2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 2%of 258 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 59,100miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the suspension of the 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche, 2% of the 258 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 59,100 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
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 replaced the tires on my 2008 Avalanche ,got a front end alignment and now when I drive it I hear a clunking sound . I looked on the internet and it said that many chevy truck owners have this problem so I was wondering if there was a recall on the steering shaft on these trucks.”
NHTSA complaint #10658927, filed 2014-11, 94,000 miles“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 purchased a new 2008 chevy Avalanche and, shortly after the first year of ownership, I noticed that the front tires were wearing on the inside. I had the vehicle alignment checked regularly and the alignment was within specs and the suspension was without defect. This was reported to the dealership, to the customer assistance department at Chevrolet and nothing could be found that was a cause for this condition. Recently, I took the vehicle back again to the dealer to check its suspension and alignment and it was clear that the front tires were cupping on the inside. …”
NHTSA complaint #10434288, filed 2011-11, 20,000 miles“The sway bar frame mount brackets rusted through and the sway bar broke loose. The vehicle was making a right turn maybe 10 miles an hour on a city street.”
NHTSA complaint #10967894, filed 2017-03, 59,100 miles“The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. The contact stated that while driving and towing an ultra light rv trailer at 65 MPH, the rear suspension seized. The contact stated that there was smoke coming from the rear suspension. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the rear axle seals, rear bearings and gears needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred in less than 100 miles. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 92,000. …”
NHTSA complaint #10811963, filed 2015-12, 92,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11007936Aug 22, 2024This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 11007935Aug 22, 2024This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 11000119Apr 26, 2024This service bulletin provides technicians with information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10245395Nov 6, 2023This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing…
- 10242061Aug 7, 2023This 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.
- 10222777Sep 16, 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.
- 10197306May 25, 2021This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with the steps to diagnosis and repair vehicles with various handling, vehicle dynamics…
- 10195128Apr 9, 2021This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 10188403Jan 29, 2021This 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.
Suspension: other model years
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 complaintsFuel system
6 complaintsSteering
6 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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