2008 GMC Sierra 2500 Equipment Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 3%of 63 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 3,532miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the equipment of the 2008 GMC Sierra 2500, 3% of the 63 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 3,532 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.
“Received service trailer brake system on message center. Dealer found open wire in factory installed trailer brake wiring harness at e-brake assembly and repaired wire, under vehicle's warranty. Problem was possibly due to wire rubbing against e-brake assembly.”
NHTSA complaint #10379538, filed 2011-01, 4,363 miles“The contact owns a 2008 Gmc SIERRA 2500. While driving 35 MPH, the contact noticed that the camper was full of dust and dirt due to holes under the vehicle and around the tailgate. The dealer stated that the cause of the failure was unknown and they installed a bed liner. The engine size was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 2,700.”
NHTSA complaint #10205681, filed 2007-10, 2,700 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10251888Mar 11, 2024This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
- 10249590Jan 16, 2024This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 10249980Jan 12, 2024This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately…
- 10247552Dec 12, 2023This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
- 10244201Sep 26, 2023This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
- 10244200Sep 26, 2023This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).
- 10244214Sep 21, 2023This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
- 10241415Aug 1, 2023This service bulletin provides information on a guide to help reduce repeat visits for the same customer concern.
- 10240793Jul 18, 2023This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint…
- 10237841Jun 1, 2023This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. Dealers Only).
Equipment: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 7% |
| 2019 | 2 | 6% |
| 2018 | 4 | 11% |
| 2017 | 4 | 11% |
| 2008 | 2 | 3% |
| 2005 | 1 | 1% |
| 2004 | 3 | 2% |
| 2003 | 2 | 1% |
| 2002 | 2 | 1% |
| 2001 | 2 | 1% |
| 2000 | 1 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2008 GMC Sierra 2500
39 complaintsOther or unknown
9 complaintsEngine
4 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 GMC Sierra 2500
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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