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What's New for 1999
A couple of new colors are the only modifications to the Suburban. Read More
Occasional problems on this vehicle are failures of the Fuel Injectors (5.7L VIN R engines only), and the Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor (5.7L VIN R, and 7.4L VIN J engines only). Problems with the CKP Sensor may prevent the engine from starting. The cost to clean the Fuel Injectors is $39.95 for parts and $97.50 for labor. The cost to replace the Crankshaft Position Sensor is $89.03 for parts and $32.50 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Transmission & Driveline
Occasional problems on this vehicle are failures of the Transmission Valve Body and the Transmission Fluid Pressure (TFP) Switch, and the Reaction Sun Shell. All three failures apply to 5.7L VIN R engines with Light Duty Automatic Transmission only. The cost to replace the Transmission Valve Body is estimated at $485 for parts and $110.50 for labor. The cost to replace the TFP Switch is $70.54 for parts and 84.50 for labor. The cost to replace the Reaction Sun Shell is $43 for parts and $877.50 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Steering & Suspension
Brake
An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Wheel Speed Sensor. The cost to clean the Wheel Speed Sensor is $84.50 for labor per wheel. All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Heating & Air Conditioning
Starting & Charging
An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Ignition Switch and Lock Cylinder. This problem may prevent the engine from starting. The cost to replace the Ignition Switch and Lock Cylinder is $183.75 for parts and $84.50 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Accessories
Overall
4 out of 5
Reliability ratings displayed above reflect style specific standard features and may vary from aggregated values displayed for the same year in the historical model overview below.
