| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
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.
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (19%)
$500 - $999 (10%)
$100 - $499 (33%)
< $100 (38%)
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. |
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban
Engine not specified
| 93700 mi US $237 |
Fuel canister purge solenoid. |
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. |
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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