Chevrolet Avalanche problems by year
1,951 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across 12 Chevrolet Avalanche model years. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Complaint totals are lifetime counts — years that have been on the road longer accumulate more reports.
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Most reported problem | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 82 | 2 | Unknown OR Other | |
| 2012 Fewer complaints | 36 | 3 | Unknown OR Other | |
| 2011 | 127 | 3 | Air Bags | |
| 2010 | 111 | 3 | Air Bags | |
| 2009 | 76 | 5 | Air Bags | |
| 2008 | 258 | 4 | Air Bags | |
| 2007 Most complained | 377 | 4 | Air Bags | |
| 2006 Fewer complaints | 11 | 1 | — | |
| 2005 | 71 | 3 | Electrical System | |
| 2004 | 165 | 5 | Electrical System | |
| 2003 | 204 | 4 | Service Brakes | |
| 2002 Most complained | 444 | 2 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic |
How to read this. Complaints are unverified reports owners file with NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation, counted once per case number. Raw totals are not adjusted for sales volume, and recent model years have had less time on the road. “Most complained” flags years well above the model’s median; treat it as a signal for deeper research, not a verdict. This page is not affiliated with Chevrolet.