2008 Chevrolet Tahoe Engine Problems
- 20
- 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 20 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- engine light · 7 records
- check engine · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 6 |
| 30–60k mi | 5 |
| 100–150k mi | 4 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
Gas engine run away check engine light illuminated with p0069, p0430 (emissions codes) engine uncontrollably revved to maximum 6000 rpm (max throttle)while in drive gear from autostop resume.. Cruse control not enabled slight uphill grade required engine to be shut off with key same day as first event while in drive gear from autostop resume with cruse control enabled at 25 mph engine uncontrollably revved to…
ODI 11243090
Engine
I purchased my tahoe from the dealer brand new and always took it to get serviced at the same dealer. In 2015 i took it in for a check engine light and they said there was a misfire and they replaced the camshaft and machined the heads stating that the valves were leaking. Repairs cost nearly $3000. This year 2018 in march the engine light came on again. The dealer stated that there was a misfire in a cylinder the…
ODI 11103689
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Engine
All ip warning lamps illuminated, loss of power, stalling, gage fluctuation, intermittent door lock operation. Vehicle was in motion on highway when this occurred. Error codes include u0073, u0121m u0101, u0242 ( from dealership analysis). Cause unknown. Vehicle has been in dealership more than 7 weeks without cause of problem not isolated. Technician stated crackling sound when grasping wiring in dashboard area.…
ODI 11093883
Air Bags · Engine
La luz de la bolsa de aire se prendio repentinamente igualmente paso la luz del motor ya se cambio todo la sealant la computadora se apaga por 2 dias y luego se enciende .el diler areglo para pasar la inspeccio pera see prendio nuevamente
ODI 11046483
Electronic Stability Control · Engine
Reduced power to engine while driving on a highway
ODI 11003240
Engine
Tapping noise in lifters developed at five days ago. Vehicle mileage is 58,000 miles. Chevy dealer informed us the repair would be $4,000-$5000. We have complete maintenance and repair records on the vehicle and purchased it new in november 2007. We are the only owners
ODI 11001255
Engine
Engine has very loud valve type tapping noise at idle and in gear. Engine light is on and engine is burning excessive engine oil between oil changes.
ODI 10967816
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet tahoe hybrid. While driving 55 mph, the vehicle began to shudder and jerk. The vehicle was pulled over to the shoulder and was towed to a dealer. The dealer diagnosed that the hydraulic lifters needed to be replaced. An engine overhaul was performed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.
ODI 10947837
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Suspension
Complain to dealer prior to gm warranty expiration and extended warranty expiration but now that warranty expired willing to investigate. Constant p0300 random misfire detected on cylinder 5. Misfires over 20 times within 60 seconds via gm fast test (launch software version v44.30) happen at idle or in motion leveling / suspension / stability system constantly alert during motion. Also have crack on dash that leads…
ODI 10864697
Engine
I bought my 2008 chevrolet tahoe brand new. People laugh at me because i've always dealt with the dealership on everything including all oil changes. Now i'm being told that i have lifter and cam problems. I complained about the engine light being on 5 months prior to be told this. I was informed that the check engine light was on because of the tps sticking. I'm a single mother of 2. I purchased a new vehicle not…
ODI 10788844
Engine · Power Train
I purchased this car with 69k on the dash by the time i got to 80k i started having problems with misfires upon further inspection i found out my engine lifters went out while driving on the highway in the vehicle went into limp mode. I called gm they offered no repair assistance and aknowledged this was a common problem. However they havent released a recall to help or reimburse the many people that have had this…
ODI 10808544
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet tahoe. While driving at 5 mph, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 69,900.
ODI 10703071
Engine
We had this same recurring problem with this tahoe for the last 10k miles. Sometimes when driving at higher speed or just idling, it will display a "reduced engine power" and you will loose all power. Engine is still running and lights and radio will work, but you get no power when pressing the gas. Its scary because it happens so suddenly with out any warning. We have spend a couple of thousand dollars trying to…
ODI 10618017
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
While driving vehicle completely stalls no electrical not even hazard lights. I was driving and radio started to static and then car stalled was not able to turn on hazards making it very dangerous as other vehicles were not able to see that i was stalled and got very close to hitting my truck had to call for help as i was sitting in intersection had no way of telling them i was unable to move had to open my doors…
ODI 10568940
Body · Engine · Power Train · Suspension
The truck was having dry start ups winter or summer..could hear the lifters tapping really hard until oil hits it,,lifters collasped on right side now the left is doing the same and warranty wont fix..also the leveling pump keeps going out and this it rhe second one in two years that had to be replaced..also the driver mirror will not role in so when i park noone wont hit it..also dash is craxk over the passenger…
ODI 10855579
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet tahoe. The contact stated that the vehicle caught on fire. The vehicle was parked in a residential garage when the fire started. The contact stated that the vehicle had been sitting for 6 hours prior to the fire. The fire and police departments were contacted and responded to the fire. The fire department stated that the hottest part of the fire was on the driver's side between…
Fire reported
ODI 10514805
Electrical System · Engine
First problem was the vehicle would not crank. The vehicle had to be jumped off and then it cranked quickly. While driving the vehicle, the window control, speakers and heater would go in/ out of operation. The speakers in all four doors would go out then come back on at different times. Sometimes they would work all at once, other times one, two or even three may come on and off. The heater would come on blowing…
ODI 10492967
Engine · Power Train
Heard a ticking sound coming from engine, sounded like an exhaust leak. Took in for inspection was advised that there was a broken bolt on exhaust manifold in the rear. Was advised it was not covered under warranty or extended warranty as it fell under "exhaust" and "fastener" components that are not covered. After searching the internet, i have found that this is a very common issue. This is a fire hazard and will…
ODI 10483556
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
While traveling out of town stabilitrac disabled engine power reduced on the highway. I had to pull over to the shoulder since speed was reduced. I had to turn off vehicle for a few minutes to let the ecm reset the fault. I distracted driver rearended the vehicle when i was stranded with my family inside the vehicle.
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 10763007
Engine
Check engine light began flashing, check stabilitrak light came on, engine sputtered. This was first of 4 incidents from oil consumption issue gm has with this engine. They didn't recall the engine, but had a protocol - a series of bandaids that shops used to repair or prolong. Ultimate step is engine rebuild/replacement, which gm did under warranty for those "in the know." my dealership in small town hamilton, oh,…
ODI 10483359