Does the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, the most recent reported on June 28, 2011 (Steering: linkages). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500?

Owners have filed 80 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (32 complaints), followed by unknown or other (32).

How many 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 80 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 80 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 recalls

Steering: linkages

NHTSA campaign 11V339000 · reported June 28, 2011 · GENERAL MOTORS LLC · 739 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Gm is recalling certain model year 2011cadillac escalade, escalade esv; chevrolet silverado hd, silverado ld, suburban, tahoe; and gmc sierra hd, sierra ld, yukon, and yukon xl vehicles. The intermediate steering shaft attaching bolts may not have been tightened to the proper specification.
The risk: This could allow the joints to separate, and the driver could experience loss of steering increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Gm dealers will inspect and ensure that the intermediate steering shaft bolts are tightened to the proper specification. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about july 13, 2011. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-800-458-8006, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and gmc at 1-866-996-9463.

Suspension: rear, axle, spindle

NHTSA campaign 11V007000 · reported January 6, 2011 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 30,566 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 cadillac escalade, escalade esv, escalade ext; chevrolet avalanche, colorado, express, silverado, suburban, tahoe; and gmc canyon, sierra, savana, yukon and yukon xl vehicles. The rear axle cross pins were not properly heat treated and could fracture and become displaced within the rear axle. Should the pin shift out of position, it could create an interference condition and cause the rear axle to lock.
The risk: The driver may not be able to maintain directional control of the vehicle and a crash could occur without warning.
The fix: Dealers will install a new rear axle cross pin free of charge. The safety recall began on january 11, 2011. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463 and at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Air bags32
Unknown or other32
Structure18
Power train5
Electrical system4
Seats4
Vehicle speed control3
Engine2
Visibility2
Electronic stability control (ESC)1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Apr 2, 2021 · Air bags
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 1500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V050000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT CALLED RALPH SELLERS CHEVROLET (15015 FLORIDA BLVD, BATON ROUGE, LA 70819, [phone removed]) AND IT…

Jul 4, 2019 · Structure · 118,000 miles
MY NAME IS […] I'M THE OWNER OF A 2011 CHEVY SUBURBAN AND ONE DAY I TOOK MY WIFE TO THE HOSPITAL FOR SURGERY AND WHEN I CAME OUT AFTER 4 HOURS MY SUBURBAN HAD 2 CRACKS ON THE DASHBOARD ONE NEXT TO THE PASSENGER AIRBAG AND ONE NEXT TO THE LEFT ON TOP OF THE GAUGES PANEL. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF…

Jun 24, 2019 · Air bags
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 1500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V381000 (AIR BAGS) AND STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. AUTONATION CHEVROLET NORTH RICHMOND HILLS (7769 BOULEVARD 26, NORTH…

Mar 17, 2019 · Air bags
RECALL WAS ISSUED MAY OF 2016 AND I'VE STILL NOT BEEN NOTIFIED TO BRING VEHICLE IN FOR A FIX.

Feb 28, 2019 · Air bags
TAKATA RECALL HAS STILL NOT BEEN RESOLVED AFTER 3 YEARS. I DRIVE MY FAMILY IN THIS CAR AND UNTIL IT'S FIXED WE HAVE TO TAKE 2 SEPARATE CARS. IT'S OKAY, I'VE MADE MY PAYMENTS TO GM IN A TIMELY MANNER ON A CAR I DON'T FEEL SAFE DRIVING MY FAMILY IN. RECALL # : 49151

Suburban 1500 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2008	0	101	3	0
2009	0	55	0	0
2010	0	53	0	0
2011	2	80	1	1

Across all years, the 2007 Suburban 1500 has the most complaints (190). All Chevrolet Suburban 1500 years →

Questions

Does the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, the most recent reported on June 28, 2011 (Steering: linkages). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500?: Owners have filed 80 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (32 complaints), followed by unknown or other (32).
How many 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 80 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received April 2, 2021.