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3GNFK16328G••••••2008 Chevrolet SUBURBAN 1500
This build draws 7.3× more complaints than the average 2008 Chevrolet SUBURBAN 1500 build (13 vs 2).
13on this build
91on the model
51builds in total
Most reportedAir Bags 7Power Train 2Electronic Stability Control (esc) 2Engine And Engine Cooling 1
What owners of this build wrote
Air BagsMay 2022
Took my SUV for an airbag recall and when it was completed my truck AirBag light was left on. My truck did not have that light on when I arrived at the location. Dealer mentioned not knowing what to do about it. I made a complaint and nothing was done by the dealer
Power TrainMar 2021
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would shut off without warning. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic who was unable to diagnose the failure. The contact has had multiple…
StructureJan 2017
Dashboard is cracked in two distinct places and is a safety concern because it is next to the air bags
Electronic Stability Control (esc)Jan 2016
This started as I was driving down interstate at 65 mph. Suddenly my traction control light on dash came on along with blinking check engine light. Also read stabilitrak off and service traction control in readout below. Immediately my truck lost power and decelerated so I…
VisibilityMar 2014
Rear window spontaneously shattered while vehicle was in motion. Rear defrosters were not on at this time but had been on earlier that morning, outside temp was 32 degrees. This is a safety concern due to shattered glass was sent into the rear of the vehicle where children sit
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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 3GNFK16328G309771 · decoded Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.