Suspension
Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
What Owners Say
"When I received my new vehicle I discovered it pulled to the right. It was because of road crown or tires"
Dean P., MI (2015 Chevrolet Suburban LT 5.3-L V8)"Upper torsion bar on right side wore out and required replacement at 68K miles"
Anonymous, VA (2015 Chevrolet Suburban LT 5.3-L V8)"I could feel a clunking noise through the steering system, very slight but enough to mention it during a service visit. The technician found the right front ball joint was worn and needed replacing."
Anonymous, CT (2015 Chevrolet Suburban LT 5.3-L V8)"Right Ball Joint wore out causing play which failed state inspection at 68,000 miles."
Anonymous, VA (2015 Chevrolet Suburban LT 5.3-L V8)"The problem still hasn't been solved by the dealership"
Anonymous, TX (2015 Chevrolet Suburban LTZ 5.3-L V8)"Had to replace the front shocks at 54000 miles"
Anonymous, CO (2015 Chevrolet Suburban LTZ 5.3-L V8)"Every person that has a newer suburban or Yukon has had suspension problems in the front"
Ron P., LA (2015 Chevrolet Suburban LTZ 5.3-L V8)"The two front struts actually broke. I have babied this car like no other. I have no reason why they broke. Replacement cost was $1800 which I thought was very high."
Carl H., WV (2015 Chevrolet Suburban LTZ 5.3-L V8)"The struts blew and started leaking. The struts are a hybrid part with the shocks. The struts are covered by warranty, but the shocks are not, so GM refuses to cover them under their extended warranty."
Patrick K., IL (2015 Chevrolet Suburban LTZ 5.3-L V8)"Had to replace Shocks struts etc with in the first two years (60,000 miles)."
Jeffrey C., LA (2015 Chevrolet Suburban LTZ 5.3-L V8)"Front left shock began leaking at just over 60000 miles. No problem with the right factory installed shock. It was just over warranty and a costly repair, almost $1000."
Robert L., NJ (2015 Chevrolet Suburban LTZ 5.3-L V8)"After a hard winter in Michigan, thought the rough ride was due to roads (and I'm sure most of it was). Mechanic looked at struts and shocks, and the front ones had to be replaced. The LTZ has magnetic ride control, meaning it was a $1,500 repair due to expensive parts"
Phillip H., MI (2015 Chevrolet Suburban LTZ 5.3-L V8)"I had one front strut replaced at approximately 60,000 miles. It was hydraulic and leaking oil. At about 100,000 miles I had all four struts replaced for the same reason."
Anonymous, NJ (2015 Chevrolet Suburban LTZ 5.3-L V8)"Magnitude shocks are horrible. GM dealer cannot diagnose the vibrations we are experiencing in our vehicle, nor can they explain why our ride is so rough. They blame the tires. Got new tires, problem continues. I blame GM for poor design, and building low quality vehicles."
Anonymous, MN (2015 Chevrolet Suburban LTZ 5.3-L V8)"$3,000 to replace shock/struts despite Gold GMPP being in effect - not covered. Vehicle only driven on highway."
Anonymous, TX (2015 Chevrolet Suburban LTZ 5.3-L V8)"one magnetic shock froze up and another one started leaking."
Anonymous, (2015 Chevrolet Suburban LTZ 5.3-L V8)"Shock/struts failed after less than 100,000 miles and were not covered under GMPP gold warranty."
Paul P., TX (2015 Chevrolet Suburban LTZ 5.3-L V8)"after 60000 miles left strut failed, then at 96000 miles both left and right struts failed"
Robert L., NJ (2015 Chevrolet Suburban LTZ 5.3-L V8)"Noise and minor binding (did not prevent full steering authority) when turning steering wheel. Dealership evaluated and determined it was due to an active recall issue. Repaired and returned at no cost to us"
Anonymous, MI (2015 Chevrolet Suburban LTZ 5.3-L V8)"The steering wheel is sometimes hard to turn. The wheel/linkage sometimes emits a grinding or growling sound when turned"
Anonymous, TX (2015 Chevrolet Suburban LTZ 5.3-L V8)"Steering column pops/clicks when turning - very annoying, although apparently not a safety issue based on TSB. Also replaced intermediate steering shaft to reduce slop and found lower steering column bearing loose. Overall disappointed with the steering - come on Chevrolet! You've had 100 years to get the steering on the Suburban right!"
Rodger N., CA (2015 Chevrolet Suburban LTZ 5.3-L V8)"The front tires wear on the inside. I had q 2009 model with the same problem. The garage I deal with said other customers have the same problem. He has contacted Chevrolet and they have no answer for the problem"
Robert L., NJ (2015 Chevrolet Suburban LTZ 5.3-L V8)
"Have had to have an alignment at least once per year since purchase."
Jeffrey C., LA (2015 Chevrolet Suburban LTZ 5.3-L V8)