P0008 on CHEVROLET EQUINOX — Engine Position System Performance Bank 1

Q: "What does P0008 mean on a CHEVROLET EQUINOX?"

"P0008 indicates: Engine Position System Performance Bank 1. This is a fuel and air metering code. 4 CHEVROLET EQUINOX owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of P0008 on CHEVROLET EQUINOX?"

"Based on 4 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Engine, Power Train,Unknown Or Other,Engine. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is P0008 serious on my CHEVROLET EQUINOX?"

"Of 4 NHTSA reports for this code on CHEVROLET EQUINOX, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic."

Q: "What should I do if my CHEVROLET EQUINOX shows P0008?"

"1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare."

What P0008 Means on Your CHEVROLET EQUINOX

P0008 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Engine Position System Performance Bank 1. This code relates to the fuel and air metering system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

4 CHEVROLET EQUINOX owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2008-2009. Most reports come from the 2008, 2009 model years. The most commonly reported component is Engine (75.0% of reports).

Real CHEVROLET EQUINOX Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

""takata recall" the timing belt. timing belt stretched. know for fact that 5 other chevrolet equinox 2008 has had the same problem brought to the same automacanic shop. ours would be the 6th known in hastings minnesota. would like a recall and have problem fixed and paid for by the manufacture."

— 2008 CHEVROLET EQUINOX owner · ENGINE · Filed 04/17/2017

"My vehicle has 84,000 miles on it. about 3 weeks ago the check engine light came on for code p0008. after further review the dealer discovered i had a stretched timing chain that needed to be replaced at the tune of $3,000."

— 2008 CHEVROLET EQUINOX owner · ENGINE · Filed 07/05/2016

"Vehicle has 80,000 miles on it and it has a check engine light on with the dtc p0008. this code is in reference to the timing chains needing replaced. there are recalls on other vehicles with this same engine and the exact same code."

— 2008 CHEVROLET EQUINOX owner · ENGINE · Filed 01/11/2016

"The timing chain and guides went bad at only 110k miles. and if it was recalled like the 2009 chevy traverse was then i wouldn't have had to fix it. it has the same motor. it is the 3.6l motor. because it is the sports model."

— 2009 CHEVROLET EQUINOX owner · POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE · Filed 05/12/2020

All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

3

'08

1

'09

Common Causes on CHEVROLET EQUINOX

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

ENGINE 75%

POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN or OTHER,ENGINE 25%

What To Do Next

1
Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.
2
Get a proper diagnosis
A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.
3
Compare repair quotes
Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does P0008 mean on a CHEVROLET EQUINOX? ▾

P0008 indicates: Engine Position System Performance Bank 1. This is a fuel and air metering code. 4 CHEVROLET EQUINOX owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of P0008 on CHEVROLET EQUINOX? ▾

Based on 4 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Engine, Power Train,Unknown Or Other,Engine. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P0008 serious on my CHEVROLET EQUINOX? ▾

Of 4 NHTSA reports for this code on CHEVROLET EQUINOX, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.

What should I do if my CHEVROLET EQUINOX shows P0008? ▾

1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare.

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