- The problem
- DUECO Inc. (DUECO), a manufacturer of utility vehicles, is recalling certain Dueco-modified model year 2009-2011 International 4300, 2010 International 4400, 2009 and 2011 International 7400, 2010 Freightliner M2, 2008-2009 GMC C5500, and 2011 Ford F-750 vehicles, equipped with Sure Power DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
- The risk
- Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- DUECO will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the converters, free of charge. The recall began on May 29, 2014. Owners may contact Dueco at 1-800-558-4004.
Vehicle safety record
2008 GMC C5500 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2008 GMC C5500 with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system (1). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in April 2014 for the 12v / 24v / 48v battery. For comparison, the 2007 has 1 and the 2009 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical C5500 year, for its age
#440 most complained-about 2008 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2008 GMC C5500 problems
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2008 GMC C5500 recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Certain intermotive wheelchair lift interlock, p/no. Ilis605-h3 ilis activation kit (interlock option for gateway 401) sold for use as aftermarket for 2005 - 2008 chevy 560 (c4500 and c5500 kodiak) 6.6L diesel vehicles which a protection diode was used. The diode can be exposed to voltage spikes greater than what it can withstand. The diode could fail, which could prevent vehicle interlock operation when a wheelchair lift is deployed.
- The risk
- Should the diode fail, it will be possible to move the vehicle with the wheelchair deployed, which could result in injury to anyone using the lift.
- The fix
- Intermotive will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on november 20, 2007. Owners can contact intermotive toll-free at 1-800-969-6080. This recall only pertains to aftermarket intermotive wheelchair lifts and has no relation to any original equipment installed on chevrlot and gmc vehicles manufactured by general motors.
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2008 GMC C5500
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Vehicle would stop, or would run without brakes (abs) and would not crank. Then it would crank. Was told by repair shop that it was the wiring harness. We believe it is a dangerous manufacturing defect and gmc should recall it. Gmc has already issued technical service bulletin sb-09-06-03-004a 09/01/2009 sb-09-06-03-004b 10032332. Please contact us because the truck is owned by the town of livermore, maine, and we need it to work. [[redacted]] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(B)(6). *Tr
GMC C5500: every year compared
All C5500 years2008 GMC C5500 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 GMC C5500 | 1 | 2 | C | |
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 858 | 5 | F | Compare |
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 77 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 42 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 2008 GMC Savana Cargo 1500 | 5 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2008 GMC C Series | 5 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 2008 GMC Savana 2500 12 Passenger | 4 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2008 GMC Savana Cargo 2500 | 4 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2008 GMC Savana 3500 15 Passenger | 3 | 0 | B | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2008 GMC C5500
Does the 2008 GMC C5500 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2008 GMC C5500: 12v / 24v / 48v battery (April 2014); equipment adaptive / mobility (January 2008). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 GMC C5500?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the electrical system (1).
How many complaints has the 2008 GMC C5500 had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 25, 2014 and the latest on March 25, 2014. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2008 GMC C5500 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 55 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical GMC C5500 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which GMC C5500 years have the most complaints?
2005 (3), 2003 (2), 2006 (1). See every GMC C5500 year compared.
What should I do if my 2008 GMC C5500 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data