2017 Suburban 1500 ECM 12674472 | Programmed to Your VIN

Restore Your Suburban’s Performance

Fix check engine lights, no-start conditions, and poor performance with this Engine Control Module for your 2017 Suburban 1500. It arrives programmed to your vehicle’s VIN with the latest GM software, saving you a step at the dealership. Get back on the road fast – order today!

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Is Your Suburban Running Rough or Refusing to Start?

As a technician with over two decades of experience under the hood, I know the frustration of a vehicle that just won’t cooperate. When a modern truck like a 2017 Chevy Suburban starts acting up—stalling, poor fuel economy, a persistent check engine light, or worse, a no-start condition—the Engine Control Module (ECM) is often a primary suspect. This isn’t just a simple component; it’s the sophisticated brain of your vehicle, managing everything from fuel injection and spark timing to transmission shifts. When it fails, your dependable Suburban can become a driveway ornament.

This isn’t just a replacement part; it’s a direct solution. We are providing a genuine GM Engine Control Module, part number 12674472, that comes professionally programmed with the latest GM software specifically for your vehicle’s VIN. This critical step ensures that the module is correctly calibrated for your Suburban’s unique engine, transmission, and factory options right out of the box.

The Heart of the Problem: Why a Failing ECM Causes Havoc

A faulty ECM can manifest in numerous ways. I’ve seen vehicles come into my shop with a whole Christmas tree of warning lights on the dash, all tracing back to a single failing module. Here are some of the most common symptoms you might be experiencing:

  • ✔ Check Engine Light: The most obvious sign, often with communication-related trouble codes (U-codes) or specific sensor circuit faults.
  • ✔ No-Start or Hard Starting: The ECM controls the fuel pump and ignition coils. If it’s not sending the right signals, your engine won’t fire up.
  • ✔ Poor Engine Performance: Noticeable loss of power, hesitation during acceleration, or rough idling can all point to incorrect calculations by the ECM.
  • ✔ Reduced Fuel Economy: If the air/fuel mixture isn’t being managed correctly, your truck will consume more gasoline than it should.
  • ✔ Transmission Shifting Issues: The ECM works in tandem with the Transmission Control Module (TCM) to ensure smooth shifts. A fault can lead to harsh or erratic gear changes.

Expert Pro Tip: Check Before You Replace

Before condemning your old ECM, take five minutes to inspect the main harness connectors that plug into it. Over the years, I’ve diagnosed dozens of GM trucks where the real culprit wasn’t the module itself, but a single corroded pin or a wire that had slightly backed out of the connector. A quick spray with electrical contact cleaner and ensuring the connector is fully seated can sometimes resolve intermittent communication faults and save you the cost of a new part. It’s a simple check that’s always worth the effort.

Installation and Post-Installation Requirements for the 2017 Suburban 1500 ECM

We handle the initial, most complex part of the process: programming the module to your VIN. However, for this part to function correctly in your vehicle, a few final steps are required by you or your mechanic after installation. This is a standard procedure for modern vehicle security systems.

  1. Safety First: Always disconnect the negative terminal from your vehicle’s battery before beginning any work on the electrical system.
  2. Locate and Replace: On the 2017 Suburban, the ECM is typically found in the engine compartment on the driver’s side. Carefully disconnect the wiring harnesses and unbolt the old module. Install the new module and securely reconnect the harnesses.
  3. Reconnect Battery: Once the new ECM is installed, reconnect the negative battery terminal.
  4. Perform Security Relearn (Mandatory): Your vehicle’s anti-theft system (VTD or Pass-Key) will not recognize the new ECM, preventing the engine from starting. A Vehicle Theft Deterrent Relearn must be performed using a professional GM diagnostic tool like Tis2web or Techline Connect. This is not optional; the vehicle will not run without it.
  5. Additional Relearns (As Needed): Depending on your vehicle’s specific configuration and any stored codes, other procedures like a Crankshaft Position Variation Relearn or Injector Flow Rate programming may be necessary to ensure optimal performance and clear all fault codes.

Please Note: The responsibility for performing these post-installation relearn procedures lies with the buyer. We guarantee the module is correctly programmed to the VIN you provide, but the final integration into your vehicle’s systems must be completed on-site.

Guaranteed Compatibility

This Engine Control Module is a direct replacement for part number 12674472 and is interchangeable with the following part numbers: 12692068, 12704476, 12686382, 12674052, and 12678815. It is confirmed to fit a wide range of GM vehicles, including:

  • 2017 Cadillac Escalade / Escalade ESV
  • 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban 1500
  • 2017 GMC Yukon / Yukon XL 1500
  • 2016-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 & GMC Sierra 1500 / Denali 1500 (check specific IDs)
  • And other select Cadillac & Corvette models.

By providing your VIN at checkout, you ensure we deliver a module that’s perfectly matched and ready for the final relearn process, getting you one giant step closer to a smooth-running vehicle.

Genuine OEM

Yes

Interchange part number

Condition

Seller refurbished

Year

2017

Model

SUBURBAN 1500

Brand

GM

MPN

12674472

Manufacturer Part Number

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Manufacturer Warranty

1 Year

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