2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 2%of 258 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 60,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the fuel system of the 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche, 2% of the 258 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 60,000 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.
“My 2008 Avalanche with 72,000 miles on it, is completely rotting away underneath. I've had to replace many parts, shocks, autoride compressor, fuel pump module, had body rust repaired, have had 3 door handles fall right off.. Last 2 mechanics told me that all parts located underneath truck are rotting away and that I need to get rid of truck because it is not worth repairing. I have tried to work with GM but they claim that its normal wear and tear. Paid 30k for truck dec 2011. Have membership to car wash, and keep it very clean. Undercarriage included. …”
NHTSA complaint #10654632, filed 2014-11, 58,000 miles“I've had my truck for 4 years now and its been in the shop 5 times due to transmission problems. I've gotten the transmission rebuilt 5 times and its still giving me problems. 6/2014- present day.”
NHTSA complaint #10955649, filed 2017-02“The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle began to hesitate. The contact stated that once he reached 60 MPH, the failure stopped. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the fuel module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10562717, filed 2014-02, 60,000 miles“The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. The contact stated that there was a fuel odor coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 143,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10706657, filed 2015-04, 143,000 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 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…
- 10250505Feb 7, 2024This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
- 10241417Aug 1, 2023This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 10222766Sep 16, 2022This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles…
- 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.
- 10218873Aug 10, 2022This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
- 10213816May 26, 2022This Preliminary information communicates provides information to the technician on the use of R-99 or R-95 Renewable diesel fuel.
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 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche
132 complaintsOther or unknown
54 complaintsBody and structure
44 complaintsElectrical system
21 complaintsEngine
15 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
13 complaintsElectronic stability control
6 complaintsSteering
6 complaintsSuspension
5 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 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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