2008 Chevrolet Uplander

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2008 Chevrolet Uplander
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:43:35.646Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Uplander Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2008 highlighted. 2005: 196 complaints 2005 2006: 158 complaints 2006 2007: 109 complaints 2007 2008: 118 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2009
2008: 118 complaints
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YearComplaints
2005196
2006158
2007109
2008118
20092

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 21%

21% of complaints: electrical system — 25 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) 17%

17% of complaints: electronic stability control (esc) — 20 distinct reports on file.

SERVICE BRAKES 11%

11% of complaints: service brakes — 13 distinct reports on file.

POWER TRAIN 9%

9% of complaints: power train — 11 distinct reports on file.

STRUCTURE 8%

8% of complaints: structure — 10 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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TAMARA RECALL WE WERE IN AN ACCIDENT, WE HIT A 190IB DEER AT 70MPH AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. WAS DRIVING ON INTERSTATE 49 SOUTH.

NHTSA ODI report, 20181126

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20100604 — suspension

THE BRAUN CORPORATION HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA ABOUT A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2008 GENERAL MOTORS MOBILITY CONVERSION, HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE LOW FLOOR MINIVANS. DURING CONVERSION, THE DRIVER OR

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND WILL HAVE A SUPPLY OF RETROFIT PARTS AVAILABLE TO REMEDY THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 4, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BRAUN AT 1-800-488-0359.

Campaign 10V110000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 Chevrolet Uplander — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (25 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electronic stability control (esc) issues (20 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (13 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 10V110000 (suspension) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2008 Chevrolet Uplander reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chevrolet Uplander?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 Chevrolet Uplander have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.