1993 Gmc SUBURBAN problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
109 owner complaints analyzed
0 distinct recall campaigns
114,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 1993 model year. Data snapshot: . 4 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip is the most frequently named component, appearing in 67 of 109 complaints (61.5%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 79 | 72.5% |
| Transmission and shifting | 1 | 0.9% |
| Fuel system concerns | 1 | 0.9% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 67 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components | 7 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly | 4 |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer | 4 |
| Seats | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads | 3 |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor | 3 |
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip: 67; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components: 7; Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly: 4; Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer: 4; Seats: 3; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper: 3; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads: 3; Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor: 3
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 0 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 0 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 1 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 1 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 1 |
| 150,000 and above | 1 |
Under 25,000: 0; 25,000 to 49,999: 0; 50,000 to 74,999: 1; 75,000 to 99,999: 1; 100,000 to 149,999: 1; 150,000 and above: 1
50,000 to 74,999 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (1). 105 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 53 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 4 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 3 |
| 2007 | 1 |
1995: 53; 1996: 19; 2000: 17; 2001: 7; 2002: 4; 2003: 5; 2004: 3; 2007: 1
Pattern summary
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 79 complaint narratives. Transmission and shifting appears in 1 complaint narratives. Fuel system concerns appears in 1 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 10057086 · 2004-02-12 (February 12, 2004)
REAR ENDED SOMEONE DUE TO THE INABILITY TO STOP IN TIME DUE TO THE POOR PERFORMANCE OF THE 1993 GMC SUBURBAN BRAKING SYSTEM. BRAKES ARE A VERY BIG PROBLEM ON THIS TRUCK
Owner-reported narrative. 70,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10057086 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 478214 · 1995-01-02 (January 2, 1995)
DESIGN OF ABS SYSTEM CAUSES THE ABS BRAKES TO ACTIVATE WHEN ONLY ONE WHEEL IS ON ICE AND OTHER 3 WHEELS ON DRY SURFACE, CAUSING EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. *TW
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 478214 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 865008 · 2000-07-07 (July 7, 2000)
EA95026, POOR BRAKE PERFORMANCE; INTERMITTENTLY WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THEY LOCK UP, CAUSING VEHICLE TO GO INTO A SLIDE. THIS CONDITION HAS LED TO TWO REAR END CRASHES. DEALERSHIP IS NOT ABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *AK THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR PANEL RATTLED, THE DEALER FOUND THE BEZEL TO BE CRACKED AND BROKEN. CONSUMER FEELS VEHICLE GETS BAD GAS MILEAGE. THE TRANSMISSION COOLER HOSES AND LINE SEALING WERE LEAKING. *SLC
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 865008 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10202340 · 2007-09-10 (September 10, 2007)
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
Owner-reported narrative. 148,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10202340 at NHTSA ↗