Body problems of the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 chev. Silverado severe u underside rusting , including factory tow attachments. Uncle has 28599 miles , bought new and not driven in inclement weather. Wax coating on frame almost completely worn off. Was told it will not pass nys inspection next year.

Took truck in for fuel pump module upon dropping the fuel tank the mechanic discovered the frame was rusted thriugh and cracked! after investigating online I see this is a very common problem and they should be held accountable. Rest of truck looks pretty good for the year I purchased with 55000 miles on it and had it oil sprayed every year.

Vehicle is in the shop at 191,000mi for rear shocks, front struts, an alignment and oil change as of Wednesday (07/19/2023), at approximately 16:14 edt, the shop contacted me and notified me that the mechanic, when he was installing the new driver-side shocks, went to secure the shock, only for the entire sub-frame assembly that holds the exhaust manifold, fuel tank and shock in place, "shattered" in front of him. I have been informed that I was "one good pothole away" from having a catastrophic failure which could have caused a wreck, and potentially loss of life.

Severe frame rust, body rust.

Extensive rust on the frame, barely holding together. This caused the drive shaft to shake and break the differential. Even if the differential would not have broken the truck was not road worthy. It could have broke in half at any second. No reputable body shop would even attempt to fix it. No warnings or symptoms until a snow plow was hooked up again last winter and the weight of it bent the fragile frame. Countless accounts of frame and undercarriage rust for chevy and GMC trucks from 2006-2013.

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.

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.

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.

There is rust on my crossmembers, they said it happens from the stuff they put on the roads? I don't know but I do not have money to buy a new vehicle. They say it's on both sides in the rear that are rotten but they were fine not too long ago.

2008 chevy Silverado 1500 fire on 11/20/20 I was driving 3 miles to my friends house and as soon as I pulled up, I smelt fire. I got out to find out that my passenger headlight and everything under the hood was on fire!! as I started to run for help, I tripped over a large size curb and landed on my face. My neck, shoulders and back have been difficult to move since this happened. I tried to lift the hood but that was too hot to do so, I ran into my friends house screaming for a fire extinguisher!! as I was running back to remove as much as I could out of the truck her husband came out with the fire extinguisher and she came with the hose. I now I can barely move my neck, my back is in severe pain, and my ribs hurt immensely. As I survived this life threatening ordeal, I started doing background checks on this type of vehicle and 124 deaths have occurred because of this gm problem. How is this not a class action law suit?!!.

2008 chevy Silverado 1500 fire on 11/20/20 I was driving 3 miles to my friends house and as soon as I pulled up, I smelt fire. I got out to find out that my passenger headlight and everything under the hood was on fire!! I tried to lift the hood but that was too hot to do so, and I ran into my girlfriends house screaming for a fire extinguisher!! as I was running back to remove as much as I could out of the truck her husband came out with the fire extinguisher and she came with the hose. I had my briefcase, purse, portable boom box and started running as fast as I could because I thought it was going to blow up, and tripped over the curb and landed face first in the dirt. Now I can barely move my neck, my back is in severe pain, and my ribs hurt immensely. As I survived this life threatening ordeal, I started doing background checks on this type of vehicle and 124 deaths have occurred because of this gm problem. How is this not a class action law suit?!!.

Air bag light is in and I had a lifter failure on my motor. Bed and rockers are rotting out.

Tl the contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that there was approximately two inches of water on the floorboard on the driver's front of the vehicle. The contact stated that the water leaked in from on top of the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure recurred each time it rained. The contact also stated that the vehicle independently started after the vehicle was parked. The contact stated that the check air bags warning light was illuminated causing at great concern. The contact stated that its a manufacturer defect. The contact called register Chevrolet (14181 cortez blvd, brooksville, FL 34613, (352) 597-3333) and informed the dealer of the failure. The dealer informed the contact that the vehicle was out of warranty and to contact the manufacturer for assistance. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to NHTSA. The failure mileage was approximately 216,000.

I am complaining about the safety of my truck frame. It is completely rusted through in a few spots and I don't know how safe it is to keep driving. This is a combination of poor engineering/ cheap steel from gm's side and the highly corrosive chemicals that are put on the roads in new england from the dot. Gm has clearly stated that they will not help me with this problem and I am on my own to cover the cost of a new frame or a new vehicle.

Extensive frame damage from premature rust. This frame at only 10 years old should not be rusted completely though.

Tl the contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. When the contact inspected underneath the vehicle, the contact noticed severe rust on the upper subframe. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 102,000.

Takata recal top dash desinigration.

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. While the vehicle was stationary, the dashboard on the passenger side of the vehicle fractured in three places. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 92,000. The VIN was not available.

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet siverado 1500. While inspecting the vehicle, it was discovered that the rear sub frame of the vehicle experienced a large amount of rust and corrosion. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 137,000.

Tl-the contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet silverado. The contact stated that there was a crack on the left front corner of the air bag compartment on the passenger side. Additionally, the tire sensor warning light was illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v381000 (air bags) however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and provided reference number 8-4149129848 and informed the contact that the air bag issue was under investigation. Additionally, the contact was referred to the local dealer. The contact had experienced a failure. The failure mileage was 38,280. (VIN tool confirms parts not available). Ap.

The dashboard in my 2008 chevy Silverado 1500 has a crack above the airbag and a crack above the instrument panel. I am concerned for my safety.

Vehicle rocker panels rusted all the way through ,not much structural integrity left both drivers and passenger sides. Vehicle has been well maintained , washed and rinsed of any road salt etc. Dailey!! during life of vehicle. Other areas, wheel wells ,stock towing hitch reciever(towing package) ,cab corners ,completely rusted through!!! frame also begining to show deep pitting in areas that you can push a screw driver right through rusted area. Metal used for structural and body components of this vehicle totally junk!! also 2 years ago I kept smelling gasoline when exiting vehicle after driving, long story short, had to remove truck bed and on top of fuel tank coming out are metal tubes , which are part of fuel pump inside tank, to which the fuel lines are connected to, well one of the metal tubes was totally rusted off, which was the fuel return line? which was why I was smelling gas, which was leaking out very close if not on the exhaust system when driving. I 'm no expert ,but I think this might qualify as a safety issue. Thank you.

Tl-the contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated there was a crack on the passenger side of the dashboard where the air bag was installed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage as 84,000. Lb.

Pulling out of a parking lot I started to accelerate, to get into traffic I heard a horn and looked over, only to run straight into a light pole. It was a pretty strong impact. My airbag did not deploy and my face and head hit the steering wheel.

Tl-the contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the front passenger's side and the rear driver's side door locks have failed. The doors will not lock when the vehicle is put into gear or unlock when put into park. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for a diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 67,800. Rg.

I have owned my 2008 suburban for 6 years. The dash board is completely broken in different parts. I don't understand how a brand new vehicle at 5 years can possible have the dash board break like that. I have always owned Chevrolet but was extremely disappointed as to how the dash board is broken the way it is. I would like to seek help replacing it since I plan to keep this vehicle for a long time. My teenage girls will be getting there vehicle in a year I have told my husband there is no way I will every buy Chevrolet again. I would really appreciate some type of explanation for this problem. Thank you, alma cardenas.

The frame has been rusting out bad for many years. My gas tank is about to fall off it is hanging down do to cross member rusting out, and shocks too. Also body is rusting bad do to not putting the right rust inhibitors in the paint and frame.

The right rear door actuator went out not allowing the door to lock or unlock, other than manually. Not only is this a theft issue, but a safety issue as well. Kids were able to open the door while driving which is an apparent safety problem and after reading numerous other reports of this same problem occurring, it is something that needs to be taken care of/recalled. This is apparently due to a cheap motor made out of china and is a fairly easy issue to resolve.

Dashboard around the passenger air bag is cracking with sharp edges to the cracks that could cut the airbag if deployed or shatter causing personal injury and/or death.