2008 Chevrolet Tahoe Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 1%of 528 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 89,400miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the steering of the 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe, 1% of the 528 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 89,400 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, 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.
“2008 Tahoe 2mode hybird 6.0l trim: hy2 with electrical power assisted steering freeway off ramp 45-50mph A/C was on at the time medium setting radio was on at the time engine running issue. Had a momentary loss of power steering in emergency maneuver... Not only did the SUV keep going straight the wheel locked up(like if it was off and would not move at all) everything was fine after that momentary loss of epas was able to come to a complete stop without accident... I had a good following distance from the car in front of me and they moved out of the way (fast)so did I. …”
NHTSA complaint #11228517, filed 2019-06, 89,400 miles“I bought my chevy Tahoe in 2012.when I bought this vehicle,this vehicle had 20 inch tires that came with it.because of the larger,low profile tires,this has caused a bumpy ride and has caused many repairs to the front end suspension.I have changed the ball joints a few times,wheel hubs,front shocks,steering column ujoint,and constantly getting front end alignments.when I go over bumps,my truck shifts to either left or right.I decided in 2020 to changed my tires to a different make and model thinking this would correct problem.it didnt correct problem.I have spent alot of money for nothing”
NHTSA complaint #11378081, filed 2020-12, 175,000 miles“a few thing is on my car I have got new battery, right hub Barrier and to get left repaired! Light on in care say contraction something has to do by power steering”
NHTSA complaint #11591989, filed 2024-06“Sudden Loss of power steering & Complete Loss of Steering control movement.. It caused a minor injury to my hand... Friction burn to both palms and sore finger joints Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Have not taken it in for service yet.. …”
NHTSA complaint #11453032, filed 2022-02Related service bulletins
- 11017868Apr 11, 2025This service bulletin provides a procedure to flush and bleed power steering system to correct a power steering noise or fluid leak concern that is caused during extremely low…
- 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…
- 10242061Aug 7, 2023This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10233331Mar 8, 2023This service bulletin provides a procedure to flush and bleed power steering system to correct a power steering noise or fluid leak concern that is caused during extremely low…
- 10222777Sep 16, 2022This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 4% |
| 2024 | 4 | 6% |
| 2023 | 5 | 2% |
| 2022 | 3 | 2% |
| 2021 | 15 | 3% |
| 2020 | 6 | 11% |
| 2019 | 8 | 7% |
| 2018 | 11 | 10% |
| 2017 | 5 | 3% |
| 2016 | 20 | 8% |
| 2015 | 70 | 11% |
| 2014 | 4 | 4% |
| 2013 | 5 | 2% |
| 2012 | 4 | 2% |
| 2011 | 3 | 1% |
| 2010 | 2 | 1% |
| 2009 | 8 | 3% |
| 2008 | 6 | 1% |
| 2007 | 10 | 1% |
| 2006 | 5 | 4% |
| 2005 | 19 | 6% |
| 2004 | 29 | 6% |
| 2003 | 52 | 10% |
| 2002 | 40 | 9% |
| 2001 | 18 | 4% |
| 2000 | 10 | 4% |
| 1999 | 46 | 8% |
| 1998 | 31 | 12% |
| 1997 | 105 | 26% |
| 1996 | 11 | 4% |
| 1995 | 5 | 2% |
| 1994 | 1 | 5% |
| 1993 | 1 | 13% |
Other parts of the 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
233 complaintsOther or unknown
93 complaintsElectrical system
87 complaintsBody and structure
79 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
60 complaintsEngine
27 complaintsVehicle speed control
16 complaintsFuel system
14 complaintsElectronic stability control
13 complaintsSuspension
13 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
9 complaintsBrakes
8 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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