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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1GNSKDKD8MR255854 · Checked Oct 9, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 3

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1GNSKDKD8MR•••••• 2021 Chevrolet SUBURBAN

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191on the model
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Most reported Power Train 2 Fuel/propulsion System 1

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Power Train Mar 2025
After making a left turn on the street and picking up speed to 30mph the vehicle suddenly almost stopped and the engine raved up. It was so dramatic and unexpected that we thought the vehicle behind us was gonna hit us. Now vehicle only drives forward without shifting gears and…
Fuel/propulsion System Aug 2023
While driving on the I-4 interstate on Saturday August 5, 2023 - my 2021 Cheverolet Surburban stalled as if it had no fuel (had 3/4 of a tank). I was barely able to get over to the shoulder across three lanes of traffic on an overpass before it completely shut off! The Surburban…
Power Train Jun 2024
Has been in the dealer multiple times for very hard shifting issues. Jerks when shifting gears from stop or in lower speeds. They have tried everything and cannot figure it out. But the techs have felt it when driving as well. It has been doing it for a long time. And it’s a…

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1GNSKDKD8MR255854 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.