2008 Chevrolet Suburban engine problems
25 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2008 Chevrolet Suburban — 12% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The dash board in the vehicle is cracked and none is able to fix problems. The engine misfire and to figure out the problem cost lost of money. The lifters goes bad on vehicle. Suspension works always need.”
filed Aug 4, 2023
“The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would shut off without warning. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic who was unable to diagnose the failure. The contact has had multiple repairs performed on the…”
filed Oct 7, 2021
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil.
03-06-01-023I · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Dec 18, 2024
Engine problems in other Suburban years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Suburban | 18 | 49% |
| 2023 Suburban | 59 | 52% |
| 2022 Suburban | 52 | 49% |
| 2021 Suburban | 76 | 42% |
| 2020 Suburban | 15 | 36% |
| 2019 Suburban | 24 | 32% |
| 2018 Suburban | 18 | 22% |
| 2017 Suburban | 25 | 18% |
| 2016 Suburban | 27 | 12% |
| 2015 Suburban | 39 | 9% |
| 2014 Suburban | 1 | 2% |
| 2013 Suburban | 16 | 14% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.