GMC Suburban 1500 4WD

19921997 · 6 configurations

Lowest
12
Average
12
Best
13

The GMC Suburban 1500 4WD has been tested by the EPA across 6 different configurations spanning model years 1992 through 1997. Over this period, the Suburban 1500 4WD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 12 MPG to 13 MPG, with an overall average of 12 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

1997
12
1996
13
1995
12
1994
13
1993
12
1992
12

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Suburban 1500 4WD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the GMC Suburban 1500 4WD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the GMC GMC Suburban/Yukon XL (2000 on) (1950-2003 only; see 422 for 2004 on) grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
116
Total Deaths
63

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
28.4%
Fire Occurrence
5.2%
Speeding Involved
13.8%
DUI Involved
17.2%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

83%
Front
9%
Side
8%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2022
Fatal Crashes8
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2021
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2020
Fatal Crashes16
Fatalities
10
Deaths/Crash
0.63
2019
Fatal Crashes11
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.45
2018
Fatal Crashes7
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.71
2017
Fatal Crashes11
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.64
2016
Fatal Crashes12
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.42
2015
Fatal Crashes23
Fatalities
14
Deaths/Crash
0.61
2014
Fatal Crashes17
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.47

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

1997
2
1995
4
1994
4
1992
4
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Advisory