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1GCEC14X38Z••••••2008 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500
This build draws 3.0× more complaints than the average 2008 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500 build (7 vs 2).
7on this build
844on the model
365builds in total
Most reportedAir Bags 4Service Brakes 1Hydraulic 1Parking Brake 1
What owners of this build wrote
Unknown Or OtherAug 2023
Chevy silverado 2008 pick up1500- extensive frame rust & deterioration, 115,000 miles needs to be repaired. Orignal owner
Air BagsJul 2016
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V381000 (air bags) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for…
Engine And Engine CoolingDec 2015
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…
Service BrakesMar 2009
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…
Air BagsJun 2016
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V383000 (air bags). The part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1GCEC14X38Z329325 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.