2009 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 1500.

20082010
Complaints
70
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0

Worst 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#125 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:90,256 mi
#26 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:198,049 mi
#36 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:80,016 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 1500.

Airbags
25
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
90,256
Electrical Faults
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
198,049
Engine Problems
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
80,016
Structural Problems
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
65,800
Latches / Locks
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electronic Stability Control
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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2009 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 has 70 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Airbags with 25 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 1500?
Top reported problems: Airbags (25 complaints, avg 90,256 mi); Electrical Faults (6 complaints, avg 198,049 mi); Engine Problems (6 complaints, avg 80,016 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 1500?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 101,281 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
Does the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 1500?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Suburban 1500 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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