1999 GMC Suburban
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Brakes
Brakes leads by volume: 126 of 297 complaints (42%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (12) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 101 in 1998 to 297 in 1999.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 1997 | 1998 | 1999 | vs. 1999 Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 4,450–5,200 | 4,450 | 4,450 | |
| Combined MPG | 12–14 | 14 | 14 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 11–12 / 15–17 | 12 / 17 | 12 / 17 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 635–741 | 635 | 635 | |
| Complaints filed | 204 | 101 | 297 | |
| Recalls issued | 3 | 3 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 15 | 9 | 25 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 4 | 3 | 7 | |
| Injuries reported | 16 | 7 | 25 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 1999 GMC Suburban have?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 1999 GMC Suburban?
Brakes: 126 of 297 NHTSA complaints (42%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 1999 GMC Suburban get?
EPA rates it 14 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 1999 GMC Suburban?
EPA estimates $4,450 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (1)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 4-spd | 8 | 5.7L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD | 12 mpg | 17 mpg | 14 mpg | $4,450 | 635 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 26 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 21 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 28 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 126 | 14 | 0 | 10 | 0 |
| Steering | 24 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 49 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 17 | 6 | 0 | 12 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 21 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 13 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (2)
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE · Campaign 06E043000 · May 22, 2006
Defect: CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING · Campaign 00V122000 · May 2, 2000
Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE OCCUPANT PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION."
Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER RESTRAINT SYSTEMS MAY NOT MEET THE NECK EXTENSION REQUIREMENTS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A TRAY INSERT ON THE TOP OF THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE TRAY INSERT CORRECTS THE NONCOMPLIANCE.