2008 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 7, 2023 · 58 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Tahoe Hybrid years
Far more complaints than other years 1st of 6 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 58 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid. That is the most of any Tahoe Hybrid model year in the database (6 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (13 complaints, 22%), typically at around 50,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System13 · ~50,000 mi
Air Bags11 · ~117,500 mi
Engine9 · ~108,156 mi
Power Train7 · ~131,116 mi
Service Brakes7 · ~117,000 mi
Steering6 · ~141,000 mi
Latches/locks/linkages5 · ~42,000 mi
Structure5 · ~89,000 mi
Unknown or Other5 · ~127,000 mi
Vehicle Speed Control4 · ~126,500 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System1322%50,000——
Air Bags1119%117,500——
Engine916%108,156——
Power Train712%131,116——
Service Brakes712%117,000——
Steering610%141,000——
Latches/locks/linkages59%42,000——
Structure59%89,000——
Unknown or Other59%127,000——
Vehicle Speed Control47%126,500——
Electronic Stability Control (esc)23%108,156——
Fuel/propulsion System23%106,000——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic23%20,500——
Suspension23%111,000——
Engine and Engine Cooling12%99,000——
Equipment Adaptive/mobility12%48,000——
Seats12%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2016, with 12 complaints
2009: 4200942010: 4201042011: 2201122013: 7201372014: 6201462015: 4201542016: 122016122017: 8201782018: 6201862019: 520195

n = 58 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2008 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • Pedestrian alert sounds (DP22005) — opened Jan 27, 2023, closed Aug 7, 2023, led to recall 22V063000.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

1# takata inflators replacement part is available with new part number.. They refuse to replace it insisting it's safe it's 100f every day here in the mojave desert .. They boost big claims it will not be an issue..which is laughable at best it seems like high heat is a issue for these air bags…

Air Bags · received Jul 9, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11230322

I was driving when one of the lifters collapsed , i have had nothing but problems with this vehicle i submitted another complaint a while ago and hadn't heard nothing , now my back hatch wont open my doors on the passenger side don't lock with the button or remote i have done nothing but put money…

Electrical System · received Jun 16, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11220498

Collapsed lifter number 7 , regularly fowls out the number one plug, spider gear in the rear end shredded had to be rebuilt , replaced valve cover because of oil issue , replaced oil pressure sending unit , replaced back wiper, passenger side door locks dont work with button or remote , clock quit…

Electrical System · received May 10, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11206936

The dashboard is cracked above the steering wheel and also around the passenger airbag.

Air Bags · received Feb 17, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11180609

Vehicle shuts off randomly from stop to auto start transition feature. Modules has been updated to latest version. Problem still accumulating hybrid batteries soc 60% battery temperature inlet 81f outlet 107f 340volt total charge in the event of problem accured. Aux trans pump and module replaced…

Service Brakes · received Feb 1, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11173479

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid?

Owners most often report electrical system, air bags, engine problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 13 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Tahoe Hybrid model years, the 2008 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.