2016 Chevrolet Suburban: A/C condenser failure
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2016 Suburban report: A/C condenser failure. CarComplaints.com lists 15 owner complaints, average mileage 68,950 miles.
NHTSA has 7 owner complaints for the 2016 Suburban in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11396964 (filed 02/19/2021): “The air conditioner has stopped working and blow hot air. i've noticed there are several complaints regarding the air compressor and hoses on this vehicle but no recall has yet been made. we have to refill using refrigerant and it only lasts a few weeks and th…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11301653 (filed 01/24/2020): “Tl* the contact owns a 2016 chevrolet suburban. the contact stated the air conditioner failed to produce cold air through the vents. the vehicle was taken to all star chevrolet (11377 airline hwy, baton rouge, la 70816) where it was diagnosed with an air conde…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: replace condenser (8 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Opening the A/C system requires refrigerant recovery equipment, and US EPA Section 609 certification is required to service vehicle A/C for compensation. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $1,050 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
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Sources
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