MYRModel Year Report

2001 Chevrolet Avalanche

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2001 Chevrolet Avalanche
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:35:25.539Z

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
4

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2000: 2 complaints 2001: 2 complaints 2001 2 2002: 444 complaints 2003: 204 complaints 2004: 165 complaints 2004 2005: 71 complaints 2006: 11 complaints 2006 2007: 377 complaints 2008: 258 complaints 2008 2009: 76 complaints 2010: 111 complaints 2010 2011: 127 complaints 2012: 36 complaints 2012 2013: 82 complaints
2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2001 2 2002: 444 complaints 2002 2003: 204 complaints 2003 2004: 165 complaints 2004 2005: 71 complaints 2005 2006: 11 complaints 2006 2007: 377 complaints 2007 2008: 258 complaints 2008 2009: 76 complaints 2009 2010: 111 complaints 2010 2011: 127 complaints 2011 2012: 36 complaints 2012 2013: 82 complaints 2013
2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2001 2 2002: 444 complaints 2002 2003: 204 complaints 2003 2004: 165 complaints 2004 2005: 71 complaints 2005 2006: 11 complaints 2006 2007: 377 complaints 2007 2008: 258 complaints 2008 2009: 76 complaints 2009 2010: 111 complaints 2010 2011: 127 complaints 2011 2012: 36 complaints 2012 2013: 82 complaints 2013

2001: 2 complaints

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YearComplaints
19990
20002
20012
2002444
2003204
2004165
200571
200611
2007377
2008258
200976
2010111
2011127
201236
201382

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Latches/locks/linkages

1 of 2 total reports mentions: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing latch.

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Tailgate on Chevrolet Avalanche won't close or pops open while driving.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-02-27

Engine and engine cooling

1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline.

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There have been several incidents of the stalling of my 8.1 l equipped Avalanche, mostly at idle, such as at traffic lights, drive thru's, etc.

NHTSA ODI report, 2006-09-19

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2002-08-01Engineering analysisClosed 2004-01-12 Throttle sticking closed
  2. I
    2004-04-30Engineering analysisClosed 2005-02-28 Hydraulic pump failres
  3. I
    2005-12-20Defect petitionClosed 2006-05-31 Parking brake failure
  4. I
    2010-03-30Preliminary evaluationClosed 2011-01-05 Brake line corrosion failure

Buy-smart checklist

2001 Chevrolet Avalanche — pre-purchase inspection

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  • Latches/locks/linkages: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.
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FAQ

Is the 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche?
The most-reported component is latches/locks/linkages, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.