2008 Chevrolet Tahoe Consumer Discussions

Chevy Tahoe Door Lock Problem

• Re: Lot's of electrical issues with 2008 chevy Tahoe [matty72]

  Written by: gmcustsvcsarah on May 25, 2012 3:07:54 PM

  Hello Matt, I'm sorry that you're experiencing these three concerns with your Tahoe at the moment. If we can look into the door lock actuators, tire sensor, or the charge concern, please send the following information to socialmedia@gm.com: your name/Edmunds username, phone and address, the last 8 digits of your VIN and current mileage, and the name of your involved dealership. All the best, Sarah GM Customer Service

• Lot's of electrical issues with 2008 chevy Tahoe

  Written by: matty72 on May 25, 2012 9:05:35 AM

  I just upgraded from my 2003 Tahoe to a 2008 Tahoe. I didn't do much research as my 2003 Tahoe was awesome! I am about to upgrade my 2004 GMC Denali, but am re- thinking after all the problems I am having with my 08 Tahoe. Here is a list: Driver's side door lock only unlocks and locks about half the time. It seems to try to open when I push ... Read More

Chevrolet Tahoe Electrical Problems

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Electrical Problems [t_tex]

  Written by: bran164 on May 18, 2012 6:19:10 AM

  T tex, The 175 amp fuse I am referring to is located against the firewall on the passenger side under the hood. If you're looking at the battery (on the left) from the front of the truck it should be located above and slightly to the right on the firewall. It's not inside of a fuse box or anything like that, it's a stand alone fuse.

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Electrical Problems [bran164]

  Written by: t_tex on May 17, 2012 5:50:53 PM

  bran164 - Can you be more specific on what fuse it was an where it is located? My 09 Tahoe has a fuse box in the engine compartment and another fuse panel inside the vehicle on the side of the dashboard just across from the driver's door but I can't find a fuse panel on the firewall. Thanks

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Electrical Problems [traveler2012]

  Written by: bran164 on May 17, 2012 12:04:24 PM

  Ok so my truck started acting up again by doing the chiming, door locks up and down, radio cutting on and off etc. I took it the mechanic and when I cut the truck off it wouldn't restart. No power, no clicking, nothing. Anyway, my mechanic (been going to him for years) ran a battery of test on the truck and found that the 175amp fuse on the firewall was shot ... Read More

Chevy Tahoe Door Lock Problem

• Too many issue...Take action

  Written by: dezb on May 17, 2012 9:35:44 AM

  With all of the issues I have experienced with my 2008 Tahoe, I am tired of dealing with it. I am now set up to take my Tahoe in for doorlock issues. This, combined with the stalling/not starting related to the Onstar module, AC issues, dash crack, door handle, visor and whatever else is just too much. Fortunately, this is the one time that I purchased an extended warranty. I have ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Tahoe door locks, one of oh so many issues [gmcustsvcsarah]

  Written by: dezb on May 17, 2012 6:38:10 AM

  The service dept a Freeway chevrolet has not returned my calls. I have left a few messages for Raul. I will be calling again today. Since I had taken it back so many times for different issues, I think they are avoiding me. I will be asking for the service manager today.

• When will it stop?

  Written by: ralph1172 on May 6, 2012 6:47:26 AM

  I can't believe all the posts I've read. I too have had 3 of my door locks fail and that is only the tip of the iceberg. The trim piece around my drivers window pulls out everytime I roll up my window. My dash board is literally crumbling. I thought it was a crack until further inspection and it's like the plastic or whatever the dash is made of is crumbling. ... Read More

• Re: Door lock actuator 2008 Tahoe LTZ 47k miles [gmcustsvcsarah]

  Written by: tripl on May 4, 2012 8:33:42 PM

  I'm sorry to say that I took my car to power Chevrolet today superstition springs ,Mesa Az as requested by gm social media to diagnose my 3 door lock actuators not working. The parts cost 75$ and they refused to fix them without charging my 750$. I have personally purchased 2 brand new chevys from this dealership in the last 4 years and Chevrolet , Gmac, GM would just not do ... Read More

• This car nearly caused an accident this morning

  Written by: ac2011 on May 4, 2012 6:10:44 AM

  After months of issues with our 2008 Tahoe, our car lost power this morning and nearly ran us off the road. We are just thankful our 2 year old had already been dropped off at daycare. It started with the car going dead time after time again, and has now gotten to the point of the car losing power while the car is in motion. We have taken our car to ... Read More

• 2008 Tahoe door locks, one of oh so many issues

  Written by: dezb on May 3, 2012 7:25:52 AM

  Well, it is official...my Tahoe is a lemon. I purchased it new in 2008 and have had nothing but problems. Very frustrating. We have owned both Chevy and GMC trucks with no issues. I will never buy a Tahoe again, and now thinking that perhaps Chevy does not make them like they used to and time to try a different maker. The first 2 years my car was in the dealership ... Read More

Chevrolet Tahoe Electrical Problems

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Electrical Problems [bran164]

  Written by: traveler2012 on Apr 23, 2012 10:56:35 AM

  Yes, I finally fixed the electrical problems in my 2008 Chev Tahoe. 94,000 miles A bit of background on the matter. This electrical problem had been going on for over a month now. I'm unemployed so I wasn't about to take the car to the dealer and get raped with a giant repair bill. Here's was my summary of repairs and eventual sollution to the main problem. A. 3 brand new ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Electrical Problems [ck2012]

  Written by: bran164 on Apr 23, 2012 9:55:57 AM

  ck2012, I was wondering if you ever got a resolution to your electrical problem on the suburban? Sounds like you and I have the exact same situation. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Electrical Problems [ck2012]

  Written by: gmcustsvcsarah on Apr 16, 2012 11:15:57 AM

  ck2012, If you haven't already, please send an email to socialmedia@gm.com (include your name/Edmunds username, phone and address, the last 8 of your VIN and current mileage, and the name of your involved dealership, as well as a description of the issue and any visits you have made to the dealer for it) and we will explore any options that may be available; however, I cannot guarantee any results up front. ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Electrical Problems [gmcustsvcsarah]

  Written by: ck2012 on Apr 15, 2012 5:39:36 PM

  Sarah, I have a 2008 Suburban LTZ I just purchased 2 weeks ago. My problems are very similar to the others listed here. First started when I was driving on the highway and used my turn signal, my radio powered down and back on by itself. Then my cruise control would just turn off while driving on the interstate. Now I am getting the total electrical shut down, all guages go ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Electrical Problems [traveler2012]

  Written by: gregorybcook on Apr 13, 2012 6:26:43 PM

  I've had no issues since removing the negative and positive battery cables for 16 hours. You should give that a try.

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Electrical Problems [traveler2012]

  Written by: gmcustsvcsarah on Apr 13, 2012 8:31:30 AM

  Hello traveler2012, I can check to see if your vehicle is associated to this recall if you wanted to send us the last 8 digits of your VIN; our email is socialmedia@gm.com if you would prefer to send it privately. Look forward to hearing from you, Sarah GM Customer Service

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Electrical Problems [ag75]

  Written by: traveler2012 on Apr 13, 2012 7:50:26 AM

  I'm still experiencing electrical problems with my 08 Tahoe. Two days ago, while driving on freeway, door locks began popping up and down, dash gauges were going crazy and car appeared to be losing total electical power. I pulled into gas station who convinced me that my alternator was going out. (TEch gage Reading 1200 instead of the 1480... normal reading on a healthy alternator. I replaced the alternator. Now, last ... Read More

Chevy Tahoe Door Lock Problem

• Door lock actuator 2008 Tahoe LTZ 47k miles

  Written by: tripl on Apr 7, 2012 4:48:55 PM

  I have a fully loaded 2008 Tahoe LT Z and I am now down to one actuator working after having two of them fix while I still have my warranty and wouldn't you know my next one goes out right when I crossed 36,000 miles I took it to the dealer and he told me that the other two doors are no longer under warranty so you can't fix them for ... Read More

• 2008 Tahoe Actuators!

  Written by: mjl0204 on Apr 4, 2012 2:01:22 PM

  I have long been a Supporter and Promoter for all things Chevrolet...however, this is about to stop unless someone from Chevy Contacts ME ASAP. I have owned 3 Chevy Tahoes consecutively since 1999 and at some point the door actuators have ALWAYS FAILED. I now own a 2008 Tahoe LTZ and BOTH rear actuators have failed. I have a brand new baby, and while I was able to tolerate the inconvenience, ... Read More

Chevrolet Tahoe Electrical Problems

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Electrical Problems [traveler2012]

  Written by: ag75 on Apr 2, 2012 7:40:00 AM

  I don't know if your warranty will cover it, but I would suggest taking it to a mechanic or the dealership right away. As you can see from the posts, most of us have had to deal with this for quite some time. It has been occuring in my '09 intermittently for the last year and has only gotten substantially worse. It is dangerous when driving and the vehicle loses all ... Read More

• 2008 Chevy Tahoe Electrical Problems

  Written by: traveler2012 on Apr 2, 2012 6:55:35 AM

  I own an 08 Chevy Tahoe LT. When turning the car on in the morning, it hesitated, then reset all my radio stations/clock. I went to Auto Zone and they replaced the battery under warranty. I returned two weeks later to replace a second battery. I was driving on freeway when dashlights flashed off an on, door locks popped up and down and my radio/CD player began making funny noises as ... Read More

Chevy Suburban Oil Usage

• Suburban Oil Consumption

  Written by: low2quarts on Mar 28, 2012 3:21:54 PM

  I have an oil consumption problem on my 2008 Chevy Suburban with 108,000 miles. According to GM Service Bulletin #10-06-01-008D (Document ID 2752513), this may be caused by two conditions. “Oil pulled through the PVC system or oil spay that is discharged from the AFM pressure relief valve within the crankcase” I first noticed the problem at 82,750 miles and since then, the dealership has performed several oil consumption tests and ... Read More

Chevy Tahoe Door Lock Problem

• Re: Chevy 2008 Tahoe Door lock actuator failure [srtahoeowner]

  Written by: gmcustsvcsarah on Mar 19, 2012 12:36:59 PM

  Hello srtahoeowner, I'm sorry that you are also encountering this frustrating issue. If you haven't done so already, we would definitely like to get a Service Request set up for you. Please contact us via one of the email addresses in my profile with more information (include your name/Edmunds username, phone and address, the last 8 digits of your VIN and current mileage, and the name of your dealership). My coworker ... Read More

• Re: Chevy 2008 Tahoe Door lock actuator failure [srtahoeowner]

  Written by: islandsmith on Mar 17, 2012 9:48:33 AM

  You can set your preferences so that doors don't auto lock. The setting is reached through the buttons on the right side of your gauge cluster.

• Chevy 2008 Tahoe Door lock actuator failure

  Written by: srtahoeowner on Mar 17, 2012 4:03:41 AM

  Just like the thousands of others, I also have the same problem on my 2008 Chevy Tahoe, I have spoken to my dealer who gave me a the cost to replace my actuators. My question: why replace the actuators with the same actuators which has failed over and over again?? Working very closely to the auto industry, a corrective action must have been done on this item which would have corrected ... Read More

• Losing confidence

  Written by: always82nd on Mar 12, 2012 11:53:55 PM

  I have 2008 Tahoe that I bought new. This is the second time that I've had door lock problems with the same truck. The first time the dealer replaced both front door locks. In the process, they somehow installed the drivers side incorrectly so that when I rolled down the window the door would unlock and open. They fixed that, of course. That was when I had about 15K miles on ... Read More

• Re: Door Lock Failure-Joining the Ranks!!! [disappointedgm]

  Written by: nowen1 on Feb 16, 2012 11:00:51 AM

  Looking through this thread, I was disappointed and glad that I was not the only one having this problem. I have 2008 Chevy Tahoe with failing locks on three of my car doors. If this is an apparent problem why hasn't it been recalled and fixed. For the most part I have enjoyed my Tahoe with the except of this problem with my locks and the seats in my car. I ... Read More

• Re: 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe Door Lock Actuators Broken - TWICE [gmcustsvcsarah]

  Written by: jamesthemann on Feb 5, 2012 1:30:41 PM

  I am having a similar problem with my 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. The front passenger side lock does not fully lock ever. I just noticed this last week. The warranty timed out in October but the vehicle only has 34500 miles on it. I strongly feel that this should be covered under the warranty.

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Doo Locks Problem [gmcustsvc]

  Written by: chuhs on Jan 27, 2012 8:01:46 PM

  Hello, I have the same problem with my 08 Tahoe. At present I have only one door lock working. The car is out of warranty. Has there been any recall on this matter? What are my options on getting this problem fixed? My Edmonds screen name is chuhs. Email Chris.huhs@gmail.com Vin# 8J190691 Mileage 68,000 I too switched from Ford to Chevy, but will be switching back to Ford if I can't ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Doo Locks Problem [palmour]

  Written by: gmcustsvc on Jan 26, 2012 5:48:45 PM

  palmour, Thank you for taking the time to post your concerns. Can you please email me your complete contact information including mailing address, VIN, current mileage, and involved dealer/or dealer you would like to work with? I would like to set up a Service Request number for you with General Motors. I look forward to your email. Please feel free to pass this information along to anyone else experiencing these concerns ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Doo Locks Problem [palmour]

  Written by: chig1 on Jan 24, 2012 7:25:02 AM

  Add one more Tahoe to the list. 2009 Tahoe Z71 drivers door lock stopped working a few weeks ago (42k miles). Based on reviewing this forum, I haven't complained yet since I'm expecting all my other ones to fail soon and am not too keen on fixing something that is so obviously an issue with the part GM has supplied.

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Doo Locks Problem [alyabis]

  Written by: palmour on Jan 23, 2012 5:21:58 PM

  I have a 2009 LTZ Tahoe and have the same electric door lock issue. My Tahoe as less than 50K miles and it cost more than 50K and to have such a basic function as electric locks to be malfunctioning and not to be covered or a recall! I went to my local Chevy dealer and was told it would be approximately $300 per door. I have two lemon doors my ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Power Lock Failure [kapusta1]

  Written by: gmcustsvcsarah on Dec 12, 2011 12:22:24 PM

  Hello, Kapusta, Please use the email available on my profile here on Edmunds. Some information to please include: your name and contact information (phone and address), description of your vehicle concern, the last 8 digits of your VIN and current mileage, the name of your involved dealership and a description of any times you've visited there for this concern. Thank you for being willing to work with us. Regards, Sarah GM ... Read More

• Door Lock Failure-Joining the Ranks!!!

  Written by: dnf1 on Jan 21, 2012 12:01:16 PM

  I googled 2008 Chevy Door Lock Problems and landed here. Surprised to find this to be a manufacturer component failure, thought I was special ; ) I purchased my 2008 Tahoe new, in September 2008. All four of my door locks have now failed. Started with the front passenger door about three months ago and progressed one by one. This is my first Chevy vehicle, owned nothing but Fords prior to ... Read More

• 2008 Chevy Tahoe Power Lock Failure

  Written by: kapusta1 on Dec 12, 2011 10:36:35 AM

  It appears I am having the same issue as many on this forum. Although frustrated for many of the same reasons as those on this forum have already expressed, I would like to know how I can contact “Sarah – GM Customer Service”? Does Sarah have an email address or some other contact information? I stumbled across this forum after searching for my problem on the internet. Thanks, Kapusta1

• 2008 Tahoe Door Lock Actuator problem

  Written by: 65vette on Jan 15, 2012 3:23:26 PM

  I just I will join the thousand of other bloggers to say I have all 4 door lock actuators broken. They went out one at a time over a 4 month period of time. I drive 250 highway miles a day so I am out of warranty log before the problems started. I have no intentions of going to the dealership to spend $100 on dianostic only to be quoted $1000+ ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Chevy Suburban LZT Door lock fail [gmcustsvcsarah]

  Written by: gcornavaca on Jan 15, 2012 12:42:39 PM

  This seems to be a major epidemic with Chevy's door lock actuators... I bought a 2009 Tahoe and we love our truck. Like the commercial Chevy runs deep in our family. We have bought a 2006 Trailblazer, 2009 Malibu, and my wife's baby the Tahoe. We're very disappointed with Chevy lately, how does two actuators go bad the same time. I know parts are supposed to be replaced on vehicles but ... Read More

• Power Lock Failure

  Written by: alexandrar on Dec 9, 2011 10:00:52 AM

  I have a 2008 Chevy Tahoe and all four power locks have suddenly failed and the dealership here in Vermont, Hand Motors, wants to replace all four door actuators for $900. This seems outrageous for what seems to be a common problem. Is there any type of compensation for this cost?

• Re: 2008 Chev. Suburban door locks [gmcustsvcsarah]

  Written by: 08tahoemn on Dec 7, 2011 6:57:36 PM

  Sarah, I have a 2008 Tahoe Hybrid (90,000 miles and off course out of warranty), and I have the same issue. Passenger door lock is not going up or down with remote. only works manually. My dealership is Mauer Chevrolet in Inver Grove Heights, MN. What do I need to do to get that repair covered or at least highly subsidised, without having to pay those crazy prices since we know ... Read More

Chevrolet Tahoe Electrical Problems

• Chevy Tahoe Dome Light Problem

  Written by: orlewis3 on Dec 27, 2011 6:54:41 PM

  I have a 2008 Chevy Tahoe. The dome light will not come on when the doors open. I have checked the override switch and I have tried with the switch depressed and then not depressed. No difference. Any ideas what this may be? Could it be a bad switch? I can turn the dome lights on manually by turning the dome switch to one side. I want them to come on ... Read More

Chevy Tahoe Door Lock Problem

• Re: Tahoe door problems [gmcustsvc]

  Written by: mrick81 on Nov 16, 2011 11:29:04 AM

  GM Support, I am having the same door lock issue as others in the forum. We have a 2008 Chev Suburban VIN:1GNFK16328J231961 and 3 out of 4 doors have now stopped working. We have 52,000 miles on the vehicle and we were told by Titus-Will Chevrolet (Parkland, WA) that the locks are no longer covered under warranty. Can you provide any help? Thanks, Marc

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe door locks [tictracer]

  Written by: gmcustsvcsarah on Nov 16, 2011 10:14:40 AM

  We can look further into the warranty/recall information available on your vehicle, if you like. Please email us your name/user name and the last 8 digits of your VIN. Best, Sarah GM Customer Service

• 2008 Chevy Tahoe door locks

  Written by: tictracer on Nov 12, 2011 7:32:27 PM

  having problems with door locks on 2008 Chevy Tahoe. Had one replaced 2 years ago when it was under warranty. 2 years later the replacement and the other rear door are not working. Dealer quoted me $300 per door to replace them. Question I ask is GM standing behind this problem? Seems like there is alot of people with the same problem I have. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe No Start problems

• Re: 2008 Chevy Suburban will not start...beyond frustrated! [stacygoss21]

  Written by: steveq on Oct 28, 2011 6:58:36 AM

  Go to the dealer and have them update the BCM (Body Control Module) and also test the battery to see if it is bad. Also ask your dealer to check if there is a draw on the battery when the truck is shut off. I'm not convinced that updating the BCM is the final solution since my Tahoe had problems starting one time after updating its BCM (but I had left ... Read More

Suburban Tahoe Vibration Problems

• Re: Tahoe-Avalanche [stan99]

  Written by: brycourt on Oct 22, 2011 7:13:40 PM

  Check this out - our dealerships(s) would not do it but maybe you will have some luck. Know we have newer models but looks like it could id exactly where the vibration is coming from - was thread #101 I think. Models:2007-2008 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT 2007-2008 Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe 2007-2008 GMC Sierra, Yukon, Yukon XL with any of the following Tire RPO's: - QSS (P275/55R20) - ... Read More

Chevy Tahoe Door Lock Problem

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Door Locks not working [anthelia]

  Written by: gmcustsvc on Oct 19, 2011 8:13:05 AM

  anthelia, I am glad to hear that it was all taken care of. If you experience these concerns again please contact me and let me know. Thank you for your update. Christina GM Customer Service

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Door Locks not working [gmcustsvc]

  Written by: anthelia on Oct 18, 2011 5:01:47 PM

  Christina, All went well - the actuator was replaced by the dealer in about 45 min without cost to me. While I do appreciate them stepping up, I remain concerned that it's just a matter of time until others fail and I'll have to pick up the tab. As a good employee, you need to try and help convince GM that this issue could play havoc on future sales. Many of ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Door Locks not working [anthelia]

  Written by: gmcustsvc on Oct 18, 2011 7:31:27 AM

  anthelia, I am glad your dealer is stepping up and taking care of this for you. If you need anything please let me know! Christina GM Customer Service

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Door Locks not working [gmcustsvc]

  Written by: anthelia on Oct 17, 2011 2:05:04 PM

  Christina, I visited my local Chevy dealer this morning (Monday, Oct 17) and the service manager indicated that since I have only 36,600, he will repair at Chevy's expense. He had to order the part - it should be in Wednesday or Thursday and he will call when the part arrives to set an appointment. If this goes well I'll let you know -- if it doesn't go well I'll let ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Chev. Suburban door locks [tayreeves]

  Written by: orlewis3 on Oct 17, 2011 12:49:20 PM

  To update all of you - I did receive a call back from Chevy Customer Service. My Tahoe has 43,000+/- miles and is out of warranty. The customer service agent arranged a diagnostic service call at my local dealer for me and when I took the vehicle in this morning, the service advisor said he would just replace both actuators now to save me the trouble of coming back in later ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Door Locks not working [anthelia]

  Written by: gmcustsvc on Oct 17, 2011 12:26:00 PM

  anthelia, I apologize for your frustrations. Can you please email me your complete contact information, VIN, current mileage and dealer. Your just under 600 miles out of the warranty, let me see what I can do. Please get me that information as soon as possible. I look forward to your response. Christina GM Customer Service

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Door Locks not working [gmcustsvc]

  Written by: anthelia on Oct 15, 2011 4:42:43 PM

  I'm like the countless Tahoe owners in the above 25 pages of comments. I own an 08 Tahoe - have 36,540 miles on it. Yesterday I began having a problem with the passenger door, drivers side. It won't lock or unlock with the automated system. I thought perhaps the auto device we push for entry needed to be reprogrammed or something. Now I see above, this has been going on for ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Door Locks not working [orlewis3]

  Written by: gmcustsvc on Oct 5, 2011 11:29:59 AM

  orlewis3, I would be happy to set up a case with GM Customer Assistance. In order to start the process I will need your complete contact information (including full name, mailing address and phone number), VIN, current mileage and the involved dealership sent to me in an email. Also, could you please provide a brief description of the problems you are experiencing? Thank you, Caron, GM Customer Service

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Door Locks not working [orlewis3]

  Written by: joecheese on Oct 5, 2011 9:03:25 AM

  I also have a 2008 Tahoe. First my drivers door lock failed first, then my drivers side rear door lock failed. When my drivers door failed I could at least get at ot from the rear door. With the rear door lock failure, I have to use the key. So good for electric locks. There are thousands of us out there. They are aware of the issue, just fix it! This ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Chev. Suburban door locks [gmcustsvc]

  Written by: tayreeves on Oct 4, 2011 7:12:38 AM

  Christina, VIN#1GNFC13J88R271088 MILEAGE 62,420 ORIGINALLY SERVICED AT: GATEWAY CHEVROLET IN AVONDALE, AZ YATES BUICK GMC IN GOODYEAR, AZ VAN CHEVROLET IN SCOTTSDALE, AZ I have moved to Californina and now I work with Armando Ramirez at Connell Chevrolet in Costa Mesa, CA. Please do the right thing and get this covered under warranty. There is obviously a defect and if you are not going to issue a recall the least GM ... Read More

• 2008 Chevy Tahoe Door Locks not working

  Written by: orlewis3 on Oct 3, 2011 4:29:47 PM

  I have been driving Chevy Tahoes since 1995 and this is my 3rd Tahoe. I, like many others on this forum, am very frustrated with the door lock problem. The driver side front door lock stopped working in May and now the driver side rear door lock is now not working. What a pain? I called my local dealer and they say the problem is currently not under recall. How can ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Chev. Suburban door locks [gmcustsvc]

  Written by: tayreeves on Sep 29, 2011 9:38:40 PM

  I own a 2008 Chevy Tahoe that has similar door lock problems with two of the four locks. One of the locks was repaired in the first year. Now there are two that do not work and it seems obvious that there is some sort of defect. While this is a major inconvenience the danger of not being able to open the door in an energency is what scares me. Very ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Tahoe Door Locks/Electrical Issue [mikehouston]

  Written by: mikehouston on Sep 28, 2011 1:19:05 PM

  Thanks to the GM reps on this forum and the fine folks at Knapp Chevrolet my issue with the locks have been resolved. They ended up having to replace all four.

• Re: 2008 Tahoe Door Locks/Electrical Issue

  Written by: mikehouston on Sep 15, 2011 9:37:56 AM

  I just spoke with one of the local dealers here and they said this is a known problem and they are hoping their will be a recall issued but they don't anticipate it happening anytime soon. Without actually looking at my vehicle he estimated that I am looking somewhere in the $1000 range between parts and labor. I've owned a lot of Chevy trucks over the years (I put >150,000 miles ... Read More

• Chevy Tahoe Door Lock Problem 2

  Written by: missmiss on Aug 26, 2011 11:59:29 AM

  I am also having the same problem with the lock system on the 2008 Chevy Tahoe. I have approximately 53,000 miles on it, which is of course out of warranty. I just got a call from the service department at the dealership with the price to fix it. It is ridiculous! I have only had this truck 3 years and already I will have to spent over $1200 in two months. ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe [celiece]

  Written by: gmcustsvc on Aug 19, 2011 11:10:48 AM

  celiece, I look forward to your email. Have a great weekend! Christina GM Customer Service

• 2008 Chevy Tahoe

  Written by: celiece on Aug 19, 2011 9:36:56 AM

  We have had similar problems with our Tahoe. We had the back passenger actuator go out in our car a year ago. Luckily our car was still under warranty so we got that fixed. The other three actuators started going out when we were barely out of warranty. Its so frustrating AND so expensive to fix! I will be emailing with our VIN and look forward for some help in this ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe LTZ [jmm2420]

  Written by: gmcustsvc on Aug 18, 2011 11:52:27 AM

  jmm2420, I apologize for the problems you are experiencing with your vehicle. Could you please email me your VIN? I would like to look further into your situation. You can get my email by clicking on gmcustsvc. Thank you, Caron, GM Customer Service

• 2008 Chevy Tahoe LTZ

  Written by: jmm2420 on Aug 17, 2011 4:59:20 PM

  I have a 2008 Chevy Tahoe LTZ love it but hate little things that break. I have to take it in again for another door handle. This will be the second one that I need to replace and it feels like another will be breaking shortly. My bow tie on the front is no longer gold in color buy now black has leaked water in it since I got the Tahoe. ... Read More

Chevy Tahoe

• True Market Value help???

  Written by: roadsoda70 on Aug 16, 2011 10:48:51 AM

  Looking to purchase a certified 2008 Chevy Tahoe LTZ with less than 48K miles on it. I live in the NY metro area and all the dealer seem to have a standard asking price of 34K. I was wondering if anybody out there knew the true market value/actual selling price of this vehicle???? Any help would be appreciated. Thank-You

Chevy Tahoe Door Lock Problem

• This is so frustrating

  Written by: micantina on Aug 13, 2011 10:23:48 PM

  First, after reading endless pages here on Edmunds.com and elsewhere on the internet with people having this same issue on their 2008 Tahoe/Yukon, I cannot believe that GM has not issued a recall to fix this problem and that makes me so irritated. As another person posted earlier, I think GM is waiting for people to die due to the door lock problem before they will issue a recall. GM is ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Tahoe Door Lock Problems [a2t]

  Written by: jpoundjr on Aug 9, 2011 5:26:59 PM

  I also have a 2008 Tahoe now with 54,000. I have a rear passenger gone out and now it is out of Warranty, but what frustrates me is that NOW this is my 5th door lock that has gone bad. 2 front driver and 2 rear driver. I took it to the dealer and they said no can do!!!!! I said this is a little ridiculous since every time I have ... Read More

Chevy Suburban and Tahoe AC and Heater Problems

• Defective A/C interface module on a 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe

  Written by: babyads04 on Jun 22, 2011 3:38:06 PM

  I have had problems with my A/C since March of 2010 and it is now June of 2011. I recently received a letter from GM concerning this problem. The letter is a special letter concerning the HVAC system, the interface module, the blower motor resistor, and a few other electrical devices connected to the blower controls of the vehicle. This is not a recall as specified by GM. It only affects ... Read More

Suburban Tahoe Vibration Problems

• Re: 2010 Chevy Tahoe Vibration [slingbuck]

  Written by: cat125 on May 29, 2011 1:02:18 PM

  did they fix the problem ???? thinking of purchasing a used 2008 truck but because of the issues with first one having a lot difficulty making up my mind - found a very nice truck but there is vibration at 76 mph -

Chevy Tahoe Door Lock Problem

• Re: 2008 Tahoe - door lock actuator issue [bbech]

  Written by: a2t on May 2, 2011 1:32:13 PM

  Bbech – You can email socialmedia@gm.com or call Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center at 1- 800-222-1020. They will tell you how to schedule an appt with your local chevy dealer for another round of discrepant lock actuators. Tricia – My Case number is 71-940114261. Please look into this issue ASAP and let me know what GM is doing to correct the issue with faulty door lock actuators. You can see by the ... Read More

• Bad Actuator

  Written by: swimbuckeye on May 21, 2011 3:11:56 PM

  I have a 2008 Chevy Tahoe LT. My first lock failed (front driver side) within a year. My next (rear passanger) waited until right after the warranty expired (of course) and my 3rd (front passenger) failed shortly after that. My front passanger occasionally hands me a treat by actually working. I cannot see spending my own money to fix this KNOWN problem, GM should certainly foot the bill here. While in ... Read More

• Good Suggestion

  Written by: a2t on Apr 22, 2011 6:25:39 AM

  I also contacted NHTSA to report this problem as I believe it to be a safety issue as well. Here is the contact information and I encourage all to do the same. If you go to their website you can submit an email directly, or if you prefer, call them. http://www.nhtsa.gov/Contact NHTSA Contact Information NHTSA Headquarters 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE West Building Washington, DC 20590 Toll-Free: 1-888-327-4236 / Hearing Impaired ... Read More

• 3 of 4 are out

  Written by: twillie on Apr 4, 2011 10:29:29 AM

  I purchased my 2008 Tahoe in Oct 10 with 37427 miles; at 42000 miles (January) the front 2 door locks stopped working. In March I took it to the dealer to have the recall addressed and the day before I was to leave it the back passenger door lock stopped working. I was quoted by the dealership a price of almost 900 to have the three doors fixed. This is my ... Read More

• Re: Same issue 2008 chevy LTZ tahoe [lockgremlins]

  Written by: kiawah on Feb 20, 2011 12:48:50 PM

  Haven't ever had to do it on either of my Suburban's (knock on wood). But have replaced them before on my Vette, and a couple on Chrysler T&C. Take off the inner door panel.

Suburban Tahoe Vibration Problems

• Re: 2011 Suburban [etn09]

  Written by: cat125 on Apr 19, 2011 7:28:13 AM

  Subject:EI07266 - Vehicle/Tire Vibration, P275/5R20, LT265/70R17, P285/45R22, LT245/75R16, P265/70R17 #07-03-10-013A - (11/01/2007) Models:2007-2008 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT 2007-2008 Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe 2007-2008 GMC Sierra, Yukon, Yukon XL with any of the following Tire RPO's: - QSS (P275/55R20) - QXT (LT265/70R17) - QST (P285/45R22) - QIZ (LT245/75R16) - QAS / QAN (P265/70R17) - QJM / QJP (P265/70R17) Attention: Proceed with this bulletin ONLY if the customer has commented ... Read More

Chevy Tahoe Battery Problems

• Re: BATTERY DRAIN IN 2007 TAHOE [kitty05]

  Written by: tazz600 on Mar 29, 2011 8:37:24 AM

  here is the technical bulletins from GM: TECHNICAL Bulletin No.: 09-08-44-018 Date: September 25, 2009 Subject: No Crank/No Start, Discharged Battery, No Audio Output From Radio (Replace Amplifier) Models: 2008-2009 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT 2008-2009 Chevrolet Avalanche, Suburban, Tahoe (Equipped with LTZ Uplevel Package) 2008-2009 GMC Yukon, Yukon XL (Equipped with SLT Uplevel Package) Equipped with Luxury Edition Package (RPO Y91) or Premium Speaker System (RPO UQS) and Built ... Read More

Chevy Tahoe Door Lock Problem

• Re: Same issue 2008 chevy LTZ tahoe [aggieroofer]

  Written by: lockgremlins on Feb 19, 2011 12:20:40 PM

  I think I'll try to replace my door locks on my own....after I come to grips with the expense! Let's hope its not too involved. Has anyone ever tackled this job before?

• Same issue 2008 chevy LTZ tahoe

  Written by: aggieroofer on Feb 15, 2011 12:06:19 PM

  Had the same door lock issue. Thank goodness three of the four failed under warranty. When they were fixing the third one ( three seperate trips) I asked the dealer to go ahead and change out the fourth because there was an obvious defect. They would not do so. Low and behold 10k miles after the warranty expired the fourth one went out and same ol' $400.00 story. I havn't changed ... Read More

Chevy Tahoe Battery Problems

• Looking for GENERAL MOTORS MAJOR GUARD PROTECTION PLAN - Tahoe 2008 Hybrid

  Written by: 08tahoehybrid on Feb 6, 2011 9:21:11 AM

  I have a 2008 Tahoe Hybrid w/ 29,000 Miles - My Cars warranty is up in June 2011. I am looking for a extended GMPP to add 30k more miles and 36more months -I found it for $950 which sounds good . Any help from anyone on extended warranty that doesn't cost an arm & a leg. So Far Greg Bell's Chevy dealership has best price. (Google it) 1877-265-3140 I don't ... Read More

Chevy Tahoe Door Lock Problem

• Steve

  Written by: nevcity1 on Jan 23, 2011 2:58:00 PM

  After posting glowing reviews on our 2008 LTZ a little flag reading "Expired" must have popped up out of the dash 2K after warranty period. The driver doorlock stopped working then a couple of thousand miles later the rear passenger stopped working both were repaired at GM dealership at a cost of over $800.00. After leaving the dealership the same rear passenger lock stopped working again, it was repaired at no ... Read More

Chevrolet Tahoe Electrical Problems

• jthawk101

  Written by: jthawk101 on Jan 21, 2011 5:41:38 PM

  Hi, I have a 2008 Chevy Tahoe LTZ 1. It is the top of the line Tahoes that Chevrolet put out in 2008. Out of the several Tahoes sold in my town ours is the only one that has an electrical problem and it is not the battery. It has been in the shop for the same problem 9 times and GM will not step up to the plate and fix ... Read More

Chevy Tahoe Door Lock Problem

• Re: Chevy Tahoe Door Lock problems [lsutiger71]

  Written by: nomoretahoes1 on Oct 19, 2010 8:52:21 AM

  I did have a problem with the steering on the 2005 Tahoe which started when I first purchased it. I didn't notice anything but my husband did when he drove it. The dealership did fix the problem and I don't remember anything else wrong with it. I did like the 2005 better as far as storage space. It had room under the back seats for storage and I could also store ... Read More

• Chevy Tahoe Door Lock problems

  Written by: nomoretahoes1 on Oct 19, 2010 8:00:54 AM

  I have been buying new Chevy trucks & SUVs every 3 years since 1995. I previously owned a 2005 Tahoe and now have a 2008. Since buying the 2008 I have had the transmission seal go bad and two door lock actuators go bad. I am now needing to have my driver door lock actuator replaced again!! No more Chevy products for me. I'm trying another brand.

Chevrolet Tahoe Electrical Problems

• 07 CHEVY TAHOE - BATTERY/ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS

  Written by: carcurious54 on Oct 12, 2010 4:33:14 PM

  After reading forums, realize lots of us have similar problems. We got our car in 2006 and the first day bringing it home it wouldn't start. The dealership said it was probably because it had been sitting on the lot for a while... so we had it jumped. It is now 2010 and we have just put our fourth battery in, this time not getting the battery at the dealership but ... Read More

Chevy Tahoe Door Lock Problem

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Doo Locks Problem [alyabis]

  Written by: dcrawford1798 on Oct 11, 2010 6:06:01 PM

  Not sure why GMC fails to take action for a clear safety danger. My child managed to open the door from a faulty lock while in motion from a stop light. Good thing he was buckled in which was the only mechanism that potentially saved his life. Also, the potential for being ejected from a vehicle in a car accident from unlocked doors is significantly higher than a locked door. The ... Read More

• Re: Tahoe door problems [carolinapt]

  Written by: eggfam on Jul 4, 2010 7:05:27 AM

  I too am having this problem on my Suburban and I am 6000 miles over my 36000 mile warranty... $277 for each door out of my pocket..The dealership service guy knew what kind of vehicle I owned based on my description of the problem...Obviously a big problem....After researching I am noticing that it is most 2008 Chevrolets..cars, trucks and SUVs...I think that Chevrolet should take care of this as it is ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Doo Locks Problem [alyabis]

  Written by: bbooze on Jun 12, 2010 3:36:45 PM

  I am having this very issue with my 08 Tahoe Hybrid. I just noticed this week that even though I arm the alarm with the key FOB that I can open both the driver side and passenger doors no problem! I have no idea how long this has been going on but in essence I've had an unsecured car for a long time. Obviously the alarm goes off when I do ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Doo Locks Problem [carolinapt]

  Written by: gmcustsvc on May 14, 2010 6:43:56 AM

  Hello Carolinapt, I am from GM Customer Service. Can you please keep me informed on how it goes with the dealership? I just want to make sure that you get your concern fixed. Thank you, Mariah GM Customer Service

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Doo Locks Problem [alyabis]

  Written by: carolinapt on May 13, 2010 6:52:45 PM

  I am having the same issues!! Looking into this forum - it should be a recall item. From a post date jul 08 it could be left dash fuse block. I plan on taking to dealer and asking if that is the issue with mine, i hope that helps you.

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Doo Locks Problem [alyabis]

  Written by: kiawah on Apr 17, 2010 4:34:54 AM

  Is this an aftermarket alarm system? and if so, who installed it, and who is the manufacturer of the system, what is the model type and number of the alarm?

• 2008 Chevy Tahoe Doo Locks Problem

  Written by: alyabis on Apr 16, 2010 10:47:34 PM

  Greetings all, I have bought a new 2008 Chevy Tahoe LTZ a year back and now I am having problem with the door locks. When I try to lock/unlock doors using the alarm system remote key, some door do not open and sometimes do not lock when I try to lock doors. As a result, I have kept my car door open for a few days, because I assumed they are ... Read More

Chevrolet Suburban 2004 - Time to change to a newer one

• Chevrolet Tahoe tires cracking

  Written by: ramtire on Oct 29, 2009 7:03:50 AM

  Has anybody else had a problem with their tires cracking, appear to be dry rotting next to rim but tires were manufactured Feb 2008.

Suburban Tahoe Vibration Problems

• Bulletin

  Written by: cat125 on Oct 27, 2009 8:04:52 AM

  Document ID# 2035368 Subject:EI07266 - Vehicle/Tire Vibration, P275/5R20, LT265/70R17, P285/45R22, LT245/75R16, P265/70R17 #07-03-10-013A - (11/01/2007) Models:2007-2008 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT 2007-2008 Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe 2007-2008 GMC Sierra, Yukon, Yukon XL with any of the following Tire RPO's: - QSS (P275/55R20) - QXT (LT265/70R17) - QST (P285/45R22) - QIZ (LT245/75R16) - QAS / QAN (P265/70R17) - QJM / QJP (P265/70R17) Attention: Proceed with this bulletin ONLY if the ... Read More

Chevrolet Tahoe Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Re: Pricing? [mcloughkd]

  Written by: carshoppin09 on Apr 24, 2009 6:38:52 AM

  I have been looking at a Tahoe after a friend of mine got a good deal last August. She bought a new 2008 LTZ (white) with pretty much everything on you can imagine. MSRP was like $50,250 and they got employee pricing for $38k something. I started looking at a 2009 LT2 with Luxury, Entertainment, Heavy Duty Trailering Packages, and 2nd Row Bucket seats. MSRP has it at $50,585. I was ... Read More

Chevy Tahoe

• press request

  Written by: kirstie_h on Nov 3, 2008 12:08:45 PM

  A reporter is interested in talking with satisfied owners of a 2001-2006 Chevrolet Tahoe who are also parents. If you are interested in commenting on your experience, please reply to jwahl@edmunds.com no later than Friday, November 21, 2008 and include your city and state of residence, the model year of your vehicle and the age of your child/ren. Thanks for your consideration, Jonathan Wahl Corporate Communications Edmunds Inc.

Chevy Tahoe Maintenance and Repair

• RE: Losing Coolant [d1514s]

  Written by: tahoess2004 on Oct 12, 2008 9:57:43 AM

  10/12/2008 I had the same experience with my 2004 Z-71 Tahoe back in June of this year. There were no visible signs of leaks or drips from gaskets or the water pump. After being jacked around by the the GM dealer that I bought the Tahoe from and being told that I needed to spend between $3,500.00 - $5,000.00 for new cylinder heads, I took it over to an independent mechanic ... Read More

2007/2008 Tahoe & Suburban Recall

• 2007/2008 Tahoe & Suburban recall

  Written by: rockman59 on Aug 30, 2008 7:38:38 AM

  WASHINGTON — General Motors said Friday it was recalling 944,000 vehicles because of a problem with a windshield-wiper fluid system that could lead to a fire. More than 850,000 sport-utility vehicles, trucks and passenger cars in the United States and nearly 100,000 vehicles in Canada, Mexico and the Middle East are involved in the recall, the company said. GM said it includes the 2008 Buick Enclave, 2006-08 Buick Lucerne, 2006-08 Cadillac ... Read More

Chevrolet Tahoe Prices Paid and Buying Experiences

• Tahoe hybrid employee pricing

  Written by: schultsj on Aug 29, 2008 5:30:42 AM

  We just bought a 2008 Tahoe hybrid, 2wd, rear dvd for 40980. This price includes employee pricing, 5k rebate plus additional 1k off . It does not include trade or TTL. The drive to Chandler Chevy in Madison, IN was worth it. We feel this is an outstanding deal considering one month ago it may have been 12k more.

Chevy Tahoe

• Re: 2008 Chevy Tahoe Concern [asanchez1]

  Written by: cyclonehd on Aug 18, 2008 3:02:38 PM

  Had the same problem in my tahoe. What you are hearing is caused by coolant and water leaking into your cylinder. The rattle can sometimes sound like it is coming from under the truck, but it is under the hood, I can guarantee. I had mine in the shop more times than I can count trying to figure it out. It would stop after warming up a bit, but eventually would ... Read More