Model year guide

2016 Chevrolet suburban 1500

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Chevrolet suburban 1500 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2016 Chevrolet suburban 1500 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2016 Chevrolet suburban 1500 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints220
Overall safety4 / 5 ★

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2016 Chevrolet suburban 1500 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2016 Chevrolet suburban 1500.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2016 Chevrolet suburban 1500 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 220 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

2016 Chevrolet suburban 1500 safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★

Rollover risk: 21.2% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Frontal crash test — 2016 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 SUV RWDFrontal crash test · ▶ watch videoSide barrier test — 2016 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 SUV RWDSide barrier test · ▶ watch videoSide pole test — 2016 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 SUV RWDSide pole test · ▶ watch video

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2016 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 SUV RWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2016 Chevrolet suburban 1500 trims & engines on record

Trims
LT
Engines
5.3L 8-cyl

2016 Chevrolet suburban 1500 vehicles on record

2016 Chevrolet suburban 1500 2016 Chevrolet suburban 1500 LT1GNSCHKCXGR426006

Other Chevrolet suburban 1500 model years

2018 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 1999

2016 Chevrolet suburban 1500 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Chevrolet suburban 1500 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2016 Chevrolet suburban 1500. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Chevrolet suburban 1500?

Across all 220 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, power train, engine.

What is the 2016 Chevrolet suburban 1500 safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2016 Chevrolet suburban 1500 an overall crash-test rating of 4 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 3★).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.