2022 Chevrolet Suburban: Engine complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 66 owner complaints for the 2022 Chevrolet Suburban that list the engine component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11768042 (filed 09/30/2026): “The fuel pump control module failed, causing the engine to stop.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11766930 (filed 09/25/2026): “The contact owns a 2022 chevrolet suburban. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine failed after the message “drive carefully - reduce acceleration” was displayed and the vehicle then came to a sudden stop. the vehicle was unable to accelerate, and the engine seized…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11765232 (filed 09/18/2026): “While towing a light trailer (~3,000 lbs) through the mountains on an interstate, my 2022 suburban with the 6.2 engine suddenly got hot and shut off. there were no symptoms of the engine having any issues, it had been running well the whole trip. the temperature gauge went from normal to very hot …”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Internal engine work (lifters, oil consumption, fuel dilution diagnosis) requires engine teardown or dealer software/tests. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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Sources
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