2008 Chevrolet Silverado Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 12about this part
- Share
- 7%of 162 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 48,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 12 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado, 7% of the 162 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 48,500 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My truck stayed parked for 10 days while on vacation. It was running fine when I parked it. Upon returning from vacation I tried to start it and nothing! It wont even try to turn over. After having a private mechanic look at it he said the fuse block under the hood has a short in it. How can it short out just sitting there? This could be a fire hazard & a safety issue!! I have 2 small children & if I were driving & it caught on fire we all could be injured!!!!!! This should open GM's eyes to have a recall on this vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #10547913, filed 2013-10, 72,125 miles“2008 Silverado ltz-44.000 mi. Upon stopping veh. Engine wouldn't stop when I applied the brakes, placing engine in neutral RPM,s went to 3x100, place back in drive it drop into normal zone. I nearly collided with a veh. In front of me also ran a red light at another time as engine got a life of its own. Chevy dlr inspd same said a pip had been issued for faulty throttle carbon build up. Repair same to no avail. This happens not all the time. So far chevy is unresponsive. This is a dangerous situation.”
NHTSA complaint #10312896, filed 2010-02, 44 miles“Within two months of purchasing my brand new Silverado, I noticed this issue and it has persisted. My vehicle now has 73,000 miles on it, and it happens even more frequently. I've brough this problem up to chevy on multiple occasions, and they have always told me to bring the vehicle when it's doing this, but within 30 minutes of operating the vehicle, the warning lights go off. Many times when I start my vehicle, the stabilitrack , and anti-lock brake system warning lights come on. There's normally a click/thud when I start the vehicle, immediately followed by the warning lights coming on. …”
NHTSA complaint #10626127, filed 2014-08, 1,200 miles“I have a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado crew cab that makes clanking sound when the transmission shifts into third gear. I went to the local dealership and was told that this is normal for this truck . The truck has less than 16,000 miles on it. The mechanic told me that he was surprised that it had not started making this noise sooner . It has become progressively louder and can be heard with the windows down. Coincidentally, this is the same sound the truck started making a few months ago when I would take off at a stoplight/stop sign. …”
NHTSA complaint #10293367, filed 2009-11, 15,731 miles“Both (upper and lower) transmission cooler lines leaking. Dealer advised both lines needed replacement at cost of $988.88, and not covered by the power train warranty. Appears to be leaking from crimp area on both lines. Independent transmission shop advised stock (GM) cooler lines cannot handle the pressure of the allison transmission. Recommended replacement with aftermarket braided lines.”
NHTSA complaint #10449246, filed 2012-02, 32,120 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10113664May 29, 2015This informational bulletin provides technicians with information regarding automatic transmission oil cooler flow test essential tool J-45096 TransFlow®.
- 10057959Mar 1, 2015This tsb comtains an owner notification letter . Select document search button below. General motors: 2008 chevrolet silverado, sierra hd diesel: some models are experiencing…
- 10057635Mar 1, 2015General motors 2008 chevrolet silverado hd diesel: tsb contains an owner notification letter. Select document search button below. Gmc sierra hd diesel: equipped with allison 6…
- 10057263Jan 1, 2015General motors: see document search button for owners letter. 2008 chevrolet silverado, gmc sierra hd, some 2008 models with 6 speed automatic have a transmission fluid leak…
- 10043845Feb 1, 2014Gm: slips in reverse or third, delayed reverse or drive engagement, dtc p0776, p2715, p2723, harsh 2-3 shifts (inspect 1-2-3-/ 3-5-r housing and pump seal rings). This condition…
- 10112036Jan 28, 2014This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a groan, growl, or moan coming from the vehicle when operating the…
- 10112030Jan 24, 2014This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a groan, growl, or moan coming from the vehicle when operating the…
- 10112437Oct 31, 2013This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a random bump, chuggle, or fishbite sensation when crowding the…
- 10112401Oct 9, 2013This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have not engagement into drive, delayed, no engagement into reverse, and or…
- 10036204Oct 1, 2013Chevrolet/gmc: delayed or no drive and delayed or no reverse with dtc's, range inhibit. Model years 2001-2013. *pe updated on 06/08/2011. *kb updated on 06/16/2011. *kb updated…
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 33 | 26% |
| 2016 | 1 | 20% |
| 2015 | 11 | 14% |
| 2014 | 37 | 30% |
| 2013 | 11 | 17% |
| 2012 | 11 | 16% |
| 2011 | 4 | 5% |
| 2010 | 7 | 11% |
| 2009 | 3 | 4% |
| 2008 | 12 | 7% |
| 2007 | 21 | 11% |
| 2006 | 8 | 4% |
| 2005 | 29 | 9% |
| 2004 | 49 | 8% |
| 2003 | 81 | 12% |
| 2002 | 70 | 10% |
| 2001 | 64 | 7% |
| 2000 | 103 | 8% |
| 1999 | 97 | 6% |
| 1998 | 14 | 5% |
| 1997 | 35 | 13% |
| 1996 | 22 | 12% |
| 1995 | 20 | 8% |
| 1994 | 7 | 3% |
| 1993 | 1 | 1% |
| 1992 | 4 | 10% |
| 1990 | 1 | 4% |
| 1988 | 2 | 13% |
Other parts of the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
62 complaintsElectrical system
48 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
18 complaintsBody and structure
14 complaintsEngine
11 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsOther or unknown
8 complaintsSeat belts
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaintsExterior lighting
4 complaintsFuel system
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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