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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Vehicle Speed Control

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10319809

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Feb 25, 2010.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . 2008 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN. CONSUMER STATES UNINTENDED SUDDEN ACCELERATION. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED RAPIDLY FROM A STANDING START TO ENTER THE TRAFFIC LANE AHEAD OF ONCOMING TRAFFIC FROM THE LEFT. HE DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL QUICKLY, THEN LET UP, BUT THE ENGINE RPM CONTINUED TO CLIMB, AS IF THE ACCELERATOR WERE FULLY DEPRESSED. UPON HEARING THE ENGINE CONTINUE TO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN, AND FEELING THE VEHICLE SURGE FORWARD, THE CONSUMER APPLIED THE BRAKE WITH FULL FORCE, USING BOTH FEET AND WAS SUCCESSFUL IN BRINGING THE VEHICLE TO STOP; DISTANCE TRAVELED WAS ABOUT 40 FEET FROM THE POINT WHERE THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. ONCE STOPPED, THE CONSUMER PUT THE TRANSMISSION IN PARK, WHERE UPON THE ENGINE ACCELERATED TO THE REV LIMIT. HE IMMEDIATELY TURNED OFF THE ENGINE USING THE IGNITION SWITCH, TO AVOID ENGINE DAMAGE. AFTER A MOMENT, HE RESTARTED THE ENGINE, WHICH RESUMED NORMAL OPERATION. *JB .Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in WILMETTE, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Latches/locks/linkages

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10325668

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Apr 05, 2010.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . ACTUATOR IN DOOR LOCKS NOT WORKING. WHEN THESE GO OUT , THE DOOR CANNOT BE OPENED FROM THE OUTSIDE WITH HANDLE OR REMOTE. IF A CHILD OR PERSON WAS IN THE VEHICLE AND THERE WAS A FIRE , THEY COULD NOT GET OUT. *TR.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFC16028G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in AXTELL, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Structure Body Door

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10325668

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Apr 05, 2010.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR . ACTUATOR IN DOOR LOCKS NOT WORKING. WHEN THESE GO OUT , THE DOOR CANNOT BE OPENED FROM THE OUTSIDE WITH HANDLE OR REMOTE. IF A CHILD OR PERSON WAS IN THE VEHICLE AND THERE WAS A FIRE , THEY COULD NOT GET OUT. *TR.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFC16028G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in AXTELL, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Latches/locks/linkages

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10329354

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Dec 30, 2009.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . THE LOCKS ON BOTH OF MY 08 SUBURBANS STARTED TO FAIL STARTING WHEN TRYING TO LOCK OR UNLOCK THE DOORS WITH REMOTE BUTTON AND THE INTERIOR LOCK BUTTON. THE PROBLEM STARTED WITH THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR NOT LOCKING OR UNLOCKING AND HAS PROGRESSED TO THE DRIVERS SIDE REAR DOOR. THIS HAS OCCURRED IN BOTH OF MY LTZ 08 SUBURBANS. YOU CAN NOT GET OUT OF THE CAR IN CASE OF EMERGENCY, NOR CAN YOU LOCK OR UNLOCK THE DOORS IF NEEDED TO QUICKLY LOCK IF BEING THREATENED. DEALER STATES THEY HAVE HAD NUMEROUS CALLS HOWEVER ITS NOT COVERED OR RECALLED. *TR.Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in MT. AIRY, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10345760

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2010.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . I OWN A 2008 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN. IN LESS THAT TWO (2) YEARS, THREE (3) OF THE DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS HAVE STOPPED WORKING COMPLETELY. GENERAL MOTORS HAS DONE NOTHING TO REMEDY THE PROBLEM AFTER MAKING THEM AWARE OF IT. THE FAILURE OF THE DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS IS CONSTANT. THERE WERE NO EVENTS LEADING TO THE FAILURE OTHER THAN AN INFERIOR PART. THE ONLY WAY TO UNLOCK THE REAR DOORS IS TO CRAWL OVER THE FRONT SEATS INTO THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. IN THE EVENT OF A TRAFFIC ACCIDENT THIS WILL BECOME A SAFETY HAZARD DUE TO THE FOLLOWING REASONS. 1. THE POWER LOCKS INSIDE THE DOOR AND THE REMOTE FAIL TO UNLOCK DOORS 2. THERE ARE NO KEY HOLES ON THE REAR DOORS TO UNLOCK THEM IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH 3. THIS WILL LEAD TO ENTRAPMENT INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE IF THE DOORS ARE LOCKED IN A CRASH 4. THIS WILL LEAD TO PASSENGER EJECTION IF THE LOCKS ARE NOT LOCKED MANUALLY 5. STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY IS LOST IN THE DOOR WHEN IT IS NOT LOCKED. *TR.Mileage was 55000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1GNFK16348J. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in NORTH BEACH, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Structure Body Door

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10352425

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Aug 27, 2010.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR . PASSENGER'S SIDE HANDLE OF OUR 08 SUBURBAN KEPT CUTTING PEOPLE'S HANDS ON EXIT. FINALLY HAD DEALER REPLACE FOR $120+. NOW, ABOUT A MONTH LATER, MY SIDE (DRIVER) IS DOING THE SAME THING. THIS IS OBVIOUSLY A QUALITY/DESIGN DEFECT AND I DON'T FEEL I SHOULD HAVE TO PAY FOR THESE REPAIRS WHEN I'VE FOUND SO MANY ONLINE WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. CURRENTLY I'M TYPING THIS WITH A SLICED INDEX FINGER THAT HURTS LIKE SIN. THANKS FOR ANY HELP. *TR.5 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 71000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFC16098G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in GREENWOOD, SC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Latches/locks/linkages

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10369173

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 15, 2010.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . DRIVERSIDE DRIVER AND PASSENGER AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS INOPERABLE. *TR.Mileage was 65000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1GNFC16098J. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in MALDEN, MO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10379548

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Dec 28, 2010.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . 2008 CHEVY SUBURBAN- ALL LOCKS HAVE STOPPED WORKING HAVE BEEN TOLD IT IS THE LOCK ACTUATOR. HUGE SAFETY ISSUE AS I CAN NOT GET CHILDREN OUT OF CAR. THE ACTUATORS HAVE FAILED ON EVERY LOCK IN THE VEHICLE, UNACCEPTABLE! *LN.Mileage was 38000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFK16388G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in CORONA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 drive type:4WD.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Electrical System

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10380173

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Feb 01, 2010.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . 2008 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN AFTER TURNING ON THE AC IT BEGAN TO BLOW HOT AIR ON THE DRIVERS SIDE BUT COLD ON THE PASSENGER. IWAS READING A FORUM ONLINE AND IT SEEMS THE THIS IS A WIDE SPREAD PROBLEM WITH GM VEHICLE LINK ENCLOSED. HTTP://AUTOFORUM.CLASSIFIEDS1000.COM/CHEVROLET-SILVERADO_1500_PICKUP/DUAL_AC_BLOWS_COLD_AIR_ON_PASSENGER_BUT_HOT_ON_DRIVER. *TR.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1GNFC16078J. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in EVANS, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 drive type:RWD.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Unknown Or Other

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10382029

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2008.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . ALL DOOR ACUATORS FAULTY. DEALER REPLACED 1 REAR DOOR AT PURCHASE (USED). OVER NEXT 12 MONTHS ALL HAVE FAILED. I HAVE NO WAY TO LOCK OR UNLOCK DOORS EXCEPT MANUALLY . (KEYFOB REMOTE AND DRIVER DOOR NOT WORKING). THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE THAT CHEVROLET SHOULD FIXED REGARDLESS OF WARRENTY. PLEASE PURSUE WITH GM/CHEVROLET AS THEIR CUSTOMER SERVICE RESPONSE IS TO TAKE TO THE DEALER. $250/DOOR. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 25000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1GNFC16J28R. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in BROKEN ARROW, OK. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Latches/locks/linkages

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10386122

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Dec 02, 2009.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . THERE IS NO REAL EVENTS LEADING UP TO THE EVENT, THE POWER LOCKS JUST STOPPED WORKING ON ALL 4 DOORS. ALSO HAVE HAD THE EXTERIOR DOOR HANDLES REPLACED TWICE AT A COST OF 250.00 EACH. THE 4 LOCK ACTUATORS ARE AT A COST OF 1000.00 THE COMPANY HAS A FLEET OF 10-20 SUBURBANS AND TAHOES WHICH ALL THE VEHICLES ARE EXPERIENCING THE SAME DEFECTS. THIS IS A MAJOR LIFE SAFETY ISSUE WITH CHILDREN IN THE CAR NOT BEING ABLE TO UNLOCK OR LOCK THE DOORS IN AN EMERGENCY. *TR.Mileage was 25000 miles. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in FREDERICK, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10399748

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Apr 26, 2011.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO UNLOCK THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR USING THE KEY FOB AS WELL AS THE UNLOCK BUTTON ON THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE CONTROL PANEL. ALL OF THE LOCKS EXCEPT FOR THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR UNLOCKED SUCCESSFULLY. IN ORDER TO UNLOCK THE DOOR THE CONTACT HAD TO MANUALLY UNLOCK THE DOOR FROM INSIDE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR ACTUATOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 44,500 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 44,550. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE. UPDATED 06/07/11*LJ UPDATED 06/24/11.Mileage was 44500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1GNFK16318J. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in APPLETON, WI. Vehicle was purchased on 20101119. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BERGSTROM CHEVROLET . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 920-749-5800 . DEALER'S CITY: APPLETON . DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 54914 .
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Structure Body Door

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10401237

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 05, 2011.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR . 2008 CHEVY SUBURBAN HAS DEFECTIVE EXTERNAL DOOR HANDLES - THEY BREAK LOOSE FROM THE CAR BODY AND MAKE THE DOOR INOPERABLE FROM INSIDE - SO ONE CANNOT EXIT IN AN ACCIDENT. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 83000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFK16378G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in ELGIN, SC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 drive type:4WD. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Latches/locks/linkages

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10401237

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 05, 2011.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . 2008 CHEVY SUBURBAN HAS DEFECTIVE EXTERNAL DOOR HANDLES - THEY BREAK LOOSE FROM THE CAR BODY AND MAKE THE DOOR INOPERABLE FROM INSIDE - SO ONE CANNOT EXIT IN AN ACCIDENT. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 83000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFK16378G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in ELGIN, SC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 drive type:4WD. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Equipment Electrical Air Conditioner

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10402911

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 24, 2011.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:AIR CONDITIONER . 2008 CHEVY SUBURBAN WILL BE IN THE SHOP NEXT WEEK FOR THE 3RD TIME FOR SAME PROBLEMS DEALING WITH FRONT AIR CONDITIONER CEASING TO BLOW AIR AND PROBLEMS WITH DOOR LATCHES & LOCKS NO LONGER ABLE TO BE ACTIVATED BY REMOTE OR FRONT MASTER DOOR ACTIVATOR. HAVE REPLACED AC BLOWER MOTOR, RESISTOR, AND DRIVER FRONT DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR. IT IS NOW THE DRIVER BACK DOOR LOCK NOT WORKING. ALSO, VEHICLE BEGAN RUNNING ROUGH; TOOK IT TO MECHANIC; SENT ME ON TO DEALER. HAD TO REPLACE ALL FUEL INJECTORS AND CAMSHAFT. *TR.Mileage was 42000 miles. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in HONDO, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Fuel System, Gasoline

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10402911

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 24, 2011.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . 2008 CHEVY SUBURBAN WILL BE IN THE SHOP NEXT WEEK FOR THE 3RD TIME FOR SAME PROBLEMS DEALING WITH FRONT AIR CONDITIONER CEASING TO BLOW AIR AND PROBLEMS WITH DOOR LATCHES & LOCKS NO LONGER ABLE TO BE ACTIVATED BY REMOTE OR FRONT MASTER DOOR ACTIVATOR. HAVE REPLACED AC BLOWER MOTOR, RESISTOR, AND DRIVER FRONT DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR. IT IS NOW THE DRIVER BACK DOOR LOCK NOT WORKING. ALSO, VEHICLE BEGAN RUNNING ROUGH; TOOK IT TO MECHANIC; SENT ME ON TO DEALER. HAD TO REPLACE ALL FUEL INJECTORS AND CAMSHAFT. *TR.Mileage was 42000 miles. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in HONDO, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Latches/locks/linkages

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10402911

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 24, 2011.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . 2008 CHEVY SUBURBAN WILL BE IN THE SHOP NEXT WEEK FOR THE 3RD TIME FOR SAME PROBLEMS DEALING WITH FRONT AIR CONDITIONER CEASING TO BLOW AIR AND PROBLEMS WITH DOOR LATCHES & LOCKS NO LONGER ABLE TO BE ACTIVATED BY REMOTE OR FRONT MASTER DOOR ACTIVATOR. HAVE REPLACED AC BLOWER MOTOR, RESISTOR, AND DRIVER FRONT DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR. IT IS NOW THE DRIVER BACK DOOR LOCK NOT WORKING. ALSO, VEHICLE BEGAN RUNNING ROUGH; TOOK IT TO MECHANIC; SENT ME ON TO DEALER. HAD TO REPLACE ALL FUEL INJECTORS AND CAMSHAFT. *TR.Mileage was 42000 miles. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in HONDO, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Electrical System

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10402911

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 24, 2011.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . 2008 CHEVY SUBURBAN WILL BE IN THE SHOP NEXT WEEK FOR THE 3RD TIME FOR SAME PROBLEMS DEALING WITH FRONT AIR CONDITIONER CEASING TO BLOW AIR AND PROBLEMS WITH DOOR LATCHES & LOCKS NO LONGER ABLE TO BE ACTIVATED BY REMOTE OR FRONT MASTER DOOR ACTIVATOR. HAVE REPLACED AC BLOWER MOTOR, RESISTOR, AND DRIVER FRONT DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR. IT IS NOW THE DRIVER BACK DOOR LOCK NOT WORKING. ALSO, VEHICLE BEGAN RUNNING ROUGH; TOOK IT TO MECHANIC; SENT ME ON TO DEALER. HAD TO REPLACE ALL FUEL INJECTORS AND CAMSHAFT. *TR.Mileage was 42000 miles. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in HONDO, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Structure Body Door

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10402911

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 24, 2011.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR . 2008 CHEVY SUBURBAN WILL BE IN THE SHOP NEXT WEEK FOR THE 3RD TIME FOR SAME PROBLEMS DEALING WITH FRONT AIR CONDITIONER CEASING TO BLOW AIR AND PROBLEMS WITH DOOR LATCHES & LOCKS NO LONGER ABLE TO BE ACTIVATED BY REMOTE OR FRONT MASTER DOOR ACTIVATOR. HAVE REPLACED AC BLOWER MOTOR, RESISTOR, AND DRIVER FRONT DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR. IT IS NOW THE DRIVER BACK DOOR LOCK NOT WORKING. ALSO, VEHICLE BEGAN RUNNING ROUGH; TOOK IT TO MECHANIC; SENT ME ON TO DEALER. HAD TO REPLACE ALL FUEL INJECTORS AND CAMSHAFT. *TR.Mileage was 42000 miles. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in HONDO, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Unknown Or Other

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10409948

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2011.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . I OWN A 2008 CHEVY SUBURBAN LTZ WITH 37K MILES. THE REAR DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS FAILED AT 36K MILES. THE FAULTY DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS PREVENT LOCKING OR UNLOCKING OF THE DOORS FROM THE DRIVERS SEAT. AS I HAVE SMALL CHILDREN, I FEEL IT IS A SAFETY ISSUE TO DRIVE WITH UNLOCKED DOORS. AFTER RESEARCHING THIS ISSUE I DISCOVERED THE PROBLEM TO BE WIDESPREAD ON A NUMBER OF CHEVROLET VEHICLES. PLEASE REFERENCE THE FOLLOWING INTERNET FORUM DISCUSSIONS : HTTP://WWW.GM-TRUCKS.COM/FORUMS/INDEX.PHP?SHOWTOPIC=98284&ST=165 HTTP://TOWNHALL-TALK.EDMUNDS.COM/DIRECT/VIEW/.F206D4B/75#MSG75 I SUGGEST THE NHTSA LOOK INTO THIS ISSUE AND MANDATE A RECALL AND THE INSTALLATION OF A MORE RELIABLE DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR. PLEASE LET ME KNOW HOW I CAN BE OF FURTHER ASSISTANCE IN THIS MATTER. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 36000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1GNDT13S752. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in CHARLOTTE, NC. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Latches/locks/linkages

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10417199

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2010.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . THE AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS DO NOT WORK ON MY 08 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN. TO UNLOCK THE DOORS YOU HAVE TO USE THE KEY UNLOCK THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR AND THEN EITHER CLIMB IN THE BACK OR OVER TO UNLOCK THE BACK DOORS AND FRONT PASSENGER DOORS. OR ROLL DOWN THE WINDOWS. TO LOCK THE DOORS YOU HAVE TO MANUALLY LOCK THE DOORS. *TT.Mileage was 51000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1GNFK16328J. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in EDGEWOOD, KY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10418372

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Aug 10, 2011.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN. WHILE PARKED, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT ALL THE ELECTRONIC DOOR LOCKS WOULD UNLOCK AND LOCK INVOLUNTARILY. IN ORDER TO PROPERLY USE THE DOOR LOCKS, THEY HAD TO BE OPERATED MANUALLY. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTICS, WHERE THE TECHNICIANS STATED THAT THE LOCK MECHANISM FAILED. THE CONTACT WAS UNAWARE OF THE REPAIRS THAT WOULD NEED TO BE PERFORMED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 45,000. .Mileage was 45000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFK163X8G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in SAINT CHARLES, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Electrical System

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10424482

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Sept 08, 2011.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . AFTER DRIVING FOR APPROXIMATELY 3 HOURS THE PROBLEM BEGAN: THE DOOR LOCKS CYCLE REPEATEDLY, THE INSTRUMENT CONSOLE FLASHES, THE DRIVE POSITION FLASHES FROM PARK TO DRIVE REPEATEDLY, THE RADIO STOPS WORKING, THE VEHICLE SURGES, AND THE STABILITRAC SAYS IT NEEDS TO BE SERVICED. THIS IS THE SECOND REPORT WE HAVE FILED IN A MONTH. WE HAVE ALREADY TAKEN IT TO THE DEALERSHIP ONCE FOR THIS PROBLEM IN EARLY AUGUST WHEN IT WAS JUST THE RADIO MALFUNCTIONING. THEY SAID TO REPLACE THE RADIO. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE THAT HAS ALREADY BEEN IDENTIFIED BY NHTSA ITEM NUMBER 10036550 AND SERVICE BULLETIN NUMBER PIT-4730A. GM SAYS THAT BECAUSE OUR VEHICLE IS OUT OF FACTORY WARRANTY THAT THEY WILL NOT PAY TO HAVE IT REPAIRED. *TR.Mileage was 60000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFC16J78G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in NORTH POLE, AK. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Visibility

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10433476

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Oct 06, 2011.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with VISIBILITY . TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR VIEW MIRROR FAILED TO GIVE A CLEAR VIEW OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND THE CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 87,000. .Mileage was 87000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1GNFK163X8J. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in BLOOMFIELD, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Latches/locks/linkages

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10433659

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Oct 15, 2011.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . THE DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR DOES NOT WORK ON THE DRIVER'S DOOR. *TR.Mileage was 40000 miles. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in DAYTON, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Electrical System

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10436182

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2011.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . BATTERY GOES DEAD EVERY THIRD DAY THAT THE TRUCK IS NOT USED. BATTERY IS GOOD. *TR.Mileage was 76000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFK16338G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in NORTH BERGEN, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Structure Body Door

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10438454

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 12, 2011.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR . INSIDE DOOR HANDLE CHROME IS PEELING AND HAS CUT OUR HANDS ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 85000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1GNFC16J08R. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in MERIDIAN, MS. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Engine And Engine Cooling

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10438955

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 23, 2010.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . NEW CAR PURCHASED IN 2008. MULTIPLE ISSUES WITH CAR CONSUMING EXCESS OIL AND LOSING ENGINE POWER. 27,000 MILES HAD TO REPLACE ALL AMF LIFTERS IN ENGINE 29,000 MILES HAD TO REPLACE THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY SYSTEM 31,000 MILES HAD TO INSTALL NEW OIL PUMP, GASKET AND SEAL 32,000 MILES HAD TO REPLACE OIL GASKET 37,000 MILES OIL INTAKE SYSTEM PLUGS BURNING OIL AND OIL ON INTAKE VALVE. HAD TO CLEAN ENGINE AND INSTALLL 8 VALVE SEALS. *TR.Mileage was 27000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFK16328G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in SEATTLE, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Power Train

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10438955

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 23, 2010.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN . NEW CAR PURCHASED IN 2008. MULTIPLE ISSUES WITH CAR CONSUMING EXCESS OIL AND LOSING ENGINE POWER. 27,000 MILES HAD TO REPLACE ALL AMF LIFTERS IN ENGINE 29,000 MILES HAD TO REPLACE THROTTLE BODY ASSEMBLY SYSTEM 31,000 MILES HAD TO INSTALL NEW OIL PUMP, GASKET AND SEAL 32,000 MILES HAD TO REPLACE OIL GASKET 37,000 MILES OIL INTAKE SYSTEM PLUGS BURNING OIL AND OIL ON INTAKE VALVE. HAD TO CLEAN ENGINE AND INSTALLL 8 VALVE SEALS. *TR.Mileage was 27000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFK16328G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in SEATTLE, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Electrical System

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10442379

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Dec 22, 2011.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . DRIVING THE CAR ON CITY STREET, LET OFF GAS TO SLOW DOWN, ENGINE SHUDDERS, THE INSTRUMENT CONSOLE FLASHES, INDICATES ENGINE POWER DECREASING, THE RADIO STOPS WORKING, THE VEHICLE LOSES POWER, THE STABILITRAC INDICATES IT NEEDS TO BE SERVICED, GIVES REAR CAMERA/TOWING WARNING, THE ENGINE DIES, BRAKES ARE LOST. IMMEDIATELY AFTER ENGINES DIES STARTER WILL NOT CRANK. THE CAR WILL START AGAIN AFTER SEVERAL MINUTES. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON. AFTER A DRIVE OF ABOUT 4 MILES PARKED CAR AND STARTED NEXT MORNING--CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS OFF. ENGINE QUITTING AND NO BRAKES COULD BE DANGEROUS. INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. *TR.Mileage was 36000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1GNFK163X8J. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in NORMAN, OK. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10443861

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Dec 11, 2011.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR QUIT WORKING COMPLETELY. THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR WORKS INTERMITTENTLY..Mileage was 34285 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFC16008G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in ASHDOWN, AR. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10466007

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 31, 2012.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS FAIL CAUSING DOORS TO REMAIN LOCKED AND INOPERABLE. SEVERAL ACCOUNTS ON THE INTERNET CLAIM MULTIPLE FAILURES AT THE SAME TIME AND OR REPLACED ACTUATORS FAILING A SECOND TIME. VEHICLE CAN NOT BE ENTERED OR EXITED EASILY IN AN EMERGENCY CAUSING A SAFETY ISSUE. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 60000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFK16Y88G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in MARIETTA, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Latches/locks/linkages

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10466007

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 31, 2012.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS FAIL CAUSING DOORS TO REMAIN LOCKED AND INOPERABLE. SEVERAL ACCOUNTS ON THE INTERNET CLAIM MULTIPLE FAILURES AT THE SAME TIME AND OR REPLACED ACTUATORS FAILING A SECOND TIME. VEHICLE CAN NOT BE ENTERED OR EXITED EASILY IN AN EMERGENCY CAUSING A SAFETY ISSUE. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 60000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFK16Y88G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in MARIETTA, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10468380

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Apr 01, 2011.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . DRIVER SIDE REAR DOOR LOCK QUIT WORKING, SHORTLY AFTER THAT DRIVER DOOR QUIT LOCK QUIT WORKING, TOOK INTO DEALER FOR REPAIR, SAID IT WOULD BE ABOUT $1000 FOR 2 DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR REPLACEMENTS, A FEW MONTHS LATER THE PSGR REAR DOOR LOCK QUIT WORKING. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 56569 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFC16028G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in AFTON, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Electrical System

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10468380

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Apr 01, 2011.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . DRIVER SIDE REAR DOOR LOCK QUIT WORKING, SHORTLY AFTER THAT DRIVER DOOR QUIT LOCK QUIT WORKING, TOOK INTO DEALER FOR REPAIR, SAID IT WOULD BE ABOUT $1000 FOR 2 DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR REPLACEMENTS, A FEW MONTHS LATER THE PSGR REAR DOOR LOCK QUIT WORKING. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 56569 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFC16028G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in AFTON, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Structure Body

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10468976

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on July 22, 2012.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR HATCH LOCK WAS NOT OPERABLE AND THE VEHICLE WAS NOT EQUIPPED WITH A MANUAL RELEASE BUTTON. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED THAT IT WOULD BE DIFFICULT TO EXIT THE VEHICLE IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY OR FIRE. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 73,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 75,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 73000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFC16098G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in MATHIS, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Engine

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10470402

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 05, 2012.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ENGINE . TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS OPERATING WITH REDUCED POWER AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHERE THEY REPLACED THE ENGINE SEALS, CATALYTIC CONVERTER AND THE THROTTLE BODY. THE FAILURE WAS NOT CORRECTED AND PERSISTED. THE DEALER THEN ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE ENGINE WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE ENGINE WAS NOT REPLACED. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 147,000 AND THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFK16378G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in OXON HILL, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Structure

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10481118

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Oct 14, 2011.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE . CRACKS ON DASHBOARD NEXT TO PASSENGER AIRBAG AND ABOVE THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ON THE LEFT SIDE RUNNING ACROSS THE HUMP. ALWAYS KEPT IN COVERED GARAGE AND MAINTAINED AS PER MANUFACTURER SUGGESTED CLEANING PROCEDURES. CRACK ON PASSENGER SIDE HAS WIDENED TO THE POINT WHERE THE AIR BAG COVER MAKES A RATTLING NOISE, APPARENTLY DUE TO VIBRATION OF THE WHOLE PART. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 105600 miles. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in TAMPA, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Air Bags

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10481118

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Oct 14, 2011.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS . CRACKS ON DASHBOARD NEXT TO PASSENGER AIRBAG AND ABOVE THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ON THE LEFT SIDE RUNNING ACROSS THE HUMP. ALWAYS KEPT IN COVERED GARAGE AND MAINTAINED AS PER MANUFACTURER SUGGESTED CLEANING PROCEDURES. CRACK ON PASSENGER SIDE HAS WIDENED TO THE POINT WHERE THE AIR BAG COVER MAKES A RATTLING NOISE, APPARENTLY DUE TO VIBRATION OF THE WHOLE PART. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 105600 miles. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in TAMPA, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Latches/locks/linkages

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10482193

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Oct 01, 2011.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS WOULD UNLOCK INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE TECHNICIAN ADVISED HER THAT THE FAILURE MAY BE DUE TO THE LOCK ACTUATORS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND THEY OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 87,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 87000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1GNFK16328J. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in ERLANGER, KY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Engine

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10496143

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on July 19, 2012.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ENGINE . 2008 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 5.3L AFM OIL CONSUMPTION --> EXTREMELY FRUSTRATED WITH GM SERVICE GIVEN ME THE RUNAROUND REGARDING A POOR ENGINE DESIGN WHICH LEADS TO BAD RINGS AND HIGH OIL CONSUMPTION. BAD RINGS CAN BE VERIFIED BY DOING A COMPRESSION CHECK ON THE CYLINDER, AS OPPOSED TO CHECKING HOW MUCH OIL IS BEING USED PER MILEAGE. EXCESSIVE USAGE IS DEFINE 0.5 QUARTS PER 500 MILES. LAST THREE OIL CHANGES, I HAVE USE 6 QUARTS IN 3000 MILES. MY VEHICLE IS UNDER WARRANTY, AND THEY ARE TRYING TO DELAY THE PROBLEM UNTIL IT IS OUT OF WARRANTY. THERE IS NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS OF THIS ONLINE. THEY SHOULD REPLACE THE PISTONS AND RINGS AND AFM LIFTERS AND ADD THE NEW OIL BAFFLE. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 53000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1GNFK16378J. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in BOISE, ID. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10499227

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Jan 31, 2013.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ENGINE . I PURCHASED A 2008 CHEVY SUBURBAN LTZ ON SEPTEMBER 24, 2011. SHORTLY THEREAFTER I BEGAN TO NOTICE THAT THE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE SEEMS TO BEHAVE ERRATICALLY, I LATER LEARNED THE CAR BURNED OIL. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP IN JANUARY OF 2013 COMPLAINING OF OIL STAINS ON MY DRIVEWAY AND THAT I HAD PLACED TWO QUARTS OF OIL IN MY CAR WITHIN ONE WEEK. THE DEALERSHIP EXPLAINED TO ME THIS WAS A COMMON PROBLEM AND THAT I WOULD HAVE TO HAVE ABOUT $4,000-$5,000 OF REPAIRS DONE TO REBUILD MY ENGINE. THEY ALSO EXPLAINED THAT THIS WAS A WARRANTY ITEM AND THAT GM WOULD COVER IT. I WAS INFORMED BY THE DEALERSHIP THAT GM TOLD THEM THAT I HAD TO GO THROUGH AN "OIL CONSUMPTION TEST" WHICH I DID, THEY PERFORMED AN OIL CHANGE ON JANUARY 31, 2013. I BROUGHT THE VEHICLE IN FOR SERVICE ON FEBRUARY 19, 2013 AND THE DEALER NOTES THAT IT HAS BURNED .75 (3/4) OF A QUART OF OIL. WHEN I ASKED IF GM WOULD FIX THE PROBLEM, THEY SAID NO, THAT ANOTHER TEST WAS NEEDED. I'VE NEVER PURCHASED OR OWNED A CAR WHERE BURNING OIL IS ACCEPTABLE. I BRIEF GOOGLE SEARCH OF "SUBURBAN OIL CONSUMPTION ISSUES" RESULTS IN APPROXIMATELY 2.8 MILLION RESULTS AND THERE ARE SEVERAL PAGES DISCUSSING THIS APPARENT COMMON PROBLEM. I CALLED GM ON FEBRUARY 19, 2013 AND WAS ONLY ABLE TO SPEAK WITH [XXX] AND A SUPERVISOR IN THE PHILIPPINES WHO ASSIGNED ME A CASE NUMBER I BELIEVE THIS IS A LARGE PROBLEM AND WANT A RECALL AND FIX. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).*TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 61000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1GNFK163X8J. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in BALLWIN, MO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Visibility/wiper

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10508100

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Apr 12, 2013.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with VISIBILITY/WIPER . WIPERS STOPPED WORKING. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 135000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFC16058G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in QUEENS VLG, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Electrical System

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10524919

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on July 01, 2011.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . I PURCHASED A 2008 SUBURBAN LTZ IN JULY 2011. SHORTLY AFTER WE PURCHASED THE VEHICLE 3 OF THE DOORS LOCKS HAVE STOPPED FUNCTIONING COMPLETELY, THE 4TH DOOR WORKS SPORADICALLY (DRIVER SIDE, PASSENGER). THE LOCKS DO NOT WORK AT ALL WITH THE KEYLESS ENTRY NOR THE MAIN LOCK BUTTON FROM THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR. I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT IT IS A PROBLEM WITH THE LOCK ACTUATORS MALFUNCTIONING AND THAT IT IS ALSO A WELL KNOWN ISSUE FROM VARIOUS DEALERS AND PER MY RESEARCH ON THE INTERNET. IN ORDER TO UNLOCK THE DOORS, I MUST MANUALLY USE THE KEY TO UNLOCK THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR THEN UNLOCK ALL THE OTHER DOORS BY HAND ONE BY ONE. THEN WE MUST LOCK ALL DOORS MANUALLY AFTER ENTERING BECAUSE THE LOCKS ALSO DO NOT LOCK AUTOMATICALLY WHEN YOU TAKE THE CAR OUT OF THE PARK POSITION. ALTHOUGH THE POWER LOCKS ARE A LUXURY, THIS ALSO BECOMES A SAFETY ISSUE. A VEHICLE WITH AN ORIGINAL ASKING PRICE OF OVER $55,000 SHOULD NEVER HAVE THIS ISSUE AND I'M NOT SURE WHY CHEVROLET FAILS TO TAKE ACTION FOR A CLEAR SAFETY DANGER. AS A MOTHER OF 3 CHILDREN I FIND THIS TO BE A VERY SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE. A CHILD COULD EASILY OPEN THE DOOR AND FALL OUT OF THE MOVING VEHICLE OR IF WE WERE INVOLVED IN A CAR ACCIDENT ANY ONE OF MY FAMILY MEMBERS (ADULT OR CHILD) COULD POTENTIALLY BE EJECTED FROM THE VEHICLE, CAUSING EITHER SERIOUS INJURY OR WORSE!! I REALIZE THE CHILD SAFETY LOCKS CAN BE ACTIVATED TO KEEP A CHILD FROM OPENING THE DOOR ACCIDENTALLY, BUT THAT WILL NOT PREVENT A CARJACKER OR ANYONE ELSE FOR THAT MATTER FROM JUMPING IN AND STEALING THE CAR OR KIDNAPPING A CHILD. IN MY OPINION, THEIR DEFINITELY NEEDS TO BE A RECALL ISSUED FOR THIS MAJOR LOCKING MALFUNCTION BASED ON MY EXPERIENCE AND HUNDREDS OF OTHERS I HAVE RESEARCHED. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 50000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1GNFC16J58R. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in WASHINGTON, OK. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Latches/locks/linkages

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10524919

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on July 01, 2011.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . I PURCHASED A 2008 SUBURBAN LTZ IN JULY 2011. SHORTLY AFTER WE PURCHASED THE VEHICLE 3 OF THE DOORS LOCKS HAVE STOPPED FUNCTIONING COMPLETELY, THE 4TH DOOR WORKS SPORADICALLY (DRIVER SIDE, PASSENGER). THE LOCKS DO NOT WORK AT ALL WITH THE KEYLESS ENTRY NOR THE MAIN LOCK BUTTON FROM THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR. I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT IT IS A PROBLEM WITH THE LOCK ACTUATORS MALFUNCTIONING AND THAT IT IS ALSO A WELL KNOWN ISSUE FROM VARIOUS DEALERS AND PER MY RESEARCH ON THE INTERNET. IN ORDER TO UNLOCK THE DOORS, I MUST MANUALLY USE THE KEY TO UNLOCK THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR THEN UNLOCK ALL THE OTHER DOORS BY HAND ONE BY ONE. THEN WE MUST LOCK ALL DOORS MANUALLY AFTER ENTERING BECAUSE THE LOCKS ALSO DO NOT LOCK AUTOMATICALLY WHEN YOU TAKE THE CAR OUT OF THE PARK POSITION. ALTHOUGH THE POWER LOCKS ARE A LUXURY, THIS ALSO BECOMES A SAFETY ISSUE. A VEHICLE WITH AN ORIGINAL ASKING PRICE OF OVER $55,000 SHOULD NEVER HAVE THIS ISSUE AND I'M NOT SURE WHY CHEVROLET FAILS TO TAKE ACTION FOR A CLEAR SAFETY DANGER. AS A MOTHER OF 3 CHILDREN I FIND THIS TO BE A VERY SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE. A CHILD COULD EASILY OPEN THE DOOR AND FALL OUT OF THE MOVING VEHICLE OR IF WE WERE INVOLVED IN A CAR ACCIDENT ANY ONE OF MY FAMILY MEMBERS (ADULT OR CHILD) COULD POTENTIALLY BE EJECTED FROM THE VEHICLE, CAUSING EITHER SERIOUS INJURY OR WORSE!! I REALIZE THE CHILD SAFETY LOCKS CAN BE ACTIVATED TO KEEP A CHILD FROM OPENING THE DOOR ACCIDENTALLY, BUT THAT WILL NOT PREVENT A CARJACKER OR ANYONE ELSE FOR THAT MATTER FROM JUMPING IN AND STEALING THE CAR OR KIDNAPPING A CHILD. IN MY OPINION, THEIR DEFINITELY NEEDS TO BE A RECALL ISSUED FOR THIS MAJOR LOCKING MALFUNCTION BASED ON MY EXPERIENCE AND HUNDREDS OF OTHERS I HAVE RESEARCHED. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 50000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1GNFC16J58R. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in WASHINGTON, OK. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Electrical System

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10533536

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 30, 2012.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . REAR HATCH DOOR ACTUATOR WENT OUT. THE DOOR IS IN THE LOCKED POSITION AND CANNOT BE OPENED WITH CONSOLE BUTTON, KEY FOB OR EXTERIOR HANDLE. THERE IS NO WAY TO OPEN THE REAR HATCH FROM THE INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE CREATING A SAFETY HAZARD FOR PASSENGERS RIDING IN THE 3RD SEAT. THE REAR HATCH IS NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE SINCE I IS IN A LOCKED POSITION AND CANNOT BE OPENED. I HAVE FILED A COMPLAINT WITH GM. THEIR CS REPRESENTATIVE CONTACTED ME TO LET ME KNOW THAT MY LOCAL DEALERSHIP CAN FIX THE PROBLEM AT MY EXPENSE. TENS OF THOUSANDS OF THESE COMPLAINTS HAVE BEEN FILED WITH GM OVER THE LAST 2 YRS. AND THERE HAS BEEN NO RECALL FOR THIS POTENTIALLY FATAL SAFETY HAZARD. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 61000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFC16098G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in MATHIS, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Latches/locks/linkages

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10533536

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 30, 2012.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . REAR HATCH DOOR ACTUATOR WENT OUT. THE DOOR IS IN THE LOCKED POSITION AND CANNOT BE OPENED WITH CONSOLE BUTTON, KEY FOB OR EXTERIOR HANDLE. THERE IS NO WAY TO OPEN THE REAR HATCH FROM THE INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE CREATING A SAFETY HAZARD FOR PASSENGERS RIDING IN THE 3RD SEAT. THE REAR HATCH IS NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE SINCE I IS IN A LOCKED POSITION AND CANNOT BE OPENED. I HAVE FILED A COMPLAINT WITH GM. THEIR CS REPRESENTATIVE CONTACTED ME TO LET ME KNOW THAT MY LOCAL DEALERSHIP CAN FIX THE PROBLEM AT MY EXPENSE. TENS OF THOUSANDS OF THESE COMPLAINTS HAVE BEEN FILED WITH GM OVER THE LAST 2 YRS. AND THERE HAS BEEN NO RECALL FOR THIS POTENTIALLY FATAL SAFETY HAZARD. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 61000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFC16098G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in MATHIS, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Latches/locks/linkages Doors Latch

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10542044

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on July 11, 2008.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH . DOOR HANDLE FAILURE THREE TIMES, WAITING FOR FOURTH TO FAIL AT ANYTIME. GM COMPLAINT DEPT REFUSES TO ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY. THREE DOOR LOCKS FAILED BY 39,000 MILES, LAST ONE BEING RIGHT PASSENGER DOOR. WE HAVE A 1978 CHEVY PU AND THE DOOR LOCKS NEVER FAILED! THIS IS ABSURD, A $55,000 TOP OF THE LINE LTZ MODEL SHOULD NOT HAVE THIS PROBLEM, AND GM WON'T ACKNOWLEDGE POOR QUALITY PARTS AND WORKMANSHIP! WHAT CAN A CONSUMER DO TO RECTIFY THIS SITUATION?. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 3000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFK16388G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in WILLIAMSBURG, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Structure

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10546591

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2013.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE . OUR 2008 SUBURBAN DASH HAS STARTING CRACKING UPON FURTHER REVIEW EXACTLY WHERE MANY OTHERS ARE HAVING THE ISSUES. MY CONCERN IS THAT ONE AREA IS AROUND THE AIR BAGS AND AS IT CONTINUES TO DETERIORATE THERE MAY BE ISSUES WITH SAFETY DEVICE. BASED ON WHAT I HAVE SEEN ACROSS WEB IS THAT IT IS A MALFUNCTION OF THE PRODUCT. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 82000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1GNFC16068R. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in BURLESON, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Air Bags

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10552006

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Oct 03, 2013.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS . AIR BAG LIGHT, DOOR LOCKS, TRACTION CONTROL, RADIO, AND MANY OTHER ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS FLICKER ON AND OFF. ENGINE VIBRATES AND THEN DIES. WILL NOT START BACK UP UNTIL SOME PERIOD OF TIME GOES BY. ALWAYS DIFF AND HAPPENS IN ALL TEMPS AND DRIVING CONDITIONS. WHEN IN GARAGE ALL NIGHT WILL NOT START IN THE AM. VERY INTERMITTENT. WE HAVE BEEN STRANDED WITH KIDS 5 TIMES AND HAVE ONLY OWNED THIS VEHICLE FOR 4 MONTHS. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 47480 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFK163X8G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in CRAWFORDSVILLE, IN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Electronic Stability Control

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10552006

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Oct 03, 2013.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL . AIR BAG LIGHT, DOOR LOCKS, TRACTION CONTROL, RADIO, AND MANY OTHER ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS FLICKER ON AND OFF. ENGINE VIBRATES AND THEN DIES. WILL NOT START BACK UP UNTIL SOME PERIOD OF TIME GOES BY. ALWAYS DIFF AND HAPPENS IN ALL TEMPS AND DRIVING CONDITIONS. WHEN IN GARAGE ALL NIGHT WILL NOT START IN THE AM. VERY INTERMITTENT. WE HAVE BEEN STRANDED WITH KIDS 5 TIMES AND HAVE ONLY OWNED THIS VEHICLE FOR 4 MONTHS. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 47480 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFK163X8G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in CRAWFORDSVILLE, IN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Engine

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10552006

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Oct 03, 2013.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ENGINE . AIR BAG LIGHT, DOOR LOCKS, TRACTION CONTROL, RADIO, AND MANY OTHER ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS FLICKER ON AND OFF. ENGINE VIBRATES AND THEN DIES. WILL NOT START BACK UP UNTIL SOME PERIOD OF TIME GOES BY. ALWAYS DIFF AND HAPPENS IN ALL TEMPS AND DRIVING CONDITIONS. WHEN IN GARAGE ALL NIGHT WILL NOT START IN THE AM. VERY INTERMITTENT. WE HAVE BEEN STRANDED WITH KIDS 5 TIMES AND HAVE ONLY OWNED THIS VEHICLE FOR 4 MONTHS. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 47480 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFK163X8G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in CRAWFORDSVILLE, IN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Structure Body

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10554422

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Sept 14, 2011.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . ALL 4 AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKING ACTUATORS DO NOT WORK. THE ACTUATORS DO NOT WORK WHEN THE LOCK/UNLOCK BUTTON IS PRESSED ON THE REMOTE. LOCKS DO NOT ACTUATE WHEN THE CAR IS PUT INTO PARK OR WHEN THE SPEED IS ATTAINED THAT IS SET IN THE SYSTEM SETTINGS. THE ONLY WAY TO LOCK/UNLOCK THE DOORS IS TO MANUALLY PUSH OR PULL THE DOOR LOCK. YOU CAN ALSO UNLOCK THE DRIVERS SIDE LOCK BY USING THE KEY. THIS IS UNSAFE. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in ERLANGER, KY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Electrical System

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10554422

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Sept 14, 2011.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . ALL 4 AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKING ACTUATORS DO NOT WORK. THE ACTUATORS DO NOT WORK WHEN THE LOCK/UNLOCK BUTTON IS PRESSED ON THE REMOTE. LOCKS DO NOT ACTUATE WHEN THE CAR IS PUT INTO PARK OR WHEN THE SPEED IS ATTAINED THAT IS SET IN THE SYSTEM SETTINGS. THE ONLY WAY TO LOCK/UNLOCK THE DOORS IS TO MANUALLY PUSH OR PULL THE DOOR LOCK. YOU CAN ALSO UNLOCK THE DRIVERS SIDE LOCK BY USING THE KEY. THIS IS UNSAFE. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in ERLANGER, KY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Air Bags

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10561616

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2013.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS . THERE IS A CRACK ON TOP OF THE DASHBOARD THAT HAS BECOME PROGRESSIVELY LARGER. RECENTLY A SECOND CRACK APPEARED RIGHT OVER THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG. THIS MAY INTERFERE WITH THE DEPLOYMENT OF AIRBAGS. THIS SEEMS TO BE A RECURRING PROBLEM WITH 2007 AND 2008 CHEVY WITH SAME DASHBOARD (TAHOE, SUBURBAN, ET AL.) MODELS..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 50000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFK16388G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in ASHBURN, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Engine

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10564785

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Jan 30, 2014.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ENGINE . MY 2008 SUBURBAN STARTED BURNING A TREMENDOUS AMOUNT OF OIL. SEEMS LIKE I WAS CONTINUOUSLY ADDING OIL. RAISED THE ISSUE WITH THE DEALER, WHO INDICATED IT WAS A COMMON PROBLEM BUT PROBABLY NOT WORTH THE EXPENSE OF FIXING IF I COULD KEEP CHECKING THE OIL. THIS ADVICE WAS ALSO BASED ON THE FACT THAT ALL MY MAINTENANCE HAS BEEN PERFORMED AT THIS DEALER, SO THEY KNOW THE VEHICLE WELL. THE LAST WEEK IN JANUARY WAS VERY BUSY AND SAW ME DRIVING ABOUT 100 MILES A DAY. ON THURSDAY, ABOUT 30 MILES FROM HOME, THE CHECK ENGINE AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS STARTING BLINKING, THE CAR LOST POWER, AND THE ENGINE BEGAN RUNNING ROUGH. THIS WAS ON A VERY BUSY HIGHWAY (U.S. ROUTE 50 NEAR ANNAPOLIS) DURING RUSH HOUR. THIS CREATED A DANGEROUS SITUATION. I WAS EVENTUALLY ABLE TO GET THE CAR HOME. WHEN I BROUGHT IT TO THE DEALER, THEY SAID THE OIL WAS DRY (I HAD CHECKED IT THE PREVIOUS WEEKEND), A LIFTER HAD BROKEN, AND A PISTON HEAD WAS SCORED. THE COST OF WORK TO FIX WOULD EXCEED THE COST OF A NEW ENGINE. I NOW HAVE A NEW ENGINE, THE COST OF WHICH WAS NOT IN MY BUDGET. THIS EXPERIENCE REFLECTS WHAT HAS BEEN HAVE REPORTED FREQUENTLY ON AUTOMOBILE RELATED WEB SITES.. GIVEN THAT THIS IS A DESIGN FLAW, CHEVROLET SHOULD BE COVERING AT LEAST PART OF THIS FIX. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 125000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFK16348G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in WASHINGTON, DC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Unknown Or Other

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10573933

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 01, 2011.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . MY MAIN CONCERN IS THE INTERIOR SILVER COATED DOOR HANDLES IN MY 2008 SUBURBAN. THE COATING HAS SPLINTERED AND IS CUTTING OUR HANDS. THIS SEEMS TO BE AN ISSUE IN THE 2007 AND 2008 MODEL, WHEN I LOOK IT UP ONLINE. I'M WONDERING WHY A RECALL HAS NOT BEEN ISSUED FOR SOMETHING THAT IS DANGEROUS TO ME AND MY CHILDREN? IT IS A PRODUCT THAT WAS MADE POORLY AND THEY ARE HAPPY TO CHARGE ME $200 PER DOOR TO FIX IT! IF USE BROKE A MECHANISM IN THE DOOR HANDLE THEN FINE, BUT I'VE NEVER HAD A METAL DOOR HANDLE PEEL BEFORE! I ALSO HAVE A CRACK IN MY DASHBOARD THAT IS NEAR TO THE PASSENGER AIR BAG, IT IS SLOWLY GROWING. I HAVE A FEELING IF IT WASN'T GARAGE KEPT THAT IT WOULD BE A LOT LARGER THAN IT HAS BECOME. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in MOUNT CARMEL, TN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10574324

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 24, 2014.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . REAR WINDOW SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED WHILE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. REAR DEFROSTERS WERE NOT ON AT THIS TIME BUT HAD BEEN ON EARLIER THAT MORNING, OUTSIDE TEMP WAS 32 DEGREES. THIS IS A SAFETY CONCERN DUE TO SHATTERED GLASS WAS SENT INTO THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WHERE CHILDREN SIT..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 106000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFK16328G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in POWELL, TN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Air Bags

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10574853

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 04, 2012.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS . DASH CRACKED AT AIRBAG ON DASH AND ALSO ABOVE DASH CLUSTER..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 100000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1GNFC16078R. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in MANSFIELD, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Structure Body

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 Safety Review #10575563

CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 29, 2014.CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 2008, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . DOOR HANDLES ARE ALL COMING OFF ON EXTERIOR OF VEHICLE ON BOTH OF THE FRONT AND REAR PASSENGER DOORS..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNFC16038G. Chevrolet Suburban 2008 problem was reported in BENTON, AR. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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Air Bags 4 Review(s)

Electrical System 11 Review(s)

Electronic Stability Control 1 Review(s)

Engine 5 Review(s)

Engine And Engine Cooling 1 Review(s)

Equipment Electrical Air Conditioner 1 Review(s)

Fuel System, Gasoline 1 Review(s)

Latches/locks/linkages 17 Review(s)

Latches/locks/linkages Doors Latch 1 Review(s)

Power Train 1 Review(s)

Structure 2 Review(s)

Structure Body 3 Review(s)

Structure Body Door 5 Review(s)

Unknown Or Other 4 Review(s)

Vehicle Speed Control 1 Review(s)

Visibility 1 Review(s)

Visibility/wiper 1 Review(s)

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