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2GTEC13J681••••••2008 Gmc SIERRA 1500
This build draws 3.6× more complaints than the average 2008 Gmc SIERRA 1500 build (6 vs 2).
6on this build
343on the model
203builds in total
Most reportedAir Bags 5
What owners of this build wrote
Air BagsJun 2018
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 gmc sierra 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V383000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The dealer (thompson buick gmc cadillac, 2600 wake forest rd, raleigh, nc 27609,…
Unknown Or OtherJan 2016
Gm knows there is an issue with the cracked dashboards on 07-13 gm trucks/suvs, but refuses to voluntary recall. If the vehicle is involved in a crash, there is likelihood the airbag could either not deploy or if it does, it could catch the crack in the dash and either not…
Air BagsJul 2016
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 gmc sierra 1500. The contact stated that NHTSA campaign number: 16V381000 (air bags) had exceeded a reasonable time for repair. The recall notification was received in july of 2016. The manufacturer advised that the parts were not available…
Air BagsMay 2016
Takata recall. The recall came out in may 2016, 18 months ago! Gm and takata are aware that this is a safety issue that could result in death. I want mine fixed now!!
Air BagsJan 2016
Takata recall. It's been over a year since the recall and nothing has been done. How many lives must be lost or persons maimed before someone does something? Gm is stalling, or not moving at all!! Please help!
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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 2GTEC13J681226163 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.