Model year guide

1999 GMC Suburban

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1999 GMC Suburban is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 12 on record.

1999 GMC Suburban — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

1999 GMC Suburban at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints316
Combined14 mpg
Typical price$1,745

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1999 GMC Suburban recalls 2

Fuel System, Gasoline NHTSA Campaign #06E043000 · 19/05/2006

CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE…

Fix: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).

Seat Belts:front:webbing NHTSA Campaign #00V122000 · 27/04/2000

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE OCCUPANT PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION."

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A TRAY INSERT ON THE TOP OF THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE TRAY INSERT CORRECTS THE NONCOMPLIANCE.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1999 GMC Suburban common problems

Owners have filed 316 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

1999 GMC Suburban MPG & running costs

Combined14 mpg
City12 mpg
Highway17 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,800

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

What's a 1999 GMC Suburban worth?

Low
$600
Typical price
$1,745
High
$3,150

From 12 comparable 1999 GMC Suburban listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1999 GMC Suburban costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$24,000
Fuel only$24,000
Per mile$0.32

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1999 GMC Suburban trims & engines on record

Trims
1500 SLT · 1500
Engines
5.7L 8-cyl · 6.5L 8-cyl

1999 GMC Suburban vehicles on record

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Other GMC Suburban model years

1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993

1999 GMC Suburban — frequently asked questions

Does the 1999 GMC Suburban have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1999 GMC Suburban. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 1999 GMC Suburban?

Owners have filed 316 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, fuel system, gasoline.

What gas mileage does the 1999 GMC Suburban get?

The 1999 GMC Suburban has a U.S. EPA estimate of 14 mpg combined (12 city / 17 highway).

How much is a 1999 GMC Suburban worth?

Comparable 1999 GMC Suburban listings run roughly $600–$3,150, typically around $1,745 (from 12 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.