NHTSA Complaint #11643768 — 2018 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN
ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA
Complaint Details
| ODI Number | 11643768 |
| Vehicle | 2018 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Date of Incident | |
| Date Filed | |
| Mileage | 60 miles |
| Crash | No |
| Fire | No |
| Injuries | 0 |
| Deaths | 0 |
| Vehicle Towed | No |
| State | CA |
Consumer Description
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the engine experienced rough idling. Additionally, the engine also made rattling sounds while driving with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and two other dealers, Penske Chevrolet of Cerritos (18605 Studebaker Rd, Cerritos, CA 90703) and Camino Real Chevrolet (2401 S Atlantic Blvd, Monterey Park, CA 91754); however, all three dealers were unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. Upon investigation, the contact related the failure to the Active Fuel Management (AFM). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but refused to buy back the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 60. The VIN was unavailable.
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