2008 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban 2008

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2008 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban repairs by problem area

Engine (27%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (17%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (28%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (4%)

Chart based on 78 repairs.
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2008 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (19%)

$500 - $999 (10%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (38%)

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Chart based on 21 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 4dr SUV

320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

169200 mi

US $27
The truck had a coolant leak that was traced back to the heater hose connector (replacement part Dorman 800-414) 
185000 mi

US $1500
cracked bolt in block 
138000 mi

US $700
Switch to oil pressure gauge was not functioning so it was replaced. 
141000 mi I changed the idler pulley and accessory belt tensioner due to noise, but I don't think it resolved the problem. Strangely enough, I think the noise was due to a tie rod needing grease. It's hard to know. But it was just as well that I changed them as the idler pulley seemed worn. 
35000 mi Ticking sound from engine. Shop replaced cam to fix the problem.  
104700 mi

US $2200
Cracked engine bracket. 
131000 mi

US $210
Spark Plugs 
80180 mi

C $500
Replaced serpentine and A/C belts and main belt tensioner 
48360 mi

C $40
OIL sender was reporting low oil pressure, changed oil and filter problem resolved - suspect restricted oil flow in filter for some reason.. 
88000 mi

US $227
Evap canister shut off valve replaced due to failure to operate. 
93000 mi

US $340
Oil pan gasket was leaking and was replaced. 

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2008 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban

Engine not specified

93700 mi

US $237
Fuel canister purge solenoid. 

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2008 Chevrolet Suburban 4dr SUV, ext.

366-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

159563 mi

US $30
replaced malfunctioning oil pressure sensor 
186000 mi

US $2300
Stuck AFM Lifter on Cylinder #6 causing misfire. Replaced all AFM lifters. 
198058 mi

US $200
replaced leaking radiator 
144000 mi

US $20
Replaced malfunctioning purge solenoid myself 
226000 mi

US $1500
Fuel pumps replaced due to rusting out @ top of fuel pump. Both were still working, but was leaking fuel. 

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2008 Chevrolet Suburban 4dr SUV, ext.

320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

61000 mi

US $425
Fuel vent valve and related hosing. 
60300 mi Oil consumption, had the engine cleaned out in hopes to unstick the piston rings. Warranty paid for the work 
83000 mi Engine is still consuming oil. New Pistons, rings, and rods in the engine. 
93300 mi

US $86
02 sensor 

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2008 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Engine Problems

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