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1GCEK14C78Z••••••2008 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500
This build draws 2.2× more complaints than the average 2008 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500 build (5 vs 2).
5on this build
844on the model
365builds in total
Most reportedAir Bags 3Electrical System 1Suspension 1Structure 1
What owners of this build wrote
SuspensionOct 2024
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
Air BagsJul 2016
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V383000 (air bags) and stated that the part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair. The dealer (crossroads…
Electrical SystemJul 2014
The contact owns a 2008 chevrolet silverado. While the vehicle was parked, the indicators and gauges on the instrument panel failed to illuminate. The failure occurred constantly. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The…
Air BagsMay 2016
Takata recall: we received the recall notice from chevy in 2016 to this date they continue to say they have no resolution. How do they get by with not fixing something that could cost us our life if we are in an accident? Honda fixed our accord as soon as we received the recall.…
Air BagsMay 2015
Takata recall. What's taking so long? Gm claims it's safe to drive but I'm not sure. This is not acceptable
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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 1GCEK14C78Z168316 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.