MYRModel Year Report

2008 Chevrolet Uplander

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2008 Chevrolet Uplander
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:47:16.254Z

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
119
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2008

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Electrical system

24% of complaints

Complaints per year

2005: 196 complaints 2005 2006: 158 complaints 2006 2007: 109 complaints 2007 2008: 119 complaints 2008 119 2009: 2 complaints 2009
2005: 196 complaints 2005 2006: 158 complaints 2006 2007: 109 complaints 2007 2008: 119 complaints 2008 119 2009: 2 complaints 2009
2005: 196 complaints 2005 2006: 158 complaints 2006 2007: 109 complaints 2007 2008: 119 complaints 2008 119 2009: 2 complaints 2009

2008: 119 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
2005196
2006158
2007109
2008119
20092

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

24% · 28 reports

Most commonly citing wiring and alternator/generator/regulator.

Service brakes

18% · 22 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

Electronic stability control (esc)

17% · 20 reports

Structure

17% · 20 reports

Most commonly citing body and door.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

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, 2018-11-26

Also filed under Air bags

Power train

10% · 12 reports
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Bought on 8/1/26 Within a week I noticed bad vibrations when slowing down, power steering issues, began to over heat with no warning changed thermostat, still had issues now I find my water pump, power steering pump are bad, brakes rotors front and...

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-14

Also filed under Engine and suspension

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2010-06-04Suspension10V110000 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…

    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2008 Chevrolet Uplander — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 28 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 22 reports on file for this year.
  • Electronic stability control (esc): 20 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 10V110000 · Suspension
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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 24% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Chevrolet Uplander have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.