MYRModel Year Report

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche

● Typical for this model
2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:42:42.289Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
111
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2010

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Air bags

48% of complaints

Complaints per year

2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2002: 444 complaints 2002 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 111 2011: 127 complaints 2012: 36 complaints 2012 2013: 82 complaints
2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2001 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 111 2011: 127 complaints 2011 2012: 36 complaints 2012 2013: 82 complaints 2013
2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2001 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 111 2011: 127 complaints 2011 2012: 36 complaints 2012 2013: 82 complaints 2013

2010: 111 complaints

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

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Air bags

48% · 53 reports
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Thus far, nothing has "Happened" With my vehicle, but there has been a recall in effect for the airbags in my vehicle for well over a year and nothing has been done to replace the airbags.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-06

Also filed under Electrical system

"Takata recall" - remedy not available at this time per the dealership

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-10-30

Structure

14% · 16 reports

Most commonly citing body.

INJURY
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Interior door handle (Driver's side) chrome overlay peeled 2010 chevy Avalanche lt. Owner opened door and cut finger on handle release when it was lifted up as car was parked in a parking lot. It is razor sharp.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-01-09

The dash is cracked around the passenger side airbag. Upon checking the internet I found this is a common problem on Chevrolet trucks.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-12-15

Electrical system

7% · 8 reports
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In October of 2020, my avalanche only would start in winter after disconnecting and reconnecting the battery. It was also on numerous occasions go into limp mode while driving at normal city speeds meaning it wouldn’t go above 25 miles an hour.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-11-01

Also filed under Power train and service brakes

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-06-30

Engine

5% · 6 reports

Vehicle speed control

3% · 3 reports

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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    2010-09-14Equipment10E043000 Marathon is recalling certain seat covers, brand superhides with part numbers 593, 594, 578, 960, 228, 228-09, 267-08, 333, 625, and 630, sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger…

    Remedy: Marathon will notify owners of record and replace the seat cover free of charge. The safety recall began on September 14, 2010. Owners may contact marathon at 1-800-735-2769.

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    2021-03-01Air bags21V050000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, Yukon XL, and 2009-2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500,...

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 22, 2021.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2021-05-11Air bags21V053000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500/3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Sierra 2500/3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles...

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 24, 2021.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2021-05-11Air bags21V054000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the...

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 25, 2021.

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    2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

Buy-smart checklist

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Air bags: 53 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 16 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 10E043000 · Equipment
  • Recall 21V050000 · Air bags
  • Recall 21V053000 · Air bags
  • Recall 21V054000 · Air bags
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 48% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

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