MYRModel Year Report

2008 Chevrolet Uplander

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2008 Chevrolet Uplander
RENDERED 2026-09-16T16:35:49.717Z

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: 119 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2009
2008: 119 complaints
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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%

24% of complaints: electrical system — 28 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing wiring and alternator/generator/regulator.

SERVICE BRAKES 18%

18% of complaints: service brakes — 22 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) 17%

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

STRUCTURE 17%

17% of complaints: structure — 20 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing body and door.

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

Also filed under AIR BAGS and UNKNOWN OR OTHER

POWER TRAIN 10%

10% of complaints: power train — 12 distinct reports on file.

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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, 20260914

Also filed under ENGINE and SUSPENSION

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 (28 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (22 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electronic stability control (esc) issues (20 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 10V110000 (suspension) has been completed.
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 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.