2010 Chevrolet Avalanche vs 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 111 | 36 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,466 | 1,541 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 65,000 mi | 45,164 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Avalanche | Chevrolet Avalanche |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 53 | 6 |
| Structure | 16 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 1 |
| Engine | 6 | 3 |
| Power Train | 3 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 6 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 0 |
2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.