2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 Complaints

View complaints related to 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. The complaints found here are submitted by actual consumers with first hand experience. There are more than 850 complaints submitted for the 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. You can submit your own complaint to the NHTSA or call the Hotline, Monday-Friday 8am to 8pm at (888) 327-4236, TTY: (800) 424-9153.

  • 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500
    - McMinnville , TN

    There was no accident but due to the manufacturer not using a rust propellant coating on the frame I have a severely severely damaged frame the structural integrity of my vehicle is compromised and dangerously unsafe the frame is rusted in so many spots there's a few places where it is broke the back end of the vehicle sprain is starting to crumple this should be something that is fixed by GM as a recall it is unsafe it is dangerous it puts my life at risk driving the vehicle and I refuse to put my kids in the vehicle due to the safety issues

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500
    - Saint Albans, WV

    My rear suspension cross member on my frame is so rusted and rotted that it snapped and I have a crack in the main frame from more rust right by the gas tank.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500
    - Woodridge, NY

    The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while parked after turning on the vehicle, the contact exited the vehicle and the side curtain air bags in the front and the rear of the vehicle simultaneously deployed. The contact ran back to the vehicle to turn off the vehicle because the alarm was sounding, the hazard lights were flashing, and the horn was honking independently. The contact stated that he inspected the deployed air bags became aware that the driver's side seat belt had tightened and locked. The contact stated all the seat belts had tightened and locked during the deployment of the air bags. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed by a manufacturer assigned investigator; however, the findings were not released to the contact. The contact filed a case with the manufacturer and was told that the case had been closed with no further information provided. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 156,000.

    Source: HOTLINE VEHICLE OWNERS QUESTIONNAIRE
  • 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500
    - Coventry, CT

    Structural frame damage found on both sides of truck while I was checking my brakes and doing a basic undercarriage inspection. Complete rebuild of frame determined by qualified frame building shop. Chunks of frame have fallen out and a lengthy crack along bottom inside rail visible.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500
    - Pittsburgh, PA

    i HAVE BEEN TRYING TO SET UP RECALL WITH CENTURY THREE CHEVROLET IN WEST MIFFLIN PA. They refuse to give me a loaner car while they have my truck all day say i have to drop off and come back. Well I work mon thru Fri same hours as them I requested a Saturday and they said they don't do recalls on Saturday. they are making it as difficult as possible to get this work done. Is there anything you can do before someone gets hurt or killed? thank you in advance [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500
    - Pine Mountain Valley, GA

    The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the message "Check Air Bags" warning was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repair of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V050000 (AIR BAGS). However, the failure persisted. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed across the street, another vehicle crashed into the front passenger's side of the vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained a laceration on the right hand caused by a sharp piece of the steering wheel. The contact did not seek medical assistance. A police report was filed. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to her residence. The dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 53,000.

    Source: HOTLINE VEHICLE OWNERS QUESTIONNAIRE
  • 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500
    - hyde park, VT

    Premature frame rust. This vehicle was professionally undercoated 4 times using premium products (fluid film, NH OIL undercoating), and the frame has rotted prematurely. 132,000 miles and it will not pass inspection . Chevrolet should make this right, as I have not finished paying off the vehicle. There needs to be an investigation into the manufacturing and the lack of rust protection. The rust is concentrated in 2 spots on the bottom of the frame. I was made aware of the problem this spring by my technician. I am shocked and will be financially unable to recover from their planned obsolescence. Otherwise every aspect of the truck works as it should.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500
    - Corning, OH

    As with many chevrolet trucks the frame and cross members have rust to the point that they are breaking off. This is a major safety concern as the support the fuel tank and suspension mounts. It is also a major concern to the structural integrity of the truck. No it has never been inspected by anyone else, as it don't need to be it is very obvious on all GM trucks.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500
    - Westland , MI

    The dashboard is breaking into small pieces. The dealership said this is only cosmetic and refused to fix it. After finding this is a common issue it was recommended to submit this form.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500
    - Blythewood, SC

    Vehicle abruptly malfunctioned (lose of power) while sitting at the traffic light during a heavy storm. Fortunately, I turned the vehicle off and restarted it, which gave me enough engine power to get a a safe place. I had the vehicle towed to Love Chevrolet, Columbia, SC. Dealership stated the entire wiring harness needed to be replaced. The replacement cost would be $3500. They also stated the wiring harness for this vehicle has been discontinued and I have to take the vehicle to an electrical shop to be fixed.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE