2008 Chevrolet Tahoe Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 13about this part
- Share
- 2%of 528 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 66,988miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 13 complaints about the suspension of the 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2% of the 528 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 66,988 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.
“The service suspension system warning message came on when starting the vehicle, prompting me to search for warranty information upon which I discovered this recall information. Please advise me how to get this problem fixed under recall if this situation applies. Thank you.”
NHTSA complaint #10508164, filed 2013-04, 63,975 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“Hi I purchase 2008 chevy Tahoe brand new. How I called last year to GM support as for this my door lock problem. They told me we will take care of this just take it to nearest dealer which was 220 miles away from where I live. ( and I was told they will take care of it. ) support dept got me an appointment set everything up. I drove in to dealership they look at all my complains. And got me quote for all the repair needs to be perform. Door lock problem is a know issue to GM I am not the only one who's affected. But dealership told us. That GM would not pay for repair. …”
NHTSA complaint #10459775, filed 2012-05, 34,000 miles“2008 Tahoe ltz - automatic load leveling air suspension in the rear is pressured up so high that it is as if there is no suspension in the rear. It will not adjust to lower pressure. This is very dangerous. On the highway saturday, a road that I have traveled many times in another vehicle, I ran over two small bumps and the rear end of the Tahoe bounced off the road. Had I not correctly corrected I may not be writing this. Again, this is a very dangerous defect. I will take the Tahoe in to michael Chevrolet tomorrow morning and hope they can correct this. …”
NHTSA complaint #10244442, filed 2008-10, 3,100 miles“The vehicle exhibits accelerated side to side movements in side winds and when following high profile vehicles. The side to side movement is extreme enough to cause mild discomfort from the safety belts and will cause the vehicle operator to be come disoriented. Inclement weather makes the problem intolerable.”
NHTSA complaint #10308804, filed 2010-02, 15,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11007936Aug 22, 2024This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 11007935Aug 22, 2024This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 10197306May 25, 2021This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with the steps to diagnosis and repair vehicles with various handling, vehicle dynamics…
- 10195128Apr 9, 2021This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 10188403Jan 29, 2021This 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.
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1 | 1% |
| 2021 | 8 | 2% |
| 2020 | 2 | 4% |
| 2019 | 3 | 3% |
| 2018 | 2 | 2% |
| 2017 | 3 | 2% |
| 2016 | 19 | 7% |
| 2015 | 52 | 8% |
| 2014 | 1 | 1% |
| 2013 | 5 | 2% |
| 2012 | 2 | 1% |
| 2011 | 4 | 1% |
| 2010 | 1 | 0% |
| 2009 | 2 | 1% |
| 2008 | 13 | 2% |
| 2007 | 13 | 1% |
| 2006 | 2 | 2% |
| 2005 | 5 | 2% |
| 2004 | 7 | 2% |
| 2003 | 14 | 3% |
| 2002 | 19 | 4% |
| 2001 | 13 | 3% |
| 2000 | 7 | 2% |
| 1999 | 26 | 5% |
| 1998 | 13 | 5% |
| 1997 | 30 | 7% |
| 1996 | 7 | 2% |
| 1995 | 5 | 2% |
| 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 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
9 complaintsBrakes
8 complaintsSeat belts
7 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
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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