2008 Chevrolet Suburban engine problems

Filed Aug 4, 2023 · Engine, Suspension · SC

The dash board in the vehicle is cracked and none is able to fix problems. The engine misfire and to figure out the problem cost lost of money. The lifters goes bad on vehicle. Suspension works always need.

Filed Oct 7, 2021 · Engine, Transmission · 169,000 miles · OH

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would shut off without warning. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic who was unable to diagnose the failure. The contact has had multiple repairs performed on the engine; however, the failure persisted. The dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 169,000.

Filed Mar 8, 2021 · Engine · 130,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet suburban. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle loss motive power with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was unable to be restarted. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic who informed the contact that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.

Filed Nov 4, 2019 · Airbags, Electrical · 183,789 miles · TX

Dash has cracked by airbag. Engine just stops while driving and comes right back on after vehicle is turned off won't start needs to sit awhile then it starts and radio n temp panel goes to default.

Filed Sep 3, 2019 · Engine · 34,600 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet suburban. When the engine was started, the vehicle shook violently. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump failed and needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the vehicle was in the process of being repaired. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided case number: 9-5466810529. The approximate failure mileage was 34,600.

Filed Jun 19, 2019 · Airbags, Engine · MI

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 chevrolet suburban. The contact stated that the check engine and tire pressure monitoring system indicators illuminated. The contact received a recall notice for the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v381000 (air bags). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called mark chevrolet (33200 michigan ave, wayne, mi 48184, (734) 629-4964) and was informed that the parts were not available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was unknown. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed May 10, 2018 · Engine · 122,000 miles · CA

A lifter went bad

Filed Oct 23, 2017 · Engine · 120,000 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet suburban. While driving various speeds, the vehicle lost power and the vehicle failed to accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The contact stated that various warning indicators were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to manassas chevrolet (8000 sudley rd, manassas, va 20109 (703) 596-3031) where it was diagnosed that the catalytic converter needed replacement. The contact stated that the catalytic converter was replaced, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was then taken to luck chevrolet (516 s washington hwy, ashland, va 23005 (804) 368-6473) where it was diagnosed that the number one and seven spark plugs were covered with oil gunk. The spark plugs were replaced. The dealer also stated that the motor in the vehicle was burning oil and continuously caused the number one and 7 spark plugs to fail. The contact stated that the failure would recur every 3-4 months. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not assist. The failure mileage was 120,000.

Filed Jul 25, 2017 · Engine · 132,000 miles · SC

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet suburban. The contact stated while attempting to start vehicle, it failed to start. The check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer myrtle beach chevrolet cadillac located at 1785 highway 501 myrtle beach sc 29577 where it diagnosed that the electronic control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and opened case number: 8-3107409216. The contact had experienced a failure. The failure mileage was 132,000.

Filed Jun 28, 2017 · Engine · 127,800 miles · TX

Check engine light turned on took it in for code results bad firing on plug 7. Replaced still engine running rough and light is still on. After research it seems that the throttle position sensor seems to go bad on these vehicles? Of course it is out of warranty, makes me wonder if this should be a recall?