chevrolet avalanche Problems

chevrolet avalanche 2007 Complaints

SEAT BELTS

tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet avalanche. the front driver's seat belt latch failed. the dealer charged $200 to replace the seat belt latch. the contact thought that the dealer would replace the entire unit at that price. the manufacturer took a report and was informed by the dealer that the seat belt was not defective. the failure mileage was 48,000 and current mileage was 50,000.

Reported in: CLINTON MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12387G

STRUCTURE

my 2007 avalanche demonstrates a popping and creaking noise from the front end while in 4 wheel drive and turning a sharp corner. this noise is accompanied by a felt binding in the steering wheel and a feeling of a loss of power.

Reported in: SURREY 00 || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet avalanche. while driving approximately 70 mph, the accelerator pedal engaged itself without manual application. this caused the vehicle to dramatically accelerate. the brakes failed to work. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer for a diagnostic, but no error codes appeared. the manufacturer has not provided a resolution. the failure and current mileages were 38,000. updated 3/16/09 *cn updated 03/18/09. *jb

Reported in: CAVE CREEK AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12397G

SUSPENSION

i had been noticing that there was a slight noise on the right front end of my 2007 avalanche. i checked the undercarriage and didn't notice anything wrong. i had an oil change done and it came w/ a free tire rotation. the sound seemed to be gone after that , i can't be sure. the truck had approx. 12,000 miles on it. i was going to drop off some papers with a customer on oct. 6th when i heard the noise again. i was looking for the customer's tractor that we were repairing in the field and was slightly bothered by the sun so i put one of my hands up to block the sun. when i looked back at the road, i was in the wrong lane. i tried to correct and the vehicle accelerated on it's own! i applied the brakes but didn"t get the same response as before. i ended up in a concrete ditch. by the way, the airbag didn't deploy and the onstar didn't get help there either. i talked to gm and they kind of just brushed it off. i still have physical and emotional issues because of it.

Reported in: BRAWLEY CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 3GNEC12017G

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Reported in: BRAWLEY CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 3GNEC12017G

TIRES

tire monitor system indicated that tires were low. took them to shopand they stated that i should take back to location of purchase because tires had splits. tookto purchase location and they found cracks in tires but stated they look like impact damage. i took to 2 additional shops andboth stated that tread was peelingfrom tires and advised not to drive. took it back to purchase place and again they would not resolve. bought new tires and have old ones at home. tires 14 mths old and have cracks all around tire. 2 tires dot #'s:v4pr mtr2705 and v4pr 3mtr3805. will have other 2 tires checked thursday.

Reported in: EVANS GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 5N1AN08U05C

POWER TRAIN

in apr 2009 i took my 2007 chevy avalanche in for servicing. the "check engine" light was on and i had recall #0848 performed. this recall was to install a wire harness (heated washer fluid module shortcircuit). the catalytic converter and an 02 sensor was replaced. approximately aug/sept i had an odor in the vehicle (smelled like dirty feet or the interior carpet was wet for some time, without proper ventilation to dry. however, i thought that was odd as i was unable to locate any leaks inside the cab of the vehicle.) on or about oct 2nd, i was driving on the freeway and the "check engine" light came on and a message to turn off the engine which i did. after being towed to the dealership, i was told the engine had lost oil pressure and a sensor was replaced. immediately after the work was performed the smell went away but that same evening i was driving and the windshield wipers started going, fluid spraying, while in the off position. i had to turn the vehicle off to get it to stop. i immediately notified the dealer, since this has happened 2 or 3 times. the end of dec i took my vehicle in to the dealership for the intermittent wiper/fluid problem and i thought the transmission was slipping. they couldn't find an issue with the transmission and their diagnosis for the wiper unit was that the module was bad and needed to be replaced. they referred to bulletin #4298, dated 02/26/07, and part #1910885. it is my belief that all the failed sensors/parts are related to the recall and i am hoping the investigation to the recall is still open/on-going. fyi: within the first year of purchasing the vehicle my battery needed to be replaced after being inspected at the dealership. if i remember correctly there were several occasions i was unable to start the vehicle. there should be records on file at the dealership pertaining to this issue. lastly, i do have the part that was replaced as a result of the oil pressure sensor.

Reported in: CONCORD CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12J97G

VISIBILITY

Reported in: CONCORD CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12J97G

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: CONCORD CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12J97G

TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM

own a 2007 chevrolet avalanche 5.3l flex fuel v8 4x4. recently when starting it, it turned over longer than normal, and then started with rpm gauge still at 0 rpm's. then put in reverse, and it said stabilitrack is off and needs servicing soon. truck started moving backwards, and then seemed as if the brakes were applied, wheels simply would not move backwards. tried to movie it back and forth several times. thought brakes were applied or transfer case or axle or differential had issues. then started it again 3 minutes later and everything worked fine and back to normal, except check engine light was on. an hour later, started it again and this time everything was back to normal. called dealer and they stated they had seen this before, but it most likely won't be under warranty. odd seeing as how a large number of other people with tahoes/suburbans/avalanches, and other vehicles expressed the same issue online and on forums...

Reported in: WILLIAMSBURG VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12337G

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Reported in: WILLIAMSBURG VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12337G

STRUCTURE

dash crack far left corner on 07 avalanche causes airbag unit to not sit properly in mounts. area on indicated part of dash flimsy not reinforced. damage caused by heat (speculating,) spilt 2" from 0" in 6hrs during drive from san diego ca to las vegas nv, no prior damage or signs of stress. due to passenger airbag not seated properly, afraid if airbag deployed may not deploy correctly. dealer considers crack cosmetic, says airbag is independent and should not be affected which i agree but that doesn't mean it will open if it can be "jarred" from its seating in the dash if it can dislodge. and in an accident with enough force to deploy airbag it could be thrust upward from its seating and thus changing the angles of which it is intended to cover during deployment. i see a potential flaw here due to oversight in engineering and feel it needs further review. i have included a video i found on youtube that shows a dash in a 07 tahoe (same dash as 07 avalanche) which is cracked the same way, it clearly shows how due to this crack the airbag unit is not secure in its seating and could potentially "jump out" as well the flimsiness in the dash area i am speculating towards lack of reinforcement. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_drp8slwvgo&feature=related *please note that no crack or indication of stress was visible 2 days prior, dealer considers crack to be strictly cosmetic and not covered under warranty. i agree the crack in nature is cosmetic however being that it can disrupt a crucial life-saving component the manufacture should be required to repair so that all possible effected systems function correctly as required.

Reported in: SAN DIEGO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12317G

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Reported in: SAN DIEGO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12317G

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet avalanche. the contact received a recall notification. he was in disagreement of the recall remedy repair which consisted of disabling and removing the heated washer fluid system. the recall was under nhtsa campaign id number 10v240000 (electrical system). the manufacturer was notified, and the contact refused to have the recall remedy repair performed on the vehicle. there had been no failures at the time of the complaint.

Reported in: ROSSFORD OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12337G

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2007 chevrolet avalanche. consumer expresses discontent in regards to the repair and recall of heated washer fluid system *tgw

Reported in: SOUTH RYEGATE VT || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12397G

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet avalanche. the contact stated he received notification of nhtsa campaign id number: 10v240000 (electrical system) and took the vehicle to the dealer for repairs. the contact stated that since repairs, the windshield washer fluid would not spray from the fluid canister onto the windshield. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure and current mileage was approximately 73,000.

Reported in: COUNTRY CLUB HILLS IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEK12307G

STEERING

tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet avalanche. the contact stated that while turning, at a slow speed, the vehicle would grind excessively. the vehicle was taken to the dealer twice but the failure could not be duplicated. the vehicle as not repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 6,000 and the current mileage was approximately 42,000.

Reported in: UPPER MARLBORO MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12307G

STRUCTURE

the dash cracked on my avalanche as i was sitting at a light right by the passenger airbag. this truck is very well taken care of, and it happened just outside of the 36,000 mile warranty. the dash is only cosmetic, but i am concerned about the stability of the airbag at this point, and if i get into a crash that the airbag will come loose or the dash break into many pieces. these cracks are an issue on avalanches, tahoes, and suburbans, and there have been many complaints so far. gm is not helping and considers this cosmetic only. there are very serious potential safety issues with the airbag.

Reported in: WICHITA FALLS TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12387G

STRUCTURE

tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet avalanche. the contact opened the glove compartment and discovered that rodents had infested the interior of the vehicle causing damaging. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the contact first noticed signs of rodent infestation three months prior. the failure mileage was 17,000 and the current mileage was 22,000. updated 11/12/10 *cn updated 11/24/10

Reported in: FRIDLEY MN || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12317G

STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

i have a 2007 chevy avalanche with the interior driver door handle chrome splitting and leaving a razor sharp edge that has drawn blood. the split is along the seam on the top edge of the handle.

Reported in: MONTGOMERY TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12057G

STRUCTURE

my 2007 chevrolet avalanche ltz has been in the shop 10x for grinding and squeaking noises coming from the right front wheel. the dealership stated they cannot duplicate this even though their service tech's heard it twice. the brakes have been replaced and the rotors re-surfaced, with the problem beginning @ 22,000 miles and continuing to this day at 44,000. the sound has been caught on video several times at different mileages but gm continues to state that it is not a concern to them. the sound begins slowly as the truck picks up speed it increases and then finally disappears at @ 35mph.

Reported in: MILFORD NH || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12337G

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Reported in: MILFORD NH || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12337G

STRUCTURE

2007 chevrolet avalanche has two cracks in the dash. one in the upper left hand corner near the passenger side airbag and one on the left side of the instrument cluster.

Reported in: LADSON SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GENK12357G

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet avalanche. he attempted to enter the vehicle from the front drivers side door and the door handle fell off. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where it was repaired. the failure has since recurred on all 4 doors, including the front passenger side door twice. after each failure occurred the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where it was repaired. the failure mileage was 20,000 and the current mileage was 60,000.

Reported in: MOUNT PLEASANT SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK123X7G

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns 2007 chevrolet avalanche. the contact stated that the vehicle started rolling backwards while it was in park. the vehicle was not parked on a hill. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer who stated that there was a related technical service bulletin stating that some vehicles may rock or move forward while in the park position. the dealer also stated that the failure was caused by the transmission fluid releasing from the clutch pad which was normal. the contact stated this was not normal and could have caused the vehicle to crash into the garage. the dealer stated that there was nothing to repair. the failure mileage was 64,400. updated 02/01/11*lj updated 03/22/11

Reported in: LINDEN MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12357G

STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

december 2010, while just opening my door normally to enter the vehicle ... my exterior drivers door handle broke off of its mount. took to a gm authorized service center and it was repaired for approx $160.00. it is now january 21st, 2011, just a few weeks later, and the same thing has now happened to the drivers side rear passenger door. the exterior door handle broke off. i am not the only person having this problem with my vehicle as i have found numerous others across the country complaining of the same thing. if i had a child in the vehicle where there was an emergency and i could not get to that child because the door handles break then this could be a potentially huge issue. i have never had a door handle break off in any other vehicle i have ever owned or tried opening....and now 2 in about 6 weeks. gm states it is not covered and they are unwilling to cooperate.

Reported in: ELIZABETHTOWN KY || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12387G

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Reported in: ELIZABETHTOWN KY || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12387G

AIR BAGS

tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet avalanche. the contact was driving 35 mph when the airbags deployed independently. the seat belts became abnormally tight and the hazard lights activated. the driver sustained minor bruising and injuries to the neck and ears from the air bag deployment. the vehicle was towed to the dealer who advised that they would be inspecting the vehicle to determine why the air bags deployed. the manufacturer was contacted but stated they could offer no assistance until they received the results of the inspection from the dealer. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 74,000.

Reported in: SYRACUSE NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12357G

AIR BAGS

2007 chevrolet avalanche. consumer states both roof side curtain airbags deployed for no reason *tgw

Reported in: SYRACUSE NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12357G

STRUCTURE

2007 chevrolet avalanche tailgate handle broke while opening tailgate. many gm trucks seem to have this problem. dealer did not have it in stock. the dealer recommended but they do not carry avalanche parts. this problem happened on our last avalanche a 2005, when it turned 4 years old also. judging from just doing a google tailgate handle search, this seems to be a widespread problem through many model years and trim levels. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) *tt

Reported in: SAINT MARYS GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12017G

STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

i own a 2007 chevy avalanche ltz. i have just broken the third exterior door hanlde, two have already been replaced at my cost. the first two were the rear doors, and now the passenger door which receives very limited use.

Reported in: SUFFOLK VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12317G

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Reported in: SUFFOLK VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12317G

STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

i'm hoping you can get these issues recalled. as i have researched around the web, i had come to find that these issues are very common among gm/chevy brand. people should not have to pay out of their own pockets to fix something that is unsafe and defective. here are the issues below: interior: plastic cover for "chrome" door handle is very sharp my wife has cut herself. exterior: door handles come loose and already has pinched a several fingers.

Reported in: TWENTY NINE PALMS CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12357G

STRUCTURE:BODY

exterior door handle broke off in hand. first the rear door, and now all doors within a two year time frame. i'm not sure if this is related to the heat in florida as the other recall on the interior door handles has been performed due to separation of the chrome. exterior door handle breakage causes a risk from cuts and abrasions, and also the possibility of falling due to expecting the handle to stay in place and not break so easily. this also makes the vehicle a target for theft, as all that is required for a break in is a hard pull and a screw driver making easy access for a criminal.

Reported in: COCOA BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE

cracked dashboard directly above airbag on passenger side on 2007 z71 avalanche (original owner). this is apparently a manufactures defect and is apparently happening on numerous gm vehicles for this model year. gm is unwilling to fix saying it is not a defect and is only cosmetic and will not fix.

Reported in: TYLER TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12367G

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

traveling at a normal rate and speed on a 5-lane highway. vehicle loss power, engine lights activated. after maneuvering the vehicle off the highway, i shut the engine off. no signs of smoke or any leaks from engine (topside or underneath). i attempted to restart the vehicle and upon doing so the engine turned over and ran at a rough idle, clearly not on all 8 cylinders. i shut the engine off again. from that point on it was towed. the chevrolet dealership (after 8 days and 449 miles later) then told me they could not find a problem. when they received the vehicle the original codes had been taken by a precision tune mechanic (nearest facility from location of break down) the dealership then informed me they could not duplicate the problem and was apologetic for any inconvenience. i received a bill for $103.95 and my vehicle which had only a 1/8 of a tank of fuel. after a little research i found gm recall no:08048 consequence: may cause electrical features to malfunction. thanks chevrolet and chevrolet service technicians for taking care of your customers. unfortunately their dealerships and district specialist do not follow their own executive director of safety who is quoted on the gm website "we always want to make sure customers can count on the safety and quality of their gm vehicle." says, [xxx]. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Reported in: CENTREVILLE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12387G

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: CENTREVILLE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12387G

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

exhaust manifold bolt heads are breaking off causing there to be an exhaust leak. pollution recall should be inforced to have gm cover all repairs of the exhaust manifold bolts. check engine light comes on and vehicle can not pass emissions with this problem.

Reported in: FOX LAKE WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12Y27G

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Reported in: FOX LAKE WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12Y27G

POWER TRAIN

transmission failure with loss of drive, 3, and reverse gears. 2nd and 1st were slipping badly when returned to dealer. vehicle has approximately 57,100 miles and has never towed or pulled anything. vehicle is 2wd ltz model.

Reported in: BIRMINGHAM AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12007G

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

date of current incidents: 1/3/11; 1/4/11; 7/28/11; 8/23/11; 9/07/11; 12/9/11; 12/16/11; 6/4/12; 6/10/12 and 6/11/12 and 6/l7/12. the engine light comes on; engine reduce power light, stabilizer tract light comes on plus oil light and other lights. i have had it in the shop to try to figure out why my avalanche keeps breaking down. and i was told that they can not find a problem. i was never informed that they have had probems with the wiring. in december 2011 my avalanche shut itself off during a snow storm. eventually, it started but because of reduced power it would only go between 35-45 miles per hour. i made it to a repair shop, they could not find a problem, but replaced sensors and/or relays. in june 2012 the lights came on, i could only go approx 35-40 miles per hour. called and set up an appointment. on the way to the appointment the engine oil light came on and the car shut down. i had to call for a tow truck. i took it to a non dealer service repair shop, because they were the closest. when they looked the car over the wires were eaten. i was informed that the newer cars have a soy base in their wiring and that the rodents love to eat this product. why are they using this soy based wiring? this is not safe. i can not have my vehicle break down leaving me stranded on the side of the road. it is getting very costly when parts are being replaced when it is the wiring that is faulty. i live in the country and i can not keep the mice out of my truck. please look into why the car manufactures are using this product which is causing major safety and financial concerns why aren't the manufactures informing the public of this problem.

Reported in: CASEY IA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12387G

ENGINE

Reported in: CASEY IA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12387G

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet avalanche. the contact stated that the dashboard had developed a crack on the passenger side, next to the air bag. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that they would contact him at a later date. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 31,000.

Reported in: MARTINDALE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12067G

STRUCTURE

the dash is cracked next to the airbag on passenger side. manufacturer refuses to fix or replace without the consumer taking responsibility and paying for replacement. this is a one owner vehicle, garage parked, dash-mat since first acquired truck. this seems to be a very widespread problem for gm vehicles of the same make and other similar vehicles. i have a huge safety concern that the airbag upon deployment will be ruptured and become ineffective due to the crack in the dash possibly puncturing the airbag. it is also very evident that this is a manufacturing flaw that gm will not stand up for and take responsibility.

Reported in: TYLER TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12367G

AIR BAGS

Reported in: TYLER TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12367G

STRUCTURE

dashboard crack on passenger side next to airbag.

Reported in: MADISON VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12J47G

ENGINE

tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet avalanche. the contact stated that while starting the vehicle, he heard a noise coming from under the hood. the vehicle was able to be driven to a private mechanic where the failure could not be duplicated. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted about the issue. the failure and current mileages were 150,000.

Reported in: MEROLLO LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12JX7G

POWER TRAIN

i am a soldier with 17yrs of active duty service and i was home over the weekend for the mlk weekend with my family. i leave monday morning about 0900am to return back to my home station and my truck was driving fine, i stopped at a red light to make a left turn and when the light turned green i accelerated to about 5-10mph then there was a clunking noise and my vehicle would not accelerate anymore it would just send the rpms up so i drifted off the road and put my vehicle in park because i just had my vehicle serviced. i checked all my fluids and they all were fine so i put my vehicle in reverse worked fine, selected drive and it wouldn't move, selected 3rd gear wouldn't move, selected 2nd gear truck would move, and selected 1st the truck would move. there i was with my wife and my 2 daughters and mother-n-law on the side of the road in nc, luckily we didn't get that far from my in-laws home and they called a local shop that towed my vehicle back to her home. i have always wanted an avalanche but i get on the computer and i start reading about other people who have had the same problem and that is shocking, and to happen under a 100k miles. this is not my 1st chevy vehicle i have owned as well, i have owned a chevy trailblazer ltz that the four wheeled drive went out on that i purchase for my wife, so i traded that in for the 07 trailblazer ss that my wife really loved and that vehicle ended having an electrical fire from the wiring harness and my vehicle sat down at the dealership for almost a month until i notified them that something has to happen in which they let me trade that vehicle in for a honda accord in which i haven't had any issues out of that my wife is currently driving. in my reading last night when i finally made it back home after borrowing a car from my nephew that just happens to be another honda accord and i see all these stories posted horrible.

Reported in: APG MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12007G

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Reported in: APG MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12007G

STRUCTURE

gm has a safety issue with dashboards cracking near where the airbag deploys on the passenger side of the vehicles. there is also cracking on the left side of the instrument pod. all cracks are in identical areas of these same model years and newer. i have two vehicles (2007 tahoe and 2007 avalanche with same cracks and will file two complaints).

Reported in: GILBERT AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12047G

POWER TRAIN

so i was sitting at a red light, everything was cool.. and when i started to accelerate the truck almost felt like we got rear-ended. then when i tried to accelerate it felt like it had slipped into neutral. drive is completely dead, when i put it�into drive, i get nothing. so i put it in 1st, and it worked, it went into gear. then when i started to accelerate it made this horrible scratching/grinding/whining sound. so i can accelerate slowly and switch to 2nd, slowly, and accelerate slowly and switch to 3rd. 3rd feels good when i accelerate but then if i step on it, it slips out of 3rd back to that neutral feeling. if i try to accelerate quickly in 1st and 2nd i get that horrible sound and grinding feel.�it is so many people having this same problem over and over. some say the dealer charge them over $2800 plus to repair others say some dealers fixed the part in the trans called the forward sprag gear and everything was ok. its crazy that so many people with the same problem. 95 percent of the trucks despite the mileage ( 30, 000 to 93, 000) on her truck did this right after the warranty was up. my truck 07 with only 62, xxx on it trans has now done the same thing as everyone else truck. someone should force gm to recall these transmission and fix them. word is they used the same transmission that's in mid size cars and light duty trucks and if so everybody will have issues with a full size truck and a light duty transmission!

Reported in: MEMPHIS TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12J87G

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

Reported in: MEMPHIS TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12J87G

AIR BAGS

i am the owner of a 2007 avalanche where the safety of the vehicle is in question. my wife was sitting stationary at a red light and for some reason both seat belts violently retracted to the point of injuring her and causing damage to passenger seat trim. also the emergency flashers would not shut off and on-star was called twice. when the vehicle was being driven to the dealer for service check today, both side airbags deployed unexpectedly?my wife had to immediately stop the vehicle within a mile of our home, turn around, and leave it parked. i now have a vehicle that has seat belts that will not retract, side air bags deployed, and service air bag light continually on unable to be driven. fortunately there were not more serious repercussions due to this vehicles failures. we expect your quick address of this and at no cost.to us. just thankful lives were not lost due to whatever caused this problem.

Reported in: ARDMORE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12037G

SEAT BELTS

Reported in: ARDMORE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12037G

STRUCTURE:BODY

interior door handle chrome is peeling off. seems to be made very "cheap". cut my hand while opening the door. called gm customer care, rep told me because i purchased it used that my vehicle does not qualify to be repaired.

Reported in: VICKSBURG MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12317G

ENGINE

misfire in cylinder 1.

Reported in: BOZEMAN MT || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12387G

AIR BAGS

i heard that chevrolet is recalling certain pickups because of an air bag issue. my air bag indicator light comes on occasionally. is this a concern? is my 2007 chevrolet avalanche going to be recalled for the defect. thank you!

Reported in: BASTROP TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12057G

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

dash cracked around passenger side airbag. if airbag is deployed it can possibly snag on the sharp edge and puncture the airbag.

Reported in: WASHINGTON DC || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12317G

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

inside doer handle chrome is peeling off leaving a very sharp edge. gm recalled this item but will not fix mine because of the mileage on my vehicle. there have been 2 injuries related to this problem

Reported in: WASHINGTON DC || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12317G

STRUCTURE

gm has a safety issue with dashboards cracking near where the airbag deploys on the passenger side of the vehicles. there is also cracking on the left side of the instrument pod. all cracks are in identical areas of these same model years and newer. this is my second dash board that has to be replaced.

Reported in: LOXAHATCHEE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12067G

AIR BAGS

gm has a safety issue with dashboards cracking near where the airbag deploys on the passenger side of the vehicles. there is also cracking on the left side of the instrument pod. all cracks are in identical areas of these same model years and newer. this is my second dash board that has to be replaced.

Reported in: LOXAHATCHEE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12067G

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet avalanche. the contact stated that the chrome door handle was peeling and becoming a hazard. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the technician verified that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was out of warranty. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 63,000.

Reported in: SAN JOSE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12307G

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet avalanche. the contact stated that the driver's side door control panel was no longer working and a burning odor were emitting from the panel. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 112,000.

Reported in: TAMPA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12067G

STRUCTURE

around the may 2012 timeframe i had to take my 2007 chevrolet avalanche in to a local dealership for service to the cracked dashboard near the passenger side air bag. the dealership agreed that this was a defective issue through out a number of other gm models. the dealership agreed to replace the dashboard at no charge. this week on 9 december 2013 i noticed another crack in the new dashboard. just slightly over a year this has happened again but this time in a new location. this crack is on the drivers side near the front of the windshield near the vin number plate to the base of the instrument cluster. this crack in the past two days is opening more and more everyday. on 10 december the crack has now formed a "v" shape and has split to towards the drivers door. i took the vehicle in today and the dealership, the same dealership that replaced the dashboard the first time, said no and that they could no longer help me and recommended to me that i just get a "cover" to not see it and bother me. i paid nearly $40,000 for the truck and keep very good care of it. i feel that these cracks are a safety concern that should be addressed and fixed. the dealerships around the country have acknowledged that this is an issue and they will no longer help. other owners like me are having this issue and we need help to get our vehicles fixed. please help all of us in getting this issue fixed as soon as possible.

Reported in: NAVARRE FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

Reported in: NAVARRE FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

the interior door handles on my 2007 chevy avalanche ltz have peeled and become razor sharp. opening the door under normal characteristics has caused a slice, or paper cut type of wound to my hand??truck failed to start due to dead battery after sitting for less than 24 hrs. this vehicle starts immediately after being jumped. it has occurred 3-4 times?replaced both alt and now a new battery?..cracked dash above driver & passenger airbag. potential safety issue when airbag is deployed.

Reported in: RICHMOND VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: RICHMOND VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE:BODY

Reported in: RICHMOND VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

the dashboard on my avalanche has developed a fairly significant crack right next to the passenger side airbag. the crack starts from towards the windshield side and leads up to and terminates at the crevice where the airbag is located. this in my opinion jeopardizes the integrity of the airbag. the concerns are that (a) the airbag may not deploy in the intended direction (b) may get ruptured due to making contact with the sharp edges of the crack or (c) may deploy unintentionally due to the weakness of the material holding it in place. this is a safety issue and gm needs to address it as such.

Reported in: SAN JOSE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12307G

STRUCTURE

Reported in: SAN JOSE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12307G

AIR BAGS

my airbag light keeps coming on at various times. i heard that chevrolet had a recall on some pickups. i hope the avalanche is included. thanks!

Reported in: BASTROP TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12057G

STRUCTURE

my dash is cracked right at the top left of my passenger airbag. my dash is also cracked on the left side of the dash near steering column. the are hundreds of online forms with the same issues with the same vehicle all you have to do is type in avalanche dash board cracks in a search engine. my big issue is i can not get any chevy dealer to tell me the crack will not affect the deployment of the airbag. this a big safety concern if i get in a accident.

Reported in: KANNAPOLIS NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12387G

AIR BAGS

Reported in: KANNAPOLIS NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12387G

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

upon arrival at work and parking my chevrolet avalanche in the parking lot, i heard a couple of popping noises come from under the hood of the vehicle. i pulled the hood release lever and noticed flames emerging from the engine compartment. i called emergency services, but the vehicle was totally engulfed in flames before they could put the fire out. the vehicle was was a total loss.

Reported in: FLORENCE MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12J47G

STRUCTURE:BODY

the interior door handle on the passenger side is a major cut hazard. my wife cut her hand on the peeling plastic of the door handle.

Reported in: ROAMING SHORES OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12357G

STRUCTURE

my dash has broken/cracked in the same place as others have reported. the crack is located behind the air bag lid starts near the middle of the air bag lid and extends to the edge of the dash. the air bag could possibly rip if it were to catch on the sharp edge that is exposed. first replacement of the dash was in may of 2009 and has cracked again in the same location in february 2014.

Reported in: AUSTIN TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12307G

STRUCTURE

driving on a normal paved road i heard two fairly loud "pop" sounds. stopped and pulled over to see if i could find source of the sounds. nothing had fallen, no windows broken, but noticed 2 cracks on upper dashboard where the passenger airbag resides. pressed on that area and was able to see the dash had completely cracked apart and was "flopping". proceeded to drive and in next mile another "pop" sound occurred, this time it was an even larger crack on the left side of the dash near the instrument panel, and the entire top portion of the dash drivers side to passenger side was now bouncing up and down by about 1-2inches. i fear if the drivers a-pillar side airbag or the passenger main airbag are deployed, that fragments and large pieces of the hard dash plastic can be thrown at high-speed to people in the cabin...this is not acceptable as a safety concern. i attempted a resolution thru gm, who wanted almost $1000 to do the repair, even though the acknowledge its a common problem, they do not seem willing to come to a common resolution. more info can be found at the following links: http://tahoe-cracked-dash.webs.com/ http://chevyavalanchefanclub.com/cafcna/index.php/topic,121036.0.htm http://chevroletforum.com/forum/tahoe-suburban-25/2007-tahoe-ltz-dash-has-cracked-26133/ http://gmauthority.com/blog/2012/08/gmt-900-gmc-chevy-vehicles-subject-to-frequently-cracking-dashboards/ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ikscklf7g8.

Reported in: PEORIA AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12Y77G

AIR BAGS

Reported in: PEORIA AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12Y77G

POWER TRAIN

when light comes on engine runs rough and shifts hard. when light goes off it runs fine.

Reported in: PINE KNPT KY || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12337G

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

when light comes on engine runs rough and shifts hard. when light goes off it runs fine.

Reported in: PINE KNPT KY || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12337G

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet avalanche. the contact stated that a burning odor was present coming from the dashboard area near the radio. the vehicle was diagnosed by the dealer as burning wires that were connected to the radio. the radio was replaced but the defect was not remedied. the vehicle continued to experience the defect. the contact indicated that the radio was replaced 4 separate times and each time the burning odor continued to be present. the manufacturer was not notified of the defect. the failure mileage was 25,000.

Reported in: HIRAM GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12J47G

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet avalanche. the contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle suddenly would not accelerate. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the number 7 coil pack was defective. the mechanic replaced the number 7 coil pack and the number 7 spark plug to correct the defect. additionally, the front passenger�s side interior door handle would cause lacerations to the contact�s hand when attempting to exit the vehicle. the contact also indicated that the dashboard was cracked and there were concerns of the air bags being compromised. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified and no solution was offered. the failure mileage was 40,000.

Reported in: FLORISSANT MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12007G

ENGINE

Reported in: FLORISSANT MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12007G

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet avalanche. the contact stated that the dashboard was cracked above the passenger's side air bag and the instrument panel. the vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 88,000.

Reported in: SACRAMENTO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12087G

AIR BAGS

well known issue that the dash cracks around the airbags, if the airbags do deploy, this can send deadly sharp plastic pieces flying because the dash plastic is so brittle. huge safety issue. very common on these year model tahoes, suburbans and avalanches but gm will not correct.

Reported in: SHERMAN TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12007G

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

i was driving approximately 50 mph when my "stabilitrak off" indicator light popped on followed by "traction control off" and finally "service stabilitrak". this all happened in a matter of 10 seconds so i slowed down and tried to turn in a parking lot but my wheels locked as if i was pressing the brakes although i wasn't. my truck came to a immediate stop by itself. i searched the internet to see what could cause this problem and noticed that this has been happening for the past 10yrs or so on gm vehicles without any specific reason why. this is definitely a safety issue that needs to be addressed.

Reported in: JOLIET IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK123X7G

AIR BAGS

my air bag light on the dash light up and i brought it in to kolor chev in duluth, mn.. they told me that they had received a letter on the problem and wanted to charge me between $200 and$ 300. i told them that i thought the air bags were a requirement by law to be in working order. they told me the bags may not work and wouldn't fix them with out payment as there is no recall however they were aware of the problem. can you check this for me?? thanks. dan anderson cloquet, mn.

Reported in: CLOQUET MN || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GFK12337G1

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet avalanche. the contact stated that once the key was inserted in the ignition switch, the vehicle made a grinding noise. the grinding noise continued once the contacts hand was removed away from the ignition key. the contact turned the vehicle off and restarted the vehicle. the vehicle resumed normal operations. the failure recurred several times. the manufacturer was not contacted. there was no diagnostic test completed on the vehicle. the failure mileage was 100,000 and the current mileage was 104,000.

Reported in: WASHINGTON DC || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12347G

AIR BAGS

my dashboard has two large cracks around the passenger and drivers side airbags....i see this is a big problem for many people so i'm not quite sure why they are not looking into it!

Reported in: WALLA WALLA WA || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

i had backed up a jet ski into a parking space. i had got out of the car to check spacing and got back in and closed the door. went to place vehicle in drive and both side airbags deployed with my four year old son in the back seat.

Reported in: HAMBURG NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12367G

SEAT BELTS

Reported in: HAMBURG NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK12367G

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

the vehicle is equipped with the ability to handle flex fuel after you run the flex fuel then switch back to unleaded the fuel pump is damaged, i've spoken to other owners that own an avalanche same model year and they are experiencing the same issue but gm ignores this. can you offer any feed back for this ? if so thanks.

Reported in: CHICAGO IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12017G

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

the alarm sound for warning of seat belt unbuckled, door open, keys in ignition, etc, is generally inaudible. occasionally it does work, but usually it does not. in 2010, the dealer said this was an issue with the radio. my warranty had expired so repair was no longer covered. i did not have the problem repaired due to the high cost. i thought that this was an isolated incident until i just read that there is a recall for this exact problem in later models. - when functional, the alarm sound emanates only from the speaker on the left side. i swapped the left and right speakers and the problem remained, suggesting that it is not a speaker issue. when the audible alarms are dead, so is the left side sound when the radio is on.

Reported in: FAYETTEVILLE WV || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK123X7G

SEAT BELTS

Reported in: FAYETTEVILLE WV || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNFK123X7G

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