2016 Chevrolet Suburban engine problems

Filed Apr 4, 2026 · Airbags, Brakes · MD

Per AAA—Front Airbag/Seatbelt and Increase break pedal

Filed Feb 23, 2026 · Electrical, Engine · IL

I have read reports online of the two thousand sixteen chevy suburban turning off completely while driving.I have experienced this not once not twice.But three times now, with my chevy, suburban. This is a severe safety issue and can lead to death or major financial loss

Filed Jan 22, 2026 · Brakes, Electrical · NE

I am reporting a severe and recurring safety defect where my vehicle suffers a complete loss of electrical and engine power while in motion. This happens without warning at various speeds and during various maneuvers, including making turns and driving straight. This has happened over 500 times since the 3 years I have had it. I have not felt safe in the vehicle for a long time and when I have taken it to have it checked no one could tell me anything because it was not happening at the moment. When the vehicle dies it comes back to life on it's own but the timing is not precise as to when it happens. The unpredictability of these power failures creates an imminent risk of a high speed collision or being stranded in a dangerous intersection. I can't even sell it to someone in good conscious knowing it has these serious issues. Not sure I am doing everything or contacting who all I need to about this situation but this is a start

Filed Oct 20, 2025 · Driver assistance, Engine · OR

Transmission and Engine Failed. Please inspect. I've had several shops and mechanics inspect. I was towing both times and could have been seriously injured when my transmission went out. Then after that was resolved my engine went out. No symptoms or warnings before incidents occurred.

Filed May 24, 2025 · Engine · ID · fire

While driving on the interstate in Nevada (speed limit of 80MPH) I had my 2016 Suburban throw a rod through the engine block as I was in the left lane passing a Uhual on an incline. The vehicle made a loud bang, lost all engine power and protruded smoke so thick I could not see cars behind me. I was thankfully able to coast to side of the road without being hit. I then exited vehicle and there was a fire in the engine bay which I put out with a gallon of water in the trunk. My mechanic confirmed the thrown rod and hole in the block and that the car needs a new engine now. I had a CEL a few minutes prior to throwing the rod for an engine knock.

Filed Apr 18, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · IN

Loss of steering, jerks the week right out of your hand and then you are unable to turn the wheel. Engine stalls and you have to try to coast to the side of the road, put in park and try to restart the vehicle. Service Stabilitrak warning appears on display, Alarm Sounds, Radio beeps and display goes blank, navigation compass does not work. There is a current Technical Service Bulletin for these issues: #18-NA-161, document ID 5075841 that lists the years from 2014 to 2020. There were Product Safety Recalls issued: 17276 Loss of Steering Assist, Reference Number:N172085440 for vehicles listed in this TSB for 2014 and 2015 but no Recalls for later vehicles with the same problems.

Filed Feb 27, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · TX

Had the transmission replaced after 100,000 miles. Not even a year later the whole engine blew. With zero warnings lights or signs the engine gave 5 gallons of gas was in the engine along with other issues. We replace the engine and everything starts falling apart. Another $1,400 later it’s still throwing codes which come to find out the computer is now bad. Less the 300 miles have been put on the engine since it was replaced. Constant cam shaft sensors are going off causing the car to not run. $10,000 was put into it to have a running car and huge mechanical issues continue to happen with maybe 150,000 miles. Maintenance was done regularly. Zero issues prior to the transmission which thankfully was covered under warranty.

Filed Oct 4, 2024 · Engine, Fuel system · 123,000 miles · MD

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated upon depression of the accelerator pedal. The check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle had stalled while driving on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that four fuel injectors were faulty and needed to be replaced. The contact was provided an estimate for the repair and was informed that there was a special coverage program related to the failure. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not covered under the special coverage program. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 123,000.

Filed Aug 21, 2024 · Engine · 86,243 miles · IN

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle started driving rough and vibrating abnormally. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the lifters in the engine were faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but shortly after retrieving the vehicle, the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken back to the local dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the lifters had failed again and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 86,243.

Filed Jul 5, 2024 · Engine · AL

I haven’t had this vehicle but for two years. Transmission just went out. 2016 Chevy Suburban 121k miles. Our 2005 GMC Yukon outlasted a 2016 Suburban.