2007 Chevrolet Avalanche Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 2%of 377 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 105,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the fuel system of the 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche, 2% of the 377 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 105,500 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I started smelling gas and that went on for 2 months now at a idle you can see fuel dripping off the fuel tank coming from the top of the fuel tank. I believe the metal liine have rusted.”
NHTSA complaint #10748620, filed 2015-08, 112,000 miles“The vehicle is equipped with the ability to handle flex fuel after you run the flex fuel then switch back to unleaded the fuel pump is damaged, I've spoken to other owners that own an Avalanche same model year and they are experiencing the same issue but GM ignores this. Can you offer any feed back for this ? If so thanks.”
NHTSA complaint #10617028, filed 2014-07, 70,000 miles“Exhaust manifold bolt heads are breaking off causing there to be an exhaust leak. Pollution recall should be inforced to have GM cover all repairs of the exhaust manifold bolts. Check engine light comes on and vehicle can not pass emissions with this problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10454141, filed 2012-04, 99,000 miles“The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche. The contact stated that the fuel pump and the connection pipe to the fuel tank were corroded. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop who diagnosed that the fuel pump and the fuel connection pipe needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 132,500.”
NHTSA complaint #10653441, filed 2014-11, 132,500 miles“The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche. The contact stated that there was an abnormal odor of antifreeze inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed the contact that there was excessive rust to the subframe and one of fuel tank strap. Additionally, the manifold was missing bolts and the heater core was fractured. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an inspection station and the vehicle was taken off the road. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. …”
NHTSA complaint #11507569, filed 2023-02, 154,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11004727Jun 29, 2024This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or…
- 10241417Aug 1, 2023This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 10222765Sep 14, 2022This service bulletin provides the technician with additional information on fuels, fuel additives and fuel management.
- 10222739Sep 13, 2022This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 10213816May 26, 2022This Preliminary information communicates provides information to the technician on the use of R-99 or R-95 Renewable diesel fuel.
- 10213765Jan 27, 2022This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10208027Jan 14, 2022This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10199281May 25, 2021This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or…
- 10190437Mar 30, 2021This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible…
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 2 | 2% |
| 2012 | 1 | 3% |
| 2011 | 2 | 2% |
| 2009 | 2 | 3% |
| 2008 | 6 | 2% |
| 2007 | 6 | 2% |
| 2006 | 1 | 9% |
| 2005 | 9 | 13% |
| 2004 | 11 | 7% |
| 2003 | 5 | 2% |
| 2002 | 15 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche
225 complaintsBody and structure
75 complaintsOther or unknown
65 complaintsElectrical system
24 complaintsEngine
24 complaintsElectronic stability control
13 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
13 complaintsSeat belts
11 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsVehicle speed control
6 complaintsSuspension
5 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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