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Chevrolet C8500 Engine problems by year

2 complaints filed with NHTSA about the Chevrolet C8500's engine & cooling. Stalling, loss of power, oil consumption, overheating, head gaskets, timing chains and engine failure.

Engine complaints by model year

YearEngine complaintsCrashesInjuriesRecalls
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Latest C8500 engine complaints

2008 Chevrolet C8500Engine & cooling

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet c8500 diesel. The contact stated that exhaust fumes were emitted into the vehicle as a result of the exhaust pipe being located by the driver's side door. The contact believed that it was a very serious problem since smelling the fumes could cause health problems. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician stated that they were unable to alter the design of the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 30,000. The vin was not available.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 10556854
2006 Chevrolet C8500Engine & coolingElectrical system

Check engine light on, oil pressure light on, reduce engine power light on, service vehicle soon light on, all interior and exterior lights were running, car would not hold a charge. Car towed into shop where they changed the battery. *Nm

Filed Incident Engine and engine cooling · Electrical systemNHTSA 10176187

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