Used 2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab Consumer Reviews
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Great truck so far
Jaxman, 07/17/2010
2008 GMC Sierra 1500 SL 4dr Crew Cab 5.8 ft. SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Really enjoy the overall look and comfort of this truck. The only real problem that I have had with the truck is the reoccurring "clunking" from the rear u-joint on the drive shaft. Dealer told me that GM is aware of the problem but has not issued a bulletin to properly correct it. Dealer fills it with grease and corrects the cluck for 30-60 days.
Ain't what she used be
jst0771, 09/22/2011
2008 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE2 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 5.8 ft. SB (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Bought in July of 08, currently have 65K on the truck. the only gripe I really have about is a major one. The powertrain. I'm not a hard driver, mileage has been mostly highway. I've had the forward sprag gear brak in the transmission, a front wheel bearing start to come apart, and now its sitting in the service department for low oil pressure. It also is down 2.5 quarts of oil with 25% life left on the monitor and no low oil level indicator. I've been told by the service department that the engine can burn a quart every 1000 to 2000 miles and be considered normal. I've reviewed several forums on the issue, and there are alot of people with with the same issue, being told the same thing.
AFM Lifter Camshaft Failure at 85K!!
fedcr, 04/18/2016
2008 GMC Sierra 1500 SLT 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 5.8 ft. SB (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I've always loved the way that GMC's vehicles look, feel and drive. We own a 2008 Yukon XL and love it. This 2008 Sierra Crew Cab SLT 4x4 started consuming 1 quart of oil every 2K miles without any leaks, and then the traction control light, service engine light and many others came on at 84K miles (no warranty). Took it to the dealer where I bought it, and the dealer said it is cylinder 5, camshaft and lifters need to be replaced, and it would be better for me to spend $7500 on a new engine. I skipped the dealer and called GM who agreed to cover everything above $3500. I asked the dealer if the problem with the AFM has been fixed and the dealer said they are not aware of a problem. Ridiculous. So I have a brand new engine but have no confidence in how long it will last. I'm hoping to get rid of this and buy anything other than a GM product.
Venerable.
Patrick, 02/14/2018
2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali 4dr Crew Cab AWD 5.8 ft. SB (6.2L 8cyl 6A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Mine is a Denali AWD I've had 10 years. I bought this vehicle expecting it to have to perform from a range of luxury car to 4x4 off road vehicle. I have owned and operated all brands of trucks, including Cadillac EXT. By comparison, the EXT was the most luxurious and best road truck and hauler I've ever had and also performed well above average, but nevertheless--overall--the Sierra Denali beats it on all fronts except ride, horsepower and towing (but the EXT has the largest power plant in the class and that is why). This truck has met expectations well above average. I would highly recommend average forward looking maintenance on the vehicle, though, (like making repairs when an item is showing end of life wear) as that makes a big difference. I have almost 190,000 miles on this truck over all terrains, including farm roads, rock bluffs and trails, and it hasn't fallen apart at all, not even a loose bolt or rattle. Criticisms: The alloy rims tend to degrade over time and, thus, lose air. You'll be airing your tires up if you don't repair or replace rims when they show signs of corrosion, at about 7 years for me. Gas mileage plummets at high mileage, but not remarkably for a truck. I have gone from an average of 16 m.p.h. to 12-14. The engine has needed gasket and seal repairs for oil leaks, particularly around the pan and main bearing. I consider it routine as I did it at 100,000 miles and will again soon. Wheel wells on the rear started to rust out after about 6 years, so I've replaced them. The only other repair beyond replacing head lamps, which you can do yourself, is the cruise control went out. That's it. Pretty darn good for hard driving if you ask me. It still looks like new inside and out. Luck? Don't know, but it does, and it isn't just the repairs I did. It has held its own, particularly inside. Great truck. I'll drive it at least another 20X and then see where we're at.
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Sierra2008, 09/29/2010
2008 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE1 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 5.8 ft. SB (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
7 of 11 people found this review helpful
This Truck has been nothing but problems. Starts out with, 6 door locks being replaced, A new radio, rattles, dir seat broke, steering wheel Bearing went bad. Now no warranty left, Have HVAC issues, it does not start up on the first try dealer told me its the fuel pump, which will cost 1000 bucks. I cannot believe GM would even put-out this truck and call it professional grade. What a POS. The transmission shifts terribly, the driveline is noisy with clunks and the engine has oil consumption issues. IF YOU HAVE AN LC9 alum block 5.3L AFM ENGINE OR CREW CAB CHECK THE OIL. You will need new pistons installed and an AFM oil shield after 30,000. I'm going back to a FORD F150
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