My 2009 avalanche ltz has a dash that has cracked completely in half, plus is cracking on the airbag passenger surround. My concern other than shrapnel in the event the airbag deploys is loss of steering control when the dash pieces lodge themselves between the steering wheel while the vehicle is in motion. The dash has never been abused or damaged by the owner in any way, and this is clearly a manufacturer defect. Almost without exception I have noticed this defect in every truck of this type. Please have an agent contact me if additional information is necessary. My local dealer wants $1600 to repair their defect.
The worst 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Airbags9
- Body3
- Transmission3
- Electrical2
- Engine1
Problems by type
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- Airbags9
- Body3
- Transmission3
- Electrical2
- Engine1
- Steering1
- Wheels1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 224
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Unknown or other
- New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH
- Unknown or other
- This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
- Unknown or other
- Unknown or other
- This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil.
- Unknown or other
- Electrical system
- This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline...
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.3L 8‑cyl | RWD | 14 | 20 | 16 |
| 6.0L 8‑cyl | RWD | 14 | 19 | 16 |
What 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Takata recall - manufacturer still has not allowed the replacement of the air bag.
Takata recall gm recall 49151 for faulty airbags is unable to be performed n my vehicle at dealership due to parts being unavailable in the foreseeable future! I've attempted to make an appointment every 3-4 months since april 2016 with no avail. Recall notice was received by me july 2016! I've been told that there are no parts available to be had or ordered in the foreseeable future. I want it done!
The dashboard is cracking just like every other 07 - 14 tahoe, yukon, avalanche!!
Dash cracked from passenger air bag to vent. Danger if air bag is deployed dash could defrag and become dangerous projectiles.
Major dash cracking above the instrument cluster on both sides of the dash hump. 3-4" crack on the left of the hump, approx 6-8" on the right. Another crack starting at the middle of the dash, going through the dash mounted speaker opening from the front vents all the way to the wood trim above the radio (6-8"). Another crack to the front left of the airbag, approx 2" long. Rattling on every little bump. I believe this has also compromised some of the electrical systems that control the door locks and windows. Several of the cracks were noticed in the morning before moving the vehicle and were not seen the previous night.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2009 chevrolet avalanche 1500. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v381000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The chevrolet dealer was contacted (ferman chevrolet tarpon springs, 43520 us hwy 19 n, tarpon springs, fl 34689; (727) 934-5789) and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The chevrolet manufacturer was contacted at 800‑222‑1020. The manufacturer did not know when the parts would be available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
We received this notice back in july "2016" and still we have not received a call to get this taken care of. Takata recall!!!
Dash plastic cracking around passenger airbag and the instrument cluster. Sharp pieces sticking up. Ccar wash personel can get cut when wiping dash during auto cleaning and detailing.
Dashboard is cracking in the typical locations that have been documented. Above instrument panel and passenger air bag. I am worried this may cause injury if involved in an accident. The dash may splinter and become a projectile.
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Questions about the 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500
Is the 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 reliable?
Owners have filed 20 complaints about the 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500, fewer than a typical Avalanche 1500 model year.
What is the 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 year score?
The 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 scores 86 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Chevrolet Avalanche 1500: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500?
Airbags, with 9 complaints, typically around 107,000 miles. Next is body (3).
How many recalls does the 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 have?
No recalls on record.
What year does the Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 have bad airbags?
The Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 model years with the most airbags complaints are 2007 (49 complaints), 2008 (16 complaints) and 2003 (12 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 get?
Official estimates for the 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 range from 16 mpg combined. The most efficient version (5.3L 8-cyl, RWD) gets 14 city and 20 highway.
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