Most common 1995 Chevrolet Suburban problems
Share of the 457 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Chevrolet Suburban complaints by model year
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1995 Chevrolet Suburban recalls (6)
Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
On certain minivans, pickup trucks, and sport utility vehicles with certain model-engine combinations, the windshield wiper motor May fail due to cracked solder joints on the controller circuit board. The windshield wipers could work intermittently or not at all.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover. Owner notification began on June 19, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free…
Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, 2 and 4-wheel drive. Solder joints near the wiring harness connector can crack causing the windshield wipers to work intermittently.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover.
Vehicle speed control
These vehicles were assembled with the throttle cable contacting the dash mat which could bind the throttle. This does not meet with the maximum return times required by federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 124, "accelerator control systems."
Remedy: Dealers will inspect for adequate throttle cable to dash mat clearance, and if there is insufficient clearance, cut out a portion of the dash mat to provide proper clearance.
Power train › Automatic transmission
The transmission shift-cable lock clip can back out of its installed position resulting in a loss of cable adjustment. When the shift lever is placed in the "park" position, the "park" indicator light May not illuminate.
Remedy: Dealers will adjust the shift cable and install a lock clip.
Air bags
The vehicles have both the supplemental inflatable restraint (sir) label and an engine start label installed on the same side of the sun visor. This does not comply with FMVSS no.208, "occupant crash protection."
Remedy: The engine start label will be removed from the stowed side of the sun visor and a new engine start label will be installed on the headliner in the sun visor depression.
Power train › Automatic transmission › Cooling unit and lines
Due to a thin case casting, an external transmission leak can occur.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the transmission case assembly for the involved case casting. If the assembly is involved, the transmission will be replaced.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into 8 possible defects involving the 1995 Chevrolet Suburban:
Drivers seat failure
The complainants allege the drivers seat mounting fails, allowing the seat to move or tip rearward into a reclined position.
Underseat vehicle fires
Alleged shorting of wire for power seat causes underseat fire.
Steering shaft separations
Odi opened this pe on November 13, 1995 based on an owner complaint concerning a September 1995 accident involving a 1995 1/2 ton GM pickup truck.the vehicle owner alleged the bolt used to join the 2-piece steering shaft was missing.the shafts then separated and steering control was lost.
Poor brake performance
Poor performance of ABS brakes
Windshield wiper failure
As a result of this, and the precedinginvestigation, rq99-003, GM has expanded the population of safety recall 98v-150 (replacement of the windshield wiper control module) to include an additional 1.77 million vehicles.included are various 1994-1997 my m/l vans, s/t trucks and suvs, & c/k trucks and suvs.see attached technical report for details.
HEADLIGHT
Battery leaks acid
There is no summary currently available
OEM hitch receiver platform cracking
The petition alleges that cracks in the hitch receiver platform May lead to separation of the trailer and loss of steering control
What 1995 Chevrolet Suburban owners say
Brakes all 169 →
Dt: the contact stated the ABS activated at low speeds. The mechanic bled the brakes and replaced the brake pads. The ABS activated while driving around a curve at less than 5 MPH. The roads were icy, and the vehicle was in 4-wheel drive. The brakes locked, but the vehicle kept moving until it crashed into another vehicle that was parked. The ABS had been activated at low speeds six months before the accident. The ABS activation was intermittent, and many times the brakes were difficult to depress. The vehicle is currently at a different mechanic shop, which determined that the problem May be with the ABS sensors. Updated 1/11/2006 - the vehicle was taken to the service dealer who determined that the ABS sensors were corroded. The dealer cleaned the sensors and sprayed the with an anti-corrosion spray. The consumer has filed a complaint with the manufacturer.
The rear axle seal continually failed, allowing gear oil to soak the rear brake shoes. The oil soaked rear brake shoes cause many problems, many affecting the ABS system, and directional stability of the vehicle during stops, the distance required to stop, and a general poor feeling of the brake system. The oil soaked rear brake shoes cause the rear wheels to lock up at low speeds when the brake is applied, especially when the conditions are wet. Under all braking conditions, the vehicle will pull to one side or the other. Because the rear brakes are not contributing to slow the vehicle down, as designed, the front brakes do more of the stopping, and the ABS is more apt to detect an actual skid. The ABS, unlocks the lock wheel, thus overlaoding the other front wheel, causing that wheel to skid, and the ABS unlocks that wheel next. …
Seats all 87 →
On March 05, 1999 at 7:14 p.m. I was the victim of a rear end collision. The drivers seat of my Suburban, plate# 3slu868, collapsed. As a result I suffered injuries to my neck and right shoulder. As of today I have not recovered and continue to be under the care of stanford/ucsf medical center. The seat failed in a manner identical to what I have found on your test pages. It is my belief that this seat is defective and has directly and significantly contributed to my injuries. I implore you to look into this matter as every accident affects the lives of American citizens and our gnp. I have been unable to work since my accident and am constantly in great pain. Typing this email is physically difficult for me. Please respond with any information which you May have on this matter.
Loss of vehicle control on interstate highway. Inadvertant lane change during noon urban traffic due to sudden movement of driver seat to the rear. Seat collapse caused by seat separation at left front seat track attachment to the bottom of the seat pan. Material failure of seat frame resulting in bolt attachment ripping free of sheet metal seat bottom. The seat is unstable and right front mount failure is iminent. No repairs attempted yet but failure appears to be well known and prevalent across all GM truck lines in 94-96 year group. Note: no operator of this vehicle since 1996 purchase has weighed more than 180 lbs and the seat has not been subjected to any collision or abuse. Normal loading and usage is light to moderate duty.
Windows, wipers & sunroof all 48 →
1995 Chevrolet Suburban, consumer writes in regard to windshield wiper motor failure. The consumer stated the dealer did not honor the recall. The consumer requested to be reimbursed for the recall repair.
When traveling at any speed the vehicle will cut off without warning, consumer also stated the vehicle accelerates without depressing the gas pedal. Consumer has contacted the dealer. Dealer realigned exhaust because it was causing a rattling noise. Power mirrow switch inoperable. Driver door handle (inside) inoperable, driver door inoperable. Battery was leaking acid, dealer replaced. Rear door lights inoperable. Fuel leak, dealer replaced fuel pump. Vehicle pulls to the right, dealer performed alignments, however has not improved pulling. Dealer has replaced injector pump twice, map sensor, and fuel solenoid due to vehicle stalliing. Engine light illuminated. Consumer stated dealer has agreed to buy back vehicle.
1995 Chevrolet Suburban engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.7L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | RWD | 12 / 16 / 13 |
| 5.7L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 11 / 14 / 12 |
EPA ratings. Class: SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1995 Chevrolet Suburban a good car?
Based on 457 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1995 Suburban rates avoid: 3.0× as many complaints as a typical year of the Suburban at the same age. It is one of the Suburban years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 Chevrolet Suburban?
The brakes — 169 complaints, 37% of all complaints for this model year, most often about antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip. Next are the seats (87) and windows, wipers & sunroof (48).
How many recalls does the 1995 Chevrolet Suburban have?
There are 6 recalls for the 1995 Chevrolet Suburban, the most recent from April 28, 2003 (windshield wiper/washer). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Chevrolet Suburban?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2014, 2009 and 2020. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2015, 2021, 2023, 2022 and 2024. See the full Chevrolet Suburban years comparison.
At what mileage do 1995 Chevrolet Suburban problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 120,000 miles; 6% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.