2015 Chevrolet Suburban Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 2%of 431 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 40,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 2015 Chevrolet Suburban, 2% of the 431 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 40,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Headlamps too dull. Hard to see the road at night. No side vision at night. Has been like this since new. I have complained to 2 different dealers and they say there is no problem. I have put in a complaint the the manufacturer and have heard nothing back.”
NHTSA complaint #10914838, filed 2016-10, 10 miles“Driving today in snow, increased electrical demand on vehicle while accelerating. Smelled burning wires and all dash lights flickered then died. Engine turned off and had to be restarted with the push button. Happened within 30 minutes later while accelerating onto a main road with traffic, lost control of vehicle and had to force the steering wheel to turn the vehicle off the road to avoid being hit by oncoming traffic.”
NHTSA complaint #11395111, filed 2021-02, 87,000 miles“While driving at speed with cruise control on all lights flicker and when activating a turn signal power flashes shutting down cruise control and all accessories (dvd player, radio, etc..). Also loss of power steering. Randomly while driving also get service stablitrak and park assist warnings”
NHTSA complaint #11206029, filed 2019-05, 60,000 miles“Trailer brake assist malfunction during trip while driving with trailer connected on highway no problem after ending trip and disconnecting trailer brake assist warning light appeared and 1st glance brakes seemed fine but final pedal pressure is very stiff almost can't stop SUV”
NHTSA complaint #10904602, filed 2016-09, 340 miles“Purchased a 2015 Suburban new from jim ellis Chevrolet. At about year 3 of ownership, just after warranty expiration, I noticed moisture in drivers side headlight assembly. About a year later the blinker stopped working. The only way to repair it is to install an entire new assembly. The part is $1,200 alone. The is not a warranty issue, but a defect that chevy will not address or admit. It is also a major safety issue. Additionally, the paint on the hood and roof started failing at about year 4. Again, another defect. Chevrolet will not address either of them. …”
NHTSA complaint #11362760, filed 2020-10, 45,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11014170Jan 27, 2025This service bulletin provides information on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leak Information and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10249011Jan 12, 2024This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
Exterior lighting: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | 2% |
| 2023 | 2 | 2% |
| 2021 | 7 | 3% |
| 2017 | 5 | 4% |
| 2016 | 3 | 1% |
| 2015 | 10 | 2% |
| 2014 | 2 | 3% |
| 2013 | 2 | 2% |
| 2010 | 1 | 1% |
| 2009 | 1 | 1% |
| 2007 | 1 | 0% |
| 2006 | 1 | 4% |
| 2005 | 1 | 1% |
| 2004 | 1 | 0% |
| 2003 | 3 | 1% |
| 2002 | 5 | 2% |
| 2001 | 4 | 1% |
| 2000 | 7 | 2% |
| 1999 | 15 | 2% |
| 1998 | 5 | 2% |
| 1997 | 2 | 0% |
| 1996 | 7 | 2% |
| 1995 | 4 | 1% |
| 1994 | 9 | 1% |
| 1993 | 2 | 0% |
| 1992 | 1 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2015 Chevrolet Suburban
153 complaintsSteering
60 complaintsElectrical system
58 complaintsOther or unknown
54 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
48 complaintsEngine
39 complaintsBody and structure
34 complaintsSuspension
29 complaintsFuel system
27 complaintsElectronic stability control
22 complaintsAir bags
11 complaintsSeat belts
8 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2015 Chevrolet Suburban
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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