2008 Chevrolet Silverado Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2008 Chevrolet Silverado recalls

Most common 2008 Chevrolet Silverado problems

Problem areas named in the 162 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Air Bags	62
Electrical System	48
Latches/Locks/Linkages	18
Structure	14
Power Train	12
Engine	11
Unknown Or Other	7
Vehicle Speed Control	5
Seat Belts	5
Tires	4

What owners report

2023-03-08, Air Bags
2008 CHEVROLET 1500. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG INFLATION ISSUE AND SEVERE RUSTING TO THE ENTIRE FRAME. THE CONSUMER IS REQUESTING THE TRUCK TO BE REPAIRED/REPLACED OR PROVIDING A TRUCK WHERE THIS PROBLEM DOES NOT EXIST.

2022-08-29, Electrical System
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact stated that while the husband was driving, a warning message indicating the hood was unlatched had been displayed and the front headlights were not operable. Smoke was seen coming from under the hood and after lifting the hood to inspect the engine compartment flames and smoke were present. The husband extinguished the flames with water and the vehicle was pushed to a work sight. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the battery cable and electrical wiring harness were melted. The cause of the failure was not determined. The fire department was not called to the scene. The local dealer was notified of the failure. The manufactu

2022-05-31, Air Bags
Takata Recall. The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front driver's and passenger's air bags deployed without warning, causing the front windshield to explode and damage the passenger's side dashboard. There was no impact to the vehicle that could have caused the air bags to deploy. The contact was not injured; however, his fiancée, who was a passenger, had bruises on her knees, legs, and arms, as well as burns and cuts on her legs. No medical attention was received. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact related

2022-05-02, Air Bags
The contact owned a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated her son was driving at approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle went off the roadway and hit a tree on the front end on the passenger side. The driver's side airbag deployed, however, the passenger side air bag did not. The contact recently received a recall letter from the manufacturer for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V052000 (Air Bags). The contact stated that her son did not remember any warning lights being illuminated. The contact's son sustained back injuries and neck injuries as well as lacerations to his brows and forehead and eyes. The police arrived on the scene and wrote an incident report. The contact's son was driven to seek

2021-12-27, Firerelated
The contact owned a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, it caught fire from the dashboard. The fire department was able to put out the fire. A fire department report was filed. The vehicle was not towed and remained in the parking space. The insurance company was not made aware of the failure to deem the vehicle totaled. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but the manufacturer disconnected the call. The failure mileage was approximately 260,000.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado questions

Does the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado: Electrical System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado?

Based on 162 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (62), Electrical System (48), Latches/Locks/Linkages (18).

How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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.