Does the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 have any recalls?

The 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 has 2 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module.

How many complaints have been filed for the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500?

35 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500?

There are 352 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500.

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2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

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Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
Specifications and reference data (where provided)
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Powertrain, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC and more

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Base Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door

Engines covered

6.0L 5967CC 364Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated

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Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #20V01100010/01/2020Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2007-2008 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with non-desiccated, passenger frontal air b

Consequence

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the front passenger or

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators, fre

NHTSA #10V24000004/06/2010Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2009 BUICK, LUCERNE; CADILLAC DTS; HUMMER H2; MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 BUICK ENCLAVE; CADILLAC CTS; MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCA

Consequence

IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE HEATED WASHER MODULE TO IGNITE AND A FIRE MAY OCCUR.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL PERMANENTLY DISABLE AND REMOVE THE HEATED WASHER FLUID MODULE. AN UPDATED PA

TSB #11028931

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that some owners of Heavy Duty Trucks and Utilities may ask if they can lower their tire pressures. Tire pressures being set to the "Tire and Loading Label" w

TSB #11023091

New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH

TSB #11021792

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with the security light coming on. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble

TSB #11021308

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a bump feel or clunk noise at a stop or on launch. Dealer should communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating

TSB #11020816

This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.

TSB #11019074

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.

TSB #11019073

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.

TSB #11019072

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.

Showing the 8 most recent of 352 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20110201Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEMCrash reported

MY 2008 3500 DURAMAX DIESEL TRUCK WENT INTO LIMP MODE WHILE ON THE INTERSTATE 15 NEXT TO THE CONCRETE K-RAIL. IMAGINE HEAVY TRAFFIC, A FULLY LOADED SEMI BEHIND YOU, AND THEN SLAMM

20090910Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTALCrash reported

PURCHASED NEW 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500. VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN HEAD ON COLLISION RESULTING IN THE VEHICLE BEING TOTALED BY INSURANCE COMPANY. THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY AND

20170608Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEMFire reported

STARTED VEHICLE, DROVE 100 YARDS, CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM POPPED UP ON DISPLAY, SMOKE IMMEDIATELY STARTED POURING IN VENTS AS IT BURST INTO FLAMES UNDER THE HOOD. GOT KIDS OUT AND

20230912Component: AIR BAGS2 injured

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

Showing the 4 most serious of 35 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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