CarRecallWatchThe 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 31 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (14 reports).
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 recalls
Passenger airbag inflator may explode, injuring occupants
Some 2007-2008 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 trucks have passenger-side front airbag inflators that were installed as interim replacements in earlier Takata airbag recalls.
Passenger Air Bag May Rupture and Send Metal Fragments at Occupants
Some heavy-duty pickups from 2007 and 2008 have a passenger-side frontal air bag inflator that may be damaged by moisture over time.
Most common 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 problems
Problem areas named in the 31 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 14 |
| Electrical System | 6 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Engine | 2 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
What owners report
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 162,000. It was later discovered upon checking a Carfax report that the mileage was 270,000.
Airbag and steering wheel problems. Neither driver's nor passenger's airbag deployed in a major crash. Our truck was hit by a fully loaded dump truck, speed unknown. Our driver had "mustang sign," bruising to chest. Passenger had seatbelt bruising. No warning lights or other indication was present to indicate that there was any problem with the airbags. We are the original owners and there was no previous use of, nor work done on the airbags. Steering wheel collapsed onto driver's legs, which we were told is common for adjustable steering wheels. Vehicle was totaled and is at junk yard. We have requested the collision report and can provide upon request.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SHUDDERED UPON STARTING. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE CONTACT DROVE TO TEAM CHEVROLET BUICK GMC CADILLAC (404 JAKE ALEXANDER BLVD S, SALISBURY, NC 28147, 704-212-2019) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE CYLINDER WAS FAULTY. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A RECALL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN. *BF*JB
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500. WHILE REVERSING, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND COMPLETELY SHUT OFF AND THE SERVICE AIR BAGS AND PASS LOCK SENSOR 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. TERRY THOMPSON CHEVROLET (1402 US-98, DAPHNE, AL 36526, (251) 626-0631) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILA
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS MALFUNCTIONED. THE MOTOR FOR THE WIPERS WAS REPLACED THREE TIMES AND THE CIRCUIT BOARD UNDERNEATH THE HOOD WAS REPLACED ONCE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BLADE CHEVROLET & RVS (1100 FREEWAY DR, MT VERNON, WA 98273, (360) 424-3231) WHERE THEY INITIALLY REPLACED THE MOTOR AND THEN REPLACED THE CIRCUIT BOARD FOR THE WIPERS. THE ADDITIONAL REPAIRS WERE MADE BY THE CONTACT. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS FOR THE WIPER FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN. *TT UPDATED 11/28/18*JB
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 questions
Does the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500: Passenger airbag inflator may explode, injuring occupants; Passenger Air Bag May Rupture and Send Metal Fragments at Occupants; Electrical System; Electrical System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500?
Based on 31 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (14), Electrical System (6), Unknown Or Other (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.