| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
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%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 80 repairs.
2008 GMC Sierra 1500 transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (17%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (17%)
$100 - $499 (33%)
< $100 (33%)
Chart based on 6 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 6.5ft bed
315-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 10 mi US $6600 |
Lub Front & rear Diff. Transfer & Trans. Trans cooling lines, Tires & Rims. |
| 50500 mi | Front Diff Bearing Failure |
| 100000 mi US $375 |
Front differential noise 40 - 50 mph. Update: It later became less pronounced and never caused an issue. |
2008 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
315-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 142600 mi C $800 |
Rear axle seals (leaking), rear differential cover gasket. |
2008 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
315-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 116800 mi US $350 |
Right front axle boot was torn and needed replacing. The left axle seal was leaking and needed to be replaced. Right seal was replaced as well just to be sure. |
2008 GMC Sierra 1500 2dr Regular Cab 8ft bed
315-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 78000 mi | Replaced rear u joint |
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