1996 GMC Suburban vs 1997 GMC Suburban
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1996 GMC Suburban | 1997 GMC Suburban |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 172 | 200 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 29 | 33 |
| Investigations | 5 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 96,800 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | GMC Suburban | GMC Suburban |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 61 | 57 |
| Steering | 8 | 39 |
| Electrical System | 18 | 21 |
| Visibility | 26 | 12 |
| Power Train | 13 | 24 |
| Tires | 18 | 16 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 12 | 22 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 20 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 12 |
| Brake problems | 6 | 11 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 7 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 5 |
1996 GMC Suburban
1997 GMC Suburban
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.