Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 recalls and problems
5 recalls and 897 owner complaints for 12 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
5
Complaints
897
Crashes reported
40
Fires reported
13
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Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Avalanche 1500 | 1 | 29 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 Avalanche 1500 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 Avalanche 1500 | 2 | 28 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 Avalanche 1500 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 Avalanche 1500 | 0 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 Avalanche 1500 | 0 | 37 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2007 Avalanche 1500 | 1 | 113 | 5 | 3 | 8 | 0 |
| 2006 Avalanche 1500 | 1 | 39 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 2005 Avalanche 1500 | 1 | 129 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 Avalanche 1500 | 0 | 144 | 7 | 0 | 9 | 0 |
| 2003 Avalanche 1500 | 0 | 182 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 2002 Avalanche 1500 | 0 | 154 | 15 | 1 | 16 | 1 |
Most reported Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 228 | |
| Air Bags | 147 | |
| Service Brakes | 126 | |
| Unknown or Other | 90 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 70 | |
| Structure | 69 | |
| Power Train | 63 | |
| Steering | 42 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 28 | |
| Tires | 23 |
All Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13V-001 | Jan 2, 2013 | 2013 | Power Train, Steering | General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT; Chevrolet Avalanche, Express, Silverado HD, Silverado LD, Suburban, and Tahoe; and GMC Savana, Sierra HD, Sierra… |
| 11V-007 | Jan 6, 2011 | 2011 | Suspension | General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 cadillac escalade, escalade esv, escalade ext; chevrolet avalanche, colorado, express, silverado, suburban, tahoe; and gmc canyon, sierra, savana, yukon and yukon xl… |
| 10V-643 | Dec 17, 2010 | 2011 | Suspension | General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 cadillac escalade ext, chevrolet avalanche, silverado ld and gmc sierra ld vehicles. |
| 06V-307 | Aug 11, 2006 | 2007 | Wheels | Certain sport utility vehicles and trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. |
| 06V-289 | Aug 3, 2006 | 2005–2006 | Engine and Engine Cooling | On certain trucks equipped with an 8.1l v8 (Rpo l8-VIN g) engine have a condition in which the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip may fracture resulting in inadequate retention of the damper. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Chevrolet Avalanche 1500?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 has the most reports (182). Check the 2003 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 have?
NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls covering Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 model years 2005–2007, 2011, 2013.
What are the most common Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 problems?
Owners report electrical system, air bags, service brakes problems most often.