3 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file with NHTSA for the 2008 GMC W3500.
3
recalls
1
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2008 GMC W3500 recalls
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal
NHTSA campaign 17V324000 · reported May 17, 2017 · Isuzu Technical Center of America, Inc. · 14,807 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Isuzu Technical Center of America, Inc. (Isuzu) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 and 2012-2013 Isuzu NPR and NPR HD vehicles and 2008-2009 GMC W3500 and GMC W4500 vehicles. The affected vehicles, equipped with a gasoline-powered engine, have a throttle pedal that may get stuck under the steel stopper bolt, causing the pedal to remain in the full throttle position.
The risk
A stuck open accelerator pedal may result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop the vehicle, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death.
The fix
Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will remove and replace the stopper bolt with a flanged plate, to prevent lateral movement of the throttle, free of charge. The recall began on June 23, 2017. Owners may contact Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638.
Fuel system, gasoline: storage, tank assembly
NHTSA campaign 15V704000 · reported October 26, 2015 · Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America · 13,671 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America (Isuzu) is recalling certain model year 2006-2008 Isuzu NPR and NPR-HD and Chevrolet W3500 and W4500 trucks manufactured March 16, 2005, to August 13, 2008 and 2006-2008 GMC W3500 and W4500 trucks manufactured July 18, 2005, to August 13, 2008. The affected vehicles have a fuel tank that may corrode and leak fuel.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. Isuzu issued an interim notification to owners on December 18, 2015. The recall began on April 8, 2016. Owners may contact Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638.
Power train: driveline, driveshaft
NHTSA campaign 09V042000 · reported February 4, 2009 · ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA · 2,836 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Izusu is recalling 2,836 my 2008-2009 npr/nqr and nrr, gmc w3500, 4500 and 5500, chevrolet w3500, 4500 and 5500 trucks. The propeller shaft was manufactured with insufficient high frequency heat treatment. As a result, the affected portion of the propeller shaft may not maintain its durability through the expected vehicle useful life.
The risk
The propeller shaft could break off while the vehicle is being driving, which would result in the vehicle stalling and coasting to a stop, or loss of vehicle control which could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the propeller shaft free of charge. The recall began on march 5, 2009. Owners may contact isuzu at 1-866-441-9638.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Service brakes, hydraulic1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Nov 23, 2010 · Service brakes, hydraulic · 41,891 miles
WE RENTED A 16 FOOT BOX TRUCK IN ILLINOIS TO TRAVEL TO MA FROM BUDGET RENTAL TRUCKS AKA AVIS. WE CALCULATED THE TIME OF THE TRIP TO BE APPROXIMATELY 18 HOURS. WE HAD LEFT CHICAGO AT 3:00PM AND DECIDED TO DRIVE TILL AROUND MIDNIGHT. WE HAD DRIVEN 9 HOURS. WE SPENT THE NIGHT AT A HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS IN OHIO. WE HAD 9…
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2008 GMC W3500, the most recent reported on May 17, 2017 (Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 GMC W3500?
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes, hydraulic (1 complaints).
How many 2008 GMC W3500 complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 1 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received November 23, 2010.