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2021 Chevrolet Suburban

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

11

11 current

Combined

13.8L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$4,278

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2025225 · manufacturer campaign N252494000 / N252494001 / N252494002

24 April 2025

Transport Canada lists: Escalade 2021–2024 · Silverado 2021–2024 · Suburban 2021–2024 · Tahoe 2021–2024 · and 3 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the connecting rods and/or crankshaft components may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the engine could make abnormal noises and a warning light may turn on. If you continue to drive the vehicle with these symptoms, the engine could fail. Note: This recall only affects certain vehicles equipped with a 6.2 L V8 gas engine.

Why it matters

An engine failure could cause a sudden loss of power to the wheels and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to inspect and, if necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass the engine inspection, the dealer will replace the oil with a higher viscosity oil, install a new oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and add an insert to the owner's manual.

49,848 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety TC

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2024637 · manufacturer campaign N242454440

24 October 2024

Transport Canada lists: Escalade 2021–2022 · Silverado 2020–2022 · Suburban 2021–2022 · Tahoe 2021–2022 · and 3 more

What is wrong

Over time, the transmission control valve could wear and lose pressure. If this happens, the transmission could shift harshly and could cause the rear wheels to lock up. Note: This recall only affects vehicles equipped with a diesel engine.

Why it matters

Rear wheels that lock suddenly could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the transmission control module software to detect excess wear in advance of a wheel lock up. If detected, a service engine light would turn on, a message would display in the instrument panel and the vehicle would be limited to fifth gear.

52,309 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2024060 · manufacturer campaign N232431050

1 February 2024

Transport Canada lists: Zevo 400 2024 · Zevo 600 2023–2024 · Envision 2021–2024 · CT 4 2020–2024 · and 15 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the lower beam headlamps not to turn on as it becomes dark outside if the multi-function switch is in the "OFF" or "PARKING LAMP" position. This could also cause the daytime running lamps (DRLs) to turn off when the vehicle is moving. As a result, the vehicles may not meet certain requirements of Canadian regulations.

Why it matters

Headlamps and/or DRLs that don't turn on could reduce visibility, make the vehicle less visible to others and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the body control module (BCM)software.

273,306 vehicles affected in CanadaTruck - Med. & H.D.Compliance Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2023472 · manufacturer campaign N232417190

24 August 2023

Transport Canada lists: Escalade 2021–2023 · Silverado 2022–2024 · Suburban 2021–2023 · Tahoe 2021–2023 · and 3 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the automatic headlamps may not turn on soon enough as it becomes dark outside. Canadian regulations require automatic headlamps to turn on when the ambient light level drops below a certain point (1000 lux).

Why it matters

Headlamps that don't turn on as it becomes dark outside could reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air software update to eligible vehicles to update the body control module (BCM) software. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the update performed at a GM dealership.

163,611 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVCompliance TC

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2022634 · manufacturer campaign N222382220

3 November 2022

Transport Canada lists: Escalade 2021 · Suburban 2021 · Tahoe 2021 · Yukon 2021 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the daytime running lamps (DRLs) may stay on when the headlamps are on. Canadian regulations require the DRLs to turn off when the headlamps are on.

Why it matters

Daytime running lamps that stay on could cause glare for oncoming drivers and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and and send a wireless over-the-air software update to eligible vehicles to update the body control module (BCM) software. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the update performed at a GM dealer.

16,026 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVCompliance Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2022456 · manufacturer campaign N222372380

11 August 2022

Transport Canada lists: Escalade 2021–2022 · Suburban 2021–2022 · Tahoe 2021–2022 · Yukon 2021–2022 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the left and/or right third-row seat belt buckles may not have been attached correctly. As a result, the seat belts could detach in a crash.

Why it matters

A seat belt that detaches in a crash could create an increased risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect, and if necessary, replace the left and/or right third-row seat belt buckle assemblies.

30,096 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2022027 · manufacturer campaign N212351030 / N212351031 / N212351032

27 January 2022

Transport Canada lists: Escalade 2021 · Suburban 2021 · Tahoe 2021 · Yukon 2021 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, parts inside the rear axle shafts may not have been manufactured properly. Over time, this could lead to wear that can cause noise and vibration. If you continue to drive the vehicle with these symptoms, an axle shaft could seize and cause a loss of power to the wheels.

Why it matters

A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the left and/or right-rear axle shafts.

141 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2021583 · manufacturer campaign N212332040

23 September 2021

Transport Canada lists: Escalade 2021 · Suburban 2021 · Tahoe 2021 · Yukon 2021 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a problem with the fuel pump power control module could interrupt fuel flow to the engine. If this happens, you may notice poor engine performance and the check engine light may turn on. This could also result in a sudden engine stall while driving.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the fuel pump power control module.

334 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Steering

Transport Canada recall 2021380 · manufacturer campaign N212333900 / N212333901

17 June 2021

Transport Canada lists: Escalade 2021 · Suburban 2021 · Tahoe 2021 · Yukon 2021 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause a loss of power steering assist at vehicle start up or while driving.

Why it matters

A loss of power steering assist may result in a sudden increase in steering effort, especially at low vehicle speeds. This could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air software update to eligible vehicles. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the update performed at a GM dealer. Certain vehicle owners will need to schedule an appointment to have a hardware replacement performed at a GM dealer.

537 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2021348 · manufacturer campaign N212338110

3 June 2021

Transport Canada lists: Envision 2021 · CT 4 2021 · CT 5 2021 · Escalade 2021 · and 5 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the airbag warning light not to turn on when there is a fault in the airbag system. As a result, a driver might not be alerted of the problem and the airbags may not work properly in a crash.

Why it matters

An airbag system that does not work properly could create an increased risk of injury in a crash.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air software update to each vehicle. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the update performed by a dealer.

16,400 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2021165 · manufacturer campaign N202313000

18 March 2021

Transport Canada lists: Escalade 2021 · Suburban 2021 · Tahoe 2021 · Yukon 2021 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the outboard seat belts for the third-row seat may have been installed incorrectly. As a result, the seat belts could be mis-routed or damaged by sharp edges on the seat-folding parts.

Why it matters

A damaged seat belt could break in a crash and increase the risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the third-row outboard seat belts for correct routing and damage. The seat belt path will be corrected if required. Damaged seat belts will be replaced.

3,010 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Sport utility vehicle: Standard
In its class
More efficient than 34% of 155 2021 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
325 g/km

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Common questions

Does the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 11 recalls on record for the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban get?
NRCan rates the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban at 13.8 L/100 km combined, emitting 325 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 8 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2021 Chevrolet Suburban for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $4,278 in fuel, producing roughly 6,376 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.