2008 GMC C5500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other C5500 years
- Not enough data 3rd of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2008 GMC C5500. That ranks 3rd out of 6 C5500 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 GMC C5500 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2008 GMC C5500 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery
Problem: DUECO Inc. (DUECO), a manufacturer of utility vehicles, is recalling certain Dueco-modified model year 2009-2011 International 4300, 2010 International 4400, 2009 and 2011 International 7400, 2010 Freightliner M2, 2008-2009 GMC C5500, and 2011 Ford F-750 vehicles, equipped with Sure Power DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
Risk: Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: DUECO will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the converters, free of charge. The recall began on May 29, 2014. Owners may contact Dueco at 1-800-558-4004.
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Vehicle would stop, or would run without brakes (abs) and would not crank. Then it would crank. Was told by repair shop that it was the wiring harness. We believe it is a dangerous manufacturing defect and gmc should recall it. Gmc has already issued technical service bulletin sb-09-06-03-004a…
Other GMC C5500 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 C5500 | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 | 1 | 1 |
| 2007 C5500 | 1 | 1 |
| 2006 C5500 | 1 | 2 |
| 2005 C5500 | 3 | 0 |
| 2003 C5500 | 2 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 GMC C5500?
Owners most often report electrical system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2008 GMC C5500?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2008 GMC C5500 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other C5500 model years, the 2008 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.