2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Latches/Locks/Linkages Problems
- 34
- 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 34 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- door lock · 15 records
- door locks · 11 records
- lock unlock · 10 records
- side door · 7 records
- failure mileage · 6 records
- lock actuators · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 14 |
| 1–30k mi | 8 |
| 60–100k mi | 6 |
| 100–150k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Latches/Locks/Linkages
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that the front passenger side and rear driver side door locks failed. The doors failed to lock when the vehicle was shifted into gear and would not unlock when shifted into park. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 67,800.
ODI 10637237
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 · 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 · Latches/Locks/Linkages
Driver side door locks will not work with keyfob or switch on the either door. *tr
ODI 10469573
Latches/Locks/Linkages
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that the locks in the vehicle had failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and they stated that the actuator was bad and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 40,000.
ODI 10482332
Latches/Locks/Linkages
The rear door will not unlock so you can exit the vehicle in the even of a crash. *tr
ODI 10447113
Latches/Locks/Linkages
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that all four door lock actuators malfunctioned and as a result, the doors failed to lock automatically. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician confirmed that the driver's side door lock actuators needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired.…
ODI 10486490
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
Latches/Locks/Linkages
Doors do not lock/unlock when alarming or unalarming truck. It occurs daily and not sure how long this has been going on. I happened to get out of my truck and open the back door which would not open. With further investigation, i realized that the lock was not working properly. I wonder how many other owners of this vehicle have no idea that this is happening? I have alarmed my vehicle, then checked the back door…
ODI 10422989
Latches/Locks/Linkages
Driver side door lock has failed. It would appear to be the lock actuator 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 truck. Only 35000 miles on the vehicle. *tr
ODI 10420760
Latches/Locks/Linkages
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that the driver side door lock was inoperable and he was unable to enter or exit the vehicle from the driver side. The dealer replaced the actuator. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure and current mileage was 80,000. The vin was unavailable.
ODI 10416900
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
Latches/Locks/Linkages
Automatic locking door actuator failure on drivers side rear door and passenger side front door. Dealer refuses to replace because vehicle is outside of manufacturer warranty. Obvious safety issue. *tr
ODI 10407187
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
Latches/Locks/Linkages
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that all of the door locks failed to unlock. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was found that the actuators had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 64,375.
ODI 10542022
Latches/Locks/Linkages
Drivers door lock stopped working unexpectedly. The remote lock/unlock and power lock/unlock no longer work. *tr
ODI 10389779
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
Latches/Locks/Linkages
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated the door lock actuator motor failed for the power locks and all doors had to be unlocked manually. The dealer was contacted and directed him to the manufacturer. The manufacturer was contacted and informed him there were no recalls and offered no further assistance. The failure mileage was 103,000.
ODI 10389756
Latches/Locks/Linkages
Door lock actuator failures. Failure to unlock but doors lock when placed into drive. Chevrolet will fix problem for around $1,200. In order to open rear doors on truck you must climd over front console or lower windows to manually unlock. This is a problem on every chevy 2008 and above vehicle that i know of. *tt
ODI 10421693
Latches/Locks/Linkages
Approximately 2000-4000 miles after the warranty term (but still well under the 36 month limit) i began to notice my power locks weren't working correctly. When i took my truck in to the dealer, the service rep told me that that was a very common problem. After determining i was over warranty mileage limit, he said all he could do is maybe "help me out" on the repair costs. My main concern is how the manufacturer…
ODI 10417837
Latches/Locks/Linkages
I have a 2008 silverado 1500. Locks and latches does not work on the back driver side of my truck. When inquired about it to the dealer it was said i needed some type of motor. I got it fixed which cost me $200. And two weeks later the passenger seat started giving me the exact same problems. To lock the door i have to manually lock it. My remote works for the other three doors but not the passenger door. Anyone can…
ODI 10367998
Latches/Locks/Linkages
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated the automatic door locks were supposed to lock when the vehicle was in drive, as well as unlock when the vehicle was in park. The contact stated the automatic door locks no longer function properly, and would not lock or unlock when shifted into drive or back into park. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated the door actuators…
ODI 10402658
Body · Latches/Locks/Linkages
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…
ODI 10450416
Latches/Locks/Linkages
Door lock on drivers side will not lock or unlock. When pressing the remote fob to lock/unlock the truck it tries to move but will not fully go up or down all the way. The same thing happens when using the lock/unlock button from the inside of the truck. I have been locking my truck and walking away with a false sense of security. You can walk up and open my door due to this defect. The alarm will sound but entry…
ODI 10355280