Model year guide

2009 Chevrolet avalanche 1500

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2009 Chevrolet avalanche 1500 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2009 Chevrolet avalanche 1500 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Combined16 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2009 Chevrolet avalanche 1500 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2009 Chevrolet avalanche 1500.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2009 Chevrolet avalanche 1500 MPG & running costs

Combined16 mpg
City14 mpg
Highway20 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,200
EPA size classSport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
TransmissionAutomatic 6-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$9,000 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 3 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2009 Chevrolet avalanche 1500 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$21,000
Fuel only$21,000
Per mile$0.28

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
218.1 in
Width
79.1 in
Height
73.2–74.4 in
Wheelbase
130.3 in
Curb weight
5,437–5,679 lb
Front track
68.5 in
Rear track
67.7 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2009 Chevrolet avalanche 1500 — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

2009 Chevrolet avalanche 1500 trims & engines on record

Trims
LT
Engines
5.3L 8-cyl

2009 Chevrolet avalanche 1500 vehicles on record

Other Chevrolet avalanche 1500 model years

2009 Chevrolet avalanche 1500 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 Chevrolet avalanche 1500 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2009 Chevrolet avalanche 1500. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 2009 Chevrolet avalanche 1500 get?

The 2009 Chevrolet avalanche 1500 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 16 mpg combined (14 city / 20 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.