general problems of the 2008 GMC Envoy

11 problems related to electrical system have been reported for the 2008 GMC Envoy. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2008 GMC Envoy based on all problems reported for the 2008 Envoy.

1 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 12/18/2025

I was living in my car and the windows and door lock cluster caught on fire I had to tear my door panel off to get to the source and unplug it I believe there is a major electrical issue with this vehicle I shouldn't be driving it also my heater fan stopped working on 4 and 5 works on 1 2 and 3 but not 4 or 5 please help me get this recalled so I can finally get this vehicle fixed right this is so dangerous I could have burnt up in my car 7.

2 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 12/31/2018

Air condition blower motor caught fire in dash and burnt the vehicle.

3 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 07/30/2018

My vehicle just suddenly stopped dead, in the road after leaving my residence and all control was lost. Unable to put transmission in neutral to push vehicle off road. I had it repaired by a trained mechanic and was told it was a faulty ignition. I had the faulty ignition replaced and the vehicle was operational again along with the worry of this happening again.

4 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 08/19/2016

The contact owns a 2008 GMC Envoy. The contact stated that there was a random electrical short and the low beams failed to illuminate. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic who changed the low beams, relay, switch and checked the fuses, but the low beams continued to randomly short without warning. The contact was unable to prevent the random failure. The manufacturer provided no solution. The failure mileage was not available.

5 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 07/29/2016

Campaign id 14v-755. My VIN does not fall under this campaign or gm recall. I am having this exact same issue with the low beams shutting off at night and has happened twice. Vehicle was in motion.

6 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 12/17/2014

On or about Dec 17, 2014, we were leaving a school function around 7 pm. The low beam lights went out unsuspectingly; we only had access to high beam lights. We stopped several times to check connections but no result. We also turned the vehicle off/on to try and reset but no result. Have not had another occurrence. We learned via news that a recall has been issued for this problem on 2006-2009 GMC Envoy. Colonial auto center GMC dealer (charlottesville) is advising there is no recall. . . They were called on 01/21/15. Also, a "service stibi control" message always appears. It has been checked by a couple dealers. Colonial changes a booster and message continues to come on. . .

7 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 03/18/2014

Engine stalled when making a turn. Lost all powder the dash pannel had no light lit up. I had no power steering and no power breaks. Was able to control due to low speed. Turned key off and the it restarted when key turned back on. On March 19, 2014 took it to benntt Chevrolet burick for check. They found faulty ingition switch and it for $259. 88. The 2008 Envoys were not on the recall list and someone should chech all 2008 Envoys still on the road.

8 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 11/26/2010

Speedometer has weird sounds like birds flapping wings. The speedometer has been replaced three times. Gm USA claims that it is a defect that they cannot repair. The Envoy is still under warranty. Really isn't acceptable. Makes one wonder if the readings on mileage, and speed are accurate.

9 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 12/22/2009

I having problems with my stabilitrak system the engine lights comes on and I just had the thermostat sensors change which took them three time to find the problem and my drivers window sensors was replaced and there a sudden thumb when you brake as thought you have been hit from behind.

10 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 10/19/2009

I purchased a 2008 Envoy denali 7/08 during the middle of November while drive the temp gage drop to the lowest point and started cutting off hesitating to start. I then contact on-star they stated it was the cooling system and should be taken to the dealer on 10/19/09 I went and was told it was the temp senor which was replace that Tuesday. Thursday the same issue accord again I notified on-star they stated this time it was the transmission Friday I went to the deal to be told they could not work on the car until Monday. As I ws speaking to a tech they stated it sounds like the trans and the mgr approached and stated I am handling this and directed me toward the desk and stated he had a rental for me and arranged a ride for me. I truly believe there is something wrong with this car and to make this worse my navigation system has failed me twice as well.

11 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 05/30/2008

Our SUV has been in the shop so many times for stability trac control electrical window switch ,two steering columns out side temp reading, new shock,new converters.


Other Electrical System related problems of the 2008 GMC Envoy

Electrical System problems
11
Ignition Switch problems
5
Starter problems
1

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