2017 Chevrolet Suburban: Failed A/C
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2017 Suburban report: failed A/C. CarComplaints.com lists 1 owner complaints, average mileage 100,000 miles.
NHTSA has 10 owner complaints for the 2017 Suburban in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11650489 (filed 03/25/2025): “The contact owned a 2017 chevrolet suburban. the contact stated while driving 70 mph on the highway, the contact and his wife noticed an abnormal odor coming from the air conditioning unit. the contact pulled over to a rest stop and exited the vehicle to inspe…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11430332 (filed 08/24/2021): “The condenser has a faulty design and cracks, causing it to leak flammable r1234yf coolant in the engine bay. additionally, this leak causes the ac system to stop cooling, thus making the inside of the vehicle a very dangerous place, particularly during summer…”
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: new compressor (1 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 $1,500 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
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Sources
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