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2008 GMC Sierra 1500 repairs by problem area
Engine (25%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)
Brakes and Traction Control (1%)
Suspension and Steering (14%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (35%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (11%)
Other (5%)
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Chart based on 80 repairs.
2008 GMC Sierra 1500 suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (8%)
$500 - $999 (17%)
$100 - $499 (0%)
< $100 (75%)
Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab 8ft bed
315-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 114700 mi C $1200 |
ball joints |
2008 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
315-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 68600 mi | Both upper and lower ball joints replaced. |
| 21000 mi | Power steering fluid leaking from rack and pinion unit. |
2008 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab 5.5ft bed
315-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 74900 mi | Power steering pump hard to turn wheel at idle. |
2008 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
315-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 95480 mi | Front hub failed causing a $450 tow even though the repair was covered under warranty. |
2008 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
315-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 105000 mi | Struts were replaced with Bilstein 5100's on all four corners. The stock struts were starting to get a little rough. |
2008 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
295-horsepower 4.8L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 19840 mi | They also replaced both rear shocks because they were leaking. |
2008 GMC Sierra 1500 2dr Regular Cab 8ft bed
315-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 120000 mi US $900 |
Needed roughly the whole front end. Upper control arms, wheel bearings / hub (1pc) and did front brakes what I had them out. To be fair I also plow with the truck, the extra weight and abuse played some part in the wear. |
2008 GMC Sierra 1500 2dr Regular Cab 8ft bed
295-horsepower 4.8L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| 97000 mi US $950 |
replaced control arms and ball joints |
2008 GMC Sierra 1500 2dr Regular Cab 8ft bed
295-horsepower 4.8L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 13000 mi | Vibration at all speeds. |
| 15000 mi | Truck vibrates at all speeds. Minor but noticable by owner and GMC Service Manager. No solution. |
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