2008 Chevrolet Suburban Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 30about this part
- Share
- 14%of 213 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 80,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 30 complaints about the body and structure of the 2008 Chevrolet Suburban, 14% of the 213 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 80,000 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Two large cracks in dash, one over instrument cluster and the other where dash meets airbag. I noticed a very small crack approx four years ago and has now grown substantially. Researching this on the internet has shown this is a widespread problem with these vehicles, I am just one more complaining of a serious design flaw with possible safety ramifications.”
NHTSA complaint #10807089, filed 2015-11, 50,000 miles“Dash board has been cracking over the last 3 years. Even though a sun blocker screen has been used. Oil has been used weekly so that it does not dry out , when I wash it. But it started cracking more and more. Now the cracks are where the airbags are. I have reported it to the company last year but no response”
NHTSA complaint #10894255, filed 2016-08, 15,000 miles“Our 2008 Suburban dash has starting cracking upon further review exactly where many others are having the issues. My concern is that one area is around the air bags and as it continues to deteriorate there may be issues with safety device. Based on what I have seen across web is that it is a malfunction of the product.”
NHTSA complaint #10546591, filed 2013-10, 82,000 miles“Began noticing large cracks on dashboard, which has caused the entire front instrument panel to shift. Panel now sags 1/4 lower on right side. Cracks are also surrounding airbag locations. Should airbags deploy, the plastic could be very dangerous (ie, shrapnel) also, electric lift-gate has failed twice, falling while I am underneath it. I was not injured. Vehicle was stationary in both instances of the cracks and the failed lift-gate.”
NHTSA complaint #10864494, filed 2016-05, 98,000 miles“Passenger's side handle of our 08 Suburban kept cutting people's hands on exit. Finally had dealer replace for $120+. Now, about a month later, my side (driver) is doing the same thing. This is obviously a quality/design defect and I don't feel I should have to pay for these repairs when I've found so many online with the same problem. Currently I'm typing this with a sliced index finger that hurts like sin. Thanks for any help.”
NHTSA complaint #10352425, filed 2010-08, 71,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10213818May 31, 2022This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint…
- 10197294May 12, 2021This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint…
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | 2% |
| 2023 | 5 | 4% |
| 2021 | 2 | 1% |
| 2019 | 1 | 1% |
| 2018 | 1 | 1% |
| 2017 | 1 | 1% |
| 2016 | 12 | 5% |
| 2015 | 34 | 8% |
| 2014 | 8 | 14% |
| 2013 | 23 | 19% |
| 2012 | 23 | 23% |
| 2011 | 26 | 18% |
| 2010 | 28 | 24% |
| 2009 | 11 | 10% |
| 2008 | 30 | 14% |
| 2007 | 42 | 14% |
| 2006 | 5 | 22% |
| 2005 | 11 | 9% |
| 2004 | 3 | 1% |
| 2003 | 11 | 4% |
| 2002 | 4 | 1% |
| 2001 | 14 | 3% |
| 2000 | 16 | 6% |
| 1999 | 20 | 3% |
| 1998 | 4 | 2% |
| 1997 | 4 | 1% |
| 1996 | 7 | 2% |
| 1995 | 16 | 4% |
| 1994 | 4 | 0% |
| 1993 | 9 | 2% |
| 1992 | 2 | 1% |
| 1991 | 1 | 2% |
| 1990 | 1 | 2% |
| 1989 | 2 | 3% |
| 1988 | 2 | 7% |
| 1984 | 1 | 17% |
Other parts of the 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
96 complaintsOther or unknown
41 complaintsEngine
25 complaintsElectrical system
22 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
20 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsFuel system
6 complaintsElectronic stability control
5 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
5 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsSuspension
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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