2010 Chevrolet Avalanche Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 16about this part
- Share
- 14%of 111 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 52,042miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 16 complaints about the body and structure of the 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche, 14% of the 111 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 52,042 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My transmission when taking off fast sound like it's in neutral and then when I let off the fast it goes in gear. Also my dash board is cracking and found be a serious airbag issue. I've seen hundreds of complaints about this and a recall hasn't been issued. The recall needs to be issued so I could be fixed asap. This is a serious hazard.!!!”
NHTSA complaint #11120938, filed 2018-08, 102 miles“During the calendar year 2016, I have experienced two(2) severe dashboard cracks. One crack in front of my instrument cluster occurred while driving as I heard it crack . The other crack appeared on the passenger side above the air bag panel. I am not sure when this crack appeared, but concerns me relative to the air bag operation/safety. I have drilled holes at the end of the crack on the driver side in an attempt to stop the progression, but the crack continues to get larger. The dash apparently is becoming brittle and the cracks are continuing to grow. …”
NHTSA complaint #10916615, filed 2016-10, 60,000 miles“The plastic dash has began to spilt in numerous places causing safety concerns. The dash is worsening as time passes by. I am concerned because the plastic shards may break loose and cause harm to occupants riding in my vehicle. It is my position that the cracks are aa manufacturers defect and no vault of my own. I contacted both my local dealer and gmc failing to get resolution to this serious safety concern. According to various internet blogs and a facebook account there are hundreds of GM SUV owners across the nation having the same safety concerns. …”
NHTSA complaint #10676296, filed 2015-01, 110,000 miles“Beginning of december 2015, noticed a dash crack over instrument panel behind steering wheel. Also small crack by passenger air bag. Contacted and took to ray Chevrolet. I expressed concern about crack by airbag--was told by service manager that it was probably not a safety issue and the amount that I had to pay was determined by a formula by GM. Gm said there is a formula but local dealer has leeway on price. First offer was $320; second offer by dealer $200. Gm says they can't help. Noticed on the internet, lots of complaints about this very issue. Crack by dash appears to be getting larger. …”
NHTSA complaint #10818412, filed 2016-01, 57,000 miles“The dash is cracked around the passenger side airbag. Upon checking the internet I found this is a common problem on Chevrolet trucks. I am concerned that the structural integrity of the air bag may be compromised in the event of the air bag deployment. It may be possible that pieces of the airbag could break off and strike the occupant in the passenger seat or it may deflect the air bag altogether. Chevrolet is not taking the responsibility for fixing this even though it is not a part that would receive wear and tear and it is just an obvious defect in the design.”
NHTSA complaint #10556099, filed 2013-12, 44,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11009764Sep 21, 2024This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
- 10250244Jan 18, 2024This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 10239124Jun 30, 2023This service bulletin provides information on Paintless Dent Repair Process.
- 10237648May 9, 2023This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have slack in one of the tailgate cables. Technician should not replace…
- 10235561Apr 4, 2023This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 10232283Feb 17, 2023This PI provides information on Rear and Side Tempered Glass Spots (Quench Marks) and that they are a normal characteristic.
- 10213818May 31, 2022This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint…
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 19 | 23% |
| 2012 | 2 | 6% |
| 2011 | 23 | 18% |
| 2010 | 16 | 14% |
| 2009 | 8 | 11% |
| 2008 | 44 | 17% |
| 2007 | 75 | 20% |
| 2006 | 1 | 9% |
| 2005 | 3 | 4% |
| 2004 | 7 | 4% |
| 2003 | 9 | 4% |
| 2002 | 67 | 15% |
Other parts of the 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
53 complaintsOther or unknown
52 complaintsElectrical system
8 complaintsEngine
6 complaintsElectronic stability control
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsSuspension
1 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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