How many steering complaints does the 2015 Chevrolet Suburban have?

NHTSA lists 59 steering complaints for the 2015 Suburban, 14% of its 428 total complaints for the model year.

Is there a steering recall for the 2015 Chevrolet Suburban?

Yes. GM issued recall 14V719000 in 2014 to replace the power steering assist motor kit and recall 18V586000 in 2018 to update the electric power steering module software.

At what mileage do steering problems typically show up?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 73,495 miles at failure for steering-related complaints on the 2015 Suburban.

Did the steering issues cause crashes or injuries?

NHTSA records 6 crashes and 7 injuries tied to steering complaints on the 2015 Suburban.

Does the steering recall fix the problem completely?

Not always according to complaints; at least one owner reported the recall update did not resolve the power steering failure.

2015 Chevrolet Suburban Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 59 steering complaints for the 2015 Chevrolet Suburban, 14% of its 428 total complaints, with 6 crashes and 7 injuries reported at a median 73,495 miles. Two related steering recalls (18V586000, 14V719000) cover electric power steering assist loss.

Steering complaints: 59; 14% of 428
Crashes reported: 6
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 7
Median mileage: 73,495 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Owners report sudden loss of power steering assist or steering wheel seizing mid-turn, sometimes leading to a crash or the vehicle running off the road.
Some describe the steering wheel becoming stuck or locked in place momentarily, then returning extremely loose, at low speed.
Several report abnormal grinding, cracking, or popping noises from the steering wheel or column while turning, recurring after dealer visits.
Others report a loud knocking noise in the steering column paired with strut fluid leaks that the dealer could not duplicate.
One owner reported a faulty steering column replaced twice at low mileage before returning again.

When 2015 Chevrolet Suburban steering complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 8, 2015, latest Jun 24, 2026.

59 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2015 to Jun 2026; peak Oct 2017 (3).

Steering recalls for the 2015 Chevrolet Suburban

NHTSA 18V586000Sep 7, 2018Steering1,015,918 vehicles
Steering:electric power assist system
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Tahoe and Suburban, GMC Sierra 1500 and Yukon, and Cadillac Escalade vehicles. Electric power steering (EPS) assist may be lost momentarily, followed by a sudden return of EPS assist.
Risk: If EPS assist is lost and then suddenly returns, the driver may have difficulty steering the vehicle, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the EPS module software, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18289.
NHTSA 14V719000Nov 10, 2014Steering679 vehicles
Steering:electric power assist system
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra, and Yukon XL vehicles, equipped with electric power steering (EPS). Due to a problem with the EPS module, the affected vehicles may experience a sudden loss of power steering assist during vehicle operation.
Risk: An unexpected loss of power steering increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering assist motor kit, free of charge. The recall began on November 17, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14743.

Steering complaints by Suburban model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20057 (3%)
20064 (7%)
20077 (1%)
20082 (1%)
20093 (2%)
20105 (3%)
20112 (1%)
20123 (3%)
20132 (2%)
20141 (2%)
201559 (14%)
201623 (10%)
20176 (4%)
20188 (10%)
20196 (8%)
20204 (9%)
20213 (2%)
20221 (1%)
20233 (2%)
20241 (2%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does the 2015 Chevrolet Suburban have?: NHTSA lists 59 steering complaints for the 2015 Suburban, 14% of its 428 total complaints for the model year.
Is there a steering recall for the 2015 Chevrolet Suburban?: Yes. GM issued recall 14V719000 in 2014 to replace the power steering assist motor kit and recall 18V586000 in 2018 to update the electric power steering module software.
At what mileage do steering problems typically show up?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 73,495 miles at failure for steering-related complaints on the 2015 Suburban.
Did the steering issues cause crashes or injuries?: NHTSA records 6 crashes and 7 injuries tied to steering complaints on the 2015 Suburban.
Does the steering recall fix the problem completely?: Not always according to complaints; at least one owner reported the recall update did not resolve the power steering failure.