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2011 Chevrolet Suburban 2500: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 2500: 0 recalls, 7 owner complaints and up to 12 mpg combined.

0vehicle recalls
7owner complaints
0mention a crash
12best combined mpg
2011 Chevrolet Suburban 2500
Photo: order_242 from Chile · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Recalls

No recalls on file for this model year. Still worth a VIN check.

Most-reported problems

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.

Airbags4
Body & structure2
Fuel & propulsion2
Other / unknown1
Stability control1
Electrical1
Visibility/Wiper1

What owners describe

The 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 has 7 owner complaints, ranking #8 of 17 Suburban 2500 model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 10). Complaints peaked in 2019 (3 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 108,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2010 (5 complaints, 0 recalls).

Engines & fuel economy (EPA)

EngineTransmissionDriveCityHwyComb.Fuel
6.0 L 8-cylAutomatic 6-spdRear-Wheel Drive101612Regular
6.0 L 8-cylAutomatic 6-spd4-Wheel Drive101612Regular

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FAQ

Does the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 have any recalls?

NHTSA doesn't list any vehicle recalls for the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 2500. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.

What are the most common 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 problems?

Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (4), body & structure (2), fuel & propulsion (2).

What gas mileage does the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 get?

EPA ratings run up to 12 mpg combined (6.0 L, Automatic 6-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.

Where can I get a 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 repair manual?

eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.

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