Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (engine, cooling system, oil leaks, timing chain, exhaust).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
In oct. 2007 I purchased a brand new 2007 Chevrolet Suburban from gordon Chevrolet in tampa florida, it had 20 miles on it. On December 9th 2008 while on my way home from work, at approximately 12:45 am, it exploded and was engulfed in flames. I received 2nd and 3rd degree burns and waited on the side of the road for close to 30 minutes for help to arrive. The Suburban had absolutely no aftermarket changes or any type of modifications done to it. All of its servicing and repair work was done at cox Chevrolet in bradenton florida, a general motors dealership. The truck had just over 35,000 miles on it and is now just a burnt out shell. During the 1 year and 2 months I owned it, I had several problems with it and took it to the servicing dealership for all the problems. My attorney and my insurance agent think it was a defect in the manufacturing or a defect in the repair. …
We have a 2007 Suburban with the 5.3l engine. After, much research on the internet, my wife and I have found that there evidently is a design flaw with the afm lifters. Our vehicle does have miles, but since this evidently is a very common problem, we did think Chevrolet would at least offer some assistance with the repair. A lifter collapsed and the cost to replace the lifters is $3,500.00, plus tax at tom gill Chevrolet in florence, ky. I don't blame the dealer for this, but Chevrolet has really dropped the ball on this issue for many, many vehicles with the same issue. Something should be done to better protect the consumer.
Tl contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 1500. The contact stated that strong fumes of oil and fuel emitted into the vehicle which progressed with no warning. The contact mentioned that the vehicle consumed an extensive amount of oil. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the engine was replaced but the failure recurred. The contact stated that the service engine warning lamp continued to illuminate and strong fumes continued to enter the interior of the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 30,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 1500. While driving 45 MPH, the check engine, stabilitrak, and stop engine now warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to courtesy Chevrolet (located at 1220 e stone dr, kingsport, tn 37660, [phone]) to be diagnosed, but the mechanic was unable to properly diagnose the vehicle. The contact stated that the spark plugs, ignition wire, and oil sending unit were replaced; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 156,000.
Stability traction control light keeps coming on while in motion. With major oil consumption problems. Just in regular driving I've had transmission, and rear differential work done fixed the problem for a few months now back again with flashing check engine light. Saying cylinder 6 misfiring. I've already sunk in over 4K in this after buying it last year in dec.of 2017. After reading comments this really should be a recall. With so many of the same concerns and complaints that have been listed.
I was driving on a city street and made a right turn onto another city street and the engine started running rough and idle rough, service stabilitrak light stayed on, service traction control, transmission jerks from 1st gear to 2nd gear, engine ticking/knocking, service engine light flashing, scan code came up as misfire on cylinder #4, took vehicle to repair shop and lifters were replaced among other things; see attached files.
Excessive oil consumption - at least 1qt per 1K miles sometimes more. Chevy eventually fixed this under warranty after proving out the consumption. Chevy corporate is aware of this problem in these trucks and has not only written it up, but has designed a fix for it, dealer states Chevy corp declined to issue a recall because it's a $1600 repair. The issue is two-fold. Something to do with the valves not sealing correctly and oil in the oil plan splashing up onto the cylinder walls faster than the rings can remove it. When my vehicle was repaired, they did some work to the valve train, replaced fouled spark plugs and added some type of baffle to the oil pan. Fix improved power, fuel consumption and reduced oil consumptions to normal levels. Truck now runs like new. If you are experiencing this go to Chevy and demand the fix. …
Engine started idling rough and the 'engine light' came on and stayed on.then the next day, went to start car and it was really idling rough, sputtering, then stablitrak light and 'traction control off' light and ABS lights all came on. The car felt like it was going to die until about 20 MPH, then made a jerking motion and ran fine. This continued to happen until I took it to the shop. They kept it for a week, replaced the fuel pump, but this did not fix the problem. The car still runs rough and the lights still come on whenever I have to idle, intersections, etc... I have been reading and I am concerned that there is no fix for this problem. I believe it is a faulty engine/electrical issue and there needs to be a recall. This is completely dangerous, if my stabilitrak system goes off and I am on unstable ground, rain, snow, etc... …
I bought this vehicle used, the day I got it home it suddenly had no oil pressure. Chevy dealership put a "patch" on its boo-boo and sent me home. Now at 140,000 miles I once again have no oil pressure. Chevy says I need a new engine and of course I'm no longer under warranty. Approximate cost $6,700. This vehicle left me stranded on the side of the road twice. I have found hundreds of complaints of the exact same issue (same year, make and model) I'm having and Chevrolet has yet to issue a recall on this defective motor. The company returned correspondence with me and informed me that their "calculator" says they cannot offer me any assistance. I now have a 4 month old son and over a foot of snow expected in my area over the next 24 hours. What happens if he is sick and I have no means to get him to a doctor because of this issue Chevrolet won't own up to?
Tl contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 2500. The contact took her vehicle to the dealer because it was underpowered. The vehicle stalled at intersections and while merging into traffic at 15 MPH. She heard strange noises coming from the engine compartment. The dealer was unable to diagnose the cause of failure for five weeks. Chevrolet sent a representative to inspect the failure and stated that the vehicle was designed to drive in that manner. The service manager and the dealer owner acknowledged the failure, but the district manager was reluctant and informed the dealer to stop repairing the vehicle. The contact drove the vehicle back to her residence where it currently remains. The current mileage was 3,000 and failure mileage was 2,500.
Engine complaints in other Suburban 1500 years
Frequently asked questions
How common are engine problems on the 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 1500?
NHTSA has 25 complaints about the engine & cooling of the 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, 13% of the model year's 190 complaints. The component named most often is engine (6 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 engine problems?
No. NHTSA lists no engine & cooling recall for the 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 1500. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 engine problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 81,000 miles, and 21% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 0 crashes, 1 fire and 1 injury to engine & cooling problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.