2011 Chevrolet Suburban Electrical System Problems
NHTSA lists 15 electrical system complaints for the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban, 6% of the 235 total complaints filed for the year, with a median failure mileage of 100,000. One fire and two injuries are recorded, and one related recall (14V827000) covers the ignition lock housing.
- Electrical System complaints
- 15
- 6% of 235
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 2
- Median mileage
- 100,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical electrical symptoms owners report
- Instrument panel indicators go dark and the ABS warning light illuminates without the vehicle being taken in for diagnosis.
- The power liftgate closes on its own without warning, striking people standing near the rear of the vehicle.
- The dashboard cracks apart on the surface without any related collision or impact.
- The engine and electrical system shut down suddenly while driving at highway speed, with doors unlocking and relocking and the radio cycling on and off.
- Corroded or failed battery cables cause the motor and all power to shut off unexpectedly while driving at 70 mph.
- Electrical flickering triggers the traction control and service light to stay on and not clear with the dashboard button.
When 2011 Chevrolet Suburban electrical complaints were filed
First complaint Dec 27, 2012, latest Feb 3, 2026.
Electrical System recalls for the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
- NHTSA 14V827000Dec 30, 2014Electrical System84,192 vehicles
Electrical system:ignition
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado HD, Silverado LD, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra LD, Sierra HD, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the ignition lock actuator may bind, making turning the key difficult or causing the ignition to get stuck in the "Start" position.
Risk: If stuck in the "Start" position, the ignition may suddenly snap back into the "Accessory" position, causing a loss of engine, steering, and braking power, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. If the vehicle is in a crash, the air bags may not deploy, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the ignition lock housing, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 12, 2015. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14696 for the original equipment, and 14912 for the service replacement parts.
Electrical System complaints by Suburban model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many electrical system complaints does NHTSA have for the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban?
- NHTSA lists 15 electrical system complaints for the 2011 Suburban, which is 6% of the 235 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall related to electrical problems on the 2011 Chevrolet Suburban?
- Yes. Recall 14V827000, reported December 30, 2014, covers the ignition lock housing on 2011-2012 Suburban and related GM SUVs and trucks; dealers inspect and replace the housing as necessary.
- At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2011 Suburban?
- The median mileage at failure for electrical system complaints on the 2011 Suburban is 100,000 miles.
- Were there any fires or injuries linked to electrical complaints on the 2011 Suburban?
- NHTSA data for this electrical complaint category shows 1 fire and 2 injuries, with no crashes reported.
- How does the 2011 Suburban's electrical complaint share compare to other years?
- The 2011 Suburban's electrical complaints made up 6% of that year's total complaints, lower than years like 2018 and 2025, which each show a 20% share.