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.
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 body complaints
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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.
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 received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 21v050000 (air bags). The vehicle was taken to ware chevrolet company, inc. (140 chevy dr, blairsville, ga 30512) for the recall repair. While repairing the vehicle, the dashboard was damaged in the process. The dashboard was not yet repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The contact was informed that he was responsible to repair the dashboard out of pocket. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
My dashboard has a few cracks in it and they appeared over time due to the quality of the product. The safety concern is it is cracking around the passenger air bag which could affect the efficiency of the airbag. The product wear was mostly affected while the vehicle was stationary.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that he attempted to have the vehicle repaired under the federal safety agency campaign number: 21v052000 (air bags) but did not want to risk the passenger's side dashboard being cracked. The vehicle was taken to alderman's chevrolet buick gmc (65 windcrest rd, rutland, vt 05701) and was informed that there was a risk of cracking the passenger's side dashboard. The contact was informed that replacing the dashboard would then become an out of pocket for that expense. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and stated that they would not cover any repairs if the dashboard cracked while receiving the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Gm cracked dash
Cracked dashboard in several places. Possible obstruction of passenger side air bag in the event of deployment. Pieces of dashboard might become sharp pieces flying around the cab in case of a collision.
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?!!
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 the federal safety agency. The failure mileage was approximately 216,000.
The entire frame has rusted out on the truck we just had to get rid of it due to not being able to get inspection sticker on the vehicle,gm holds no accountability for this and there is plenty of complaints from others who have the same issue
My dashboard has cracks on the driver side and passenger side. The one on the passenger side affects the airbag and the one on the driver side has a run that won't stop.
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.
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
Takata recall dash is coming apart on the passenger side. The airbag light stays on because the dash is cracked where the airbag is located. This is on the passenger side. Fear for safety. We believe it is unsafe. It appears defective. Chevrolet refuses to fix.
Frame and body rusting real bad
Takara recall. Check airbag warning light on. Dealer informed me no date for repair parts. Dashboard broken and cracked in multiple places. Complete section broken out above steering wheel.
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.
My dash has cracks in many places that started within 6 months after the warranty expired. It continues to get worse. However what concerns me the most is they're three located around the passenger side airbag. How is this not a safety issue? If my airbag inflates the dash could puncture the airbag or pieces can be thrown toward the passenger or even the driver. If you search gm cracked dash you will find endless articles and videos of people with the same issue. This vehicle is driven by my teenage son who I would definitely want the airbags to work properly and not get punctured when inflated during a crash. Also as stated by many others we don't have a $1000 + to spend on a dash that should have never cracked in the first place.
Takata recal top dash desinigration
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that the dashboard was cracked all over starting at the corner of the passenger side air bag. The contact called service chevrolet lafayette (1212 ambassador caffery pkwy, lafayette, la 70506, phone number: (337) 234-9411) where it was determined that there was no open recall. The contact then took the vehicle to courtesy chevrolet cadillac broussard (1345 evangeline thruway, broussard, la 70518, phone number: (337) 347-8984) and was informed that they could replace the dashboard if he purchased another vehicle on the lot. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer stated that they could not repair the vehicle. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.
Dashboard has developed cracks in multiple locations. One is located by the passenger air bag. Another is located near the driver side instrument cluster. The one near the airbag is particularly worrisome. In the event that the airbag was to deploy, jagged pieces of plastic could puncture the airbag or be propelled at the vehicle occupants. The vehicle was not involved in any type of accident or crash. These cracks in the dashboard simply appeared over time and appear to be very common among chevy trucks in the model years of 2007-2013. I checked online and there are thousands of internet posts/forums discussing this problem. Gm should be held accountable for fixing this defect.
The chassis frame is rusting excessively in my truck with 34000 miles. Takata recall. Airbag light always on, seems defective.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v383000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Rhodes chevrolet of van buren, arkansas was made aware of the recall and stated that the parts were not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the dashboard was cracked near the air bag on the passenger side. The failure mileage was unknown. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Dashboard cracked by passenger air bag then two weeks later it cracked over the gauges.
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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet silverado 1500. While driving, the spare tire disconnected from its original location without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 124,000.
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