1991 Chevrolet V1500 Suburban

1991 Chevrolet V1500 Suburban

The 1991 Chevrolet V1500 Suburban is a full-size SUV that was offered with a variety of engine and transmission options. It was known for its spacious interior and powerful engines, but it also had some common issues.

• Engine
  • 5.7L V8
    • Intake manifold gasket failure
      • Description/Symptoms: Coolant leaks, engine overheating, rough idle, poor fuel economy
      • Solution: Replace the intake manifold gaskets
      • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
    • Fuel injector failure
      • Description/Symptoms: Engine misfires, poor fuel economy, black smoke from exhaust
      • Solution: Replace the fuel injectors
      • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400 per injector
  • 7.4L V8
    • No major issues found
• Transmission
  • 4L60 automatic transmission
    • Slipping gears
      • Description/Symptoms: Transmission does not shift smoothly, loss of power
      • Solution: Rebuild or replace the transmission
      • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $3,000
  • 700R4 automatic transmission
    • Torque converter failure
      • Description/Symptoms: Transmission slipping, shuddering, overheating
      • Solution: Replace the torque converter
      • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
• Suspension
  • Ball joint failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Clunking or popping noise when turning or going over bumps, loose steering
    • Solution: Replace the ball joints
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400 per side
  • Leaf spring failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Sagging or broken leaf springs, rough ride, uneven tire wear
    • Solution: Replace the leaf springs
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
• Electrical
  • Alternator failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Dimming lights, battery not charging, engine stalling
    • Solution: Replace the alternator
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400
  • Starter failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Engine will not turn over, clicking noise when trying to start
    • Solution: Replace the starter
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $300
• Exterior
  • Door lock actuator failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Doors will not lock or unlock with the key fob or interior buttons
    • Solution: Replace the door lock actuator
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400 per door
• Interior
  • Dashboard cracking
    • Description/Symptoms: Cracks in the dashboard, especially around the defroster vents
    • Solution: Replace or repair the dashboard
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,500
  • Seatbelt buckle failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Seatbelt buckle does not latch or release properly
    • Solution: Replace the seatbelt buckle
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $200 per buckle

Summary

The 1991 Chevrolet V1500 Suburban is a reliable vehicle overall, but it has some common issues that owners should be aware of. The most severe and expensive issues are transmission problems, which can cost up to $3,000 to fix. Other issues, such as intake manifold gasket failure and ball joint failure, are less severe and less expensive to fix.