2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Avalanche 1500 years
- Fewer complaints than other years 10th of 12 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500. That ranks 10th out of 12 Avalanche 1500 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (9 complaints, 45%), typically at around 107,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 20owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 9 | 45% | 107,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 7 | 35% | 75,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 15% | 84,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 3 | 15% | 67,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 10% | 61,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 5% | 84,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 5% | 180,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 5% | 68,800 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
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…
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…
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.
Other Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 years
← 2008 Avalanche 1500 · 2010 Avalanche 1500 →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 Avalanche 1500 | 29 | 1 |
| 2012 Avalanche 1500 | 16 | 0 |
| 2011 Avalanche 1500 | 28 | 2 |
| 2010 Avalanche 1500 | 6 | 0 |
| 2009 | 20 | 0 |
| 2008 Avalanche 1500 | 37 | 0 |
| 2007 Avalanche 1500 | 113 | 1 |
| 2006 Avalanche 1500 | 39 | 1 |
| 2005 Avalanche 1500 | 129 | 1 |
| 2004 Avalanche 1500 | 144 | 0 |
| 2003 Avalanche 1500 | 182 | 0 |
| 2002 Avalanche 1500 | 154 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500?
Owners most often report air bags, unknown or other, power train problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 9 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Avalanche 1500 model years, the 2009 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.