Every 2020 Chevrolet Suburban recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Power Train · NHTSA 26V289000
May 7, 2026Power Train:Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive)Do not drive
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, and GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with four-wheel (4WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), and certain 2015-2020 Suburban, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Yukon, Yukon XL, and Tahoe vehicles. A component missing from the drivetrain transfer case may cause the front and/or rear wheels to lock up without warning to the driver.
- Risk
- Front or rear wheel lockup increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transfer case assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N262557620. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 7, 2026.
Full recall details for 26V289000 →Tires · NHTSA 21V115000
Feb 25, 2021Tires
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, XT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, 2018-2021 Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, GMC Acadia, Sierra 1500, and certain Continental tires sold to the aftermarket for various model year 2018-2021 vehicles. The affected tires were cured for too long during production.
- Risk
- Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212329050.
Full recall details for 21V115000 →Fuel System, Gasoline · NHTSA 19V837000
Nov 21, 2019Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Camaro, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The fuel pump may be missing a pressure regulator, allowing for over-pressurization of the fuel system.
- Risk
- Over-pressurization can crack the fuel pump and cause leaks, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2019. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192283991.
Full recall details for 19V837000 →Service Brakes, Hydraulic · NHTSA 19V761000
Oct 24, 2019Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Wheel Speed Sensor/Tone Ring
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, and GMC Yukon, and 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles equipped with a 5.3-liter engine, a 3.08-ratio rear axle and four-wheel drive. If a wheel-speed sensor fails, while the vehicle is traveling between 41 and 60 mph in four-wheel or automatic mode, the Electronic-Brake Control Module (EBCM) software may activate the driveline-protection system.
- Risk
- Unintended activation of the driveline-protection system will cause unintended braking on the wheel on the opposite side of the failed sensor, causing the vehicle to pull to one side unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192261050.
Full recall details for 19V761000 →
2020 Chevrolet Suburban complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 44 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Chevrolet Suburban, reporting 2 crashes, 1 fires. Chevrolet has issued at least 844 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Engine17
- Power Train10
- Electrical System8
- Steering4
- Unknown Or Other4
- Fuel/Propulsion System3
Service bulletins by component
- Equipment (236)
- Electrical System (175)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (141)
- Power Train (109)
- Unknown Or Other (103)
- Engine (72)
Read Chevrolet Suburban owner complaints and bulletins, every year
What people reported
Owners have filed 44 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Chevrolet Suburban. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
Fire
“I put vehicle in Chevy dealership 7/8/24 for cold start knocking sound.”
2020 CHEVROLET SUBURBANSep 6, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11612983
Crash
“Have had starter problems since we purchased the vehicle. Starter intermittently loudly grinds when pressed 2-3 times a week and won't start. Dealership could repeat problem once, but never fixed it. Took vehicle in at least half a dozen times. Never fixed.”
2020 CHEVROLET SUBURBANSep 16, 2021
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11433233
Crash
“NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DURING AN ACCIDENT. VEHICLE WAS MOVING FORWARD AND HIT ON THE DRIVERS SIDE FRONT QUARTER BY ANOTHER VEHICLE DOING APPROXIMATELY 45MPH. MY SUBURBAN WAS TURNING LEFT ONTO A HIGHWAY.”
2020 CHEVROLET SUBURBANAug 7, 2020
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11343883
“In 2025, one if the pistons misfired. It was repaired and the same issue occurred a year later causing the cam shaft to break as well. Not to mention we had an electrical failure where the dashboard didn't work and the water pump failed right after it was in for the first piston misfiring.”
2020 CHEVROLET SUBURBANAug 27, 2026 · NJ
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11760183
“Engine had a catastrophic failure and completely shut off while driving down the highway. The engine has completely seized and requires replacement. The vehicle was towed to an independent service shop and the technician diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced.”
2020 CHEVROLET SUBURBANAug 25, 2026 · MD
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11759329
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