1998 GMC Suburban

$2,450
from
3
listings
$2K–$12K
price range
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Low$2,450
High$11,500
From$2,450
Avg Mileage175,000 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 3 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

1998 GMC Suburban Trims

All Trims Combined
From$2,450
$2K–$12K
3 listings175,000 avg miles
2500
From$7,900
7 listings|$8K–$19K

1998 GMC Suburban Pricing

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GMC Suburban Safety & Reliability

High Concern

The 1998 GMC Suburban has a high safety risk profile with 1 recall campaigns and 119 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

1
Recalls
119
Complaints
14
Crashes
3
Fires
Recall Findings
03V0930002003-07-03
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR

CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, MINI VANS, AND PICKUP TRUCKS MAY DEVELOP A SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE ELECTRIC OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR SWITCH.

IF THIS WERE TO HAPPEN, IT COULD RESULT IN AN INOPERATIVE SWITCH, HEAT DAMAGE TO THE DRIVER'S DOOR, AND/OR IGNITION OF COMPONENTS IN THE DRIVER'S DOOR AND A SUBSEQUENT VEHICLE FIRE WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 119 owners have filed complaints about the 1998 GMC Suburban. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Service Brakes, Hydraulic25
02Visibility15
03Power Train14
04Tires12
05Electrical System11
119 total across 1 model years (1998–1998)Full data at NHTSA.gov

GMC Suburban Fuel Economy

14mpg combined
·
12city
·
17hwy
·
$4,800/yr

With 14 MPG combined, the 1998 GMC Suburban keeps things simple on fuel costs.

Suburban 1500 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
14mpg
5.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
12 city17 hwy~$4,800/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 1998 GMC Suburban

6States

29% of the market sits in North Dakota, though listings span 6 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 1998.

Buying a 1998 GMC Suburban?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 1998 GMC Suburban a good car to buy?

The 1998 GMC Suburban has 1 recall on record. There is 1 recall on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is service brakes, hydraulic, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 1998 GMC Suburban?

There are 1 documented recall for the 1998 GMC Suburban. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 1998 GMC Suburban?

EPA rates the 1998 GMC Suburban at 14 MPG combined across the board. Check the fuel economy section for the city/highway breakdown.

What are common problems with the 1998 GMC Suburban?

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC is the number-one complaint area for the 1998 GMC Suburban, based on 119 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 1998 compare to other GMC Suburban years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across GMC Suburban model years. Visit the GMC Suburban buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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