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ProblemsByVin Index / 2008-CHEVROLET-TAHOE / COMPLAINTS
Full complaint record · NHTSA

2008 Chevrolet Tahoe owner complaints

586 complaints filed with NHTSA on this vehicle . Showing the 300 most recent — grouped by category for scanning.

airbags 11 complaints shown

232 total in this category · moderate · avg repair $1,100 · see airbags cluster analysis →
12/31/2020 ODI #11385784.0

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet tahoe. The contact became aware that the vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 16v383000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact went to wilson county Chevrolet Buick GMC (903 s hartmann dr, lebanon, tn 37090, (877) 220-3161) for additional information but was not provided any. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

12/31/2018 ODI #11164193.0

Takata recall - I have been trying since 2016 to get this remedied and keep being told that there is no current remedy for this. I just went to a Chevy dealer this am and was told the same thing.

12/30/2020 ODI #11385616.0

Manufacturer recall number2049151 NHTSA recall number16v381 I've contacted the dealership and been informed that no parts are available to resolve this matter. How long will it be before this can be resolved and this can possibly resolve the issue for the air bag.

12/30/2017 ODI #11057654.0

Takata recall. Airbag light going on and off constantly. Also dashboard cracking all over and pieces coming out which can be dangerous in an accident!

12/29/2017 98,000 mi ODI #11057337.0

Takata recall - airbags. I have a warning on the dashboard saying that airbags need to be fixed

12/29/2017 ODI #11057409.0

Takata recall. We were notified that the psan inflators are defective and could cause severe bodily injury or death. At this point the manufacturer has decided not to do anything about this, however this should be remedied by Chevrolet.

12/29/2016 ODI #10938521.0

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet tahoe. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 16v381000 (air bags). The contact stated that the parts needed for the recall remedy were still not available. The manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

12/26/2018 110,000 mi ODI #11163540.0

Takata recall we have received a number of letters regarding this recall and the most recent post card states that replacement parts are now available but when I contact local dealers are saying that parts are not available????? We have been dealing with this for 2 1/2 years and are very frustrated!!!

12/23/2017 ODI #11056206.0

"takata recall" still have not done anything done about fixing the problem NHTSA recall number:16v381 manufacturer recall number 2049151

12/18/2017 ODI #11055192.0

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet tahoe. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v383000 (air bags). The part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was taken to gettel Chevrolet (1901 tamiami trail, punta gorda, fl 33950, phone: (941) 347-6817), but they were not being instructed to repair the vehicle. The manufacturer stated that they filed a petition with NHTSA and was waiting on the ruling. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

12/16/2016 108,000 mi ODI #10935864.0

Driver side dashboard cracked above steering column by front windshield. Vehicle was stationary overnight. Came out in morning to find huge crack in dash.

electrical 3 complaints shown

89 total in this category · moderate · avg repair $850 · see electrical cluster analysis →
12/31/2019 200,000 mi ODI #11292357.0

The air/heat system completely quit working. No shop that has looked at it can tell what is wrong with it.

12/20/2013 40,000 mi ODI #10556758.0

Rear door locks (actuators) stopped working. First passenger rear lock failed to open or close. This happened after warranty coverage had ended. After some research I have found out that this is a widespread gm issue especially with 2008-09 gm SUV type of vehicles. My understanding is that the actuator motor fails. It is also my understanding that this electrical failure is due to a very inexpensive electrical actuator is used for the locking mechanism. This is a real safety issue and I am wondering when gm will be held accountable. *tr

12/20/2013 40,000 mi ODI #10556760.0

Sirius xm signal is not working and I have had the dealer do a reboot/reset on the radio. The reset worked for 2-3 months when I took it to gilchrist Chevrolet in tacoma wa. I have lost signal again and dealership is not very helpful with this type of situation. Sirius xm points their finger at gm and gm is pointing their finger at sirius xm. I just want my radio to work. Dealership does not seem knowledgeable about hybrid cars that gm manufactured. *tr

body 2 complaints shown

61 total in this category · severe · avg repair $1,500 · see body cluster analysis →
12/30/2015 84,000 mi ODI #10817137.0

My dashboard recently cracked on its own in several locations including around the passenger side airbag and in front of the drivers console. It seems as if this is some sort of defect in the manufacturing process. It split all the way through. My main concern is the pieces next to the airbag may become projectiles if the airbags were to ever be deployed. Gm and Chevrolet dealerships refuse to address the issue after numerous complaints. *js

12/26/2013 39,600 mi ODI #10557283.0

The "chrome" outside door handles broke. They are cheaply made. We are currently in need of repair for the second replacement set. *tr

cruise control 2 complaints shown

9 total in this category · severe · avg repair $600 · see cruise control cluster analysis →
12/16/2014 129,000 mi ODI #10664688.0

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet tahoe hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, the vehicle accelerated independently without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 129,000.

12/15/2016 124,000 mi ODI #10935472.0

When driving around and at a stop light the engine will go into auto stop. When applying pressure to gas pedal the vehicle will hesitate and then lurch forward. Vehicle will also get a high idle between 1500 RPM and 2200 RPM and fluctuate between those rpms. Also when idling below 1,000 rpms the engine will rev up and down as if pressure is being applied to the gas pedal but there is no pressure being applied at all. Been having this issue for quite sometime and I figured it was just some bad fuel but it has been consistent. Also have no lights illuminated on the dash, no check engine lights or anything. I haven't taken to dealer yet because I am waiting on the supplies for the air bag recall so they can work on the vehicle while replacing the air bag. *tr

other 1 complaint shown

12/17/2018 113,000 mi ODI #11162129.0

The fuel pump and vapor lines are corroded. The pump and lines have to be replaced.

Showing 300 of 586 total complaints. The full federal record is available at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2008/Chevrolet/Tahoe#complaints.
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaint database. Last synced 2026-06-14. Complaints are owner-submitted and unverified — the existence of a complaint is not proof of a defect, but a pattern of complaints around the same component is a signal worth weighing. Verify any specific filing at nhtsa.gov.
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