MYRModel Year Report

2008 GMC Sierra

▲ Better than typical
2008 GMC Sierra
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:48:21.946Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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
68
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2008

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Air bags

44% of complaints

Complaints per year

1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 2 complaints 1987: 1 complaint 1988: 6 complaints 1989: 16 complaints 1989 1990: 18 complaints 1991: 12 complaints 1992: 30 complaints 1993: 72 complaints 1993 1994: 190 complaints 1995: 261 complaints 1996: 246 complaints 1997: 238 complaints 1997 1998: 190 complaints 1999: 600 complaints 2000: 443 complaints 2001: 264 complaints 2001 2002: 249 complaints 2003: 206 complaints 2004: 188 complaints 2005: 117 complaints 2006: 53 complaints 2007: 59 complaints 2008: 68 complaints 2008 68 2009: 37 complaints 2010: 34 complaints 2011: 43 complaints 2012: 29 complaints 2013: 39 complaints 2013 2014: 101 complaints 2015: 53 complaints 2016: 6 complaints 2017: 61 complaints 2017
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 2 complaints 1987: 1 complaint 1987 1988: 6 complaints 1989: 16 complaints 1989 1990: 18 complaints 1991: 12 complaints 1991 1992: 30 complaints 1993: 72 complaints 1993 1994: 190 complaints 1995: 261 complaints 1995 1996: 246 complaints 1997: 238 complaints 1997 1998: 190 complaints 1999: 600 complaints 1999 2000: 443 complaints 2001: 264 complaints 2001 2002: 249 complaints 2003: 206 complaints 2003 2004: 188 complaints 2005: 117 complaints 2005 2006: 53 complaints 2007: 59 complaints 2008: 68 complaints 2008 68 2009: 37 complaints 2010: 34 complaints 2011: 43 complaints 2011 2012: 29 complaints 2013: 39 complaints 2013 2014: 101 complaints 2015: 53 complaints 2015 2016: 6 complaints 2017: 61 complaints 2017
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 2 complaints 1987: 1 complaint 1987 1988: 6 complaints 1989: 16 complaints 1989 1990: 18 complaints 1991: 12 complaints 1991 1992: 30 complaints 1993: 72 complaints 1993 1994: 190 complaints 1995: 261 complaints 1995 1996: 246 complaints 1997: 238 complaints 1997 1998: 190 complaints 1999: 600 complaints 1999 2000: 443 complaints 2001: 264 complaints 2001 2002: 249 complaints 2003: 206 complaints 2003 2004: 188 complaints 2005: 117 complaints 2005 2006: 53 complaints 2007: 59 complaints 2008: 68 complaints 2008 68 2009: 37 complaints 2010: 34 complaints 2011: 43 complaints 2011 2012: 29 complaints 2013: 39 complaints 2013 2014: 101 complaints 2015: 53 complaints 2015 2016: 6 complaints 2017: 61 complaints 2017

2008: 68 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19821
19832
19871
19886
198916
199018
199112
199230
199372
1994190
1995261
1996246
1997238
1998190
1999600
2000443
2001264
2002249
2003206
2004188
2005117
200653
200759
200868
200937
201034
201143
201229
201339
2014101
201553
20166
201761

Known problem areas

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

Air bags

44% · 30 reports

Most commonly citing sensor/control module.

CRASHINJURY
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On October 15, 2013, approx 7:45 am, single occupant, was entering the exit ramp from freeway when truck crashed and rolled twice. The air bags did not deploy. Truck was completely totaled.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-07-22

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 GMC Sierra. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, she lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a tree. Upon impact, the air bag did not deploy contributing to the injury of the contact.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-07-10

Tl*the contact owns a 2008 GMC Sierra. While driving approximately 25 MPH on normal road conditions the contact became unconscious and crashed into a utility pole. The police and ambulance arrived and the driver was transported to the hospital.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-09-22

Electrical system

22% · 15 reports
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2008 GMC Sierra. Consumer writes regarding heated washer fluid system *tgw the consumer stated he received a recall notice in the mail regarding the heated washer fluid system.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-08-04

Structure

18% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing body and underbody shields.

Latches/locks/linkages

16% · 11 reports

Steering

3% · 2 reports
CRASH
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Driving home, the spindle arm broke, causing the tires to lose steering ability, leading to the loss of control and the truck going into pensacola bay. No airbag deployment. Driver knocked unconscious.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-05-16

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2008-02-04Preliminary evaluationClosed 2008-06-12 Non-crash engine compartment fires
  2. I
    2008-06-12Engineering analysisClosed 2008-09-08 Non-crash engine compartment fires
  3. R
    2008-09-12Electrical system08V441000 GM is recalling 857,735 my 2006-2008 Buick lucerne; Cadillac dts; hummer H2; my 2007-2008 Cadillac escalade, escalade esv, escalade ext; Chevrolet avalanche, silverado, suburban, tahoe; GMC Acadia…

    Remedy: Dealers will install a wire harness with an in-line fuse free of charge. The recall began on September 12, 2008. Owners may contact Buick at 1-866-608-8080; Cadillac at 1-800-982-2339 or…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  4. R
    2010-06-11Electrical system10V240000 GM is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Buick, lucerne; Cadillac dts; hummer H2; model year 2008-2009 Buick enclave; Cadillac cts; model year 2007-2009 Cadillac escalade, escalade esv, escalade…

    Remedy: Dealers will permanently disable and remove the heated washer fluid module. An updated page for the owner manual will be provided and inserted in the owner manual to document that the feature has…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2008 GMC Sierra — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Air bags: 30 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 15 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 12 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 08V441000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 10V240000 · Electrical system
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2008 GMC Sierra reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2008 GMC Sierra is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2008 GMC Sierra?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 44% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 GMC Sierra have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

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