GMC Suburban V1500 4WD

19891991 · 9 configurations

Lowest
12
Average
13
Best
16

The GMC Suburban V1500 4WD has been tested by the EPA across 9 different configurations spanning model years 1989 through 1991. Over this period, the Suburban V1500 4WD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 12 MPG to 16 MPG, with an overall average of 13 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

1991
16
1990
16
1989
16

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Suburban V1500 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 V1500 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
9
Total Deaths
3

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
11.1%
Fire Occurrence
11.1%
Speeding Involved
22.2%
DUI Involved
22.2%
Primary Impact Zone

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

100%
Front
0%
Side
0%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2022
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2019
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2017
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2016
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2014
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

1991
1
1989
3
Critical
Moderate
Advisory