2008 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 12%of 58 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 131,116miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid, 12% of the 58 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 131,116 miles.
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 complaint towards my 2008 chevy Tahoe Hybrid is while driving my trucks stalls, twice already while driving off a parking lot onto the street it has shut off on me. Is getting to a point that I am afraid to drive it, I took it to the chevy place they kept it for 8-10 through 8/17, pick it up and the very next day the truck began stalling, dropped it off on a monday 8/21, called the service department on friday 8/25 and they said they can't fix it but they are going to keep it over the weekend to see what they can do. …”
NHTSA complaint #11019921, filed 2017-08, 131,116 miles“Vehicle shuts off randomly from stop to auto start transition feature. Modules has been updated to latest version. Problem still accumulating hybrid batteries soc 60% battery temperature inlet 81f outlet 107f 340volt total charge in the event of problem accured. Aux trans pump and module replaced new. Hybrid battery cooling fan replaced new. Problem still exist dealer cannot find the problem or they dont want to deal. In the even of shut off I loose brake power and steering power which I can not stop or steer the vehicle to pull over this results in serious safety issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11173479, filed 2019-02, 160,000 miles“I was driving when one of the lifters collapsed , I have had nothing but problems with this vehicle I submitted another complaint a while ago and hadn't heard nothing , now my back hatch wont open my doors on the passenger side don't lock with the button or remote I have done nothing but put money into this vehicle since I got it , it has an oil issue it fowls out the number 1 plug all the time ,ive changed the oil sensor and sending unit , the spider gear in the rear end shredded which there known for had to have that rebuilt ,I had the new valve cover put on , cv joint is leaking , paid…”
NHTSA complaint #11220498, filed 2019-06, 155,000 miles“Collapsed lifter number 7 , regularly fowls out the number one plug, spider gear in the rear end shredded had to be rebuilt , replaced valve cover because of oil issue , replaced oil pressure sending unit , replaced back wiper, passenger side door locks dont work with button or remote , clock quit working, engine light on again”
NHTSA complaint #11206936, filed 2019-05, 155,450 miles“Vehicle will jerk uncontrollably at times at parking lot speeds. Vehicle will stall at times when taking off from a stop. Vehicle will accelerate at times by itself witout pressing accelerator. Dealer claims it needs a new battery but cannot replicate problems. I disaggree with dealer and think vehicle is dangerous.”
NHTSA complaint #10863051, filed 2016-05, 115,000 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 11001321May 16, 2024This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
- 11000119Apr 26, 2024This service bulletin provides technicians with information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
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- 10245395Nov 6, 2023This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing…
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- 10237387May 30, 2023This service bulletin provides information on some vehicles that may rock or move slightly forward or rearward while in Park at start up after cold soak. This condition may be…
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 4 | 18% |
| 2008 | 7 | 12% |
Other parts of the 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid
13 complaintsAir bags
11 complaintsBrakes
9 complaintsEngine
9 complaintsSteering
6 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
5 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsElectronic stability control
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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