Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problems of the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado

Three problems related to manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe have been reported for the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problem

Failure Date: 11/25/2013

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that an independent mechanic advised that the bolts where the exhaust pipe met the muffler were fractured and emitting fumes into the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 69,493.

2 Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problem

Failure Date: 06/15/2013

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that there was an exhaust leak. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where the mechanic stated that the manifold was severely corroded. Additionally, the bolts that held the manifold to the engine were fractured. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.

3 Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problem

Failure Date: 10/04/2011

The driver side exhaust manifold bolts broke off causing an exhaust leak. This is a serious safety issue causing exhaust gas to enter the cabin! exhaust bolts should not break off.


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