The anti-lock brakes failed the first time on a bright sunny dry day , I was unable to bring my suburban to a stop with plenty of distance between me and the vehicle in front of me. I was cited for unassured clear distance since no skid marks or other explanation could be given at the time. We have had several incidents and close calls since the first accident. We have not had the anti-lock system replaced and were unaware that the unit might cause problems until we recently saw the recall which explains perfectly the type of incidents we have had to try to stop the vehicle. We definately want the federal safety agency to investigate further to pursue the anti-lock recall on the 1993 suburbans. The transmission failure was just after the warranty period expired. I complained bitterly to gm customer service and all but $350 was covered in the replacement of the original transmission. The failure occurred with the gearshift in the overdrive position. The transmission could not maintain a lock in the overdrive position and would constantly shift back and forth between 3rd and overdrive gear.
1993 Chevrolet Suburban transmission problems
12 complaints (2% of all complaints for this car). 4 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 12
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- crashes
- 4
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Automatic transmission6
- Manual transmission2
- Transfer case (4-wheel drive)1
- Driveline: differential unit1
- Clutch assembly1
- Axle hubs1
- Axle assembly: axle shaft: seal1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Chevrolet Suburban transmission problems in other years
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 1993 Chevrolet Suburban owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
No summary listed for this vehicle.
Transmission was in park when suddenly it slipped out of gear, causing vehicle to roll into side of a building. *ak
Transmission failed.
Third radiator is leaking around the bottom seal as did the previous two which were replaced free of charge.
Brakes still pull, replace hoses,lube brakes.
Catalytic converter replaced.
Horn frequently fails.
Rear seals failed, allowing fluid to collect on rear brakes; also cabs/axle seals leaked on rear brake shoes and drums.
Antilock brakes malfunctioned.
Questions about the 1993 Chevrolet Suburban transmission
Does the 1993 Chevrolet Suburban have transmission problems?
Owners have filed 12 complaints about the transmission of the 1993 Chevrolet Suburban, 2% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1993 Chevrolet Suburban transmission problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1993 Chevrolet Suburban transmission?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Chevrolet Suburban have bad transmission?
The Chevrolet Suburban model years with the most transmission complaints are 2015 (49 complaints), 1997 (47 complaints) and 1999 (47 complaints).
Other 1993 Chevrolet Suburban problems
Brakes 382Visibility 43Tires 21Seat belts 18Engine 17Acceleration 9Body 9Seats 8Electrical 7Steering 4Lights 2Locks 2Fuel system 1Suspension 1Wheels 1
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