While driving consumer noticed that fluid was leaking from underneath the vehicle. Suddenly vehicle stalled. Consumer was unable to restart the vehicle, and it was towed to the dealer for inspection. *ak the consumer has replace three transmissions in this vehicle. This last failure caused transmission fluid to leak onto the hot exhaust pipe nearly causing a fire.
1995 GMC Suburban transmission problems
11 complaints (5% of all complaints for this car).
- owner complaints
- 11
- of this car's complaints
- 5%
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Automatic transmission7
- Automatic transmission: lever and linkage: column shift2
- Automatic transmission: cooling unit and lines1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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GMC Suburban transmission problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1995 GMC Suburban transmission
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- The transmission shift-cable lock clip can back out of its installed position resulting in a loss of cable adjustment. When the shift lever is placed in the "park" position, the "park" indicator light may not illuminate.
- Risk
- The vehicle can move unintentionally if the driver does not notice that the indicator light is not on and does not apply the parking brake.
- Remedy
- Dealers will adjust the shift cable and install a lock clip.
Recall number 95V139000 · Recall details
Power train: automatic transmission: cooling unit and lines
- What is wrong
- Due to a thin case casting, an external transmission leak can occur.
- Risk
- This condition can cause transmission oil to sprayonto the exhaust system and result in a possible vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the transmission case assembly for the involved case casting. If the assembly is involved, the transmission will be replaced.
Recall number 95V026000 · Recall details
What 1995 GMC Suburban owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Ignition system failed twice. When this happens the transmission does not shift properly, and remains in 2nd gear. The speedomoter doesn't work and the brakes lock up. The shift indicator light also goes out. I contacted two local gm dealers. Both machanics knew exactly what was wrong, as they have many come in larely with this same problem. They knew the exact price and time it takes to put the part in because they have done so many of them lately. In fact, one of the mechanics replied that he is surprised they haven't recalled this part yet. He's replaced so many of them.
When vehicle is turned on and being driven the speedometer and tachometer fails to register at all, once speed reaches 30 to 40 MPH the vehicle performs normally but the speedometer and tachometer still doesn't work . This problem happens intermittently. *ak
While driving gauges started to work erratically. Pulled over, and noticed something leaking under car. Took vehicle to dealer, and they said it was a crack in casing.
During winter vehicle shifts hard into first gear. Also, has a jerking motion when starting vehicle.
Tranmission replaced by pitre, under warranty. Second transmission failed this summer. Reason? Cracked housing. Nothing wrong with mechanical. I contacted gm and they would do nothing. I had to replace the transmission once again. The vehicle has not been in a collision. I feel the housing is faulity. Now the A/C unit failed. I will never buy another gmc product.
Drivers seat failed causing it to break, fixed and broke again.
The transmission cooling line is rusted through, causing transmission fluid to leak out of the truck. Took truck to the dealer, but they weren't able to repair the problem.
Brakes lock up causing vehicle to pull to the left.
Every week in this month a transmission had to be replaced because the transmission will not accelerate over 35 MPH. *ak consumer also stated that starter was replaced as well as the torque converter.
Questions about the 1995 GMC Suburban transmission
Does the 1995 GMC Suburban have transmission problems?
Owners have filed 11 complaints about the transmission of the 1995 GMC Suburban, 5% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1995 GMC Suburban transmission problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1995 GMC Suburban transmission?
Yes, 2 recalls: 95V139000, 95V026000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the GMC Suburban have bad transmission?
The GMC Suburban model years with the most transmission complaints are 1997 (24 complaints), 1999 (21 complaints) and 1998 (15 complaints).
Other 1995 GMC Suburban problems
Brakes 101Seats 46Visibility 20Electrical 18Tires 18Steering 8Engine 7Airbags 4Seat belts 4Fuel system 3Suspension 3Acceleration 2Body 2Locks 2Lights 1
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