2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vs 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 914 | 360 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,372 | 1,650 |
| Investigations | 3 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 33 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 73,000 mi | 69,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | Chevrolet Silverado 1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 594 | 197 |
| Electrical System | 91 | 21 |
| Structure | 60 | 38 |
| Engine | 44 | 30 |
| Power Train | 25 | 24 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 37 | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 10 | 19 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 19 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 43 | 21 |
| Airbag warning light | 36 | 10 |
| Stalling | 29 | 9 |
| Check engine light | 20 | 10 |
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 7 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 7 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 6 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 7 |
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.