2010 Chevrolet Avalanche problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

Q: What gas mileage does the 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche at about 16 mpg combined (14 city / 20 highway).

Q: How much is a 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche worth?

Comparable 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche listings run roughly $13,900–$24,800, typically around $20,139 (from 82 vehicles).

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche at a glance

Safety recalls4

Owner complaints117

Combined16 mpg

Typical price$20,139

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche recalls 4

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #21V053000 · 05/02/2021

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 originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, G…

Fix: 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. Second notification letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owner notifi…

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #21V054000 · 05/02/2021

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 states of AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, PR, AS, GU, the MP, and VI or "Zone A." Additionally GM is recalling certain 2011-2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Ch…

Fix: 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. Second notification letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owner notific…

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #21V050000 · 05/02/2021

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, GMC Sierra 2500 and Sierra 3500 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South …

Fix: 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. Second notification letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owner notific…

Equipment NHTSA Campaign #10E043000 · 03/09/2010

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 VEHICLES. THESE SEAT COVERS ARE MADE OF HEAVIER THREAD AND ARE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH SEATS CONTAINING SIDE AIRBAGS. THE HEAVIER SEAT COVER COULD INTERFERE WITH FULL DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIRBAG IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.

Fix: 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.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 117 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags

Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Structure

Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Suspension

Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche MPG & running costs

Combined16 mpg

City14 mpg

Highway20 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$4,000

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche worth?

Low

$13,900

Typical price

$20,139

High

$24,800

From 82 comparable 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,000

Depreciation (5 yrs)$11,950

Total$31,950

Per mile$0.43

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($20,139) with the same model 5 model-years older ($8,205), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche trims & engines on record

Trims

LT · LTZ · LS

Engines

5.3L 8-cyl

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche vehicles on record

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche LTZ3GNVKGE01AG240504 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche LS3GNVKEE0XAG238299

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche LTZ3GNVKGE02AG110473 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche LT3GNNCFE03AG110005

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche LT3GNVKFE07AG268379

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche LT3GNVKFE06AG132986

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche LTZ3GNVKGE01AG109086

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche LTZ3GNNCGE06AG226188 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche LTZ3GNVKGE09AG140604

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche LTZ3GNNCGE05AG248716

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche LT3GNNCFE01AG123321

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche LT3GNNCFE04AG125158

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche LT3GNNCFE06AG258682

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche LS3GNNCEE01AG232596 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche LT3GNVKFE06AG231517

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche LTZ3GNVKGE01AG127698

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche LS3GNNCEE08AG106316 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche LS3GNNCEE04AG128037

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche LTZ3GNNCGE0XAG152225

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche LS3GNNCEE07AG188507 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche LTZ3GNVKGE08AG109912

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche LTZ3GNVKGE00AG264096 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche LT3GNNCFE08AG269375 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche LS3GNNCEE03AG296347

Other Chevrolet Avalanche model years

2013 2012 2011 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002

2010 Chevrolet Avalanche — frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche?

Based on 117 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, structure, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche at about 16 mpg combined (14 city / 20 highway).

How much is a 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche worth?

Comparable 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche listings run roughly $13,900–$24,800, typically around $20,139 (from 82 vehicles).

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