2008 CHEVROLET Silverado Problems & Complaints
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AIR BAGS
563 complaints
The contact owned a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 70 MPH and making a right downhill turn, he crashed into the rail guard before impacting a tree where the vehicle came to a stop. No warning lights were illuminated. No air bags deployed. The contact was concerned about whether the air bags should have deployed for the type of impact experienced. The contact stated that the Driver's side seat belt had locked. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was deemed a total loss and towed to a local tow yard, where it remains. The contact fell unconscious due to the impact and was rushed to a local medical center via helicopter. The contact sought medical attention for injured knees, 7 fractured ribs, a broken right arm, and was left bedridden. A police report was not filed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 278,000.
Sep 18, 2025
Truck was purchased in June 8, 2021. I have had zero accidents , was assured it was not a salvage vehicle it displayed no warning lights I begin to received the notices, the warning light started to come on from time to time, took the truck to our local Gosche Chevy Dealer. I was informed that it has an airbag for a 2500 Truck and they will not replace it. I have not been in any accident with this vehicle. What am I to do, as I am a retired cancer /heart issues stricken senior citizen and this repair is not in my month to month budget and my only transportation for my medical appointments
Jan 07, 2025
I started by vehicle and as soon as it started, I felt and heard a very loud explosion under the seat, and the seat belts retracted extremely tight. Then I noticed the airbag light on the dashboard. Smoke filled the cab of the truck. Then I realized the airbag module under the seat had exploded.
Oct 09, 2024
Went to my local chevy dealership for them to fix the recall for my passenger air bag, less than a year later the airbag light came back on. i went to have it looked at and they told me it would be $145 to even see if it was the same problem, so now i have service airbag light and the recall was never fixed?
Mar 20, 2024
The front passenger side air bag inflator ruptured sending particles and other debris throughout the passenger cabin while driving in city traffic, it is available for inspection, I feel like my safety and that of others was put at risk by the manufacturer not notifying me upon purchase, titling, and registration that this vehicle was the subject of a safety recall involving the air bags on this model, it posed a potentially life threatening risk to operate or be a passenger inside this vehicle and nothing has been inspected by anyone yet, it just happened a few hours ago, there was no warnings or messages prior to incident occuring unexpectedly. Something sounded as if it literally blew up inside the truck, thankfully I had no passengers at the time, it scared me badly, as I thought someone had hit me with their vehicle, after the explosion, the OnStar telephone symbol illuminated on the mirror and the radio silenced itself, and the emergency flashers turned on by themselves and there appeared to be smoke pouring from the passenger side of the cabin but turned out to be the air bags powder residue.
Feb 15, 2024
+ 558 more complaints for this component
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
59 complaints
Vehicle frame rust. Available for inspection. Compromised vehicle frame can result in a catastrophic incident posing a significant safety risk to self and others. Vehicle was inspected by an ASE certified mechanic who identified compromised vehicle frame.
Dec 10, 2024
Cracked dashboard extending from air bag compartment. Cracked dashboard extending from drivers side windshield up to instrument cluster. This truck spends most of its time in the garage and has less than 100,000 miles. First crack appeared around 40,000 miles and second around 88,000 miles.
Aug 23, 2024
chevy silverado 2008 pick up1500- extensive frame rust & deterioration, 115,000 miles needs to be repaired. Orignal owner.
Aug 14, 2023
My 2008 Silverado has rusted and cracked frame and doesn’t pass inspection I am [XXX] and on SSI disability and can not afford to pay for repairs, the truck runs great and has 158,000 miles on it I traded in a 1999 Silverado and it had 240,000 miles on it with no rust and no issues whatsoever should of kept that, I am very upset and disappointed with this truck, can you please reach out to me and help me out any way you can. Thanks [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Aug 09, 2023
The frame of my vehicle is rusted out almost completely.I am concerned about my safety and the safety of others if I drive it on the highway ,I have taken great care with my truck I only have around 70,000 miles on it and a frame should last a lot longer than this one has, and I have read other peoples complaints about this vehicle also,I would appreciate any help you can offer me.I have no files to upload or any accidents to report I’m just extremely concerned about driving this vehicle with the frame in the condition it’s in.Thank You
Jul 18, 2023
+ 54 more complaints for this component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
49 complaints
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact stated that while the husband was driving, a warning message indicating the hood was unlatched had been displayed and the front headlights were not operable. Smoke was seen coming from under the hood and after lifting the hood to inspect the engine compartment flames and smoke were present. The husband extinguished the flames with water and the vehicle was pushed to a work sight. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the battery cable and electrical wiring harness were melted. The cause of the failure was not determined. The fire department was not called to the scene. The local dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not yet contacted. The failure mileage was unknown.
Aug 29, 2022
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the check engine, the stabilitrak, the service trailer brake system, and the seat belt warning lights were illuminated before the vehicle began to decelerate. The contact stated that the vehicle turned off and back on independently. The contact stated he continued to experience the failure and parked on the side of the road for 30 minutes before restarting the vehicle and continued driving to his destination. The contact stated he had experienced the failure on 3 different occasions. The contact took the vehicle to two different independent mechanics and the second location informed him that the chassis electronic control module needed to be replaced. The contact called the local dealer and made them aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with Manufacturer Communication Number: 14515B however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
Mar 21, 2022
Yes the warning light came on before the air bag was replaced, If the waring light comes it indicates that the airbag is faulty, why is it going to cost me $791 to repair the sensor. Is this not a problem that should be resolved, as the airbag wont work if the sensor is not fixed. The air bag was replace At George Nahas on January 8th. At the time we were not told that the airbag would not work because the light was on. It was much later that a friend (mechanic) told me that the bag would not work if the light was on. Thus we contact Feldman and were told that the cost would be $791. Why replace the bag is it not going to work
Dec 13, 2021
U0073 CODE CONTROL MODULE COMMUNICATION BUS OFF
May 21, 2021
CAR WAS PARKED. DOOR LOCKED WITH REMOTE WHILE PERSON WAS IN THE CAR WITH DOORS AND WINDOWS CLOSED. UNABLE TO OPEN DOORS MANUALLY FROM INSIDE OR OUTSIDE. UNABLE TO MANUALLY UNLOCK DOORS FROM INSIDE OR ROLL WINDOWS DOWN. PERSON INSIDE WAS TRAPPED AND UNABLE TO GET OUT OF THE CAR. PUSHING THE DOOR UNLOCK BUTTON DID NOT WORK, NOR DID MANUALLY ILFTING THE DOOR LOCK. ONLY WAY OUT WAS BY UNLOCKING THE CAR WITH THE REMOTE.
Sep 05, 2020
+ 44 more complaints for this component
STRUCTURE
34 complaints
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that shortly after purchasing the vehicle, the contact discovered that the driver’s side of the vehicle was lowered and was leaning to the side. Upon inspection it was discovered that the driver's side leaf spring hanger had detached from the frame of the vehicle due to extreme rust. The local dealer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 287,000.
Apr 29, 2025
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while inspecting the vehicle, it was discovered that the subframe had sustained severe rusting and cracking underneath the front driver’s side of the cabin. The cause of the failure was not yet determined, and the vehicle was not yet repaired. The local dealer was contacted regarding the failure, but no assistance was offered. The manufacturer was not contacted or informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 143,000.
Jul 25, 2024
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while washing the vehicle, the contact became aware of rusted metal coming from underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that the frame was completely rusted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with a crack on the sub frame on the driver’s side of the vehicle. The sub frame was welded, and the vehicle was repaired. The contact researched and learned that it was a known failure. The dealer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the issue was a known failure. The dealer confirmed that the vehicle was not under recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 160,978.
Jun 05, 2024
Took truck in for fuel pump module upon dropping the fuel tank the mechanic discovered the frame was rusted thriugh and cracked! After investigating online i see this is a very common problem and they should be held accountable. Rest of truck looks pretty good for the year i purchased with 55000 miles on it and had it oil sprayed every year
Jan 15, 2024
Severe frame rust, body rust
Jun 10, 2023
+ 29 more complaints for this component
ENGINE
33 complaints
While driving uphill in my 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, I experienced a sudden and dangerous loss of power, accompanied by a flashing check engine light, ticking noise, and loss of oil pressure. The engine began to shake violently and I nearly rolled backward into another vehicle before I was able to shut it off. After restarting the truck, it began jerking and misfiring, making it completely undriveable. The issue occurred without warning and required a tow. Symptoms Observed: •Low oil pressure warning •Ticking/knocking noise from engine •Engine shaking and loss of power •Jerking and severe misfire when restarted •Flashing check engine light •Diagnosed failed/stuck AFM lifter in cylinder 6 •Engine misfire isolated to cylinder 6 (confirmed by unplugging ignition coil with no change) •Oil consumption and burning smell over prior months •Possible camshaft damage due to lifter failure Shops Involved: 1.Pep Boys (North Clairemont, San Diego) – Charged $400 and claimed to fix the issue, but symptoms returned immediately. 2.Rosecrans Automotive (San Diego) – Confirmed the issue is likely due to AFM system failure (collapsed lifter/cam damage). Estimated repair cost: $4,500+. Additional Impact: •Required towing after complete loss of drivability •Rental car for over a week (ongoing) •Potential lost income due to inability to commute to work •Total cost between diagnostics, failed repair, and upcoming repairs is significant Safety Concerns: •Sudden power loss occurred while climbing a steep hill—nearly caused a rear-end collision •Jerking, misfire, and engine instability made it unsafe to control •No prior warning; failure happened instantly Why I am reporting: This is clearly a systemic issue with GM’s Active Fuel Management system, especially in 5.3L V8 engines like mine. It poses not only a major safety risk to drivers and other vehicles, but also an enormous financial burden on consumers. Based on online forums an
Jun 28, 2025
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated the vehicle was unable to start. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Neither the manufacturer nor dealer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 210,000.
May 23, 2022
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE WAS SHAKING WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO SHAKE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED WITH NEEDING THE ENGINE TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 173,585.
Apr 01, 2021
CYLINDER #4 HAS FAILED. SEVERAL MECHANICS HAVE STATED THAT THEY SEE SEVERAL OF THESE FAILURES WITH ENGINES EQUIPPED OR PROGRAMMED WITH THE ACTIVE FUEL MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS. MY ENGINE FAILURE OCCURRED UNDER NORMAL CIRCUMSTANCES, 55MPH ON A FARM TO MARKET ROAD TRANSITIONING FROM FLAT ROADS ONTO A SLIGHT RISE WHEN THE VEHICLE STARTED RUNNING VERY NOTICEABLY ROUGH. I PULLED OVER AND THE ENGINE UNBALANCE WAS VERY APPARENT.
Jul 25, 2019
5.3 MOTOR LIFTERS ARE GOING OUT BECAUSE OF THE FUEL MANAGEMENT BAD LIFTERS
Jul 17, 2019
+ 28 more complaints for this component
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
29 complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AND REAR DRIVER SIDE DOOR LOCKS FAILED. THE DOORS FAILED TO LOCK WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS SHIFTED INTO GEAR AND WOULD NOT UNLOCK WHEN SHIFTED INTO PARK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 67,800.
Sep 18, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL OF THE DOOR LOCKS FAILED TO UNLOCK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS FOUND THAT THE ACTUATORS HAD FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 64,375.
Sep 05, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR LOCK FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS ADVISED THAT THE DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 25,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 28,000. *TR
Apr 30, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR LOCK MALFUNCTIONED INTERMITTENTLY AND THE DOORS COULD NOT BE LOCKED OR UNLOCKED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE REAR DOOR ACTUATOR WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND PAID FOR THE REPAIR EXPENSES. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED HOWEVER, SOON AFTER THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR LOCK MALFUNCTIONED ALSO. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT FURTHER REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 25,000. *TR
Mar 20, 2013
POWER DOOR LOCKS ON DRIVERS SIDE HAVE STOPPED WORKING. THERE ARE 1,000'S OF COMPLAINTS FOR THIS. *TR
Mar 07, 2013
+ 24 more complaints for this component
AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE
23 complaints
2008 CHEVROLET 1500. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG INFLATION ISSUE AND SEVERE RUSTING TO THE ENTIRE FRAME. THE CONSUMER IS REQUESTING THE TRUCK TO BE REPAIRED/REPLACED OR PROVIDING A TRUCK WHERE THIS PROBLEM DOES NOT EXIST.
Mar 08, 2023
My rear suspension cross member on my frame is so rusted and rotted that it snapped and I have a crack in the main frame from more rust right by the gas tank.
Jan 24, 2023
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE ATTEMPTED TO HAVE THE VEHICLE REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V052000 (AIR BAGS) BUT DID NOT WANT TO RISK THE PASSENGER'S SIDE DASHBOARD BEING CRACKED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ALDERMAN'S CHEVROLET BUICK GMC (65 WINDCREST RD, RUTLAND, VT 05701) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WAS A RISK OF CRACKING THE PASSENGER'S SIDE DASHBOARD. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT REPLACING THE DASHBOARD WOULD THEN BECOME AN OUT OF POCKET FOR THAT EXPENSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT YET REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND STATED THAT THEY WOULD NOT COVER ANY REPAIRS IF THE DASHBOARD CRACKED WHILE RECEIVING THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
Mar 25, 2021
CRACKED DASHBOARD IN SEVERAL PLACES. POSSIBLE OBSTRUCTION OF PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG IN THE EVENT OF DEPLOYMENT. PIECES OF DASHBOARD MIGHT BECOME SHARP PIECES FLYING AROUND THE CAB IN CASE OF A COLLISION.
Mar 07, 2021
MY DASHBOARD HAS CRACKS ON THE DRIVER SIDE AND PASSENGER SIDE. THE ONE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE AFFECTS THE AIRBAG AND THE ONE ON THE DRIVER SIDE HAS A RUN THAT WON'T STOP. *TR
May 30, 2020
+ 18 more complaints for this component
POWER TRAIN
23 complaints
Started out by sometimes not going into PARK, but now, Transmission will NOT go into PARK. This is hilly country, and I am concerned that the vehicle could roll away, although the parking brake has worked so far. When I park in my driveway, the rear (parking) brakes groan and slip just a little. So far, nobody has been killed.
Mar 14, 2022
WE BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE ON 11/09/2016 AND ON 1/22/2017 THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WITH NO INDICATOR LIGHT ON. TRANSMISSION MASTERS STATED THERE IS WATER IN THE TRANSMISSION DUE TO A FAULTY RADIATOR AND THAT THE TRANSMISSION IS BURNT.
Feb 21, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE INSPECTING THE VEHICLE IN THE DRIVEWAY, IT WAS FOUND THAT THERE WAS TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKAGE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED OVER A FOUR MONTH PERIOD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THERE WAS A TRANSMISSION LEAK BUT A REMEDY COULD NOT BE PROVIDED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 158,000.
May 13, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. WHILE IN PARK, THE VEHICLE SHIFTED INTO REVERSE INDEPENDENTLY. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO ROLL AWAY AND RAN OVER THE CONTACT. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A FRACTURED LEFT SIDE COLLAR BONE AND SHOULDER AND STOMACH BRUISES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE POLICE WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER OR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 60,000. UPDATED 6/4/15*CN
Mar 31, 2015
DESIGN FAILURE OF TRANSMISSION COOLING LINES. SET OF THREE COOLING LINES FAILING AT CRIMPED JOINT BETWEEN SOLID LINE AND FLEXIBLE LINE. THIS SEEMS TO BE A COMMON FAILURE DUE TO DESIGN, LOW TO MEDIUM PRESSURE LINES BEING USED IN A HIGH PRESSURE SYSTEM. FAILURE DURING OPERATION COULD RESULT IN SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER OR ENGINE BRAKING WHICH MAY RESULT IN VEHICLE CONTROL DIFFICULTIES ESPECIALLY ON SLIPPERY ROADS. THIS IS A HIGH FAILURE RATE ITEM ACCORDING TO THE SERVICE TECH/ADVISOR. *TR
Jan 26, 2015
+ 18 more complaints for this component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
22 complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V324000 (AIR BAGS). WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE DOOR LATCH ACTUATOR FAILED AND THE DOOR OPENED ON THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 4,205. UPDATED 09/14/15*LJ *CN
Aug 05, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, ALL FOUR LOCKS ON THE VEHICLE LOCKED AND UNLOCKED CONSTANTLY. THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE FAILURES RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 67,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
Feb 04, 2015
ALL FOUR DOORS WOULD NOT LOCK OR UNLOCK BY PRESSING THE LOCK BUTTON ON EITHER FRONT DOORS OR BY USING THE REMOTE WHEN STOPPED. IT SCARES ME AS A PARENT OF A SEVEN YEAR OLD THAT THE DOORS MAY NOT LOCK WHEN NEEDED AND MY CHILD COULD ACCIDENTALLY OPEN THE DOOR WHEN DRIVING ANYWHERE AT ANY SPEED. FOR THE SAFETY OF MY FAMILY AND FRIENDS THIS REALLY CONCERNS ME BECAUSE IF WE WERE IN AN ACCIDENT WHAT IF THE DOORS COULDN'T UNLOCK BY BUTTON OR MANUALLY OR LOCK TO KEEP PASSENGERS IN WHILE DRIVING. IN MY OPINION THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD THAT REALLY NEEDS TO BE INVESTIGATED BY GM AND AN ACTION TAKEN INTO AFFECT TO CORRECT THIS FAULTY ISSUE OR PARTS. *TR
Jan 05, 2015
LOCK ACTUATORS ON DOOR LOCKS KEEP FAILING. IT HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES. GM KNOWS THIS BUT REFUSES TO FIX. SHOULD HAVE BEEN RECALLED SINCE THEY KNOW IT IS A PROBLEM BUT REFUSE TO CORRECT. *TR
Nov 07, 2014
2008 SILVERADO CREW CAB - DOOR ACTUATOR FAILURE WITH ALL FOUR DOORS. *TR
Apr 07, 2014
+ 17 more complaints for this component
AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
18 complaints
My vehicle has a recall on it ,I no longer feel safe driving it so I will like to have my vehicle replace with a new vehicle, that doesn't have safety hazard or recall
Dec 30, 2024
Cracked Dash 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
Jul 28, 2021
TWO CRACKS IN THE DASH HAVE FORMED. ONE ON THE DRIVERS SIDE AND ONE ON THE PASSENGERS SIDE. THE CRACK ON THE PASSENGERS SIDE TRAVELS FROM THE DASH AIR BAG TO THE TOP JOINT BETWEEN THE TWO DASH PIECES. THE CRACK ON THE DRIVERS SIDE TRAVELS FROM THE JOINT BETWEEN THE TWO DASH PIECES TOWARDS THE DRIVER ALONG THE LEFT SIDE OF THE INSTRUMENT PORTION OF THE DASH. NOTICE THE CRACK ON THE DRIVERS SIDE WHEN SITTING STATIONARY IN MY DRIVEWAY AND THEN FINDING THE CRACK ON THE PASSENGERS SIDE.
Nov 03, 2020
SEVERE DASH CRACKING, HAS ABOUT 5-6 MAJOR CRACKS, INCLUDING AROUND THE AIRBAG AREA. CONCERN FOR HOW THE AIRBAG MIGHT CAUSE PIECERS OF PLASTIC TO INJURE OCCUPANTS OF THE VEHICLE IF THE AIRBAG WAS TO DEPLOY. VERY CONCERNED WHEN I HAVE THREE KIDS DRIVING IN THE TRUCK. NOT TO MENTION THERE STILL HASNT BEEN A RECALL ON THE AIRBAG SITUATION. THIS IS NOT GOOD!
Oct 29, 2018
CRACKED DASHBOARD AROUND AIRBAG AND INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. WORRIED IF AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT FLYING PLASTIC DASHBOARD COULD CAUSE INJURY OR EVEN DEATH. MOVING
Aug 14, 2018
+ 13 more complaints for this component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
12 complaints
BRAKE FLUID FLOWING OUT OF PIN HOLE IN ABS EHCU SYSTEM LOCATED ON THE LEFT FRAME RAIL UNDER THE DRIVERS SEAT. EVERY TIME YOU PUSH BRAKE PEDAL LOSING ALL BRAKE FLUID. *KB
Oct 12, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH DOWNHILL AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKES, THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE WOULD VIBRATE. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A DEALER AND THEY ADVISED HIM THAT THEY WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE AND THAT HIS BRAKES COULD POSSIBLE HAVE BEEN HEATING UP AND CAUSING THE VIBRATION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 29,400.
Apr 04, 2011
I DRIVE A 2008 CHEVY SILVERADO CREW CAB AND THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE BRAKES WORE COMPLETELY TO THE METAL DUE TO THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE DEALERSHIP. I SPOKE WITH THE OWNER AND THEY ARE INCURRING SOME OF THE COST, BUT AFTER THEY INSPECTED THE VEHICLE THE BACK BRAKES ARE ALSO WORN. THE TRUCK HAS 39,700 MILES AND ALL THE BRAKES ARE BEING REPLACED, FRONT AND BACK. I HAVE ALWAYS COMPLAINED TO THE DEALERSHIP ABOUT MY BRAKES NOT WORKING PROPERLY AND THEY ALWAYS CAME UP WITH SOME SORT OF EXPLANATION TO JUSTIFY THE NOISE. THIS IS MY 4TH CHEVY TRUCK AND THE FIRST ONE WHERE ALL THE BRAKES ARE BEING REPLACED AT THE SAME TIME BEFORE IT HAS HIT 40,000. *TR
Feb 16, 2011
THOUGH MY ANTI-LOCK BRAKES MAY BE WORKING JUST AS THEY WERE DESIGNED, THEY SEEM TO INCREASE STOPPING DISTANCE SIGNIFICANTLY OVER WHAT WOULD BE ATTAINED WITH JUST THE WHEELS LOCKING UP AND SLIDING OR SKIDDING. ON DRY PAVEMENT, STOPPING POWER OF THIS TRUCK IS FANTASTIC UP TO THE POINT WHEN THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKES ACTIVATE, THEN ITS AS IF THE BRAKES ALMOST COMPLETELY RELEASE THE WHEEL THEN REACTIVATE THE BRAKE TO THE POINT IT STARTS TO SKID THEN RELEASES IT COMPLETELY AND SO ON AND SO ON. THIS ACTION OF COURSE HAPPENS VERY QUICKLY, BUT SEEMS COMPLETELY DIFFERENT THAN ANY OTHER ANTI LOCK VEHICLE I'VE EVER OWNED. BECAUSE OF THIS CYCLE OF COMPLETELY RELEASING THE BRAKES THEN HITTING THEM SO HARD THEY INSTANTLY LOCK UP THEN RELEASING THEM AGAIN, THE STOPPING DISTANCE SEEMS GREATLY EXAGGERATED. ON A REDUCED TRACTION SITUATION SUCH AS SNOW, ICE, OR DIRT, ITS AS IF THE BRAKES DON'T WORK AT ALL. AS I STATED IN THE OPENING STATEMENT, THIS TRUCK HAS WONDERFUL BRAKES UP TO AND UNTIL THE POINT OF THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKES, SO WHEN THIS OCCURS IT IS QUITE SHOCKING. AS FOR MY BRAKING TECHNIQUE, I'VE BEEN TOLD AND HAVE FOLLOWED THE ADVICE THAT ONCE THAT ANTI-LOCK BRAKES ACTIVATE, YOU KEEP FIRM STEADY PRESSURE ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. I'VE TAKEN ADVANTAGE OF THE RECENT ICE AND SNOW IN OUR AREA TO TEST AND CONFIRM THAT I AM USING PROPER TECHNIQUE IN USING THE BRAKES AND I'M MORE CONVINCED THAT THIS SYSTEM IS CAUSING MORE PROBLEMS THAN IT SOLVES. I WOULD RATHER HAVE STANDARD BRAKES THAN THIS. I BELIEVE IT WOULD BE IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST IF THIS SYSTEM WERE CHECKED BY SOMEONE WITH THE ABILITY TO CONFIRM THAT THESE BRAKES MEET THE SAFETY STANDARD EXPECTED BY SAFETY REGULATORS OVER SEEING THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY. I DON'T BELIEVE THAT TAKING THIS VEHICLE TO MY LOCAL SERVICE DEPARTMENT IS GOING TO SOLVE ANYTHING, IN THAT I EXPECT THEY ARE GOING TO TELL ME THAT THEY ARE WORKING FINE.
Jan 27, 2011
LEFT FRT BRAKE HANGING UP AT TIMES. LEFT FRT. ROTOR HAS GROVES STARTING TO SHOW. ALSO THE PADS LOOK OK. LOOKS LIKE IT MIGHT BE GETTING HOT. THE RIGHT FRT. BRAKE LOOKS FINE. MAKES A NOISE AT TIMES WHEN APPLYING BRAKES. *TR
Jul 31, 2009
+ 7 more complaints for this component
SUSPENSION
11 complaints
Frame rotted through on left side by gas tank back to front of rear spring shackle, rear center tube support broken on both sides allowing rear shock brackets to rub brake lines and wiring harness. The rest of the frame has perforation and excessive rust scaling.
May 28, 2024
The mid frame is completely rusted out due to possible missing frame corrosion protection, needs replaced
Dec 25, 2023
Holes in frame it only has 46,263 miles.
Sep 19, 2023
HALF OF THE MIDDLE LEAF SPRING ON BOTH SIDES CAME OUT.ONE IN 2018 AND ONE IN 2019 TRUCK WAS GOING 30 TO 50 MPH.VERY DANGEROUS!!!
Apr 11, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT WAS MADE AWARE THAT THE DRIVER SIDE MIDDLE SPRING HAD FRACTURED AND DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 139,000. UPDATED 06/14/16*LJ
Apr 19, 2016
+ 6 more complaints for this component
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
11 complaints
My truck keeps going into limp mode, it will not accelerate when I press on the gas pedal.This happens sometimes after stopping or slowing down
Jul 08, 2023
ENGINE STALLED MULTIPLE TIMES WHILE DRIVING. PULLED CODES AND FOUND U0109 FUEL PUMP MODULE COMMUNICATION. THERE IS ALREADY A RECALL BUT MY VEHICLE VIN DOES NOT APPLY. ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES WITH THE PLACEMENT OF THIS MODULE CAUSING CORROSION INTERNALLY SHORTING PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD.
Apr 07, 2021
NO FUEL FROM FUEL PUMP, WAS RUNNING CUT-OFF WOULD NOT RE-START,LUCKILY I HAS JUST STOPPED FOR A SODA.
May 10, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SHOTTENKIRK CHEVROLET QUINCY (1537 N 24TH ST, QUINCY, IL 62301, 217-919-0388) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL RAIL PRESSURE SENSOR FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE DEALER ALSO STATED THAT THE FUEL PUMP CONTROL MODULE FAILED, BUT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED FOR THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED THE SAME SYMPTOMS AS LISTED IN MANUFACTURER RECALL NUMBER: 14515B. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 130,000.
Aug 24, 2018
ENGINE LIGHT WITH THE CODE P0455 P0455 EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS SYSTEM, AND WHEN I TRY TO FILL THE GAS TANK, THE GAS PUMP AT THE GAS STATION KEEPS SHUTTING OFF! ANY HELP WITH THIS?
Feb 07, 2018
+ 6 more complaints for this component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
9 complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SERVICE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BLOSSOM CHEVROLET (1850 SHADELAND AVE, INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46219, (317) 762-9416) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT A RESET WAS NEEDED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CONTACT DECLINED TO PAY THE DIAGNOSTIC FEES. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 185,000.
Apr 15, 2021
SDM CORROSION DUE TO POOR PLACEMENT. CARPET AND OTHER MATERIAL COVERED SENSOR AND LIQUID HAS COMPLETELY CORRODED SENSOR. SENSOR IS NOW DEAD AND AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON.
Apr 05, 2021
MY VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ONE DAY AND I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AND ALL POWER IN THE TRUCK WAS GONE THE RADIO RESET THE GAUGES STARTED TO GO UP AND DOWN AND THE AIRBAG LIGHT WAS FLASHING AND SAYING SERVICE AIRBAG. I FIGURED IT WAS A ELECTRICAL PROBLEM SO I GOT A NEW BATTERY AND IT STILL DID IT SO I I PUT A NEW GROUND WIRE AND IT STILL CONTINUED TO DO IT AND GOT ALL NEW BATTERY CABLES AND STILL NOTHING AND WHEN IT ALL RESETS AND I TURN IT OFF I HAVE TO JIGGLE THE POSITIVE WIRE FOR IT TO START
Nov 02, 2020
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V383000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT CALLED THE FRIENDLY CHEVROLET DEALER, LOCATED AT: 2540 PRAIRIE CROSSING DR, SPRINGFIELD, IL 62711 AND IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE IGNITION KEY DID NOT TURN BUT THE DEALER INFORMED THAT THERE WAS NOT RECALL FOR THAT FAILURE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND WAS NOT ABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WERE TO BECOME AVAILABLE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 90,000. *BF*JB
Aug 27, 2020
"TAKATA RECALL". I SPOKE TO A CHEVROLET DEALERSHIP PERSON (ALL STAR CHEVROLET NORTH, 9352 PLANK ROAD, BATON ROUGE, LA) ABOUT REPLACING MY TRUCK PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG. I FIRST CONTACTED THEM ON NOVEMBER 7, 2017 AND WAS TOLD THE DEVICE WAS NOT AVAILABLE. I CONTACTED THEM AGAIN ON MAY 10, 2018 AND SPOKE WITH AMANDA. AMANDA SAID SHE WOULD CHECK WITH HER MANAGER TO DETERMINE IF THE PART WAS AVAILABLE TO SCHEDULE THE FIX BUT I HAVE NOT BEEN CONTACTED. I DECIDED TO CALL CHEVROLET CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER (1-800-222-1020) AND I SPOKE WITH JANE. JANE EXPLAINED THAT MY VEHICLE IS NOT PART OF THE RECALL BUT YOUR WEB SITE AND CHEVROLET WEB SITE (HTTP://MY.GM.COM/RECALLS) STATE THAT MY VEHICLE IS PART OF THE 'TAKATA RECALL'. JANE MENTIONED SOMETHING ABOUT CHEVROLET HIRING A THIRD PARTY ENGINEERING FIRM THAT DETERMINED THAT VEHICLES LIKE MINE WAS NOT AFFECTED. I ASKED FOR THIS IN AN EMAIL OR LETTER BUT SHE SAID SHE WAS NOT AUTHORIZED TO RELEASE THIS INFORMATION IN WRITTEN FORM. 'ELECTRICAL ISSUE'. VEHICLE INSTRUMENTATION PANEL COMPLETELY SHUTS DOWN WHILE DRIVING. THIS APPEARS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM WHEN I SEARCH THE INTERNET. ALSO VEHICLE SHOWS THE 'AIRBAG' NEEDS SERVING THEN RIGHT AFTER THIS THE 'CHECK ENGINE' SYMBOL APPEARED. IT IS HARD TO BELIEVE THAT THESE ISSUES ARE NOT RELATED. THANKS.
May 19, 2018
+ 4 more complaints for this component
SEAT BELTS
7 complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWN 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE ENTERING THE VEHICLE AND ATTEMPTING TO LATCH THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT IN THE BUCKLE, THE SEAT BELT FAILED TO LATCH IN SECURELY. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE PASSENGER'S SIDE FRONT SEAT BELT FAILED TO RETRACT AND REMAINED LOOSENED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT LATCH AND THE PASSENGER'S SIDE RETRACTOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 99,300.
Mar 08, 2021
SEAT BELT ON DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDES WILL NOT LOCK ANY LONGER. THEY HAVE WORN OUT AND BROKE. THIS SEEMS VERY SIMILAR TO THE 2007 RECALL THAT HAPPENED. THIS IS A 2008 TRUCK.
Jun 27, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THERE WAS A LOUD BANGING NOISE. THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELTS EXTRACTION BUCKLE EXPLODED AND EMITTED SMOKE FROM THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE EXTRACTION BUCKLE. THE CONTACT WAS TRAPPED IN THE SEAT. THE SEAT BELT AND SERVICE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TWO FRONT BUMPER SENSORS CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. ALSO, THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT BELTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 107,581.
Apr 11, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT LATCH FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE THE MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE SEAT BELT LATCH NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 74,000. UPDATED 3/28/14*CN THE CONSUMER STATED THERE WERE TIMES, WHEN THE SEAT BELT WOULD NOT EVEN LATCH. THERE WERE TIMES, WHEN THE SEAT BELT WOULD UN-LATCH WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING. UPDATED 04/22/14
Feb 03, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT REPEATEDLY UNLATCHED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND ADVISED THE CONTACT TO CALL THE LOCAL DEALER TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 57,495. UPDATED 03/15/13*LJ UPDATED 04/19/2013 *JS
Feb 06, 2013
+ 2 more complaints for this component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
7 complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE WENT TO ZERO AND THE "ENGINE HOT AC TURNED OFF" WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND THEN DROVE HOME. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED THREE OTHER TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND THE THERMOSTAT AND SENSOR WERE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 95,500.
Dec 30, 2015
I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY GOING 60 MILES/HR AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT POPPED ON AND MY CAR SLOWED ALL THE WAY DOWN TO AROUND 30MILES/HR ALMOST CREATING AND ACCIDENT. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT READS "ENGINE POWER REDUCED". *TR
Jan 13, 2015
MY 1500 SERIES TRUCK HAS CHIRPING NOISE COMING FROM ENGINE. CURRENTLY HAS 80K MILES AND NOISE IS NOT COMING FROM PULLEY OR BELTS AS OUR MECHANIC HAS REPLACED THEM AND NOISE STILL SOUNDS. NOISE IS COMING FROM ENGINE. TAKING VEHICLE TO DEALER. THIS NOISE IS ANNOYING! *KB
Feb 04, 2012
THE DRIVER SIDE EXHAUST MANIFOLD BOLTS BROKE OFF CAUSING AN EXHAUST LEAK. THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE CAUSING EXHAUST GAS TO ENTER THE CABIN! EXHAUST BOLTS SHOULD NOT BREAK OFF. *TR
Oct 29, 2011
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING AT 68 MPH, AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF GASOLINE ENTERED THE FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM. THE CONTACT WAS UNAWARE OF WHAT CAUSED THE FAILURE TO OCCUR. THE SPARK PLUGS WERE REPLACED FIVE TIMES DUE TO THE FAILURE; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE OCCURRED APPROXIMATELY FIFTEEN TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER NINE TIMES AND THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 18,132. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 8,000.
Apr 21, 2010
+ 2 more complaints for this component
SERVICE BRAKES
6 complaints
DRIVING IN HEAVY TRAFFIC ABOUT 35 MPH, QUICKLY DEPRESSED BRAKE TO STOP AT RED LIGHT. BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR WITH ABSOLUTELY NO BRAKING. WENT THRU RED LIGHT AT 35 MPH, ALMOST HIT CROSS TRAFFIC. HAD TRUCK TOWED AND DISCOVERED THAT BRAKE LINE HAD RUSTED AND BURST.
Sep 12, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE "SERVICE BRAKE TRAILER SYSTEM" WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT PART NUMBERS: 20850923 AND 20904439 NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A RECALL. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 127,277.
May 15, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH WHILE PULLING A TRAILER, THE BRAKES FAILED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE FINALLY STOPPED AFTER DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL SEVERAL TIMES. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE SERVICE BRAKE CONTROLLER WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE FAILURE RECURRED EVERY YEAR AND WAS REPAIRED. ON 2/3/16, THE FAILURE OCCURRED AGAIN. IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL SWITCH NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURES. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 8,880. UPDATED 04/07/16*LJ CONSUMER STATED THE BRAKE CONTROLLER WARNING LIGHT ON DASH COMES ON STATING TO HAVE CONTROLLER SERVICED. CONSUMER HAS NO BRAKES TO THE RV BRAKES, THIS PROBLEM IS THE 7TH TIME. UPDATED 05/31/18*JB
Feb 22, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE LINES WERE RUSTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 72,000.
Oct 28, 2015
I WENT TO STOP AT A RED LIGHT AND THE BRAKES WOULDN'T WORK. I HAD TO PUMP THEM BOUT THREE TIMES TILL IT STARTED TO WORK.HAS HAPPEN BOUT FOUR TIMES NOW AND NO BRAKE LIGHT OR ANYTHING WILL COME ON. *TR
May 21, 2014
+ 1 more complaint for this component
TIRES
6 complaints
TIRE TREAD IS DETERIORATING, CHUNKS OF TREAD IS FLAKING AND FALLING OFF TIRE. FOUND A SECTION OF TREAD ON SECOND AND THIRD LINE OF TREAD THAT IS STARTING TO SEPARATE FROM TIRE. TRUCK HAS BARELY 10,000 MILES ON ORIGINAL TIRES WITH VERY GOOD TREAD, TRUCK HAS AIR PRESSURE MONITOR AND IS CHECKED REGULARLY. TIRES ARE DEFECTIVE. I WANT TO GET THEM REPLACED, BEFORE AN ACCIDENT, DAMAGE OR DEATH OCCURS! *TR
Aug 29, 2014
THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR TIRE SIDEWALL PEELED APART ON CHEVY 2008 SILVERADO WITH AMERITRAC TIRES 245/70R17 WITH ONLY 10,000 MILES ON VEHICLE. WHEN I TOOK THE TIRE TO THE DEALER, SINCE IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN UNDER WARRANTY THEY CLAIMED IT WAS DUE TO A PUNCTURE IN THE TIRE. THEY ALSO SAID IT WAS FROM A PIECE OF SCREW DRIVER THAT WAS PLANET IN THE VEHICLE. THE PIECE OF SCREW DRIVER WASN'T THERE UNTIL THE CAR WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, SO NOT ONLY DIDN'T THEY FIX THE CAR THEY DAMAGED IT. *TR
Sep 13, 2010
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHEN THE CONTACT WENT TO CHANGE HIS LICENSE PLATE, HE NOTICED THAT THE SPARE TIRE WAS A DIFFERENT SIZE THAN THE REST OF THE TIRES. HE CONSULTED THE DEALER AND WAS INFORMED THAT THEY RECEIVED OTHER COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE ISSUE, BUT COULD NOT DO ANYTHING TO RESOLVE THE ISSUE. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE SPARE WAS A TEMPORARY ONE AND OFFERED NO FURTHER ASSISTANCE. THE SPARE WAS A GOODYEAR WRANGLER HP TIRE, SIZE 265/70/17. THE OTHER TIRES WERE BRIDGESTONE, SIZE 265/65/18. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 2,465 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 2,400. UPDATED 05/06/09. *LJ UPDATED 05/07/09.*JB
Apr 20, 2009
RIGHT FRONT TIRE BLEW OUT, WHEN WE WENT TO HAVE THEM REPLACED WE NOTICED A BUMP IN ALL FOUR TIRES, UPON CALLING GENERAL WE WERE TOLD TO TAKE THE TRUCK TO SEARS (AUTHORIZED DEALER) TO LOOK OVER THE TIRES, SEARS CONFIRMED THAT THERE WAS A BELT SEPARATION IN ALL FOUR TIRES. WE WERE TOLD BY GENERAL TIRES THEY WOULD GIVE US A 60% REPLACEMENT ON ONE TIRE. WE THEN CALLED GENERAL MOTORS TO REPORT THE PROBLEM THEY TOLD US WE NEEDED TO TAKE THE TRUCK TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TRUCK WAS PURCHASED. AFTER LEAVING THE TRUCK ALL DAY THE SERVICE MANAGER REPORTED THAT THE REPLACED TIRE WAS NOT AN ORIGINAL TIRE (IT WAS THE ONE WE HAD FIXED DUE TO BLOW OUT) AND THAT IT SHOULD NOT BE WARRANTED. AT THIS TIME NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE TO FIX ANY OF THE TIRES. WE WERE TOLD BY A REPRESENTATIVE AT GENERAL MOTORS THAT THERE WERE OTHER REPORTS OF PROBLEMS WITH THESE TIRES. A SECOND REPRESENTATIVE DENIED THAT OTHER PROBLEMS HAS BEEN REPORTED. THERE IS DEFINITELY A MANUFACTURERS DEFECT IN ALL FOUR TIRES. *TR
Mar 16, 2009
2008 CHEVY SILVERADO (LEASED) HAS SEVERAL SMALL CRACKS IN TIRES AND REAR TIRES WITH CHUNKS OF TIRE MISSING. *NJ THE CONSUMER STATED HE NOTICED A LACK OF TRACTION AFTER A LIGHT RAIN. *JB
Nov 17, 2008
+ 1 more complaint for this component
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
5 complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD EXPLOSION INSIDE THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE WAS FILLED WITH SMOKE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ROSSI CHEVROLET BUICK GMC (360 NJ-31, WASHINGTON, NJ 07882, (908) 364-2789) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT TENSIONER HAD EXPLODED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE CONTACT WAS ALSO INFORMED THAT THE AIR BAGS, DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERS, AND THE AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE DEACTIVATION MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 28,000.
Sep 26, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A LOUD ABNORMAL NOISE INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 68,080.
Feb 09, 2016
THERE WAS AN EXPLOSION AND SEAT BELTS TIGHTENED UP,THE DEPLOYER FOR AIR BAGS WENT OFF, LUCKILY THE AIR BAGS DIDN'T GO OFF OR I WOULD HAVE BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT. I COMPLAINED TO GM BECAUSE THERE WAS A CALL BACK IN 2010 OF FAULTY SENSORS GETTING CORRODED BECAUSE THEY ARE LOCATED IN A DAMP AREA. GM STATED THAT THEY WERE NO LONGER RESPONSIBLE BECAUSE IT WAS OVER FIVE YEARS OLD AND OVER 100,000 MILES. BUT MY CONCERN IS HOW DANGEROUS THIS IS WHEN YOU ARE JUST DRIVING DOWN THE STREET AND THEY GO OFF CAUSING A ACCIDENT. I WANT GM TO PAY FOR REPAIRS SO THAT I CAN HAVE SEAT BELTS AGAIN BUT THEY CLAIM NO RESPONSIBILITY AND WANT ME TO PAY $1200.00 TO $1500.00 TO HAVE SEAT BELTS AND AIR BAGS AGAIN. *TR
Jun 14, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT'S SON OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INVOLVED IN A CRASH. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE SOUNDED LIKE A GUN SHOT. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH A DEALER AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED ONCE BEFORE, BUT THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 59,000. UPDATED 6/20/12 *CN THE CONSUMER STATED THE SEAT BELTS LOCKED UP AND NOW THEY HAVE TO BE REPLACED. UPDATED 06/22/12
May 18, 2012
I WAS DRIVING AT A SPEED OF APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH WHEN A DRIVER, WHO WAS CITED FOR FAILING TO YIELD TO THE RIGHT OF WAY, ENTERED THE ROADWAY FROM MY LEFT. THE INITIAL IMPACT WAS MY TRUCK'S FRONT TO THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE THAT ENTERED THE ROADWAY. AFTER BOTH VEHICLES SEPARATED, MY VEHICLE CONTINUED AND STRUCK A MEDIAN GUARDRAIL HEAD-ON (ANOTHER FRONTAL IMPACT) BEFORE COMING TO REST. MY SEATBELT DID NOT LOCK AND NO AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. THE HIGHWAY PATROL INVESTIGATED THE ACTIVE COLLISION SCENE. FOUR DAYS LATER, AN INDEPENDENT COLLISION RECONSTRUCTION EXPERT THAT I HIRED INSPECTED MY VEHICLE AT MY LOCAL GM DEALERSHIP. THE INSPECTION REVEALED THAT: I WAS IN FACT GOING 45MPH, MY SEATBELT WAS BUCKLED, MY SEATBELT PRETENSIONER DID NOT ACTIVATE, AND NO AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. GM HAS ALSO BEEN CONTACTED BY ME, AND THEY ARE CURRENTLY INVESTIGATING THE ISSUE. *TR
Jan 12, 2011
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
5 complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND BECAME STUCK CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO FIVE OTHER VEHICLES. THE KEY WAS REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 42,000.
Dec 09, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 40 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE AND POWER TRAIN WARING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED AS THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT A MESSAGE STATING THAT THE ENGINE POWER REDUCED HAD ALSO APPEARED BEFORE THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO A DEALER, WHO STATED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY POSITION SENSOR WAS DEFECTIVE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS RETURNED TO THE DEALER WHERE THE THROTTLE BODY WAS CLEANED AND THE COMPUTER WAS REPLACED BUT TO NO AVAIL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 110,000.
Oct 11, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 5 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 23,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 23,050.
Jan 18, 2012
DRIVING 59 MPH WITH CRUISE CONTROL ON. ACCELERATED HARD TO PASS A TRUCK. ACCELERATOR STUCK OPEN AND COULD NOT STOP IT. HAD TO HIT BRAKES THREE TIMES, EACH TIME INCREASINGLY HARDER, UNTIL ACCELERATION STOPPED AND TRUCK STARTED TO SLOW. HAD ACCELERATED TO OVER 80 MPH. *TR
Dec 22, 2011
LTR RE PROBLEMS HE HAVING WITH HIS 2008 CHEVORLET SILVERADO 3500 IN WHICH HE SAYS PRESENTS A SIGNIFICANT LIFE SAFETY ISSUE; HE WOULD LIKE AN INVESTIGATION TO BE CONDUCTED. *NJ WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY BEGAN TO INCREASE IN SPEED WITH NO ACTION FROM THE CONSUMER. THE CONSUMER ATTEMPTED TO APPLY THE BRAKE, BUT SOON THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR AND SMOKE STARTED EMANATING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. THE CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO STEER THE VEHICLE INTO THE EMERGENCY LANE AND TURNED OFF THE IGNITION. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER, HOWEVER AFTER A DIAGNOSES, NO CODES WERE FOUND TO DETERMINE THE RAPID ACCELERATION. *JB
Oct 07, 2009
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
4 complaints
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed white smoke coming from the exhaust with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic; however, the failure was not duplicated. The contact stated that the following day, while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. Additionally, there was an abnormal ticking sound coming from the vehicle. The contact used a diagnostic machine and retrieved several codes indicating electrical failures. The vehicle was towed to another independent mechanic; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed. The contact stated that the engine had been replaced twice. The contact stated the last engine was replaced in 2021. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.
May 01, 2025
T ruck left my wife totally stranded in the middle of a busy intersection. It was running but would not accelerate. I ran the codes and 2 codes that has never popped up before was P1682 and P2138. One said it could be the ignition and the other said it could be accelerator position sensor on gas peddle. My mechanic said this is a communication problem where the wires go into the ECM. Bad connection or moisture getting in. I have had a few wonky codes pop up that we believe to be bad connections. GM NEEDS TO GET THIS RECALLED AND RESOLVED. Trucks just stopping in the middle of the highway and in traffic is super dangerous. After i pushed on connection going into ecm, it started and I have not been able to duplicate code. We will see once it rains if it comes back. Way too many computers running these cars. A computer should never be involved with the running of engine, acceleration, braking or steering. KEEP THE COMPUTERS FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS!
Nov 01, 2024
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AND STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT HAD TO PARK AND RESTART THE VEHICLE, BUT IT WOULD NOT ACCELERATE PAST 10 MPH. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE WIRING HARNESS CAM SENSOR FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CONTACT RETURNED THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHERE SEVERAL REPAIRS WERE MADE, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 131,000.
Feb 23, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, ALL OF THE GAUGES BECAME DISABLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT WHEN THE GAUGES REACTIVATED, THE AIR BAGS WERE DISABLED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT THE FAILURE WAS UNABLE TO BE DETERMINED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000. ... UPDATED 06-02-15 *BF UPDATED 9/17/2015 *JS
Apr 20, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
4 complaints
FUEL PUMP FLOW CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT 1500/2500, SIERRA 1500/2500) WAS NEVER REPLACED BY THE DEALER, VEHICLE STALLED WHILE DRIVING, ALMOST LOST CONTROL WHILE DRIVING DUE TO THE ENGINE STALL. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY WANT TO CHARGE MET TO REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP FLOW CONTROL MODULE THAT WAS SUPPOSE THE BE FIXED DURING THE RECALL. I JUST BOUGHT THIS TRUCK FROM THE CHEVY DEALER A MONTH AGO.
Dec 22, 2020
ADDITIONALLY, A SMALL NUMBER OF 2007-2012 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES THAT INCLUDE; 2008-2013 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, 2008-2009 CHEVROLET COLORADO VEHICLES; 2007-2013 CHEVROLET SILVERADO, 2008-2014 SUBURBAN, AND TAHOE VEHICLES; 2008-2013 GMC SIERRA AND 2009-2012 YUKON VEHICLES; 2008-2009 GMC CANYON VEHICLES; 2009-2010 HUMMER H2, H3 AND H3T VEHICLES; AND 2008-2009 SATURN VUE AND 2009 OUTLOOK VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN SERVICED WITH A CHASSIS ELECTRONIC MODULE THAT COULD HAVE INTERNAL CONTAMINATION, CAUSING AN ELECTRICAL SHORT IN THE MODULE. IF THE MODULE EXPERIENCES AN ELECTRICAL SHORT, THE VEHICLE COULD DISPLAY A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, STALL, OR FAIL TO START. IF THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCES THIS CONDITION AND STALLS WHILE IN MOTION, THERE COULD BE AN INCREASED RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH. MY VEHICLE HAS STALLED MULTIPLE TIMES WHILE DRIVING AS WELL AS FAILED TO START. WHEN THESE SYMPTOMS OCCURRED THEY ARE ACCOMPANIED BY A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT FOR A U0109 CODE (LOSS OF COMMUNICATION WITH FUEL PUMP CONTROL MODULE). I BELIEVE THAT MY VEHICLE, ALTHOUGH THE VIN IS NOT LISTED, IS AFFECTED BY NHTSA RECALL BULLETIN NUMBER 14515 AS QUOTED ABOVE.
Apr 26, 2019
HELLO, I GOT A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND FOUND THE CODE IS FOR "LOW FLOW, CHECK FUEL CONTROL MODULE, FUEL PUMP". I FOUND A RECALL BULLETIN NO.: 14515B DATE: JANUARY 2015 SUBJECT: CHASSIS ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE INTERNAL CONTAMINATION. IT IS MODEL YEAR TRUCK AND THE EXACT PART NUMBER OF THE CONTROL MODULE BUT THE LOCAL DEALER ADVISED GM DOES NOT LIST MY VIN AS BEING INVOLVED, EVEN THOUGH MY TRUCK IS LISTED IN THE MODEL YEAR BULLETIN AND IT IS THE EXACT PART NUMBER FOR ALL VEHICLES!! MY TRUCK COULD STOP AT ANY TIME AND IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. I CAN;T DRIVE THE VEHICLE FOR FEAR OF IT STALLING AND EVEN GM ADVISED IT COULD STALL IN TRAFIIC AND IS A SAFETY HAZARD. PLEASE HELP. THANK YOU.
Jul 28, 2018
I HAVE A SHORT IN MY FUEL PUMP FLOW CONTROL MODULE. IT CAUSES MY CAR TO STALL WHILE WHILE IN OPERATION, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON, SOMETIMES IT DOESN'T START, ETC. THIS ISSUE HAS HAUNTED ME FOR ABOUT A YEAR NOW. I FOUND A RECALL BULLETIN FROM GM; #14515B. THIS IS THE EXACT PART # AND ISSUE THAT I'M HAVING BUT MY VIN # ISN'T PART OF THE RECALL. IS IT POSSIBLE THAT MY VIN WAS MISSED?
Mar 27, 2017
WHEELS
4 complaints
WHILE DRIVING THE LEFT DRIVER SIDE TIRE HAS A SCREECHING SOUND AND I HAVE TO TURN STEERING WHEEL SLOWLY TO MAKE GO AWAY FOR SHORT AMOUNT OF TIME..THE BREAKS ARE FINE AND THE TRUCK IS IN GREAT AND ONLY HAPPENS ONCE I GET UP SPEED.
Aug 13, 2018
THE VEHICLE SHAKES OUT THE BLUE WHEN I'M DRIVING APPROX.75 MPH
Dec 25, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 EQUIPPED WITH 20 INCH WHEELS. TO CONTACT STATED THAT THE WHEELS WERE CONSTRUCTED USING THREE SEPARATE SECTIONS AND THE OUTER SECTION OF THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL HAD SEPARATED FROM THE WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CUTTSHAW CHEVROLET LOCATED IN CRAPELAND, TX WHO WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 105,000.
Aug 24, 2017
SILVERADO K1500 FRONT WHEEL BEARING WENT BAD COULD CAUSE A SERIOUS ACCIDENT IF A PERSON DIDN'T KNOW WHAT THE PROBLEM MIGHT BE. IT WAS DETECTED WHILE BEING DRIVEN.THE DATE OF REPAIR 8/26/20016
Sep 14, 2016
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
4 complaints
I WAS ON HIGHWAY 84 PASSING ANOTHER CAR AT SPEED 75 MPH THE DOOR LOCKS STARTED CAME ON AND OFF, THE SAFETY BELT LIGHTS CAME ON, THE ENGINE STARTED TO SLOW AND SPEED UP, THE CLOCK WENT FROM 4:00 PM TO 12:00 PM, THE DATE WENT TO 01/01/2004, THE A/C STARTED TO BLOW HOT AIR. I STOPPED ON THE SHOULDER AND TURNED IT OFF, EVERYTHING STOPPED ONLY THE ABS LIGHT STAYED ON. I CALLED ONSTAR TO CHECK WHAT'S WRONG, THEY SAID EVERYTHING LOOKS GOOD, CHECK THE TIRES, IF THE TIRES ARE GOOD, YOU ARE GOOD TO DRIVE. ALL TIRES WERE 33PSI. I RESET ALL THE ELECTRONIC FUNCTIONS AND WENT HOME. I WAS IN DANGER FOR AT LEAST 5 MINUTES IN THE LEFT LANE PASSING ANOTHER CAR.
Jun 25, 2017
MY DASH IS CRACKED IN TWO DIFFERENT PLACES. STARTED OUT SMALL AND ARE GETTING LARGER AS TIME GOES ON. MY POWER WINDOWS AND DOOR LOCKS HAVE NOT WORKED ON THE VEHICLE SINCE I BOUGHT IT IN 2012
Dec 21, 2016
CHIMES--ANY WARNING CHIMES-- CAN NOT BE HEARD AT ALL,SPEAKERS DO NOT WORK,NO WARNING CHIMES CAN BE HEARD AT ALL.KEYS LEFT IN THE IGNITION,TURN SIGNALS ON ,LIGHTS LEFT ON,SEAT BELT WARNING,DOOR OPEN,NOTHING--THEN,DEPENDING ON THE WEATHER,HOT AND DRY,THEY MAY WORK,THE RADIO MAY PLAY,WINTER TIME--NOTHING---SUMMER TIME,SPORADIC BUT FOR THE MOST PART--NOTHING. .TWO YEARS NOW.DON'T MATTER IF GOING OR SITTING STILL,ANY WHERE,JUST NOTHING.
May 16, 2016
THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR WILL NOT OPEN IT JUST STOPPED NO NOTICE. THE NEXT WEEK THE WINDOWS IN THE BACK SEAT WILL GO DOWN BUT NOT UP DRIVER SIDE HAS TO ROLL UP. THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR LOCK WON'T WORK DRIVER HAS TO UNLOCK.
Sep 26, 2015
STEERING
4 complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS UNDERGOING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AT 1,522 MILES, A POWER STEERING FLUID LEAK WAS DISCOVERED UNDER THE VEHICLE. THE POWER STEERING WAS INSPECTED TO DIAGNOSE THE ORIGIN OF THE LEAK. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WAS A FLUID LEAK PRESENT AND A NOTATION WOULD BE MADE. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD BE REPAIRED PER TSB: SB-07-02-32-002N IF THE POWER STEERING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AGAIN. AT 30,000 MILES, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE EMITTING FROM THE POWER STEERING PUMP. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE POWER STEERING PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED. DUE TO THE POWER STEERING FLUID LEAK, THE MANUFACTURER REFUSED TO HONOR THE REPAIR PER THE TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 30,000.
Apr 11, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT THE DEALER FOR MAINTENANCE, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE POWER STEERING GEAR RACK SHOWED A FLUID LEAK. IF THE LEAK PERSISTED, THE POWER STEERING GEARS WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE LEAK WAS NON-REPAIRABLE. THE CONTACT REFERENCED TSB NUMBER: 070232002. THE CONTACT STATED THE DEALER FAILED TO FOLLOW THE CORRECTIVE ACTION STATED IN THE TSB AND THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE STEERING. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE STEERING GEAR RACK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 58,000.
Mar 30, 2017
DRIVING AROUND CURVE ON RESIDENTIAL STREET IN MY 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO I CAME UPON AN ILLEGALLY PARKED CAR. I ATTEMPTED TO STEER AWAY FROM CAR WHEN STEERING LOCKED UP AND I COULD NOT AVOID HITTING CAR THEN CURB THEN GARAGE. STEERING MADE A STRANGE CLICKING NOISE DURING MY ATTEMPT TO AVOID THE CAR. I HAD THE POWER STEERING PUMP REPAIRED IN FEBRUARY 2010 AT DEALERSHIP WHERE WE HAD PURCHASED OUR TRUCK FOR THIS SAME PROBLEM. THEY FOUND THE PUMP TO BE DEFECTIVE AND EFFECTED A REPLACEMENT OF THIS PART. *TR
Jul 09, 2010
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH AND PROCEEDING TO TURN, THE STEERING WHEEL UNEXPECTEDLY MOVED BACK AND FORTH. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND LATER RESUMED NORMAL OPERATION. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED A MODERATE WRIST INJURY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER AND THEY REPLACED THE POWER STEERING PUMP. ONE MONTH PRIOR TO THE STEERING PUMP REPAIR, THE STEERING GEARS WERE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON FIVE SEPARATE OCCASIONS FOR IDENTICAL FAILURES, BUT THERE WERE NO RESOLUTIONS. IN ADDITION, THERE WAS A DEFECTIVE PROPELLER SHAFT ASSEMBLY WHICH HAS BEEN REPLACED SEVERAL TIMES. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 18,600 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 23,000.
Jul 08, 2009
VISIBILITY
4 complaints
SAFETY RECALL 10153. THE SOLUTIONS OFFERED BY GM IS INADEQUATE. THEY WANT TO DISCONNECT THE WASHER HEATER AND COMPENSATE WITH $100. 1. $100 DOLLARS DOES NOT ADEQUATELY REFLECT THE VALUE OF THIS HEATED WASHER OPTION AND ITS LOSS OR THE DEVALUATION OF MY VEHICLE IF THE FEATURE IS DISABLED. 2. THE HEATED WASHER FLUID OPTION IS A VERY IMPORTANT SAFETY FEATURE 3. THE HEATED WASHER FLUID SYSTEM SHOULD BE REPAIRED, NOT DISCONNECTED. I WANT TO KNOW WHY GM IS NOT REPLACING THE MODULES WITH A EQUIPMENT THAT RESOLVES THE PROBLEM.
Jul 05, 2011
2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO - AIR CONDITIONER BLOWS HOT AIR OUT OF DRIVERS SIDE AND COLD AIR OUT OF PASSENGER SIDE. EXTREMELY HOT AIR BLOWS OUT OF THE DRIVERS SIDE WHENEVER THE AIR IS SET ON 60 (HOTTER THAN THE MAX 90). IT OCCURRED ONCE BEFORE BUT WAS FIXED BY A MECHANIC COSTING A COUPLE HUNDRED DOLLARS, BUT NOW IT HAS BEGUN AGAIN. I AM NOT SURE IF A PART WAS FIXED OR REPLACED BUT THE ISSUE CEASED AND NOW HAS STARTED AGAIN. *TR
Dec 22, 2009
I HAVE A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO WITH VERY LOW MILEAGE. THE ISSUE IS A STRUCTURALLY DEFECTIVE WINDSHIELD. THE WINDSHIELD STARTED CRACKING UNDER THE DRIVER SIDE MOLDING AND HAS PROGRESSED TOWARDS THE CENTER OF THE WINDSHIELD. I KNOW FOR A FACT THAT NOTHING HIT THE WINDSHIELD AND THE FACT THAT THE CRACK STARTED WHEN THERE WAS NO ONE AROUND ELSE ON THE ROAD. I WENT TO LOCAL DEALERSHIP TO HAVE IT REVIEWED. THE SERVICE MANAGER SIMPLY GLANCED AT THE WINDSHIELD AND CONCLUDED THAT SOMETHING HIT THE WINDSHIELD WHEN IT FACT THERE IS NOTHING TO SUBSTANTIATE THAT STATEMENT.. HE WENT ON TO SELL ME THE LINE THAT IF THERE WAS A DEFECT IN THE MATERIALS THAT THE CRACK WOULD HAVE SHOWED UP BEFORE 7,500 MILES. AS A STRUCTURAL ENGINEER I KNOW THAT THIS IS FACTUALLY INCORRECT STATEMENT AND NOTHING MORE THEN AN EXCUSE TO DO NOTHING. *TR
Apr 03, 2009
I WAS TRAVELING FROM MY HOME TO ALEXANDRIA,LA. TO PICK UP SOME PARTS FOR OUR FARM. WEATHER CONDITIONS WERE CHANGING FROM WARM TO COOLER TEMPERATURE DUE TO AN INCOMING COLD FRONT. TRAVELING 55 MPH ON A NEW SMOOTH SECTION OF LA. HIGHWAY 1, WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN A LOUD GLASS SHATTERING NOISE HAPPENED BEHIND ME. WHEN I LOOKED BACK I SAW THE REAR WINDOW HAD SHATTERED AND ALL OF THE SHATTERED GLASS HAD BLOWN OUT TOWARDS THE REAR BED OF THE TRUCK. I NOTIFIED SOUTHERN CHEVROLET OF THE INCIDENT BY DRIVING BY THERE TO SHOW THE SALES PERSON THE EXPLODED CONDITION OF THE WINDOW. AFTER ATTEMPTING TO GET THE MANAGER, WE WENT IN TALKED WITH THE SERVICE MANAGER ABOUT IT. SHE HAD NO RECOLLECTION OF PREVIOUS FAILURES ON THIS TRUCK MAKE. THE SALES PERSON SAID HE WOULD FOLLOW UP WITH THE MANGER AND RESEARCH OF ANY OTHER PROBLEMS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS STYLE OF TRUCK AND CONTACT ME. NO RESPONSE RECEIVED AS OF THIS DATE 10.23.08. I THEN PROCEEDED TO GLASS PLUS AND HAD THE BACK WINDSHIELD REPLACED BECAUSE THE RAIN STARTING. *TR
Oct 23, 2008
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
3 complaints
MY HEADLIGHTS KEEP GOING OUT,EVERY MONTH I HAVE TO REPLACE A HEADLIGHT. I HAVE TALKED WITH MANY PEOPLE THAT HAVE THE SAME YEAR MODEL AND PEOPLE WITH ONE YEAR OLDER AND ONE YEAR NEWER AND THEY ALL SAY THE SAMETHING HAPPENS TO THEM. SO WHAT IS THE PROBLEM. I HAVE HAD MY MECHANIC AND OTHER MECHANICS LOOK AT IT AND NONE OF THEM CAN FIGURE IT OUT. PLEASE HELP WITH THIS PROBLEM. IT DOES NOT MATTER IF IM SITTING STILL OR IN MOTION ,IVE HAD THEM GO OUT AT DIFFERENT TIMES.
Aug 24, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT FAILED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE LOCAL MECHANIC REPLACED THE LOW BEAM BULB AND MODULE NUMEROUS TIMES; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE WAS NOT CORRECTED. THE LOW BEAM BULB AND MODULE CONTINUED TO FAIL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE MANUFACTURER HEADLIGHT RECALL. THE NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER WAS UNKNOWN. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 62,000.
Dec 02, 2014
FLEET USER OF THE 1500 CHEVY PICKUP TRUCKS. ISSUE REPORTED, HEAD LIGHT OUT. DIAGNOSES SHOWED BURNT WIRES ON THE HEAD LIGHT PLUG TO BULB CONNECTER. REPAIR PERFORMED WAS TO REPLACE THE HARNESS ON BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT HEAD LIGHTS TO CORRECT A MELTING PLUG CONNECTER. MOST TIME ITS IS ONE HEADLIGHT AFFECTED AT A TIME, BUT THE LOSS OF BOTH HEAD LIGHTS IS SEEN. *TR
Mar 15, 2014
EQUIPMENT
3 complaints
THE FRONT RADIO SPEAKERS DO NOT WORK MOST OF THE TIME. BECAUSE OF THIS THE WARNING CHIMES CANNOT BE HEARD. *TR
Jun 08, 2014
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO CHANGE ONE OF THE TIRES, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE JACK DID NOT FIT WHERE THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL INDICATED IT WAS TO FIT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PIECE OF METAL ON THE JACK AS SUGGESTED BY THE OWNERS MANUAL, WAS TOO LARGE FOR THE PLACEMENT LOCATION ON THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED OR REPAIRED FOR THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 13,000.
Apr 05, 2011
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE MECHANICAL JACK THAT WAS EQUIPPED WITH THE VEHICLE CANNOT BE USED AS INSTRUCTED IN THE OPERATION MANUAL. IT POSES A GREAT DANGER IF ATTEMPTED TO BE USED MANUALLY. THE CONTACT WENT TO THE DEALER FOR INSTRUCTIONS AND THEY PROVIDED ALTERNATIVE LOCATIONS TO PLACE THE JACK IN ADDITION TO HOW IT SHOULD BE USED. THE CONTACT DISAGREES WITH THE INSTRUCTIONS AND CANNOT USE THE JACK IN THE RECOMMENDED MANNER. HE CALLED GENERAL MOTORS AND THEY CALLED THE DEALER; HOWEVER, NEITHER ONE PLANS TO TAKE CORRECTIVE ACTION AND CLOSE THE CASE SINCE NO ONE WAS REPORTEDLY KILLED BY THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 350. UPDATED 02/24/09. *LJ THE CONSUMER STATED THE JACK CANNOT FIT BETWEEN THE LEAF SPRING SHACKLE AND SHOCK ABSORBER. UPDATED 02/24/09. *JB
Dec 02, 2008
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
3 complaints
THERE WAS A VERY STRONG GASOLINE SMELL WITH THE VEHICLE RUNNING. WHILE LOOKING FOR THE SOURCE, I NOTICED FUEL SPRAYING OUT UNDER THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THAT IT WAS THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL LINE THAT WAS LEAKING. I DO NOT KNOW IF THIS IS A DEIGN FLAW, A DEFECT IN THE PART OR POOR WORKMANSHIP, BUT IT COULD HAVE HAD SERIOUS CONSEQUENCES IF THE FUEL HAD IGNITED, WHICH WAS POSSIBLE WITH THE PRESSURE AND VOLUME OF THE LEAK. IT WAS REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE DUE TO IT BEING A "SAFETY FACTOR". THE TRUCK IS NOT DRIVEN IN EXTREME CONDITIONS. I HAD NOT RUN OVER ANYTHING, AND CANNOT THINK OF ANY REASON FOR THE FUEL LINE TO RUPTURE. *TR
Jul 28, 2013
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. UPON ENTERING THE VEHICLE THE CONTACT SMELLED A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON 28 OCCASIONS IN WHICH THEY DID NOT DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE BUT RECOMMENDED THAT HE REPLACE THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 6,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 21,847.
Apr 19, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THERE WAS AN OVERPOWERING GASOLINE ODOR FROM THE INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE AS THE VEHICLE WAS ABNORMALLY CONSUMING FUEL RAPIDLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER NINE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS NEVER REPAIRED AND THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DEALER WOULD NEVER INFORM HIM OF HIS FINDINGS AFTER EXAMINING THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL REPAIR FACILITY WHERE HE WAS ADVISED THAT FOUR OF THE CYLINDERS HAD NO COMPRESSION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE CONTINUED TO RECUR. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 7,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 19,932.
Aug 19, 2010
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY
3 complaints
WITH HEATER ON AFTER A FEW MOMENTS IT SAYS AC TURNED OFF AND FANS CONTINUE TO RUN AFTER DISCONNECTING POSITIVE WIRE IT RESETS AS LONG AS HEATER IS LEFT OFF. *TR
Sep 29, 2012
7-13-2011 REPLACED DOOR LATCH-RIGHT--4-19-2012 REPLACED DOOR LATCH LEFT AND LEFT WINDOW REGULATOR. *TR
Apr 26, 2012
SHORT IN THE ELECTRIC WINDOWS SWITCHES FOR 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE DRIVERS FRONT WINDOW ACTUATOR HAS BEEN REPLACED BUT ALL FOUR WINDOW ACTUATORS HAVE GONE BAD AND MUST BE REPLACED. *TR
Jun 13, 2011
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
3 complaints
BRAKE LIGHTS GO OUT WHEN PRESSURE ON PEDAL IS DECREASED WITHOUT COMPLETLY RELEASING PEDAL. 2 NEW BRAKE SWITCHES WITH UPDATED TECHNOLOGY TO SOLVE PROBLEM ACCORDING TO GM HAVE NOT STOPPED THIS CONDITION. TRUCK HAS HAD THIS PROBLEM SINCE PURCHASED AND STILL HAVE IT NOW 37000 MILES LATER. *TR
Feb 14, 2011
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE BRAKE LIGHT WOULD GO OUT IF THE CONTACT SLIGHTLY REMOVED HIS FOOT FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER BOTH STATED THAT THIS WAS A NORMAL OCCURRENCE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS SLIGHTLY RELEASED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER COULD NOT ASSIST WITH THE REPAIRS. THERE WERE NO RECALLS AVAILABLE. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 3,000 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS LESS THAN 7,000. UPDATED 07/01/09 *BF WHILE TOWING A TRAILER, THE VEHICLE WOULD LURCH FORWARD WHEN BRAKING. THE ELECTRIC TRAILER BRAKES SEEMED TO FUNCTION OFF OF THE VEHICLE BRAKE LIGHTS, WHICH CAUSES THE TRAILER BRAKES TO DISENGAGE EVEN WHILE APPLYING BRAKE PRESSURE. THE VEHICLES BRAKE LIGHTS ALSO FLICKER ON AND OFF WHILE BRAKING. UPDATED 07/02/09.*JB
Jun 05, 2009
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE ATTACHED TRAILER CONTINUED TO MOVE FORWARD AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO SWAY ACROSS THE HIGHWAY. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS PRIOR TO THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A MALFUNCTION WITH THE ELECTRIC BRAKE SYSTEM, WHICH CONNECTS TO THE TRAILER'S COMPUTERIZED SYSTEM. THERE WAS NO POWER IN THE ELECTRIC BRAKE SYSTEM. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR REPAIR; HOWEVER, THE FAILURES CONTINUED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED SEVERAL TIMES FOR AN IDENTICAL FAILURE. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 500 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 5,000.
Jul 01, 2008
SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
2 complaints
Purchased truck in Massachusetts for 13,000.00 and on the outside it was a beautiful truck. Frame is completely rotted and I was never able to get it inspected and I have no vehicle and no way to repair or replace it.
Dec 08, 2024
As with many chevrolet trucks the frame and cross members have rust to the point that they are breaking off. This is a major safety concern as the support the fuel tank and suspension mounts. It is also a major concern to the structural integrity of the truck. No it has never been inspected by anyone else, as it don't need to be it is very obvious on all GM trucks.
Aug 21, 2022
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
2 complaints
Vehicle is in the shop at 191,000mi for Rear Shocks, Front Struts, an alignment and oil change as of Wednesday (07/19/2023), at approximately 16:14 EDT, the shop contacted me and notified me that the mechanic, when he was installing the new driver-side shocks, went to secure the shock, only for the entire sub-frame assembly that holds the exhaust manifold, fuel tank and shock in place, "shattered" in front of him. I have been informed that I was "One good pothole away" from having a catastrophic failure which could have caused a wreck, and potentially loss of life.
Jul 20, 2023
There is rust on my crossmembers, they said it happens from the stuff they put on the roads? I don't know but I do not have money to buy a new vehicle. They say it's on both sides in the rear that are rotten but they were fine not too long ago.
Apr 04, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
2 complaints
Vehicle abruptly malfunctioned (lose of power) while sitting at the traffic light during a heavy storm. Fortunately, I turned the vehicle off and restarted it, which gave me enough engine power to get a a safe place. I had the vehicle towed to Love Chevrolet, Columbia, SC. Dealership stated the entire wiring harness needed to be replaced. The replacement cost would be $3500. They also stated the wiring harness for this vehicle has been discontinued and I have to take the vehicle to an electrical shop to be fixed.
Aug 09, 2022
I HAVE A2008 SILVERADO LIKE NEW THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM IS GIVING ME A HARD TIME I REPLACE THE ALTERNATOR, BATTERY, HEADLIGHT AND STILL HAVE ''THISISSUE HEADLIGHT DIMMING AT NIGHT TIME, CRUISE CONTROL NOT WORKING PROPERLY ! I WISH GM CAN HELP ME
Jun 28, 2019
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
2 complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND. THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS FAULTY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE REOCCURRED. THE MANUFACTURE WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 102,000.
Apr 05, 2021
I STOPPED AT A STORE ON MY WAY HOME LAST NIGHT AND WHEN I GOT BACK IN THE TRUCK AND STARTED IT, IT MADE A NOISE LIKE IT WOULD IF YOU TURNED THE KEY AND THE ENGINE WAS ALREADY RUNNING. I HAD THE SAME RESPONSE FROM STARTING IT THIS MORNING AFTER IT SAT IN MY GARAGE ALL NIGHT. THE TRUCK HAS ONLY 56,000 MILES ON IT AND GETS REGULAR MAINTENANCE...I'D HATE TO THINK I'VE GOT TO REPLACE THE STARTER ALREADY. IN THE LAST TWO MONTHS I'VE HAD TO DEAL WITH THE "CHECK ENGINE / GAS CAP" THING AND REPLACED THE IMPACT SENSOR FOR THE AIR BAG. EVERY WEEK I GET CLOSER TO TRADING IN FOR A NEW FORD. *TR
Nov 18, 2014
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,ENGINE
2 complaints
2008 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500 FIRE ON 11/20/20 I WAS DRIVING 3 MILES TO MY FRIENDS HOUSE AND AS SOON AS I PULLED UP, I SMELT FIRE. I GOT OUT TO FIND OUT THAT MY PASSENGER HEADLIGHT AND EVERYTHING UNDER THE HOOD WAS ON FIRE!! AS I STARTED TO RUN FOR HELP, I TRIPPED OVER A LARGE SIZE CURB AND LANDED ON MY FACE. MY NECK, SHOULDERS AND BACK HAVE BEEN DIFFICULT TO MOVE SINCE THIS HAPPENED. I TRIED TO LIFT THE HOOD BUT THAT WAS TOO HOT TO DO SO, I RAN INTO MY FRIENDS HOUSE SCREAMING FOR A FIRE EXTINGUISHER!! AS I WAS RUNNING BACK TO REMOVE AS MUCH AS I COULD OUT OF THE TRUCK HER HUSBAND CAME OUT WITH THE FIRE EXTINGUISHER AND SHE CAME WITH THE HOSE. I NOW I CAN BARELY MOVE MY NECK, MY BACK IS IN SEVERE PAIN, AND MY RIBS HURT IMMENSELY. AS I SURVIVED THIS LIFE THREATENING ORDEAL, I STARTED DOING BACKGROUND CHECKS ON THIS TYPE OF VEHICLE AND 124 DEATHS HAVE OCCURRED BECAUSE OF THIS GM PROBLEM. HOW IS THIS NOT A CLASS ACTION LAW SUIT?!!
Dec 22, 2020
2008 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500 FIRE ON 11/20/20 I WAS DRIVING 3 MILES TO MY FRIENDS HOUSE AND AS SOON AS I PULLED UP, I SMELT FIRE. I GOT OUT TO FIND OUT THAT MY PASSENGER HEADLIGHT AND EVERYTHING UNDER THE HOOD WAS ON FIRE!! I TRIED TO LIFT THE HOOD BUT THAT WAS TOO HOT TO DO SO, AND I RAN INTO MY GIRLFRIENDS HOUSE SCREAMING FOR A FIRE EXTINGUISHER!! AS I WAS RUNNING BACK TO REMOVE AS MUCH AS I COULD OUT OF THE TRUCK HER HUSBAND CAME OUT WITH THE FIRE EXTINGUISHER AND SHE CAME WITH THE HOSE. I HAD MY BRIEFCASE, PURSE, PORTABLE BOOM BOX AND STARTED RUNNING AS FAST AS I COULD BECAUSE I THOUGHT IT WAS GOING TO BLOW UP, AND TRIPPED OVER THE CURB AND LANDED FACE FIRST IN THE DIRT. NOW I CAN BARELY MOVE MY NECK, MY BACK IS IN SEVERE PAIN, AND MY RIBS HURT IMMENSELY. AS I SURVIVED THIS LIFE THREATENING ORDEAL, I STARTED DOING BACKGROUND CHECKS ON THIS TYPE OF VEHICLE AND 124 DEATHS HAVE OCCURRED BECAUSE OF THIS GM PROBLEM. HOW IS THIS NOT A CLASS ACTION LAW SUIT?!!
Nov 26, 2020
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE
2 complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS APPROXIMATELY TWO INCHES OF WATER ON THE FLOORBOARD ON THE DRIVER'S FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WATER LEAKED IN FROM ON TOP OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE RECURRED EACH TIME IT RAINED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY STARTED AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK AIR BAGS WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED CAUSING AT GREAT CONCERN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ITS A MANUFACTURER DEFECT. THE CONTACT CALLED REGISTER CHEVROLET (14181 CORTEZ BLVD, BROOKSVILLE, FL 34613, (352) 597-3333) AND INFORMED THE DEALER OF THE FAILURE. THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY AND TO CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER FOR ASSISTANCE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND REFERRED THE CONTACT TO NHTSA. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 216,000.
Nov 12, 2020
ENGINE TROUBLE LIGHT APPEARS AND SERVICE AIRBAG MESSAGE APPEARS,BOTH. PASSENGER SIDE WINDOWS WOULD NOT OPERATE. BURNING ODORS APPEAR INSIDE THE CABIN. THE G.M. DEALERSHIP LOCATED THE WIRING HARNESS HAD CAUGHT FIRE AND MELTED PART OF THE CARPET ON THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE KICK PLATE. $2,400.00 TO REPLACE THE HARNESS AND CARPET. WHAT'S GOING TO PREVENT THIS FROM HAPPENING AGAIN? *TR
Mar 15, 2015
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE
2 complaints
STABILITRAK AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT GOING OFF WITH BLINKING CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND ROUGH IDLE, ON A HIGHWAY. IT HAPPENED ON FEBRUARY 3 2019
Feb 05, 2019
CYLINDER 1 MISFIRE,COLLAPSED LIFTER,DOD/AFM SYSTEM FAILED. TICKING NOISE FROM ENGINE BEFORE LIFTER FAILED.STABILITY TRACTION CONTROL ALSO GIVING PROBLEMS ONCE PROBLEM WITH LIFTER STARTED 144000 MILES MOSTLY HIGHWAY THIS TRUCK IS ONLY USED FOR FAMILY OUTTHINGS.NOT EVERY DAY DRIVER 3 DAYS OUT OF A 7 DAY WEEK.
Apr 30, 2017
STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
2 complaints
FRAME AND BODY RUSTING REAL BAD
Dec 10, 2018
THE DASHBOARD HAS THREE MAJOR CRACKS IN IT. TWO AROUND THE AIR BAG AND ONE ABOVE THE STEERING COLUMN.
May 18, 2016
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
2 complaints
THE ENGINE DOESN'T SLOW DOWN IMEDIATLY AFTER YOU RELEASE ACCELERATOR.. ALSO THE ELECTRIC SYSTEM COMES ON AND OFF IN MOTION... ALSO SOMETIMES SPEAKERS WORK AND SOMETIMES THE DON'T ...IN MOTION OR NOT.. I LOST CONTROL OF THE TRUCK AND HIT A TREE GOING ABOUT 40 MPH NO AIRBAGS WERE DEPLOYED...
Nov 05, 2018
THE PROBLEM WAS NOT WITH THE AIR BAG, BUT THE FRONT SWITCH THAT ACTIVATES THE AIR BAGS UPON IMPACT. WHEN ONE OR BOTH FAIL THE TEST WHEN YOU TURN THE IGNITION ON, IT POSTS A MESSAGE SAYING SERVICE THE AIR BAG SYSTEM. THERE IS LOTS OF INFORMATION REGARDING THIS ON UTUBE. APPARENTLY THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM. I AM AN ELECTRICIAN AND AN ELECTRONICS TECH, I KNOW THAT THE AIR BAGS WILL NOT ACTIVATE IF THE CRASH IS ON THE SIDE WITH A BAD AIR BAG. I HAD 2 BRAKE LIGHT SWITCHES GO OUT, AT WHICH TIME THE PERSON BEHIND ME,WOULD HAVE NO IDEA, I WAS BRAKING. THE SWITCH IS A 2 PART SWITCH, ONE PART CONTROLS THE BRAKE LIGHT, THE OTHER ENABLES OR DISENGAGES THE CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM.
May 08, 2018
POWER TRAIN,AIR BAGS
2 complaints
TAKATA RECALL BEEN WAITING YEAR &HAFT FOR REPAIR DEALER SAID THEY ARE WAITING FOR PARTS TO COME IN FOR YEAR &HAFT. TAKING TO LONG
Jan 13, 2018
TAKATA RECALL # 16V381. I BOUGHT THIS CHEVY NEW AND WAS DRIVING TO LOUISIANA. MY MILEAGE AT THE TIME WAS 35,955 MILES. THE RED COLORED SEAT BELT LIGHT CAME ON. I WAS TO CLOSE TO THE 36,000 MILE MARK FOR WARRANTY COVERAGE TO MAKE IT TO SHREVEPORT, LA. SO I HAVE BEEN DRIVING THIS TRUCK WITH THE LIGHT ON. I HAVE ASKED DEALERSHIPS IF THEY SEE THE PROBLEM, BUT WAS ASKED FOR A COMMITMENT FOR UNKNOWN AMOUNTS OF MONEY TO CHECK AND REPAIR THIS PROBLEM. THANK THE LORD I HAVE NOT BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT WITH THIS CONDITION. I WANT TO KNOW IF THIS HAS BEEN THE CASE WITH OTHER MODELS AS MINE. I HAVE A SECOND PROBLEM WITH THE ENGINE AN TRANSMISSION. THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AT ABOUT 92,000 MILES AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. LASTLY THE YELLOW CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS BEEN ON. I HAVE SPENT SEVERAL THOUSAND TO FIX THIS. EVEN AT DEALERSHIP. I WOULD LEAVE AND THE LIGHT WOULD RETURN. SOMETIMES I HAD ONLY DRIVEN A MILE. I HAVE HAD OTHER MECHANICS CHECK IT OUT AND IT APPEARS I HAVE A LIFTER PROBLEM ON MY NUMBER TWO CYLINDER CAUSING INTERMITTENT MISFIRES TO OCCUR. IS THIS ALSO A PROBLEM WITH MY MODEL?
Jun 16, 2017
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ENGINE
2 complaints
MOTOR KNOCKS AND IS USING OIL A LOT OF OIL AND THE DASH LIGHT FLICKER WITH THE SWITCH. *TR
Jun 27, 2014
DRIVING AT NIGHT AT 55 MPH, THE TRUCK INTERMITTENTLY LOST POWER BUT DID NOT COMPLETELY QUIT; THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS BLEW AND WENT OFF. *TR
Dec 07, 2013
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
2 complaints
WHILE DRIVING WITH CRUISE CONTROL ON AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, THE TRACTION STABILITY LIGHT CAME ON ALONG WITH BRAKE LIGHT. THE DOOR LOCKS ACTIVATED AND ALL DASH BACKLIGHTING WENT OUT. AFTER SHUTTING OFF ENGINE, ALL ELECTRICAL POWER SHUT OFF TO INCLUDE THE CLOCK ON THE RADIO. I CHECKED BATTERY CONNECTIONS AND AFTER WIGGLING THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE, THE POWER CAME ON. THE CLOCK WAS SET TO 12:00, AND THE A/C WAS RESET TO 74. THIS WAS THE FIRST INCIDENT. AFTER SEVERAL INCIDENTS, MY TRUCK ACTUALLY STALLED IN AN INTERSECTION AND I HAD TO STOP IN THE ROAD TO ADJUST THE BATTERY CABLE. I HAVE HAD APPROXIMATELY 20 INCIDENTS OF SIMILAR NATURE, EACH TIME WITH INCREASING SYMPTOMS. AT ONE POINT, THE WARNING LIGHT FOR THE A/C OVERHEATING CAME ON. ALSO, THE BATTERY AND CABLES BECOME EXTREMELY HOT, AND STAY HOT AFTER ENGINE SHUTDOWN FOR SEVERAL HOURS UNTIL THE CABLE IS READJUSTED. I HAVE READ SEVERAL FORUMS LOOKING FOR A SOLUTION, AND HAVE CONCLUDED THE MOST LIKELY SOURCE IS A FAILING POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE. IN THE FORUMS, IT SEEMS THAT THE CABLE WAS REDESIGNED IN 2007, AND HAS AFFECTED ALL VEHICLES THROUGH 2013. THIS POSES A THREAT TO OVERHEATING BATTERY CONNECTIONS WHICH COULD LEAD TO A FIRE, AND THREAT OF A VEHICLE COLLISION. *TR
Mar 31, 2014
FORTY-FIVE DAYS AFTER PURCHASING A USED 2008 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500 4X4, THE 'SERVICE ABS AND STABILITRAK' WARNING LIGHTS APPEARED ON THE DRIVERS INFORMATIONAL SCREEN. FOLLOWING THE MANUFACTURES RECOMMENDATION TO RE-SET THE COMPONENTS DID NOT RESOLVE THE ISSUES. WARNING LIGHTS APPEARED EVERY TIME THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED. VEHICLE WAS RETURNED TO DEALER WHERE THE RIGHT-REAR WHEEL SENSOR WAS FOUND TO BE WET, CORRODED AND BROKEN. DEALER SERVICE ADVISOR (AND) TECHNICIAN STATED THEY 'HAVE SEEN THIS ON MANY OTHER [SAME MAKE AND MODEL] TRUCKS.' DAMAGED SENSOR REPLACED AT MY EXPENSE AND OLD SENSOR RETAINED BY DEALER. *TR
Aug 15, 2010
STRUCTURE,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
2 complaints
MY REAR PASSENGER DOOR DOES NOT LOCK/UNLOCK. HUGE SAFETY HAZARD. THE DOOR CAN BE OPENED WHILE THE VEHICLE IS TRAVELING 70 MPH. THIS IS ALSO A SECURITY ISSUE. I CAN LOCK THE VEHICLE WITH THE KEY FOB ONLY TO LEARN THAT THE REAR DOOR WILL NOT LOCK. IF I LOCK IT MANUALLY, THEN IT WILL NOT OPEN WITH THE KEY FOB. THIS IS A HUGE INCONVENIENCE, I HAVE TO UNLOCK IT MANUALLY. THE DEALER STATED THAT THIS IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM. INTERNET RESEARCH SHOWS THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED TO THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE. THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL!!! *TR
Aug 22, 2013
THE RIGHT REAR DOOR ACTUATOR WENT OUT NOT ALLOWING THE DOOR TO LOCK OR UNLOCK, OTHER THAN MANUALLY. NOT ONLY IS THIS A THEFT ISSUE, BUT A SAFETY ISSUE AS WELL. KIDS WERE ABLE TO OPEN THE DOOR WHILE DRIVING WHICH IS AN APPARENT SAFETY PROBLEM AND AFTER READING NUMEROUS OTHER REPORTS OF THIS SAME PROBLEM OCCURRING, IT IS SOMETHING THAT NEEDS TO BE TAKEN CARE OF/RECALLED. THIS IS APPARENTLY DUE TO A CHEAP MOTOR MADE OUT OF CHINA AND IS A FAIRLY EASY ISSUE TO RESOLVE. *TR
Mar 05, 2012
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS,VISIBILITY/WIPER
1 complaint
The passenger airbag randomly just blew up and destroyed my windshield are vision was impaired couldn’t see couldn’t hear cuz our ears where ringing and toxic chemicals and particles where flying around in the car from it blowing up. We had a 3 year old in the truck and my bestfriend. Are safety was definitely put at risk we where on the freeway and like I said we couldn’t see anything and windshield was completely shattered and none of us could hear a thing something terrible could have definitely went wrong.
May 15, 2025
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1 complaint
2008 chev. Silverado severe u underside rusting , including factory tow attachments. uncle has 28599 miles , bought new and not driven in inclement weather. Wax coating on frame almost completely worn off. Was told it will not pass NYS inspection next year.
Nov 01, 2024
AIR BAGS,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 complaint
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V050000 (Air Bags); however, the contact was informed that the instrument panel failed to allow access to the odometer and the recall repair was denied. The dealer informed the contact that for the recall repair to be completed, an odometer reading was required. The contact stated that the instrument panel was functioning intermittently. The contact was concerned that the recall repair was not related to the odometer failure and provided the dealer with an approximate mileage; however, the recall remedy was still denied. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 178,002.
Oct 30, 2024
SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
1 complaint
UNKNOWN
Jan 15, 2024
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 complaint
Unknown
Aug 03, 2023
POWER TRAIN,STRUCTURE
1 complaint
The frame has been rusting out bad for many years. My gas tank is about to fall off it is hanging down do to cross member rusting out, and shocks too. Also body is rusting bad do to not putting the right rust inhibitors in the paint and frame.
Apr 26, 2023
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,BACK OVER PREVENTION
1 complaint
On multiple occasions, while driving, my truck suddenly locked/unlocked/locked/unlocked doors, airflow changed from a/c to heat, Stabiltrak disengaged, Parking assist shut off, Traction Control turned off, lights shut off, engine stalled, and was unresponsive.
Apr 27, 2022
FIRERELATED
1 complaint
The contact owned a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, it caught fire from the dashboard. The fire department was able to put out the fire. A fire department report was filed. The vehicle was not towed and remained in the parking space. The insurance company was not made aware of the failure to deem the vehicle totaled. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but the manufacturer disconnected the call. The failure mileage was approximately 260,000.
Dec 27, 2021
AIR BAGS,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
1 complaint
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the check engine and service airbag warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The local dealer was not contacted the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Oct 19, 2021
AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE,ENGINE
1 complaint
Air bag light is in and I had a lifter failure on my motor. Bed and rockers are rotting out
Jul 17, 2021
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
1 complaint
HI THIS TRUCK HAS BEEN A NIGHTMARE WORST TRUCK I EVER OWNED I HAVE SUNK OVER 5K INTO IT IN REPAIRS THE AIR BAG SERVICE LIGHT WENT ON OVER A YEAR AGO WEN I FIRST GOT THE TRUCK MY GARAGE TOLD ME THERE WERE RECALLS ON IT I TOOK IT TO A DEALER THEY FIXED 1 BUT REFUSED TO FIX THE AIR BAG RECALL LIGHT MY GARAGE TOLD ME ITS UNSAFE AND DEALER SHOULD REPAIR MY GARAGE SED METAL COULD KILL ME AND BAG COULD GO OFF AT ANY TIME I TOOK THE TRUCK TO SPURR CHEVY IN BROCKPORT AND HARTWAY CHEVEY IN MEDINA AS WELL AS CHEVY DEALER IN ROCHESTER AND BATAVIA ALL TOLD ME THERE IS NO FIX AND TO KEEP DRIVING I DID AND THINGS JUST GOT WORSE I KEEP GETTING STRANDED AND THE TRUCK LOOSES POWER BECAUSE THE CONSTANT WARNING SERVICE AIR BAG LIGHT I HAD TO CALL AAA AND GET TOWED A BUNCH AND GET JUMP STARTS I HAVE A 18 MONTH OLD CHILD THIS TRUCK IS NOT SAFE AND THIS IS EFFECTING THE TRUCKS COMPUTER THE COMPLETE MUFFLER FROM ENGINE BACK INCLUDING CONVERTERS WAS REPLACED AT DEALER BY PREVIOUS OWNER PASSED INSPECTION FIRST YEAR I HAD IT NOW IT WILL NOT PASS GET MESSAGES LIKE ECM NOT COMMUNICATION CODES FOR DEALER ETC I TOOK IT TO DEALER IN BROCKPORT THEY RESET COMPUTER CODES WERE CLEAR FOR 2 HOURS BY TIME I GOT TO INSPECTION SHOP ALL CODES WERE BACK THIS THING IS DANGEROUS I SMELL ODD ELECTRIC SMELL BY AIR BAG ALMOST LIKE SOMETHING BURNING AND ANOTHER PROBLEM I HAD THE DAMB WHEEL BERINGS ON BOTH SIDES WENT THE ONE SIDE STARTED MAKING A NOISE I TRIED TO GET HOME TURNED ON TO MY RD AND THE WHOLE FRONT WHEEL BREAK ROTOR AND ALL LUGS CAME OFF WITH BEARING I WENT SKIDDING 400 FEET DOWN THE ROAD THE DAM BEARING IS JUST PRESSED IN WHEN THEY GO THE WHOLE FRONT FALLS OFF YOU CAN NOT STEER I HAVE FIXED EVERYTHING ON THIS TRUCK AND STILL NOT SAFE TO DRIVE NEW BREAKS ROTORS PADS TIRES RIMS FUEL PUMP SENDING UNIT ALL NEW AC ALL NEW EXAHUST EVERYTHING IS NEW BUT THE DAM AIR BAG IS MALFUNCTIONING I AND
Dec 30, 2020
AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1 complaint
DASH BOARD CRACKS EVERYWHERE! I BEEN USING SUN REFLECTOR SINC A BOUGHT THE TRUCK BUT CRACKS STILL COMING OUT CHEAP MATERIAL!!!
Nov 10, 2020
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS,ENGINE
1 complaint
A BATTERY ICON COMES ON MY DASH WITH A MESSAGE ABOUT THE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM NEEDS TO BE SERVICED. IT DOES NOT MATTER IF THE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY OR DRIVING THIS COMES ON FOR LONG ENOUGH TO READ THEN GOES OFF. THE TIRES PRESSURE SENSOR IS GIVING A MESSAGES AS WELL ABOUT NEEDING SERVICING. THE DRIVER'S SEATBELT LATCH HAS STOPPED ALLOWING THE CLIP TO ENTER I WAS PARKED AT THE TIME THIS HAPPENED. I HAVE SINCE THEN TRIED TO SPRAY WHITE LITHIUM TO GET IT MOVING SINCE I DID NOT HAVE WD40.THERE WAS NO SUCCESS. I STILL HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO GET THE AIRBAG RECALL FIXED.
Nov 07, 2020
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
1 complaint
MY ABS LIGHT CAME ON AND MY BREAK LIGHT CAME ON ALSO..
Feb 25, 2020
AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1 complaint
TAKATA RECALL DASH IS COMING APART ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. THE AIRBAG LIGHT STAYS ON BECAUSE THE DASH IS CRACKED WHERE THE AIRBAG IS LOCATED. THIS IS ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. FEAR FOR SAFETY. WE BELIEVE IT IS UNSAFE. IT APPEARS DEFECTIVE. CHEVROLET REFUSES TO FIX.
Feb 26, 2019
EQUIPMENT,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A MOLD ODOR CAME OUT OF THE AIR CONDITIONING UNIT. THE ODOR CAUSED THE PASSENGERS TO COUGH AND THEIR EYES TO BURN. MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS NOT REQUIRED. THE DEALER (PRESTON HOOD CHEVROLET, 212 HOLLYWOOD BLVD SW, FORT WALTON BEACH, FL 32548) STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN TSB: 99-01-39-004I. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 110,647.
Aug 29, 2018
AIR BAGS,WHEELS
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A CRACK ON THE FRONT CORNER OF THE AIR BAG COMPARTMENT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. ADDITIONALLY, THE TIRE SENSOR WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V381000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER PROVIDED REFERENCE NUMBER: 8-4149129848 AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE AIR BAG FAILURE WAS UNDER INVESTIGATION. ADDITIONALLY, THE CONTACT WAS REFERRED TO THE LOCAL DEALER. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 38,280. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
May 10, 2018
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY AND WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE FUEL SENDING UNIT MALFUNCTIONED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING BECAUSE THE FUEL SENDING UNIT SENT AN INCORRECT SIGNAL TO THE FUEL TANK, THUS SIGNALING TO THE ENGINE THAT THERE WAS NO FUEL IN THE VEHICLE. DON HALL CHEVROLET INC IN ASHLAND, KENTUCKY WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL SENDING UNIT WAS FAULTY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 80,000.
Mar 15, 2018
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
1 complaint
RAPID TEMPORARY LOSS OF ENGINE POWER, DOORLOCKS CYCLING REPEATEDLY, GUAGES MALFUNCTIONING, RADIO SHUTS OFF AND TURNS BACK ON WITH NO PRESET STATIONS AND SHOWING 12:00 ON THE CLOCK ,CRUISE CONTROL DISENGAGES. ONCE VEHICLE IS SHUT OFF, NO GUAGES NOR LIGHTS WORK...AS IF THERE WASN'T ANY BATTERY IN THE VEHICLE. VEHICLE WON'T START UNTIL DOME LIGHT IS RESTORED ON VIA JUMPSTARTING. CLEANING BATTERY CONNECTIONS AND NUMEROUS GROUND WIRE CONNECTIONS GIVES SHORT-LIVED RELIEF FROM SYMTOMS BUT PROBLEMS ULTIMATELY RETURN. CHEVY DEALERSHIP DIAGNOSIS SHOWS THAT GROUND WIRES HAVE HIGH RESISTANCE. ONLINE RESEARCH SHOWS THAT TENS OF THOUSANDS OF OTHER CHEVY OWNERS ARE HAVING SIMILAR TO EXACT SAME PROBLEMS, YET NO RECALL HAS BEEN ISSUED. PROBLEM WAS "FIXED" LAST YEAR AND HAS RETURNED YET AGAIN.
Feb 11, 2018
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
1 complaint
TAKATA AIRBAG DEFECT... DEFECTIVE IGNITION SWITCH LOCKS KEY IN IGNITION
Nov 02, 2017
VISIBILITY,AIR BAGS
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT USED THE KEY FOB TO START THE VEHICLE WHEN, ALL OF A SUDDEN, THE AIR BAGS INADVERTENTLY DEPLOYED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND A COMPLAINT WAS FILED. THE MANUFACTURER HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO RICK HENDRICKS CHEVROLET OF BUFORD (4490 S LEE ST, BUFORD, GA 30518 (678) 394-3117) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT WATER DAMAGED THE MODULES AND THE DRAIN TUBES ON THE SUN ROOF WERE CLOGGED, WHICH CAUSED THAT CURTAIN AIR BAGS TO DEPLOY. THE DEALER STATED THAT ALL FOUR CURTAIN AIR BAGS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 174,131.
Sep 05, 2017
AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER
1 complaint
CRACKED CHEVROLET DASH FLAPS WHEN WINDOWS ROLLED DOWN CREATING VISIBLE DISTRACTION VERY SIMILAR TO ATTACHED PICTURE CHEVROLET KNOWS THIS IS AN ONGOING ISSUE FOR THEIR 2007-2014 MODELS AND APPARENTLY WON'T DO ANYTHING UNLESS COMPELLED TO BY A REGULATORY BODY. IF I GET INTO AN ACCIDENT I WILL MAKE SURE TO ADVISE OF WHAT CAUSED THE DISTRACTION. THIS IS NOT ONLY AN EYESORE BUT IT IS ALSO INCREDIBLY DANGEROUS. WHO MAKES NEW VEHICLES WITH ALL THE EMISSIONS STANDARDS AND THEN SKIMPS ON THE DASH? THIS IS SUCH A PROBLEM THERE IS A FACEBOOK GROUP WITH 6,825 MEMBERS AND YOU CAN DO FIND IT BY SEARCHING. "07-14 GM CRACKED DASH SAFETY HAZARD FOR ALL TRUCKS"
Sep 05, 2017
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 complaint
WHEN DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS AND MAKING TURN VEG STEERING MAKES LOUD SOUND AND STEERING WHEEL MAKES VIBRATING SOUND AND LOCKS TEMPORARILY. A CODE TURNED ON THAT READS STABILIZER TRACKABILITY IT STAYED ON FROM THAT TIME UNTIL NOW.
Aug 06, 2017
POWER TRAIN,AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES INDEPENDENTLY APPLIED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING OPERATED AT LOW SPEEDS. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSFER CASE WAS DEFECTIVE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 68,825.
May 23, 2017
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
1 complaint
MY MODULE FUEL PUMP FLOW CONTROL PART# 20759945 IS NOT WORKING AND FOR SOME REASON IT IS RECALLED FOR SOME VINS FOR 2008 BUT NOT MINE. IF IT IS THE SAME PART AND SAME PROBLEM WHY IS NOT RECALLED FOR ALL? CHEVY HAS A TSB #14515B BUT COMPANY WILL ONLY SAY ENGINEERS DECIDE WHO GETS THE RECALL. *TR
Nov 30, 2016
SUSPENSION,AIR BAGS
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 TO 35 MPH, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE FELT AS IF IT HAD LOCKED UP AND FAILED TO MOVE. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A FENCE. THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THE CONTACT WAS DIAGNOSED WITH A PINCHED NERVE AND A TORN ROTATOR CUFF. MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS RECEIVED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A BODY SHOP. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 110,000.
Sep 07, 2016
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
1 complaint
DOOR LOCKS STICK WHEN HOT OUTSIDE AND BREAK LIGHTS WON'T GO OFF.. I HAVE BEEN PULLED OVER BY POLICE AND GIVEN A WARNING TO GET LIGHTS FIXED.. I TOOK IT TO A REPAIR SHOP THEY THINK IT COULD BE THE WIRING HARNESS OR DON'T KNOW WHAT IS CAUSING IT.. BUT IT'S DANGEROUS TO DRIVE
Aug 25, 2016
AIR BAGS,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1 complaint
2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO RECALL NOTICE 16V-381 REPLACEMENT PARTS AND STATES DEALERSHIP FOUND BAD CONNECTION IN AIRBAG WIRING LOCATED BEHIND SEAT. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON JUNE 13, 2012. ALSO, THE CRUISE CONTROL AND PASSENGER DOOR LOCK DID NOT WORK. *JB
Aug 16, 2016
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
1 complaint
THE ENGINE DIED WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 30 MPH. POWER STEERING AND BRAKES WERE LOST MAKING THE VEHICLE VERY DIFFICULT TO CONTROL. I MANAGED TO STOP THE VEHICLE SAFELY AND HAD IT TOWED TO A CHEVROLET DEALERSHIP. THE CAUSE OF THE ENGINE DIE OUT WAS FOUND TO BE AN INTERNAL FAULT IN THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE.
Jun 15, 2016
SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
1 complaint
FIRST INCIDENT WITH THE ENGINE OCCURRED LESS THAN 3 MONTHS AFTER PURCHASE. AT ROUGHLY 88K MILES I NOTICED A SKIP IN POWER/TORQUE ESPECIALLY WHEN GOING UPHILL AT A CONSTANT SPEED, A LIGHT LOSS OF POWER WAS NOTICED VERY BRIEFLY AS IF ONE CYLINDER WAS MISSING. LESS THAN 100 MILES LATER THE "SERVICE STABILITRAK" AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS CAME ON. I HAD THE ENGINE CODE READ AND CYLINDER 7 WAS MISFIRING. TOOK IT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP WITH 3 DAYS LEFT ON MY POWERTRAIN WARRANTY (THANK GOD RIGHT?), WRONG. FOR WHATEVER REASON AN ENGINE MALFUNCTION WAS NOT COVERED UNDER A POWERTRAIN WARRANTY. BUT THE LEAKING AND FAILING BRAKE SYSTEM WAS COVERED. ADVISED BY THE DEALERSHIP THE LIFTERS HAD FAILED WHICH COSTED ME A GRAND TO FIX LESS THAN 3 MONTHS AFTER PURCHASE. EXACTLY ONE YEAR AND ROUGHLY 20K MILES LATER THE TRUCK DEVELOPED A LOUD TICK RIGHT AFTER STARTUP. ITS NOW IDLING VERY ROUGH, RPM GAUGE DOES NOT STAY CONSISTENT AT IDLE AND AT ONE POINT DROPPED ALMOST TO 0, TRUCK ALMOST SHUT OFF AND THEN JUMPED BACK UP. AFTER SPEAKING WITH AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC ABOUT IT HE PROPOSED IT WAS THE CAM FROM HIS PERSONAL EXPERIENCE. IT SEEMS THE INCORRECT MATERIAL WAS USED ON SOME OF THE CAMS CONSTRUCTION ("SOFTER METAL"). THIS MECHANIC TOLD ME IT CAN PUT AN INDENTION IN THE CYLINDER WALL AND CAUSE THE VALVES TO MALFUNCTION, IN TURN CAUSING THE LIFTERS TO FAIL. SO IF THIS IS TRUE WHY HAS THERE NOT BEEN A RECALL FOR THIS PART? EVERYONE MAKES MISTAKES INCLUDING BIG COMPANIES, THEY'D BE A LOT MORE RESPECTABLE IF THEY CORRECTED THEIR MISTAKES. SO NOW MY OPTIONS ARE TO SPEND ALL THE MONEY I SAVED FOR COLLEGE, FIX MY TRUCK FOR $4,000 AND NOT GO TO SCHOOL THIS YEAR OR TRADE IT IN AND GET A FORD.
May 31, 2016
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
1 complaint
WHILE DRIVING AT SPEED DOOR LOCKS WILL ACTUATE BACK AND FORTH WITH ALL DASH LIGHTS FLASHING. EVENTUALLY CAR LOSES ALL POWER, ENGINE DIES, AND HAVE TO PULP TO SIDE OF INTERSTATE WITHOUT POWER BRAKES OR PROPULSION. I WAS PERSONALLY ALMOST REAR ENDED BY A SEMI AT APPROX 60 MPH. FURTHERMORE, IT IS KNOW THAT ALL DOOR PANELS IN THIS VEHICLE RETAIN MOISTURE. THIS HAS KILLED ALL SPEAKERS AND I GUESS IT COULD BE A POTENTIAL CAUSE OF THE AFORE MENTIONED PROBLEM.
Feb 24, 2016
SEAT BELTS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1 complaint
THE DASH ON MY 2008 SILVERADO IS CRACKED. THE CRACK IS LOCATED AT THE AIRBAG ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. THE CRACK IS LOCATED AT THE TOP LEFT SIDE OF THE AIRBAG OPENING. I AM AFRAID THAT IF THE AIRBAG IS DEPLOYED THE CRACKED DASH WILL BECOME SHRAPNEL AND KILL, OR SERIOUSLY INJURE PEOPLE IN THE CAB OF THE TRUCK.
Feb 10, 2016
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1 complaint
WITH TRUCK STATIONARY, I HAVE INSPECTED AND OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING. DASH HAS CRACKED THROUGH MULTIPLE LOCATIONS TO INCLUDE AREAS FOR STORED AIRBAGS. RATTLING SOUND IS COMING FROM INSECURE DASH. RADIO AND SPEAKERS FUNCTION INTERMITTENTLY AND OTHER TIMES WITH STATIC. REPLACED SPEAKERS IN DOORS AND THAT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. DRIVERS SEAT BELT DID NOT CONNECT TO RECEIVER END. REPLACED PART ORDERED FROM GM PARTS WEBSITE. A CONSTANT WATER LEAK COMES FROM UNDERNEATH DASH ALONG FIREWALL INTO DRIVERS SIDE FLOORBOARDS. WATER SOAKED CARPET AND INSULATION HAS WICKED TO REAR FLOOR AREAS. NO ONE HAS FOUND THE WATER SOURCE, BUT IT HAS RUSTED DRIVER SIDE DOOR PANEL SCREWS AND RUINED CARPET. WATER APPEARS TO BE WORSE WHEN USING HVACC OR DEFROSTER. REPLACED FUEL VENT VALVE SOLENOID UNDERNEATH TRUCK, NEAR REFUEL CAP/DOOR, THREE TIMES DUE TO CHECK ENG LIGHT.
Jan 20, 2016
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL BUT IT WAS DIFFICULT TO DEPRESS. IN ADDITION, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO FULLY ACCELERATE HOWEVER, IT MOVED SLOWLY AND THEN STALLED. THE CONTACT ALSO NOTICED A BURNING ODOR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT BOTH FRONT CALIPERS, THE CORES, THE ROTORS AND THE PADS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE SYSTEM NEEDED TO BE FLUSHED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN AGAIN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE MASTER CYLINDER, BOTH REAR BRAKE HOSES, THE WHEEL CYLINDER, THE FRONT CYLINDER, THE BRAKE MONITOR VALVE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 53,387. UPDATED 02/10/16*LJ *CN
Dec 28, 2015
VISIBILITY,ENGINE
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, A SUDDEN BANGING AND RATTLING NOISE WAS PRESENT COMING FROM THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF AND TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT A PISTON IN THE ENGINE HAD BLOWN. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CONTACT ALSO INDICATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT WINDOW MODULE MALFUNCTIONED AND THE WINDOW COULD NOT BE OPENED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 74,000.
Nov 23, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
1 complaint
AFTER HAVING DRIVEN VEHICLE A SHORT DISTANCE FOR AN APPOINTMENT, TRUCK WOULD NOT START AN HOUR LATER; HOWEVER, LIGHTS CAME ON DASH. I WAITED 10 SECONDS AND TRIED IT AGAIN, AND IT STARTED NO PROBLEM. THEN NO PROBLEM STARTING THE NEXT TIME BUT DRIVING AROUND TOWN THE RADIO START SHUTTING OFF FOR ABOUT 3 SECONDS BEFORE COMING BACK ON. THIS HAPPENED A FEW TIMES, THEN AS I AM DRIVING, THE ENTIRE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM STARTS GOING HAYWIRE, LIGHTS FLASHING ON DASH WITH WARNING LIGHTS & MESSAGES GOING OFF ON DASH, THEN EVERYTHING BUT THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF (DASH LIGHTS, GAUGES, RADIO AND A/C), AFTER ABOUT 5 SECONDS EVERYTHING COMES BACK ON. I IMMEDIATELY DRIVE TO MY MECHANIC WHO HOOKED UP THE COMPUTER TO MY TRUCK AND SAID IT WAS MY IGNITION SWITCH. HE SAID HE COULD NOT GET ME IN THAT DAY AND ASKED ME TO BRING IT BACK THE NEXT DAY. SO THE REST OF THAT DAY I DID NOT HAVE ANY FURTHER PROBLEMS WITH IT. THE NEXT DAY I TOOK IT TO MY MECHANIC AND GOT THE IGNITION SWITCH REPLACED. WHILE THE MECHANIC HAD MY TRUCK FOR SEVERAL HOURS UNTIL I COULD GO BACK TO PICK IT UP, HE SAID HE STARTED IT MANY TIMES AND IT APPEARED TO BE FIXED. SO I LEAVE THE MECHANIC SHOP AND GO BACK TO WORK, THEN GET OFF WORK 2-3 HOURS LATER AND MY TRUCK WILL NOT START. AFTER ATTEMPING IT 3 TIMES, IT STARTED. I DRIVE HOME WHICH IS 10 MINUTES AWAY AND TURN THE TRUCK OFF AND BACK ON. ONLY WHEN I ATTEMPT TO TURN THE TRUCK ON, IT WILL NOT START. THIS TIME NOTHING HAPPENS...NO CLICKING SOUND OR ANY ATTEMPTS OF THE ENGINE WANTING TO START....NO LIGHTS ON THE DASH LIKE BEFORE. IT WAS 2 HOURS LATER BEFORE I WAS ABLE TO GET JUST LIGHTS TO COME ON THE DASH, THEN ANOTHER 30 MINUTES WENT BY BEFORE I WAS ABLE TO GET MY TRUCK TO START. THIS IS DAY 3 OF DEALING WITH IT AND I DROVE IT TO WORK AND BACK HOME WITH NO PROBLEMS. I CALLED MECHANIC WHO SAID SOUNDS LIKE A GROUNDING PROBLEM. I SAID SOUNDS LIKE COMPUTER SYSTEM.
Jul 29, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
1 complaint
I WAS ENTERING I-75 INTERSTATE RAMP AND MOVING ALONG WITH TRAFFIC AND ABOUT 70 MPH, THE DOOR LOCKS STARTED GOING UP AND DOWN ON THERE OWN, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER NEEDLES STARTED SPORADICALLY GOING UP AND DOWN THEN THEY SHOW NO SIGNS OF ANYTHING, THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON ALONG WITH THE CHIME SOUND, THE STABILITY CONTROL LIGHT CAME ON, THE TRUCK LOST A LITTLE BIT OF POWER WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE, I DID SMELL A BURNT WIRE ODOR. I HAVE REPLACED THE BATTERY AND ALTERNATOR AND STILL THE PROBLEM EXISTS. THIS HAS HAPPEN TWICE BEFORE THIS INCIDENT. THE STABILITY CONTROL LIGHT CAME ON AND THE TRUCK RAN REALLY ROUGH. I TOOK IT TO MY LOCAL CHEVROLET DEALERSHIP AND THEY TOLD ME THAT THE NUMBER 8 CYLINDER HAD OIL LEAKING INTO IT WHICH I SEE NO SIGNS OF BLUE SMOKE COMING OUT OF THE TAILPIPE AND HAVE BEEN DRIVING IT FOR 5 MONTHS NOW WITH NO PROBLEMS EXCEPT WHAT IS GOING ON NOW WITH THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. I HAVE BEEN RESEARCHING THE ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS WITH THIS YEAR TRUCK AND IT SEEMS TO BE A WIDE SPREAD MANUFACTURE PROBLEM. I HAVE ALSO SEEN PICTURES OF THE SAME YEAR TRUCK WITH THE SAME PROBLEMS THAT ARE DESCRIBED ABOVE AND THIS LADIES TRUCK BURNED FROM THE DASHBOARD ALL THE WAY TO THE FRONT SEATS. A TOTAL LOSS. GENERAL MOTORS NEEDS TO ADDRESS THIS PROBLEM IMMEDIATELY BEFORE SOMEONE DIES. RECALL RECALL RECALL!!! ....UPDATED 11/13/15 *BF UPDATED 1/4/2016*JS
Jul 24, 2015
AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
1 complaint
TO DATE I ONLY HAVE 60KMI. ON MY 2008 SILVERADO. ITS IMMACULETLY MAINTAINED. SO FAR BOTH AIRBAG SENSORS HAVE GONE BAD AND I'VE LOST CRUISE CONTROLL. IVE ALSO LOST THE DRIVER SIDE SPEAKER FUNCTIONALITY.
Jun 03, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 complaint
I HAVE BOUGHT VEHICLES SINCE I WAS 17 YEARS OLD. I HAVE NEVER HAD THE WHOLE LEFT SIDE ELECTRONICS GO BAD LIKE IN MY 2008 SILVERADO, LTZ. THE WINDOWS WOULD NOT GO UP OR DOWN. EITHER SIDE. MY MIRRORS WOULD NOT COME IN. EXTENDED CAB WINDOWS WOULD NOT WORK . I REPLACED LEFT DOOR ELECTRONICS PANEL, CHEV. DEALER MECHANIC TRIED TO SYNCRONIZE WITH VEHICLE COMPUTER ($130.00) FOUND BROKEN WIRES IN HARNESS. MECHANIC TRIED TO FIX THE PROBLEM AND SHUT DRIVERS DOOR. OPENED DOOR AND THE WIRES HAD BROKEN AGAIN PLUS IT SHORTED OUT A FUSE PANEL.A NEW HARNESS AND PANEL WAS ORDERED. A WEEK LATER THE NEW ITEMS WERE INSTALLED ( $606.89). THE MECHANIC THEN SAID THAT THE LEFT REAR DOOR WAS SHORTING OUT AND IT NEEDED A NEW HARNESS ($500.99). I WAITED ANOTHER WEEK AND THIS HARNESS WAS INSTALLED ON 2-13-15. IF I HAD BEEN IN A WRECK AND THE DOORS COULD NOT BE OPENED AND I COULD NOT GET MY WINDOWS DOWN I COULD HAVE BURNT UP OR THE FIRST RESPONDERS WOULD HAVE HAD TO CUT ME OUT OF MY TRUCK. THIS HAPPENED TO ME IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT WITH MY WHOLE LEFT SIDE ELECTRONICS GOING DEAD. A FRIEND OF MINE ALSO BOUGHT A 2008 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN AND HAS ALSO HAD TO REPLACE THE LEFT SIDE ELECTRONICS IN HIS DRIVERS DOOR. ([XXX], OWNER OF BODY SHOP) HE ADVISED THAT HE HAD HEARD OF MANY OTHERS WITH THE SAME PROBLEMS. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
Feb 15, 2015
AIR BAGS,EQUIPMENT
1 complaint
2008 CHEVY SILVERADO 4X4 WT. DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY DURING CRASH. VEHICLE IMPACT WAS ON THE FRONT. A FATALITY OCCURRED DURING THIS CRASH. (PASSENGER IN OTHER VEHICLE) POINT OF IMPACT WAS FRONT OF SILVERADO INTO PASSENGER SIDE OF OTHER VEHICLE. *TR
Jan 23, 2015
SUSPENSION,WHEELS
1 complaint
I ORDERED A MEVOTECH CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY FROM AN ONLINE DEALER 6 MONTHS AGO. THE BALL JOINT FAILED AND SHEARED IN HALF CAUSING A GOOD AMOUNT OF DAMAGE TO MY VEHICLE. I WORKED WITH THE DEALER I BOUGHT THE PART FROM AND THEY ARE NOT COVERING THE COSTS FOR THE DAMAGE CAUSED DUE TO THE FAILING PART. NOW THE COMPANY WHO MADE THE PART IS ALSO SAYING THEY WILL NOT PAY FOR THE DAMAGES. MY WHOLE TRUCK CAME SLAMMING DOWN ON THE TIRE AND DAMAGED WHEEL WELL COMPONENTS (FENDER LINER), THE FENDER FLARE, AND GASHED MY TIRE AND RIM. I HAD TO HAVE THE TRUCK TOWED HOME BECAUSE IT WAS INOPERABLE. *TR
Dec 12, 2014
STEERING,AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE
1 complaint
PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT I STARTED TO ACCELERATE, TO GET INTO TRAFFIC I HEARD A HORN AND LOOKED OVER, ONLY TO RUN STRAIGHT INTO A LIGHT POLE. IT WAS A PRETTY STRONG IMPACT. MY AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY AND MY FACE AND HEAD HIT THE STEERING WHEEL. *TR
Dec 08, 2014
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
1 complaint
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE BRAKES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14E036000 (SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DRUM:SHOES/LININGS). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
Nov 13, 2014
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
1 complaint
I BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE USED WITH ABOUT 66,000 MILES ON THE ODOMETER. SHORTLY THEREAFTER, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, AND I FOUND AN EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS CODE STORED. I CLEARED THE CODE AND WENT ABOUT MY BUSINESS. NOT LONG AFTER, I WENT TO FILL THE TRUCK WITH FUEL AND GASOLINE SPILLED OUT FROM THE TOP OF THE GAS TANK WITHOUT COMING UP THE FILLING NECK. WHEN I GOT AROUND TO TAKING THE TANK OFF THE TRUNK TO LOOK FOR THE CAUSE OF THE ISSUE, I FOUND THAT THE TOP PLATE OF THE FUEL SENDING UNIT HAD RUSTED THROUGH AND LEFT AN APPROXIMATE 1" X 1/2" HOLE WHERE FUEL AND VAPOR WAS ABLE TO ESCAPE. AS FAR AS I KNOW, THIS WAS THE ORIGINAL SENDING UNIT FOR THE VEHICLE. I AM REPLACING THE UNIT WITH A DELPHI SENDING UNIT WITH A PLASTIC TOP; HOPING THAT THIS WILL PREVENT FUTURE LEAKS OF THIS NATURE. *TR
Oct 26, 2014
TIRES,WHEELS
1 complaint
FIRESTONE TIRE P245/70R17 108S M+ S DESTINATION LE FOR YOUR INFORMATION WHILE DRIVING THE INSIDE LANE OF I-20 HERE IN ALABAMA AUGUST 23, 2014 AT A SPEED OF APPROXIMATELY 65 MILES AN HOUR WHEN MY RIGHT FRONT TIRE BLEW. FORTUNATELY I WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND GET OFF THE INTERSTATE. THE TIRE BLEW OUT JUST BELOW THE THREAD, OUTSIDE WALL. HOLE IS APPROXIMATELY THE SIZES OF A TWENTY FIVE CENT PIECE. I HAD AN EXPERIENCE TIRE PROFESSIONAL LOOK AT THE TIRE; HE SAID THAT THE TIRE WAS DEFECTIVE BECAUSE OF THE WAY IT BLEW. THE OTHER THREE TIRES ON THIS VEHICLE ARE FIRESTONES IDENTICAL TO THIS ONE. I AM WORRIED ABOUT THE SAFETY OF DRIVING THE AUTO WITH THESE TIRES? THE TIRE IS ON A 2008 CHEVY SILVERADO PICKUP THAT IS DRIVEN FOR PLEASURE. (NOT A WORK TRUCK) LESS THAT 10,000 MILES A YEAR. ALL FOUR ORIGINAL TIRES WERE REPLACED WITH FIRESTONES P245/70R17 108S. I WOULD ESTIMATE THESE TIRES TO HAVE LESS THAN 20,000 MILES ON THEM. *TR
Aug 24, 2014
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES
1 complaint
WITHIN TWO MONTHS OF PURCHASING MY BRAND NEW SILVERADO, I NOTICED THIS ISSUE AND IT HAS PERSISTED. MY VEHICLE NOW HAS 73,000 MILES ON IT, AND IT HAPPENS EVEN MORE FREQUENTLY. I'VE BROUGH THIS PROBLEM UP TO CHEVY ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS, AND THEY HAVE ALWAYS TOLD ME TO BRING THE VEHICLE WHEN IT'S DOING THIS, BUT WITHIN 30 MINUTES OF OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE WARNING LIGHTS GO OFF. MANY TIMES WHEN I START MY VEHICLE, THE "STABILITRACK", AND "ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM" WARNING LIGHTS COME ON. THERE'S NORMALLY A CLICK/THUD WHEN I START THE VEHICLE, IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWED BY THE WARNING LIGHTS COMING ON. WHEN IT DOES THIS, A LOT OF TIMES THE VEHICLE WON'T EVEN SHIFT INTO GEAR FOR ABOUT FIVE MINUTES. IT'S MY BELIEF THAT WHEN THESE LIGHTS ARE ON, THESE ITEMS AREN'T WORKING. I'VE DRIVEN UP TO 45 MINUTES WITH BOTH LIGHTS BEING ON. THEY WILL USUALLY STAY ON UNTIL I'VE OPERATED THE VEHICLE FOR AT LEAST 30 MINUTES, AND THEN TURN THE VEHICLE OFF. AFTER I'VE DONE SO, AND THEN RESTARTED THE VEHICLE, THE LIGHTS WILL USUALLY GO OFF. THESE ARE BOTH VERY IMPOTANT SAFETY FEATURES. I'VE GONE ON NUMEROUS GM THREADS AND FOUND THAT HUNDREDS OF SILVERADO OWNERS FROM 2007 UP UNTIL TODAY CONTINUE TO HAVE THE ISSUE AND NOBODY EVER DOES ANYTHING ABOUT IT. THE OWNERS WHO DID GET GM TO ACTUALLY TURN A WRENCH IN EFFORTS TO FIX THE PROBLEM ALL SAY IT ULTIMATELY RETURNED. THE VEHICLE NOT GOING INTO GEAR IS SOMETHING THAT RECENTLY STARTED HAPPENING WITH THE PROBLEM. IF I START THE TRUCK AND THE WARNING LIGHTS AREN'T ON, THE VEHICLE OPERATES FINE, HOWEVER, IF I START THE VEHICLE AND THE WARNING LIGHTS ARE ON, IT USUALLY TAKES SEVERAL MINUTES TO GET THE VEHICLE IN GEAR. *TR
Aug 18, 2014
AIR BAGS,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
1 complaint
2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, AIRBAG SENSOR AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WITH OUT ACCIDENT OR INCIDENT. WE CALLED GM AND THEY TOLD US TO TAKE IT TO A DEALER. WE TOOK TO THE DEALER WE BOUGHT THE TRUCK FROM NEW. THEY RAN DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND IT CAME BACK EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SENSOR AND INFLATABLE RESTRAINT FRONT SENSOR WERE BAD. AS A SAFETY/EMISSIONS PROBLEM IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. THEY GAVE US A $600 BILL IN WHICH WE MADE THEM CALL THE GM REPRESENTATIVE. THEY THEN HAD US PAY $250. 2 1/2 YEARS LATER AND AIRBAG SENSOR LIGHT IS BACK ON WITHOUT ACCIDENT. THIS SEEMS TO BE A BIG COMPLAINT WITH THIS YEAR TRUCK. IT SEEMS THAT IF THE SENSOR IS NOT WORKING AND MY FAMILY WERE TO BE IN AN ACCIDENT MY AIRBAGS WOULD NOT DEPLOY AND WE COULD BE HURT OR KILLED IN AN ACCIDENT. PLEASE INVESTIGATE THE AIR BAG SENSORS. *TR
Aug 13, 2014
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,EQUIPMENT
1 complaint
THE FRONT SPEAKERS AND ONE OF THE EXTENDED CAB DOORS SPEAKERS DO NOT WORK.CAN NOT HEAR THE WARNING CHIME. SOMETIMES WHEN THE TRUCK HAS BEEN DRIVEN FOR AWHILE THE SPEAKERS IN THE DRIVER'S SIDE STARTS TO WORK. AS OF 07/11/14 THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR SPEAKERS DOESN'T WORK UNLESS THE TRUCK HAS BEEN DRIVEN FOR AWHILE.. I'VE CONTACTED GM SEVERAL TIMES ON THIS ISSUE AND GET THE SAME RESPONSE, THEY CAN NOT HELP ME WITHOUT PAYING THEM A FEE.... I TELL THEM WHAT IS HAPPENING AND THEY DON'T CARE. I SENT AN EMAIL TO THEM ON 07/12/14 AND HAVEN'T HEARD FROM THEM YET. I AFRAID THAT THE TRUCK IS GOING CATCH ON FIRE OR SHUT OFF WHILE I'M DRIVING OR WHEN MY WIFE IS DRIVING WITH MY KIDS IN THE TRUCK. *TR
Jul 13, 2014
STRUCTURE,TIRES,WHEELS
1 complaint
I WAS DRIVING ON A STATE HIGHWAY AND EXPERIENCED A BLOWOUT FROM ONE OF MY HANKOOK TIRES MODEL DYNAPRO AS TIRES. SEVERE BODY DAMAGE ALL ALONG THE LEFT SIDE OF MY TRUCK WAS THE RESULT OF THIS ACCIDENT, AS I WAS PULLED INTO A CONCRETE MEDIAN BARRIER. *TR
May 20, 2014
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1 complaint
THE CAB TO OPERATOR COMMUNICATION STARTED SLOWLY DIMINISHING. EVENTUALLY ALL AUDIBLE BEEPS, DINGS AND MUSIC ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE CAB WERE SHUTOFF. THE SPEED CONTROL CRUISE WAS NOT ACTIVATION, BUT THE BUTTON WOULD LIGHT UP. CURRENTLY THE LEFT SIDE OF THE TRUCK, IN THE CAB, IS OUT OF POWER. I AM CONCERNED, DOES THIS AFFECT THE AIR BAG SYSTEM TOO? THE TRUCK DOES A SELF DIAGNOSTICS MONTHLY AND NO ISSUES WERE NOTED, BUT THEY WERE OBVIOUS ISSUES THAT A DIAGNOSTIC SHOULD HAVE PICKED UP A NOTABLE CHANGE. THE LIGHTING ISSUE I EXPERIENCED WERE WITH EACH TAILLIGHT. I WOULD RANDOMLY BLOW TAIL LIGHT BULBS. A CLOSER LOOK SHOWED CORROSION AND OBVIOUS SHORTING, BUT NO FUSE WAS FAULTED. BULB WAS BURNED AT THE CONNECTORS. FURTHER REVIEW IT WAS NOTICED THAT EACH TAIL LIGHT HAD WATER IN THE BOTTOM. TRAVELING CAUSED THE WATER TO SHORT OUT AND DAMAGE THE BULB, LEAVING ME WITH NO REAR LIGHTING RANDOMLY. I HAVE SINCE DRILLED HOLES IN THE BOTTOM OF EACH TAIL LIGHT AS THERE IS NOT WAY TO REMOVE THE MOISTURE. I HAVE ALSO INSPECTED THE BULB SEALS AND FIND THEY ARE FIRMLY PRESSING ON TO THE SEALING SURFACES, WHICH ARE CLEAN AND FREE FROM ROAD DUST AND GRIME...PLUS THEY ARE HIDDEN INSIDE THE BODY OF THE TRUCK. IN SUMMARY, I WOULD LIKE TO RECEIVE SOME LEVEL OF DETAIL REGARDING THE ELECTRICAL ISSUE, FOCUSING ON HOW IT CAN BE REPAIRED. REGARDING THE LIGHTING, THIS IS CONCERNING AND SHOULD BE A CONSIDERATION FOR RISK ASSESSMENT DURING DESIGN. *JS
Apr 14, 2014
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES
1 complaint
THE VEHICLE HAS A TRAILER BRAKE ISSUE, THE TRAILER BRAKE INTERMITTENTLY GIVES YOU A MESSAGE SAYING SERVICE TRAILER BRAKE AND YOU LOOSE BRAKE SYSTEM CONNECTION AND THE TRAILER BRAKES DO NOT WORK, GM HAS BEEN AWARE OF THE ISSUE SINCE 2007 BUT CANNOT AND WILL NOT FIX THE ISSUE, THEY USE TEMPORARY FIXES THAT LAST 5-12 MONTHS AND THEN WHEN YOU ARE OUT OF WARRANTY THEY WILL KEEP CHARGING YOU AND DO NOT FIX THE ISSUE, THE TRAILER BRAKE MESSAGE COMES UP EVEN WHEN THERE IS NO TRAILER CONNECTED, GM CLAIMS IT A SHORT, MODULE, YOUR EQUIPMENT, WATER, THE PLUG, THERE ENGINEERS DON'T EVEN KNOW HOW TO FIX IT, I HAVE TRIED ALL RESOURCES AND STILL HAVE THE SAME ISSUE. I PERSONALLY HAVE SPENT OVER 5000.00 AND STILL HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM SOME ONE NEEDS TO ADDRESS GM ABOUT THIS BEFORE SOMEONE GET SERIOUSLY INJURED OR THERE IS A MAJOR CRASH BECAUSE YOU LOOSE THE BRAKE AND CANNOT STOP THE VEHICLE BECAUSE THE TRAILER BRAKES DON'T WORK DUE TO THE MANUFACTURES DEFECT IN THERE WIRE HARNESS OR TRAILER BRAKE SYSTEM. *TR
Apr 08, 2014
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
1 complaint
WHILE DRIVING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY, I SUDDENLY LOST BOTH POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES. I WAS ABLE TO GET BACK INTO MY DRIVEWAY, BUT WITH CONSIDERABLE EFFORT. I CALLED MY MECHANIC AND WAS ADVISED THAT THE POWER STEERING PUMP HAD FAILED, CAUSING THE POWER BRAKES TO FAIL, ALSO. THE POWER STEERING PUMP SHAFT BROKE. I USE THE TRUCK MOSTLY TO TOW A HORSE TRAILER. I SHUDDER TO THINK WHAT MAY HAVE HAPPENED HAD THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON MY WAY TO A CAMP SITE ON A CURVING TWO LANE ROAD. I RESEARCHED THE FAILURE ON LINE AND DISCOVERED IT IS NOT A RARE OCCURRENCE, AND HAS BEEN HAPPENING TO SEVERAL MODEL YEAR CHEVROLET TRUCKS. THIS IS A LOW MILEAGE VEHICLE I PURCHASED NEW. IT HAS NEVER BEEN ABUSED OR MISUSED. *TR
Jan 04, 2014
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
1 complaint
ON MULTIPLE OCCURRENCES, DRIVING AT VARYING SPEEDS, WITHOUT TRACTION CONTROL DISENGAGED, THE PARKING BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROLS WARNING LIGHTS AND SOUNDS ACTIVATED FOR NO APPARENT REASON. THE LCD DIC INDICATED STABILITRAK OFF AND SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM MESSAGES. TRIED ENGAGING AND DISENGAGING BOTH THE PARKING BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROL WITH NO CHANGE. WHEN THE PARKING BRAKE WAS ENGAGED HOWEVER, THE SOUNDER BEGAN SOUNDING AGAIN AND WHEN DISENGAGED IT WOULD SHUT OFF. SERVICE BRAKES, ROTORS AND CALIPERS WERE REPLACED APPROXIMATELY 4000-4500 MILES AGO. FIRST OCCURRENCE WAS ABOUT 1000 MILES AGO. HAS OCCURRED 3 TIMES TOTAL. POSSIBLE BAD ABS SENSOR? *TR
Nov 24, 2013
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
1 complaint
MY TRUCK STAYED PARKED FOR 10 DAYS WHILE ON VACATION. IT WAS RUNNING FINE WHEN I PARKED IT. UPON RETURNING FROM VACATION I TRIED TO START IT AND NOTHING! IT WONT EVEN TRY TO TURN OVER. AFTER HAVING A PRIVATE MECHANIC LOOK AT IT HE SAID THE FUSE BLOCK UNDER THE HOOD HAS A SHORT IN IT. HOW CAN IT SHORT OUT JUST SITTING THERE? THIS COULD BE A FIRE HAZARD & A SAFETY ISSUE!! I HAVE 2 SMALL CHILDREN & IF I WERE DRIVING & IT CAUGHT ON FIRE WE ALL COULD BE INJURED!!!!!! THIS SHOULD OPEN GM'S EYES TO HAVE A RECALL ON THIS VEHICLE. *TR
Oct 15, 2013
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
1 complaint
THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER HAD STRONG SULFUR SMELL AFTER THE FIRST YEAR. I COMPLAINED TO CHEVY DEALER AND WAS TOLD THERE WAS NO PROBLEM. BY YEAR THREE I COMPLAINED FOR THE THIRD TIME AGAIN WAS TOLD NO PROBLEM THE COMPUTER DIDN'T SHOW A CODE. I ASKED THE MECHANIC TO TAKE IT FOR A DRIVE HE RETURNED SAYING THE CAT WAS JUNK IT WAS REPLACED AND I WAS TOLD ONLY TO RUN TOP TIER GAS I DID THAT BUT AFTER ABOUT 8 MONTHS IT SMELLED AGAIN MY TRUCK IS JUST FIVE YEARS OLD AND I NEED ANOTHER CONVERTER, MY POWER LOCKS HAVE EACH BEEN REPLACED THREE TIMES IN SECOND AND THIRD YEAR. NOW I NEED NEW AIRBAG SENSOR AND MY TRUCK HAS NEVER BEEN HIT . *TR
Oct 14, 2013
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE
1 complaint
MY GAUGES ARE GOING HAYWIRE...WHILE I'M RIDING ON THE ROAD...MY TRUCK DONT START SOMETIMES AND ALSO MY ALARM DONT WORK...
Sep 22, 2013
POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
1 complaint
WAS AT A RED LIGHT WHEN VEHICLE CAME TO NO FUNCTION. STABILITRAK / TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT KEPT COMING ON AND OFF FOR MONTHS. TRUCK LOST DRIVING ABILITY AND LIGHTS BECAME COMING ON. LOST BRAKES, TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON ALONG WITH STABILITRAK, AND TRACTION LIGHT. VEHICLE LOST ACCELERATION AND DID NOT HAVE ABILITY OF POWER. SOUNDED LIKE SPARK PLUGS MISS FIRING. BRAKES BECAME DISABLED AND WHERE GRINDING. (NEW BRAKES) HAD TO PUSH MY TRUCK OFF ROAD AS IT HAD NO PRESSURE TO DRIVE. MECHANICS THINK IT IS THE THROTTLE BODY SENSOR. WILL SEE. *TR
Jul 29, 2013
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
1 complaint
I STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS WITH MY 2008 CHEVY SILVERADO EXTEND CAB 4.8L ENGINE LIKE ELECTRICAL,DOORS,AIR BAGS,EQUIPMENT, AND LOT OF THINGS? *TR
May 10, 2012
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 complaint
1 TO 2 MONTHS AFTER PURCHASE THE OIL WAS COMPLETELY OUT ON MY TRUCK. THEY HAVE ATTEMPTED TO FIX THE OIL CONSUMPTION IS 3 TO 4 TIMES. NOW THEY ARE WANTING TO REPLACE THE PISTON THAT THEY HAVE ALREADY ORDERED NOT KNOWING WHAT KIND OF DAMAGE HAS BEEN DONE. *TR
Apr 03, 2012
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1 complaint
CRUISE CONTROL WORKED INTERMITTENTLY. HAD TO REPLACE THE BRAKE SWITCH ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. THIS SWITCH DOES NOT ACTIVATE ON "LIGHT" BRAKE PEDAL PRESSURE. IT IS DESIGNED TO WORK ON FIRM BRAKE PEDAL PRESSURE, WHICH CAN BE HAZARDOUS WHEN USING ELECTRIC TRAILER BRAKES. *TR
Jun 13, 2011
AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
1 complaint
PASSING A VEHICLE ON COUNTY BLACK TOP ROAD,ACCELERATED TO INITIATE PASSING GEAR. ACCELERATOR STUCK ENG RPM AT FULL SPEED. ATTEMPTED TO ALLEVIATE TO NO AVAIL. ATTEMPTED TO SHIFT TO NEUTRAL BUT WENT INTO REVERSE ALSO APPLIED BRAKES. AS A RESULT THERE WERE 420 FT. OF SKID MARKS THEN RIGHT FRONT WHEEL HIT SHOULDER OF ROAD AND VEHICLE WENT END OVER END LANDING IN DITCH ON ITS TOP. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND THERE I WAS NO RECORDED INCIDENCE ON THE DATA RECORDER. THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED BY THE INSURANCE CO. MY CONCERN IS THAT THIS VEHICLE COULD BE REBUILT AND PUT BACK ON THE ROAD AS DRIVABLE VEHICLE SINCE IT HAD ONLY 13,000 MILES ON IT. IF NO CAUSE FOR THE MALFUNCTION CAN BE DETERMINED THERE IS A DISTINCT POSSIBILITY THIS COULD HAPPEN AGAIN WITH POSSIBLE LOSS OF LIFE. UPDATED 06/08/11 *BF *TR UPDATED 10/21/11 *BF UPDATED 1/18/2012 *LN UPDATED 2/8/12 *CN UPDATED 2/29/12 *CN *TR
Apr 21, 2011
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
1 complaint
2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO HAVING ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. DOOR LOCKS CYCLING, A/C NOT WORKING INTERMITTENT, ALT GAUGE FLUCTUATING, FUEL GAUGE FLUCTUATING, ENGINE STALL, ABS & TCS LIGHTS BLINKING. I REPORTED THE PROBLEM TO MY DEALER AND THE KEPT IT FOR A WEEK. THEY ENDED UP REPLACING THE 175 AMP MEGAFUSE AND BATTERY CABLES. I GOT BACK AND HAVE DRIVEN IT FOR A WEEK AND EVERYTHING SEEMS TO BE WORKING PROPERLY EXCEPT THE ALT GAUGE. I INTEND ON CALLING THEM BACK NEXT WEEK SO I CAN DRIVE IT A LITTLE LONGER TO SEE IF ANY OF THE OTHER ISSUES PERSIST.
Nov 26, 2010
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,PARKING BRAKE
1 complaint
BRAKING SYSTEM ON MY 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO VIBRATES HARSHLY AT SPEEDS ABOVE 50 MPH. THE HIGHER THE SPEED, THE MORE THE VIBRATION I FEEL, MAKING IT HARD TO STOP AND MAKING THE VEHICLE FEEL UNSTABLE. THERE IS ALSO A POPPING NOISE THAT HAS BEEN COMING FROM MY REAR BRAKES. THESE ISSUES STARTED AT ABOUT 5-6K MILES AND HAVE CONTINUED TO GET WORSE. I NOW HAVE 24K MILES ON MY TRUCK AND GM HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO FIX THESE ISSUES. *TR
Sep 17, 2010
POWER TRAIN,WHEELS
1 complaint
ONE OF THE REAR WHEELS LOCKS UP INTERMITTENTLY WHEN TURNING A CORNER WHILE ROAD IS WET CAN HAPPEN ON LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE OF VEHICLE. WENT TO DEALERSHIP AND EXPLAINED THAT I HAD THE SAME EXACT PROBLEM WITH MY 2000 CHEVY SILVERADO WHICH COST ME ABOUT $2,000 TO HAVE IT REPAIR THE DEALERSHIP ("LEAHMAN BROTHERS" IN CONCORD CA) THEY DROVE THE TRUCK FOR ABOUT 5 MINUTES AND SAID THEY COULDN'T DUPLICATE THE WHAT IT WAS DOING. AND WOULDN'T GO ANY FURTHER WITH THE INVESTIGATION. *TR
Aug 02, 2010
STEERING,SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
1 complaint
2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. CONSUMER COMPLAINS ABOUT GAS MILEAGE, TRUCK BOUNCING ON HIGHWAY, AND FRONT ROTORS *GR THE DEALER REPLACED THE DRIVER SIDE REAR SHOCKS, RACK AND PINION AND MACHINED THE ROTORS. *JB
Apr 27, 2010
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES,SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
1 complaint
I HAVE HAD TWO PROBLEMS WITH THIS TRUCK - ONE THE DRIVER DOOR LOCKS CLICKER STOPPED WORKING AND I HAD TO HAVE THE CHEVY DEALER REPLACE THE AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKING PART - NOW THE BRAKES ARE A PROBLEM - I HAVE 17,000 MILES ON THIS TRUCK AND THE FRONT ROTORS HAD GROVES IN THEM AND HAD TO BE TURNED - THE PADS HAVE BEEN REPLACED WITH HEAVY DUTY PADS - MY REGULAR TIRE AND BRAKE SHOP IN TOWN SAID THEY WOULD NEVER HAVE PUT THE HEAVY DUTY PADS ON THIS TRUCK. FOUR DAYS AFTER THE FIRST FIX IT STARTED SQUEAKING AND I HAD TO TAKE IT BAKE TO THE DEALER AND HE SAID THEY HAD TO KEEP IT AND CHECK THE BRAKES WERE GETTING HOT, THEY GOT ME A RENTAL CAR FOR FOUR DAYS WHILE THEY TOOK THE BRAKES APART AND PUT THEM BACK TOGETHER AND SAID THEY MUST HAVE PUT THEM TOGETHER THE FIRST TIME WRONG! *TR
Sep 07, 2009
EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
1 complaint
IF I AM GOING DOWN THE ROAD AND PRESS MY BRAKE PEDAL AND THEN LET UP A LITTLE BIT SO THAT I DON'T HAVE AS MUCH PRESSURE ON THE BRAKES THE BRAKE LIGHTS GO OUT. THEY GO OUT BEFORE I AM OFF OF MY BRAKES. SO IF I AM COASTING DOWN A HILL AND APPLY MY BRAKES AND THEN REALIZE THAT I HAVE APPLIED TOO MUCH PRESSURE AND I HAVE TO LET OUT A LITTLE BIT TO CALIBRATE THE PRESSURE CORRECTLY MY BRAKE LIGHTS DO NOT STAY ON, THEY GO OUT BEFORE THE PEDAL IS COMPLETELY RELEASED. I WANT MY BRAKE LIGHTS TO STAY ON UNTIL I LET OFF MY BRAKES COMPLETELY, IT SHOULDN'T MATTER HOW MUCH PRESSURE I HAVE ON MY BRAKES, IF MY BRAKES ARE ON SO SHOULD MY LIGHTS. THE REASON I AM CONCERNED WITH THIS IS BECAUSE I HAD SOMEONE NEARLY RUN INTO THE BACK OF MY CAR. ALSO IF I AM SITTING AT A REDLIGHT AND EASE UP ON THE BRAKE PEDAL BUT STILL AT A FULL STOP, THE BRAKE LIGHTS GO OUT WHILE I AM SITTING THERE, I HAVE TO PRESS MY BRAKE PEDAL ALL THE WAY DOWN TO GET THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO COME ON AND STAY ONE, IF I HAVE ANY PRESSURE ON THE PEDAL THE LIGHTS SHOULD STAY ON. THIS HAS SCARED ME PLENTY OF TIMES AT NIGHT BECAUSE I WILL BE STOPPED AND THE PERSON BEHIND ME HAS TO SLAM ON THEIR BRAKES TO KEEP FROM HITTING ME. I BELIEVE THIS IS A DESIGN FLAW IN THE BRAKE SYSTEM WITH MY 08 SILVERADO. I HAVE BEEN TO THE DEALER TO GET THIS FIXED AS A WARRANTY ISSUE BUT THEY SAY "FAILURE TO REPLICATE PROBLEM." SO THAT IS WHY I AM FILLING OUT THE COMPLAINT. *TR
Jun 10, 2009
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 complaint
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHENEVER THE IGNITION WAS STARTED, A SULFURIC EGG ODOR EXPELLED THROUGHOUT THE AIR VENTS. IN ADDITION, THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER EXPERIENCED NAUSEA AND VOMITING DUE TO BEING EXPOSED TO THE ODOR. THEY ARE IN THE PROCESS OF BEING TESTED FOR THE SYMPTOMS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR INSPECTION, BUT THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE AUTHORIZED DEALER ON FIFTEEN SEPARATE OCCASIONS FOR THE IDENTICAL FAILURE, BUT THERE WERE NO RESOLUTIONS. THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER WAS REPLACED AND THE FAILURE CONTINUED. THE AUTHORIZED DEALER STATED THAT THERE WERE NO OTHER ALTERNATIVES TO CORRECT THE FAILURE. THE TECHNICIAN SUGGESTED THAT THE HIGH OX-FUEL MAY HAVE CAUSED THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 10 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 5,033. UPDATED 4/16/09 *CNN THE GAUGES WERE ACTING ERRATIC. THE DOOR LOCK MECHANISM RATTLED, THE RIGHT AND LEFT BLINKERS DIDN'T WORK. UPDATED 04/21/09.*JB
Mar 27, 2009
SEATS
1 complaint
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 50-60 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS, THE CONTACT WAS SMOKING A CIGAR AND DISPOSED THE ASHES OUT OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW. SUDDENLY, HE SMELLED A BURNING ODOR. HE OBSERVED THAT THE HOT ASHES HAD FALLEN ONTO THE BOTTOM CUSHION OF THE DRIVER'S SEAT. THE FOAM SEAT CUSHIONING BEGAN TO SMOLDER, BUT NO FLAMES APPEARED. IMMEDIATELY, THE SEAT CUSHION WAS EXTINGUISHED WITH LIQUID. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, BUT THEY COULD NOT ASSIST WITH THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE HAZARDS OF THE SEAT CUSHION NOT BEING FLAME AND SMOLDERED-RESISTANT. THE SOILED SEAT CUSHION HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 9,000 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 11,300.
Mar 12, 2009
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 complaint
INTERMEDIATE FLICKERING/DIMMING OF INTERIOR/EXTERIOR LIGHTS- 3 TIMES RADIO STATIONS LOST PRE-SET-TWICE BATTERY DEAD-NO CRANK -2 POSSIBLE FUEL PUMP ISSUES-ON GOING POSSIBLE LIFTER NOISE/KNOCK WHEN STARTS-INTERMITTENT-ON GOING I HAVE TAKEN TRUCK TO 2 DEALERSHIPS, COMPLAINED TO GM AND BBB. PROBLEMS STILL ON-GOING. POSSIBLY FIX OF THE RADIO PROBLEM WITH A SOFTWARE FIC. ALL OTHER ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS AND ENGINE NOISE STILL AN ISSUE. *TR
Jan 31, 2009
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,TIRES,EQUIPMENT
1 complaint
MY FATHER WAS DRIVING A STOCK DUAL CAB CHEVY 2008 SILVERADO, NOT SURE WHAT THE STOCK TIRES FOR THIS TRUCK IS. WAS BOUGHT IN LUCEDALE, MS AT WALT MASSEY CHEVROLET. HE WAS FORCED OFF THE NORTH SIDE OF ROAD TRAVELING WEST AT APPROX. 60 MPH AND WHEN REENTERING PAVEMENT OR DURING YAWING (STILL UNCERTAIN, BUT PICTURES WERE TAKEN BY INVESTIGATORS), THE RIGHT TIRE DETACHED FROM THE AXLE WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO GO OFF OTHER SIDE OF ROAD AND HIT A LARGE OAK. THE ONSTAR SERVICES, WHICH WERE FUNCTIONING, DID NOT NOTIFY EMS OR FAMILY. THE TRUCK WAS STILL RUNNING WHEN WITNESSES WENT TO ASSIST HIM. THE VEHICLE STARTED SMOKING INSIDE THE TRUCK, WHICH MADE WITNESSES LEAVE SCENE AND THE VEHICLE BLEW UP AND NOTHING WAS LEFT TO IDENTIFY HIM OR THE VEHICLE TO NOTIFY FAMILY OF HIS WHEREABOUTS. *TR
Sep 01, 2008
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The 2008 CHEVROLET Silverado currently has 1068 owner-reported complaints according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.
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