Chevrolet Avalanche problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 207 owner complaints and 7 recalls on file for the Chevrolet Avalanche (2005–2013). The 2013 Avalanche has the most serious complaints, most often about airbags.

Complaints
207
Recalls
7
Model years
8
Worst year
2013

Complaints by model year

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NHTSA complaints per Chevrolet Avalanche model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Worst Chevrolet Avalanche years to buy

Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).

  1. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche — 41 complaints, 2 crashes; top problem: Airbags
  2. 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche — 58 complaints, 2 crashes, 1 fire; top problem: Airbags
  3. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche — 47 complaints, 1 crash, 1 fire; top problem: Airbags

Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2005 (1 complaints).

Every Chevrolet Avalanche model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2013 Avalanche412062Airbags
2012 Avalanche90003Engine
2011 Avalanche170003Airbags
2010 Avalanche190003Airbags
2009 Avalanche151004Airbags
2008 Avalanche471103Airbags
2007 Avalanche582123Airbags
2005 Avalanche10000Airbags

Most common Chevrolet Avalanche problem areas (all years)

  • Airbags
    90 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    29 complaints
  • Engine
    18 complaints
  • Electrical System
    18 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    6 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    6 complaints
  • Brakes
    6 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    5 complaints
  • Suspension
    4 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    3 complaints

Complaint trend

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Complaints about the Chevrolet Avalanche received by NHTSA each month.

Chevrolet Avalanche recalls

  • Recall 21V051000Feb 5, 2021284,645 vehiclesModel years 2012

    Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

  • Recall 21V053000Feb 5, 2021692,526 vehiclesModel years 2009–2013

    Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

  • Recall 21V054000Feb 5, 20211,778,128 vehiclesModel years 2010–2013

    Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

  • Recall 21V050000Feb 5, 20212,641,272 vehiclesModel years 2007–2011

    Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

  • Recall 21V052000Feb 5, 2021557,023 vehiclesModel years 2007–2009

    Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

  • Recall 14V827000Dec 30, 201484,192 vehiclesModel years 2011–2012

    Risk: If stuck in the "Start" position, the ignition may suddenly snap back into the "Accessory" position, causing a loss of engine, steering, and braking power, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. If the vehicle is in a crash, the air bags may not deploy, increasing the risk of occupant injury.

  • Recall 10V240000Jun 4, 20101,365,070 vehiclesModel years 2007–2009

    Risk: It is possible for the heated washer module to ignite and a fire may occur.

Other Chevrolet models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology