2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 electrical system problems

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No recalls on file.

What owners say

1. Filed Feb 10, 2026HIAirbagsElectrical System

   There is a recall number 09184C that only pertains to certain states but I live in a wet state also not listed and the carpet under my seat held moisture and now my airbag control module totally disintegrated from being in moisture for so long, they won't accept my truck in for inspection or repair

   NHTSA complaint #11717082 · source
2. Filed May 1, 202570,000 miCATowedElectrical SystemEngine

   The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed white smoke coming from the exhaust with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic; however, the failure was not duplicated. The contact stated that the following day, while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. Additionally, there was an abnormal ticking sound coming…

   NHTSA complaint #11658182 · source
3. Filed Nov 1, 2024ILElectrical SystemEngine

   T ruck left my wife totally stranded in the middle of a busy intersection. It was running but would not accelerate. I ran the codes and 2 codes that has never popped up before was P1682 and P2138. One said it could be the ignition and the other said it could be accelerator position sensor on gas peddle. My mechanic said this is a communication problem where the wires go into the ECM. Bad connection or moisture getting in. I have had a few wonky codes pop up that we believe…

   NHTSA complaint #11623165 · source
4. Filed Oct 30, 2024178,002 miMOAirbagsElectrical System

   The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V050000 (Air Bags); however, the contact was informed that the instrument panel failed to allow access to the odometer and the recall repair was denied. The dealer informed the contact that for the recall repair to be completed, an odometer reading was required. The contact stated that the instrument panel was functioning…

   NHTSA complaint #11622744 · source
5. Filed Aug 9, 2022SCElectrical SystemAcceleration & Cruise Control

   Vehicle abruptly malfunctioned (lose of power) while sitting at the traffic light during a heavy storm. Fortunately, I turned the vehicle off and restarted it, which gave me enough engine power to get a a safe place. I had the vehicle towed to Love Chevrolet, Columbia, SC. Dealership stated the entire wiring harness needed to be replaced. The replacement cost would be $3500. They also stated the wiring harness for this vehicle has been discontinued and I have to take the…

   NHTSA complaint #11478419 · source
6. Filed Apr 27, 2022TXDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical SystemTransmission & Drivetrain

   On multiple occasions, while driving, my truck suddenly locked/unlocked/locked/unlocked doors, airflow changed from a/c to heat, Stabiltrak disengaged, Parking assist shut off, Traction Control turned off, lights shut off, engine stalled, and was unresponsive.

   NHTSA complaint #11462372 · source
7. Filed Mar 21, 202260,000 miCOElectrical System

   The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the check engine, the stabilitrak, the service trailer brake system, and the seat belt warning lights were illuminated before the vehicle began to decelerate. The contact stated that the vehicle turned off and back on independently. The contact stated he continued to experience the failure and parked on the side of the road for 30 minutes before restarting the vehicle and continued…

   NHTSA complaint #11457618 · source
8. Filed Dec 13, 2021MIElectrical System

   Yes the warning light came on before the air bag was replaced, If the waring light comes it indicates that the airbag is faulty, why is it going to cost me $791 to repair the sensor. Is this not a problem that should be resolved, as the airbag wont work if the sensor is not fixed. The air bag was replace At George Nahas on January 8th. At the time we were not told that the airbag would not work because the light was on. It was much later that a friend (mechanic) told me that…

   NHTSA complaint #11443576 · source
9. Filed Oct 19, 2021IAAirbagsElectrical SystemEngine

   The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the check engine and service airbag warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The local dealer was not contacted the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

   NHTSA complaint #11437289 · source
10. Filed Apr 15, 2021185,000 miINAirbagsElectrical System

    Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that the service air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to blossom chevrolet (1850 shadeland ave, indianapolis, in 46219, [phone removed]) where it was diagnosed and the contact was informed that a reset was needed. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The contact declined to pay the diagnostic fees. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The…

    NHTSA complaint #11408192 · source
11. Filed Apr 5, 202196,000 miARAirbagsElectrical System

    Sdm corrosion due to poor placement. Carpet and other material covered sensor and liquid has completely corroded sensor. Sensor is now dead and air bag light is on.

    NHTSA complaint #11406457 · source
12. Filed Dec 30, 2020NYCrashTowedAirbagsElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    Hi this truck has been a nightmare worst truck i ever owned i have sunk over 5k into it in repairs the air bag service light went on over a year ago wen i first got the truck my garage told me there were recalls on it i took it to a dealer they fixed 1 but refused to fix the air bag recall light my garage told me its unsafe and dealer should repair my garage sed metal could kill me and bag could go off at any time i took the truck to spurr chevy in brockport and hartway…

    NHTSA complaint #11385685 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology