Chevrolet Avalanche Complaints (2007)

493 consumer complaints on file.

#11732748April 21, 2026
ENGINE
Traveling hiway on cruise. My 5.3l down shifted to accelerate to go up an incline. Shortly after that there was low to almost no power. Check engine light then came on. I was able to do 30mph on freeway to get it home. Took it to a local garage since gray Daniels chevy wouldn’t service it since I recently transitioned to MS. The problem was the #4 lifter had collapsed. It costed me just shy of $4k out of pocket. I’ve read that this was a recall item for my vehicle, I was never notified. I would like to be compensated if this was indeed a recall item
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11667854June 18, 2025
AIR BAGS, VISIBILITY/WIPER
First recall, Only dealer on Island (Hawaii) went out of business and couldn't be done by a GM dealer. Windshield washer fluid heater was removed by a mechanic shop at my own expense. Second recall, The passenger airbag inflator hasn't been done due to the fact that 2007 - 2014 Chevy Avalanche, Tahoe, Suburban & GMC Yukon are known for cracked dashboards which includes my Avalanche. My dashboard was cracked before the airbag recall and I covered the dashboard with fiberglass mat and resin to repair it as a new dashboard was not covered by warranty and exceeded over $2,000.00 to replace. The area to access the airbag is sealed and would require a new dashboard. There is now a new Chevy dealer here that can do the recall but I would have to pay the cost to replace the dashboard so it hasn't been done as I'm not able or willing to pay for the additional expense.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11667269June 16, 2025
AIR BAGS
Airbag warning won't go says my airbag is disabled
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11598334July 2, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE
Code p2128 Code p2122 Have replaced TPS, THROTTLE BODY, ACCELERATOR PEDAL (×3) AND bypassed connectors WITH DIRECT WIRING from ACCELERATOR PEDAL TO ECM Continue to get codes with CHECK ENGINE LIGHT with DECREASED ENGINE POWER, CHECK STABILITRAK, and STABILITRAK DISABLED. HAVE TO CLEAR CODES WITH BLUEDRIVER MULTIPLE TIMES EVEN WHILE DRIVING SHORT DISTANCES AND SOMETIMES ON START UP.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11593712June 11, 2024
AIR BAGS
The contact owned a 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 60 MPH, he lost control of the vehicle after driving over a pothole and crashed into a telephone pole. The pole fell on the vehicle and the fire department had to remove the contact from the vehicle. The front passenger's side of the vehicle was damaged. The air bags in the vehicle failed to deploy during the impact. The contact sustained three fractured ribs and one lacerated lung which required medical attention via hospital. The vehicle was towed and deemed destroyed. A police report was filed. The contact mentioned that the vehicle was previously serviced for an unknown NHTSA Campaign Number for the Air Bags prior to the crash. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
1
Deaths:
0
#11574539February 28, 2024
AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS
Was going down the road and there was a big load bang or pop that sounded like a bomb went and the seatbelts sucked us back and locked us in place and then the service airbag light came on the light stays on the seatbelts are locked up can remove and it was like the air bags says will no longer deploy/work and now can't use the seatbelts and the law says no seatbelt use we get a ticket so now can't drive truck unless I want a ticket. So what do I do now I am disabled and this my only vehicle that I need to get to the doctors with so how to get it fixed is the manufacturer responsibility. My email is [XXX] My phone number is [XXX] Would like someone to contact me ASAP PLEASE INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11554131November 8, 2023
AIR BAGS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dash is cracked in so many spots and missing peices to where it is unsafe. In an accident those loose and broken peices can hurt a passenger/driver. Can't even get the airbag recall taken care of because the dash is too damaged.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11553865November 6, 2023
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the dealer for a service appointment, the contact was informed that the subframe was severely corroded. The contact was informed that the subframe and parts connected to the frame would also need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 125,675.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11528542June 23, 2023
AIR BAGS
Have a 2007 Chevy Avalanche LTZ 5.3L that has a dashboard panel that is completely falling apart and cracking everywhere. This includes MULTIPLE cracks and broken pieces surrounding the airbag. I am worried these pieces could get propelled by the airbag if the airbag were to deploy. These cracks and broken parts of the dash have also caused multiple other things to become loose. The controls on the front of the dash are falling out because they can no longer be bolted to the dashboard panel due to it's pieces being broken. I was hoping chevy had a recall as this is an issue with many of their trucks but could not find any information about it. I was hoping there might be some information or help with supplying a replacement dashboard panel part #15915974 from GM/Chevrolet. Thank you.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11523672May 24, 2023
SUSPENSION
We are repair facility. on or about 5/2/2023 the vehicle was towed into our shop with the right front wheel bearing sheared off - the customer stated he did not have any impact/accident with the vehicle. We noted that the wheel bearing still rotated - no explanation on why the hub would shear off. At the time, we inspected the entire front suspension (with extra emphasis on the left front bearing/hub assembly) and found no deficiencies. On, or about 5/19/23 the vehicle was towed into the shop - the left front hub/wheel bearing assembly had sheared off. In 30+ years in business, we've never seen a hub shaft sheer - let alone 2 on the same vehicle
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11510387March 6, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche. The contact stated while driving at various speeds or upon starting the vehicle, the ABS, traction control, and check engine warning lights remained illuminated. The contact stated that the heater and air condition failed to operate. The contact also stated that the dashboard was cracked. The rubber padding for the wires under the hood and under the front driver’s side was dry rotted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was notified of a major electrical malfunction and engine misfire. The mechanic stated that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 280,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11509573February 28, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, ENGINE
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated and a message indicating that the vehicle was in Reduced Power Engine mode was displayed. The contact veered to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle. The contact stated that he disconnected and reconnected the battery and was able to continue driving. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring while driving. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle made abnormal clicking sounds. The contact stated that the check engine, traction control, ABS, stabili-trak and other unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the transmission was slipping, and the vehicle would jerk while driving. The contact was able to continue driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the spark plugs, brake light switch, and transmission oil filter were replaced; however, the failure persisted. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 195,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11507569February 16, 2023
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche. The contact stated that there was an abnormal odor of antifreeze inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed the contact that there was excessive rust to the subframe and one of fuel tank strap. Additionally, the manifold was missing bolts and the heater core was fractured. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an inspection station and the vehicle was taken off the road. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 154,000. The VIN was not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11501335January 11, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The 2007 Chevy Avalanche dash board shakes vigorously and cracking apart especially near the airbag and steering column. Chevy should issue a recall to fix the the dash board and stabilize the dashboard supports.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11455225March 4, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The sunroof glass broke broke away while I was in the interstate going 70 miles a hour. It was so scary. Thank God there wasn't anyone behind me at the time. This could have went thru a cars windshield behind me and killed them. They need to build these better or be illegal in the US. I am putting a claim in with my insurance co. I don't know if it's covered. The garage that will be repairing mine said he gets many calls of this happening. Even though it's may not be a vehicle defect like breaks but it surly is a hazard issue. Even the insurance girl I was talking to said one almost hit her. She was lucky she was going up on the side of the vehicle that lost it and not behind it. This has not been a recall and something should be done about sunroofs. Extra brackets to hold them in maybe should be applied on any vehicle with a sunroof. I'm telling you it scared me to death when it broke. My heart was pounding and it could of caused me to panic and get in an accident. I had to drive with one hand holding my inside sliding cover. And if it had been pouring rain I would of had water pouring in and that would be an electrical issue. Please don't let this issue continue. Please have every vehicle with a sunroof recalled and have extra brackets added. Can you imagine if you was driving on the highway and a sunroof came flying at you. It would be worse than the ice on vehicles that is illegal. Never did I ever expect this to happen. I would pray this would come under highway safety. They are so dangerous. I will never purchase another vehicle with one again. I am waiting on the insurance co.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11430464August 25, 2021
AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not repaired or diagnosed. The manufacturer was informed of the failure but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11428111August 6, 2021
AIR BAGS, ENGINE
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche. The contact stated while driving 45 mph, the vehicle was making an abnormal tapping sound. The passenger’s side air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and diagnosed that the passenger’s side air bag was faulty, and the lifter had collapsed since the vehicle was running on 4 cylinders instead of 8 cylinders. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11423270July 2, 2021
SERVICE BRAKES, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
STABILITY CONTROL AND TRACTION CONTROL NOT WORKING CAN NOT FIND PART TO REPPLACE AS GM HAS DISCONTINUED THE PART NEEDED STEERING ANGLE POSITION SENSOR GM PART 15886733 i need this part, why is it discontinued?
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11421261June 17, 2021
AIR BAGS
Dashboard crack, around passenger side airbag. Started in 2009 and has gotten larger since...
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11420634June 11, 2021
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- My dashboard has had a large crack in it for some time now and I am needing it to be repaired as I am not the only one with this issue. - The dashboard is considered the cover for the instrument/control panel of my vehicle. It is not in good shape due to this crack which would cause a greater hazard should the air bag deploy and cause the dash to send pieces of plastic flying everywhere. - This problem has already been brought to GM's attention in a lawsuit. - It has been inspected by myself and other passengers in the vehicle and a cause for great concern since I have no idea why the crack even appeared after having taken care of my truck very well since the first day I've owned it. - No warning lamps that I am aware of but then again, not sure if issues I've faced since owning it are due to this crack.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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