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2008 Chevrolet Uplander recalls & problems

The 2008 Chevrolet Uplander has 1 safety recall and 119 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is electrical system (28 complaints).

Recalls1safety recalls
Complaints119filed by owners
Crashes · fires8 · 1reported in complaints
Injuries · deaths9 · 0reported in complaints

Safety recalls

SuspensionMar 19, 2010

Rear

Recall 10V1100005,375 vehicles

Problem
THE BRAUN CORPORATION HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA ABOUT A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2008 GENERAL MOTORS MOBILITY CONVERSION, HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE LOW FLOOR MINIVANS. DURING CONVERSION, THE DRIVER OR PASSENGER SIDE TRAILING ARM MODIFICATION MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ADEQUATELY WELDED.
Risk
A SQUEAKING OR CLUNKING NOISE MAY DEVELOP. THE TRAILING ARM BUSHINGS MAY PREMATURELY WEAR AND THE TRAILING ARM MAY FRACTURE OR SEPARATE, ALLOWING THE REAR AXLE TO BECOME PARTIALLY SEPARATED FROM THE CHASSIS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Fix
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND WILL HAVE A SUPPLY OF RETROFIT PARTS AVAILABLE TO REMEDY THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 4, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BRAUN AT 1-800-488-0359.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2008 Chevrolet Uplander w/SAB

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Uplander FWD

19mpg combined
City / highway16 / 23 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.9 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,550/year to fuel

Uplander FWD FFV

19mpg combined
City / highway16 / 23 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.9 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,550/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Electrical systemAlternator/generator/regulator; 12v/24v/48v battery2800063,000 mi
StructureBody; Body › Door2010242,000 mi
Electronic stability control (esc)2000077,897 mi
Service brakes1300095,250 mi
Power train1200054,130 mi
SuspensionFront11000126,739 mi
Latches/locks/linkages800131,000 mi
Unknown or other820493,233 mi
Air bags860685,000 mi
Steering8000115,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion system800077,680 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic600044,700 mi

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.