2022 Chevrolet Suburban recalls and problems

The 2022 Chevrolet Suburban has 4 safety recalls and 127 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.

Recalls
4
Complaints
127
Crashes / fires
4 / 1
Injuries / deaths
4 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2022 Chevrolet Suburban vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2022 Chevrolet Suburban recalls

Recall 26V-085: Power Train

Reported Feb 13, 2026 · 43,743 vehicles affected · General Motors, LLC

Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe, Chevrolet Suburban, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles equipped with 10 Speed Transmission with ETRS (Electronic Transmission Range Select). The transmission control valve may fail and lock up the rear wheels.

Risk: Rear wheels that lock up while driving increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will install new transmission control module (TCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, GMC customer service at GMC 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252536750. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 12, 2026.

Recall 25V-274: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported Apr 24, 2025 · 597,571 vehicles affected · General Motors, LLC

Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.

Risk: Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252494000.

Recall 22V-903: Exterior Lighting

Reported Dec 8, 2022 · 740,108 vehicles affected · General Motors, LLC

Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk: DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-827.

Recall 22V-617: Seat Belts

Reported Aug 11, 2022 · 484,155 vehicles affected · General Motors, LLC

Problem: General Motors, LLC (M) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with third-row seats. The rivet that retains the buckle to the mounting bracket in the left or right side third-row seat belt buckle assembly may have been improperly formed.

Risk: A seat belt with a deformed rivet may not properly restrain an occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the rivet head formation on both the left and right side third-row seat belt buckle assemblies and replace seat belt buckle assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 28, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 1, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222372380.

2022 Chevrolet Suburban problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Engine65
Power Train32
Electrical System22
Fuel/Propulsion System12
Unknown or Other10
Seat Belts6
Engine and Engine Cooling5
Forward Collision Avoidance4
Air Bags4
Back Over Prevention2
Seats2
Service Brakes2

Most reported parts

  • Back Over Prevention › Warnings — 2
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 2
  • Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 2
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 1
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 58,166 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2022 Chevrolet Suburban complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · reported Nov 3, 2026
Having the code Reduced Acceleration Drive with Care sign. We brought the vehicle into the dealership. They had the vehicle for two months and did just enough to get the code to go away. Now it is popped back up two more times after they said it was fixed and it happened yet again today.
Engine · reported Nov 3, 2026
Having the code Reduced Acceleration Drive with Care sign. We brought the vehicle into the dealership. They had the vehicle for two months and did just enough to get the code to go away. Now it is popped back up two more times after they said it was fixed and it happened yet again today.
Engine and Engine Cooling · at 125,000 miles · reported Sep 25, 2026
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine failed after the message “Drive Carefully - Reduce Acceleration” was displayed and the vehicle then came to a sudden stop. The vehicle was unable to accelerate, and the engine seized. The contact replaced the battery, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, and the vehicle was diagnosed with a blown engine. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was 125,000.
Power Train · reported Sep 24, 2026
Intermittant slow, jerking when shifting gears. In 4wd rear wheels locked up on right hand turn, sliding through intersection. No warning or failure lights. Needs inspection and repair.
Engine · reported Sep 18, 2026
While towing a light trailer (~3,000 lbs) through the mountains on an interstate, my 2022 Suburban with the 6.2 engine suddenly got hot and shut off. There were no symptoms of the engine having any issues, it had been running well the whole trip. The temperature gauge went from normal to very hot in a very short time. I was not able to get it to a pull-off area and was stranded partially in the right lane of the interstate with several collision close calls. This problem was later determined by the dealer to be the common crank bearing issue for this model engine.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2022 Chevrolet Suburban have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2022 Chevrolet Suburban: 26V-085 (power train), 25V-274 (engine and engine cooling), 22V-903 (exterior lighting), 22V-617 (seat belts). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2022 Chevrolet Suburban?

Owners report engine problems most often (65 reports), followed by power train (32). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 58,166 miles.

Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.