2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Electrical System Problems
- 67
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 67 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 4 indicate fire
- 1 indicate a death
What owners report
- door locks · 21 records
- door lock · 9 records
- electrical system · 7 records
- control module · 6 records
- passenger side · 5 records
- warning lights · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 16 |
| 30–60k mi | 14 |
| 60–100k mi | 13 |
| 100–150k mi | 10 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Engine · Service Brakes
While driving at speed door locks will actuate back and forth with all dash lights flashing. Eventually car loses all power, engine dies, and have to pulp to side of interstate without power brakes or propulsion. I was personally almost rear ended by a semi at approx 60 mph. Furthermore, it is know that all door panels in this vehicle retain moisture. This has killed all speakers and i guess it could be a potential…
ODI 10837902
Electrical System
Since august i have noticed approximately 5-6 incidences when there was a brief failure in the ignition of the truck causing me to have to turn the ignition key a second time. It has started correctly on the 2nd try, so far. However, each time this has happened, i've noticed that the clock went back to default. This does not happen every time nor does there appear to be a pattern for when it happens such as driving…
ODI 10644541
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, suddenly the instrument panel lights, interior lights, and exterior lights would shut off and flashed off and on. In addition, the door locks would erroneously lock and unlock. Also, the windshield wipers would randomly activate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who was unable to diagnose…
ODI 10695546
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that the fuse box caught on fire and melted the harness. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnosis or repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The manufacturer informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.
Fire reported
ODI 10558910
Electrical System · Service Brakes · Steering
While driving out of my driveway, i suddenly lost both power steering and power brakes. I was able to get back into my driveway, but with considerable effort. I called my mechanic and was advised that the power steering pump had failed, causing the power brakes to fail, also. The power steering pump shaft broke. I use the truck mostly to tow a horse trailer. I shudder to think what may have happened had the failure…
ODI 10558458
Electrical System · Engine · Exterior Lighting
Motor knocks and is using oil a lot of oil and the dash light flicker with the switch. *tr
ODI 10606606
Electrical System
While driving on the freeway, the entire electrical system in the vehicle shut down momentarily and came back. The entire dashboard went dark, headlights turned off, door locks cycled up and down, and radio turned off and back on. Brought vehicle to dealership and they diagnosed the problem as battery cables needing to be replaced as there was high resistance. Searching online for similar statements shows that many…
ODI 10543699
Electrical System · Unknown Or Other
Chimes--any warning chimes-- can not be heard at all,speakers do not work,no warning chimes can be heard at all.keys left in the ignition,turn signals on ,lights left on,seat belt warning,door open,nothing--then,depending on the weather,hot and dry,they may work,the radio may play,winter time--nothing---summer time,sporadic but for the most part--nothing. .two years now.don't matter if going or sitting still,any…
ODI 10865068
Electrical System
I purchased my 2008 chevrolet silverado crew cab back in 20011. It had approx. 70,000 miles on it at the time of purchase. A few months ago i started having problems with the automatic door locks on the drivers side of my vehicle. I could lock the doors but not unlock them. Then a few weeks later, my drivers side speaker went out completely. I am also unable to move the driver and passenger side mirrors in all…
ODI 10533375
Electrical System · Latches/Locks/Linkages
Both drivers door and passenger door lock actuators are not working. They don't work with key fob, they don't lock or unlock when the truck is put in drive or when the key is turned off and they don't work with the lock switch on the door. This is a safety issue when it comes to children in the vehicle. This seems the 2008 is a bad year for these actuators and gm should recall. They know they were bad. *tr
ODI 10493708
Electrical System · Unknown Or Other
My dash is cracked in two different places. Started out small and are getting larger as time goes on. My power windows and door locks have not worked on the vehicle since i bought it in 2012
ODI 10936722
Electrical System · Latches/Locks/Linkages
The drivers door electric lock stopped working, this seems to be an issue with these trucks the factory should fix this issue. *tr
ODI 10485945
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control
While driving with cruise control on at highway speeds, the traction stability light came on along with brake light. The door locks activated and all dash backlighting went out. After shutting off engine, all electrical power shut off to include the clock on the radio. I checked battery connections and after wiggling the positive battery cable, the power came on. The clock was set to 12:00, and the a/c was reset to…
ODI 10576069
Electrical System · Latches/Locks/Linkages
Driver side door locks will not work with keyfob or switch on the either door. *tr
ODI 10469573
Air Bags · Electrical System · Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
I started having problems with my 2008 chevy silverado extend cab 4.8l engine like electrical,doors,air bags,equipment, and lot of things? *tr
ODI 10458066
Electrical System · Latches/Locks/Linkages
My door locks stopped working with my remote and door locks on the drivers door .the two back doors lock but not the front. I don't like having to lock the doors manually. Is the any help out the re from gm. *tr
ODI 10438491
Electrical System
Bought this vehicle brand new in 2008, had problem with passenger window not operating, dealership changed out actuator. Since 2011 the passenger door lock will not engage with fob or with the mechanism on the door nor will it engage when vehicle is put in gear. After reading this web page, it seems to me that this door locking system should be recalled and be repaired at no cost to the customer. *js
ODI 10545573
Electrical System · Latches/Locks/Linkages
Drivers side power lock wont electrically lock with the door switch or key fob. See countless complaints online about this problem. Sometimes lock actuates only halfway, and when engine shuts off and placed in park or placed in park with engine still running cannot open door without manually actuating it. *kb
ODI 10413838
Electrical System · Latches/Locks/Linkages
Driver and passenger side door locks have failed. It would appear to be the lock actuator/switch. Doors will not lock/unlock automatically. This was a sporadic problem over the last three months and has just started to fail completely. This is not only an inconvenience, this is a safety hazard since the door does not lock when the vehicle is being driven. Apparently this is a common problem with the 2008 chevy…
ODI 10425194
Electrical System
I have a 4 door 2008 chevy silverado 1500 and my third power door lock actuator has failed within 1 year. I have 24000 miles on vehicle. A google search indicates this is a problem with this vehicle. I consider this to be a safety issue since the door locks do not lock the doors when in drive. Passengers can open the door while vehicle is in motion. There is no doubt in my mind that this is a part defect and should…
ODI 10403606
Electrical System · Latches/Locks/Linkages
Driver and rear passenger locks do not work. This is the 2nd time now that these dont work. First it was the front driver side, now its the same side but rear door. It is annoying not having acces to the doors via keyless entry. It was a one of the reason why i bought a keyless entry for safety reason for women. Also, i have a grandson who rides with me occasionally, and if emergency occurred, i fear he could be…
ODI 10446629
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start when the key was turned in the ignition until after several attempts. The failure was recurring over a three year span. There was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system) however, the vehicle model was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle…
ODI 10577430
Electrical System · Power Window Devices And Controls
Short in the electric windows switches for 2008 chevrolet silverado. The drivers front window actuator has been replaced but all four window actuators have gone bad and must be replaced. *tr
ODI 10406124
Electrical System · Latches/Locks/Linkages
Have a 2008 chevy silverado, the rear drivers door lock has failed and won't open; now the front door and window is making a dragging noise. Chevy won't stand behind it. But i've seen several reports on line from others with the same problem. What if there was a wreck and someone needed to get to someone in the back or someone needed to get out. Plus if the front one gets worse it could happen to them also. Have…
ODI 10415408
Electrical System
Power door locks failed, someone can open the door when the truck is being driven and fall out of the truck, the locks are suppose to engage when the truck is put into drive.
ODI 10416089