2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 162 | 76 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 249 | 277 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 66,000 mi | 58,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Silverado | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 62 | 16 |
| Electrical System | 48 | 17 |
| Structure | 14 | 14 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 18 | 2 |
| Engine | 11 | 6 |
| Power Train | 12 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 8 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 5 |
2008 Chevrolet Silverado
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.