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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Power Train Driveline

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10123833

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Apr 01, 2005.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE . I OWN A 2005 AVALANCHE WITH 2000 MILES ON IT. WHEN TURNING SHARPLY WHILE IN 4 WHEEL DRIVE, GOING FORWARD OR IN REVERSE, THE TRUCK BOGS DOWN AND STOPS. THERE IS NOTHING IN THE OWNERS MANUAL ABOUT THIS. THIS IS A DANGEROUS CONDITION FOR SOMEONE WHO DOES NOT REALIZE WHAT WILL HAPPEN. IF I WERE TO MAKE A U TURN THE VEHICLE WILL COME TO A STOP IF THE WHEELS ARE TURNED TWO SHARPLY. MY DEALER DID NOT EVEN KNOW ABOUT THIS UNTILL I BROUGHT IT TO HIS ATTENTION.THE DEALER WENT OUT ON HIS LOT AND DROVE AN AVALANCHE IN 4 WHEEL DRIVE TO DETERMINE IF I WAS NUTS OR NOT. WELL I AM NOT NUTS AS THIERS DID EXACTLY WHAT I SAID. THE DEALER THEN CONTACTED GENERAL MOTORS AND WAS TOLD THIS CONDITION IS NORMAL SO THE U JOINTS AND GEAR BOX WILL NOT BE DAMAGED. IF THEY SAY IT IS NORMAL TO LOCK UP WHY DON'T THEY PUT IT THE OWNERS MANUAL? SOMEONE IS GOING TO BE SERIOUSLY HURT OVER THIS CONDITION AND IT WILL BE MORE THAN U JOINTS OR GEAR BOX. .Mileage was 2000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z65G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in SAN ANTONIO, TX. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20050318. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Suspension

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10131820

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 13, 2005.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with SUSPENSION . ON JUNE 12TH, 2005, I PURCHASED A 2005 CHEVY AVALANCHE FOR MY WIFE FROM BILL HEARD CHEVROLET IN SANFORD, FLORIDA. THE MORNING AFTER TAKING DELIVERY OF UNIT, I NOTICED THE VEHICLE HAD PROBLEMS. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP/BRAKE PROPERLY, THE TIRES WERE RUBBING INTO THE FRONT FENDERS AND THE FRONT END WANDERED AND PULLED TO THE LEFT. I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP THAT DAY AND SPOKE WITH THE SALESMAN. IT TOOK THE DEALERSHIP ALMOST THREE WEEKS TO GET MY VEHICLE INTO THEIR REPAIR FACILITY. THEY HAD ADDRESSED THERE WERE PROBLEMS WITH THE VEHICLE, BUT THEY DID NOTHING TO FIX THE VEHICLE. I THEN RETURNED TO THE DEALERSHIP A WEEK LATER STATING MY CONCERNS TO THE SERVICE MANAGER. THE SERVICE MANAGER VERIFIED THE PROBLEMS WITH THE VEHICLE. ON THIS VISIT NOTHING WAS FIXED AGAIN. A WEEK AFTER THIS INCIDENT, I BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO ANOTHER CHEVY DEALERSHIP. THIS DEALERSHIP STATED AND VERIFIED THE VEHICLE DOES HAVE PROBLEMS, BUT THERE WAS NO FIX FOR IT. THIS DEALERSHIP ALSO STATED THERE WAS A RECALL ON THIS VEHICLE FOR THE LAST FIVE MONTHS, AND STATED THE SELLING DEALERSHIP NEVER FIXED THE RECALL. AGAIN THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED FOR THE PROBLEMS, BUT THE RECALL WAS NOW COMPLETED BY THIS DEALERSHIP. I CALLED THE SELLING DEALERSHIP AND SPOKE WITH THE SERVICE MANAGER, THE SALES MANAGER, THE CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER, THE SALESMAN AS WELL AS OTHERS TO TRY TO HAVE THE VEHICLE REPAIRED OR HAD THE PURCHASE VOIDED TO RECEIVE MY MONEY BACK. NO ONE IN THIS DEALERSHIP WILL HELP ME. I THEN CALLED GENERAL MOTORS (CORPORATE) AND FILED A COMPLAINT. THEY WILL NOT HELP ME. TODAY I HAVE FILED A COMPLAINT WITH THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU, AND NOW WITH YOUR AGENCY. I AM SEEKING HELP BECAUSE I FEEL THIS IS A VERY UNSAFE VEHICLE FOR MY FAMILY TO BE IN. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 569 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12ZX5G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in LAKE MARY, FL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20050612. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BILL HEARD CHEVROLET . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 407-321-7800 . DEALER'S CITY: SANFORD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 32771 .
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Tires

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10131820

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 13, 2005.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with TIRES . ON JUNE 12TH, 2005, I PURCHASED A 2005 CHEVY AVALANCHE FOR MY WIFE FROM BILL HEARD CHEVROLET IN SANFORD, FLORIDA. THE MORNING AFTER TAKING DELIVERY OF UNIT, I NOTICED THE VEHICLE HAD PROBLEMS. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP/BRAKE PROPERLY, THE TIRES WERE RUBBING INTO THE FRONT FENDERS AND THE FRONT END WANDERED AND PULLED TO THE LEFT. I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP THAT DAY AND SPOKE WITH THE SALESMAN. IT TOOK THE DEALERSHIP ALMOST THREE WEEKS TO GET MY VEHICLE INTO THEIR REPAIR FACILITY. THEY HAD ADDRESSED THERE WERE PROBLEMS WITH THE VEHICLE, BUT THEY DID NOTHING TO FIX THE VEHICLE. I THEN RETURNED TO THE DEALERSHIP A WEEK LATER STATING MY CONCERNS TO THE SERVICE MANAGER. THE SERVICE MANAGER VERIFIED THE PROBLEMS WITH THE VEHICLE. ON THIS VISIT NOTHING WAS FIXED AGAIN. A WEEK AFTER THIS INCIDENT, I BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO ANOTHER CHEVY DEALERSHIP. THIS DEALERSHIP STATED AND VERIFIED THE VEHICLE DOES HAVE PROBLEMS, BUT THERE WAS NO FIX FOR IT. THIS DEALERSHIP ALSO STATED THERE WAS A RECALL ON THIS VEHICLE FOR THE LAST FIVE MONTHS, AND STATED THE SELLING DEALERSHIP NEVER FIXED THE RECALL. AGAIN THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED FOR THE PROBLEMS, BUT THE RECALL WAS NOW COMPLETED BY THIS DEALERSHIP. I CALLED THE SELLING DEALERSHIP AND SPOKE WITH THE SERVICE MANAGER, THE SALES MANAGER, THE CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER, THE SALESMAN AS WELL AS OTHERS TO TRY TO HAVE THE VEHICLE REPAIRED OR HAD THE PURCHASE VOIDED TO RECEIVE MY MONEY BACK. NO ONE IN THIS DEALERSHIP WILL HELP ME. I THEN CALLED GENERAL MOTORS (CORPORATE) AND FILED A COMPLAINT. THEY WILL NOT HELP ME. TODAY I HAVE FILED A COMPLAINT WITH THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU, AND NOW WITH YOUR AGENCY. I AM SEEKING HELP BECAUSE I FEEL THIS IS A VERY UNSAFE VEHICLE FOR MY FAMILY TO BE IN. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 569 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12ZX5G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in LAKE MARY, FL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20050612. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BILL HEARD CHEVROLET . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 407-321-7800 . DEALER'S CITY: SANFORD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 32771 .
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10131820

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 13, 2005.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . ON JUNE 12TH, 2005, I PURCHASED A 2005 CHEVY AVALANCHE FOR MY WIFE FROM BILL HEARD CHEVROLET IN SANFORD, FLORIDA. THE MORNING AFTER TAKING DELIVERY OF UNIT, I NOTICED THE VEHICLE HAD PROBLEMS. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP/BRAKE PROPERLY, THE TIRES WERE RUBBING INTO THE FRONT FENDERS AND THE FRONT END WANDERED AND PULLED TO THE LEFT. I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP THAT DAY AND SPOKE WITH THE SALESMAN. IT TOOK THE DEALERSHIP ALMOST THREE WEEKS TO GET MY VEHICLE INTO THEIR REPAIR FACILITY. THEY HAD ADDRESSED THERE WERE PROBLEMS WITH THE VEHICLE, BUT THEY DID NOTHING TO FIX THE VEHICLE. I THEN RETURNED TO THE DEALERSHIP A WEEK LATER STATING MY CONCERNS TO THE SERVICE MANAGER. THE SERVICE MANAGER VERIFIED THE PROBLEMS WITH THE VEHICLE. ON THIS VISIT NOTHING WAS FIXED AGAIN. A WEEK AFTER THIS INCIDENT, I BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO ANOTHER CHEVY DEALERSHIP. THIS DEALERSHIP STATED AND VERIFIED THE VEHICLE DOES HAVE PROBLEMS, BUT THERE WAS NO FIX FOR IT. THIS DEALERSHIP ALSO STATED THERE WAS A RECALL ON THIS VEHICLE FOR THE LAST FIVE MONTHS, AND STATED THE SELLING DEALERSHIP NEVER FIXED THE RECALL. AGAIN THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED FOR THE PROBLEMS, BUT THE RECALL WAS NOW COMPLETED BY THIS DEALERSHIP. I CALLED THE SELLING DEALERSHIP AND SPOKE WITH THE SERVICE MANAGER, THE SALES MANAGER, THE CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER, THE SALESMAN AS WELL AS OTHERS TO TRY TO HAVE THE VEHICLE REPAIRED OR HAD THE PURCHASE VOIDED TO RECEIVE MY MONEY BACK. NO ONE IN THIS DEALERSHIP WILL HELP ME. I THEN CALLED GENERAL MOTORS (CORPORATE) AND FILED A COMPLAINT. THEY WILL NOT HELP ME. TODAY I HAVE FILED A COMPLAINT WITH THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU, AND NOW WITH YOUR AGENCY. I AM SEEKING HELP BECAUSE I FEEL THIS IS A VERY UNSAFE VEHICLE FOR MY FAMILY TO BE IN. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 569 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12ZX5G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in LAKE MARY, FL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20050612. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BILL HEARD CHEVROLET . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 407-321-7800 . DEALER'S CITY: SANFORD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 32771 .
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Steering

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10131820

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 13, 2005.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with STEERING . ON JUNE 12TH, 2005, I PURCHASED A 2005 CHEVY AVALANCHE FOR MY WIFE FROM BILL HEARD CHEVROLET IN SANFORD, FLORIDA. THE MORNING AFTER TAKING DELIVERY OF UNIT, I NOTICED THE VEHICLE HAD PROBLEMS. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP/BRAKE PROPERLY, THE TIRES WERE RUBBING INTO THE FRONT FENDERS AND THE FRONT END WANDERED AND PULLED TO THE LEFT. I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP THAT DAY AND SPOKE WITH THE SALESMAN. IT TOOK THE DEALERSHIP ALMOST THREE WEEKS TO GET MY VEHICLE INTO THEIR REPAIR FACILITY. THEY HAD ADDRESSED THERE WERE PROBLEMS WITH THE VEHICLE, BUT THEY DID NOTHING TO FIX THE VEHICLE. I THEN RETURNED TO THE DEALERSHIP A WEEK LATER STATING MY CONCERNS TO THE SERVICE MANAGER. THE SERVICE MANAGER VERIFIED THE PROBLEMS WITH THE VEHICLE. ON THIS VISIT NOTHING WAS FIXED AGAIN. A WEEK AFTER THIS INCIDENT, I BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO ANOTHER CHEVY DEALERSHIP. THIS DEALERSHIP STATED AND VERIFIED THE VEHICLE DOES HAVE PROBLEMS, BUT THERE WAS NO FIX FOR IT. THIS DEALERSHIP ALSO STATED THERE WAS A RECALL ON THIS VEHICLE FOR THE LAST FIVE MONTHS, AND STATED THE SELLING DEALERSHIP NEVER FIXED THE RECALL. AGAIN THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED FOR THE PROBLEMS, BUT THE RECALL WAS NOW COMPLETED BY THIS DEALERSHIP. I CALLED THE SELLING DEALERSHIP AND SPOKE WITH THE SERVICE MANAGER, THE SALES MANAGER, THE CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER, THE SALESMAN AS WELL AS OTHERS TO TRY TO HAVE THE VEHICLE REPAIRED OR HAD THE PURCHASE VOIDED TO RECEIVE MY MONEY BACK. NO ONE IN THIS DEALERSHIP WILL HELP ME. I THEN CALLED GENERAL MOTORS (CORPORATE) AND FILED A COMPLAINT. THEY WILL NOT HELP ME. TODAY I HAVE FILED A COMPLAINT WITH THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU, AND NOW WITH YOUR AGENCY. I AM SEEKING HELP BECAUSE I FEEL THIS IS A VERY UNSAFE VEHICLE FOR MY FAMILY TO BE IN. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 569 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12ZX5G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in LAKE MARY, FL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20050612. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BILL HEARD CHEVROLET . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 407-321-7800 . DEALER'S CITY: SANFORD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 32771 .
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Equipment Electrical Air Conditioner

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10135090

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2005.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:AIR CONDITIONER . DT: THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GM DEALERSHIP HAS TRIED SEVERAL TIMES TO REPAIR THE VIBRATION AND HUMMING NOISE COMING FROM AIR CONDITIONER. HOWEVER, GM MANUFACTURER WROTE A LETTER TO THE DEALERSHIP, TELLING THEM TO STOP ALL ATTEMPTS TO REPAIR THIS VEHICLE UNTIL THEY COME UP WITH A SOLUTION FOR THIS TYPE OF PROBLEM. THE CONTACT HAS BEEN HAVING THIS PROBLEM FOR A COUPLE OF YEARS. HE STATED THAT ONE COULD FEEL A HUMMING NOISE IN THE STEERING WHEEL WHEN DRIVING. THIS OCCURRED ALL THE TIME WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS TURNED ON. IF THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS OFF THEN ONE WOULD NOT HEAR THIS NOISE. *AK *NM .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z85G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in SOUTH FULTON, TN. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20041101. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: PETTY MOTORS . DEALER'S CITY: FULTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: KY. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 42041 .
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Other

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10153082

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 10, 2006.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with OTHER . THE PASSLOCK SYSTEM THAT COMES ON THE 2005 CHEVY AVALANCHE CAN BE BYPASSED BY A PIN HOLE IN THE DRIVERS SIDE KEY TUMBLER. SHUTS OFF THE SYSTEM AND INTERIOR ITEMS ARE ACCESSIBLE TO THIEVES. A ALTERNATIVE SECURITY SYSTEM HAS TO BE ADDED TO BE SECURE. CHEVY DOESN'T PROVIDE THIS. IT HAS TO BE AFTERMARKET. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 18000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z45G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in PHILADELPHIA, PA. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20050408. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: BRYNER CHEVERLOT .
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Tires Tread/belt

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10158155

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 20, 2006.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with TIRES:TREAD/BELT . DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY IN NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS, THE RIGHT REAR TIRE BLEW WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER TO INSPECT THE TIRE AND COMPLETE TREAD SEPARATION WAS VISIBLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR FURTHER INSPECTION, AND THE DEALER DETERMINED THE TIRE BLOWOUT WAS DUE TO POSSIBLE ROAD HAZARD NOT A DEFECT. THE CONTACT REPLACED THE TIRE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE TIRE WAS A FIRESTONE WILDERNESS LE P265/70/R16 SM/S. UPDATED 06/07/2006. *AK * TS .Mileage was 8421 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEC12Z35G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in WASHINGTON, DC. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20050601. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. DEALER'S NAME: WINEGARDNER CHEVROLET . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: UNKNOWN . DEALER'S CITY: FORT WASHINGTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MD.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10159792

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 11, 2006.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY . FILLING UP WITH GAS ON MY 2005 CHEVY AVALANCHE. WHILE FILLING WITH GAS, WITH THE LOCK ON THE GAS DESPENER, AND WATCHING TO MAKE SURE IT STOPS, WHEN THE GAS DESPENSER STOPS, ABOUT 2-3 SECONDS LATER GAS STARTS TO SPRAY AND/OR LEAK OUT OF THE GAS TANK. AT FIRST I THOUGHT IT WAS JUST THE GAS STATION THAT I USED, BUT IT HAS OCCURED AT MUTIPLE GAS STATIONS. I FEEL THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY CONCERN THAT SHOULD BE LOOKED INTO. THE DEALER HAS SAID THAT THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE, AND NOTHING THEY CAN DO. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 17000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEC12Z75G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in YUMA, AZ. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: FISHER CHEVY .
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Electrical System

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10160738

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 15, 2006.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . I AM POSTING THIS TO HELP OTHERS AND GET THIS INFORMATION ON THE INTERNET. I OWN A 2005 AVALANCHE 1500 2/WD WITH 22000 MILES. AT ABOUT 19000 MILES, WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT I HEARD A CLICK THE LIGHTS IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WENT OUT. DEALER REPLACED THE INSTRUMENT PANEL, WITH IN 3 DAYS ANOTHER CLICK AND THE LIGHTS WENT OUT. DEALER REPLACED INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE NEXT TIME I DRIVE AT NIGHT "CLICK" AND THE LIGHTS WENT OUT. NOW MY DEALER HAS HAD MY TRUCK IN HIS SHOP FOR 7 DAYS AND I DON'T KNOW WHEN I WILL GET IT BACK. FOR A VEHICLE TO BLOW 4 INSTRUMENT PANELS, WHICH COST $600.00 A PIECE PLUS INSTALLATION, MAKES ME WONDER IF THIS MIGHT BE A COMMON PROBLEM AND A RECALL SHOULD MADE SO GM WOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR REPAIRS. I WILL ALSO SEND THIS TO THE NHSTA. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 19000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEC12Z15G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in GILCHRIST, TX. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20050630. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. DEALER'S NAME: CLASSIC CHEVROLE . DEALER'S CITY: BEAUMONT . DEALER'S STATE CODE: TX.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Structure

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10166694

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 03, 2005.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with STRUCTURE . (1) NORMAL DRIVING USE - WITH LIMITED USAGE OF MID GATE. (2) WHILE RAINING WATER ENTERS THE CAB THROUGH THE MID GATE, CAUSING THE CARPET AND MATTING TO BECOME SOAKED WITH WATER TO THE POINT THAT WATER POOLS ON TOP OF THE CARPET. THIS MORE THAN LIKELY WILL RESULT IN THE IMMEDIATE RUSTING OF THE FLOOR AND POSSIBLE GROWING OF MOLD IN THE CONSTANTLY WET CARPET AND MATTING. (3)DEALERSHIP HAS REPLACED AND SEALS ON SEVERAL LOCATION WAS WELL AS ADDED ADDITIONAL SILICONE, ALTHOUGH NO ATTEMPT AT REPAIR HAVE BEEN SUCCESSFUL IN SLOWING DOWN OR STOPPING THE WATER. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 7000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z35G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in SAUGERTIES, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20050222. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: HEART CHEVROLET LTD . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 845-336-6600 . DEALER'S CITY: KINGSTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 12477 .
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Other

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10166694

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 03, 2005.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with OTHER . (1) NORMAL DRIVING USE - WITH LIMITED USAGE OF MID GATE. (2) WHILE RAINING WATER ENTERS THE CAB THROUGH THE MID GATE, CAUSING THE CARPET AND MATTING TO BECOME SOAKED WITH WATER TO THE POINT THAT WATER POOLS ON TOP OF THE CARPET. THIS MORE THAN LIKELY WILL RESULT IN THE IMMEDIATE RUSTING OF THE FLOOR AND POSSIBLE GROWING OF MOLD IN THE CONSTANTLY WET CARPET AND MATTING. (3)DEALERSHIP HAS REPLACED AND SEALS ON SEVERAL LOCATION WAS WELL AS ADDED ADDITIONAL SILICONE, ALTHOUGH NO ATTEMPT AT REPAIR HAVE BEEN SUCCESSFUL IN SLOWING DOWN OR STOPPING THE WATER. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 7000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z35G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in SAUGERTIES, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20050222. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: HEART CHEVROLET LTD . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 845-336-6600 . DEALER'S CITY: KINGSTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 12477 .
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Tires Sidewall

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10170408

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 08, 2006.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with TIRES:SIDEWALL . 4 INCH RIP IN SIDEWALL OF TIRE. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 20000 miles. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in MIAMI, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BLAKE CHEVROLET . DEALER'S CITY: HOMESTEAD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Steering

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10172184

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 30, 2006.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with STEERING . DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TRAVELING OVER A BUMP OR WHILE TURNING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS THERE WAS A POPPING NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP, WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THE BUSHINGS FOR THE TIE ROD WERE NOT INSTALLED AT THE FACTORY. THE BUSHINGS WERE INSTALLED AT THE DEALERSHIP, BUT THE PROBLEM RETURNED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DIFFERENT DEALERSHIP THAT DETERMINED THE BUSHINGS WERE INSTALLED INCORRECTLY. THEY WERE INSTALLED A SECOND TIME, AND THE PROBLEM HAS RETURNED AGAIN. UPDATED 11/30/2006 - *NM.Mileage was 7666 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEC12Z65G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in FOLEY, AL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20060102. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: FAUSAK TIRE AND SERVICE . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 251-661-8671 . DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 36693 .
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Air Bags Frontal

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10175299

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 23, 2006.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH ON WET ROADS, THE VEHICLE COLLIDED WITH A ROADSIDE BANK. BOTH FRONTAL AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY, AND THE SAFETY BELT FAILED TO KEEP THE CONTACT SECURE IN THE SEAT, CAUSING THE CONTACT TO BE THROWN OVER THE STEERING WHEEL AND STRIKE THE WINDSHIELD. THE CONTACT INCURRED INTERNAL ABDOMINAL INJURIES AS WELL AS HEAD LACERATIONS. THERE WAS A POLICE REPORT TAKEN. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED BACK TO THE RESIDENCE, AND HAD NOT BEEN SEEN BY A DEALER. .Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Mileage was 14000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z35G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in GRAND COULEE, WA. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. DEALER'S NAME: PRICE MOTORS . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 509-826-1000 . DEALER'S CITY: OMAK . DEALER'S STATE CODE: WA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 98841 .
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Seat Belts Front

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10175299

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 23, 2006.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with SEAT BELTS:FRONT . DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH ON WET ROADS, THE VEHICLE COLLIDED WITH A ROADSIDE BANK. BOTH FRONTAL AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY, AND THE SAFETY BELT FAILED TO KEEP THE CONTACT SECURE IN THE SEAT, CAUSING THE CONTACT TO BE THROWN OVER THE STEERING WHEEL AND STRIKE THE WINDSHIELD. THE CONTACT INCURRED INTERNAL ABDOMINAL INJURIES AS WELL AS HEAD LACERATIONS. THERE WAS A POLICE REPORT TAKEN. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED BACK TO THE RESIDENCE, AND HAD NOT BEEN SEEN BY A DEALER. .Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Mileage was 14000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z35G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in GRAND COULEE, WA. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. DEALER'S NAME: PRICE MOTORS . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 509-826-1000 . DEALER'S CITY: OMAK . DEALER'S STATE CODE: WA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 98841 .
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Steering Gear Box Shaft Sector

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10177305

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 03, 2006.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR . GM HAS HAD AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFTS THAT LOOSEN AND RATTLE IN THEIR AVALANCHE MODELS. THIS MAY ALSO APPLY TO THE 1500 SERIES PICKUPS AS WELL BUT I'M NOT SURE SINCE I HAVEN'T KEPT IN TUNE TO THOSE OWNERS AS I HAVE AVALANCHE OWNERS. THE DEALER REMEDIES THE SITUATION, BASED UPON GM'S SERVICE BULLETINS, BY SHOOTING THE SHAFT FULL OF GREASE TO TAKE OUT ANY PLAY IN THE STEERING. HOWEVER, THIS LASTS ANYWHERE FROM 5K - 15K MILES. I HAVE HAD TWO AVALANCHE'S AND BOTH HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. I ALSO KNOW NUMEROUS OTHER AVALANCHE OWNERS WHO HAVE THE SAME ISSUE. I DON'T KNOW OF ANY FAILURES BUT I'M ALSO NOT HAPPY WITH GM'S LACK OF A FIX FOR THIS PROBLEM AND I'M AFRAID AN ACCIDENT IS MORE SOONER TO HAPPEN THAN A SATISFACTORY FIX FROM THE MANUFACTURER..Mileage was 15000 miles. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in FLOWER MOUND, TX. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20050415. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. DEALER'S NAME: JAMES WOOD . DEALER'S CITY: DENTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: TX.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10196697

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Apr 04, 2005.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with STEERING . TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING CHAMBER WAS MALFUNCTIONING. AFTER TAKING THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER EIGHT TIMES, THE STEERING SHAFT WAS CHANGED. THE FAILURE RECURRED AND THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING CHAMBER WAS SHAKING WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH. HE ALSO EXPERIENCED TIRE VIBRATION WITH THE FRONT AND REAR TIRES, IN ADDITION TO HUGE VIBRATIONS FROM THE EXHAUST, WHICH FLOW THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE VEHICLE. THE CURRENT MILEAGE IS 35,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 250..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 250 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z45G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in CHESTERFIELD, VA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20050318. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10202943

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 15, 2005.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR . CLUNKING SOUND AND CLUNKING FEEL FELT IN STEERING WHEEL WHEN TURNING IT. IT HAS HAPPENED ON AND OFF FROM TRUCK NEW UNTIL RECENTLY WHEN IT IS ALL THE TIME AT 58,000 MILES. I WENT TO DEALERSHIP AND THEY TESTED TRUCK AND NEW EXACTLY WHAT PROBLEM WAS. THE SERVICE ADVISOR TOLD ME THAT GM HAS KNOWN ABOUT A PROBLEM WITH THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT SINCE 2003 AND HAS ISSUED SEVERAL FIXES FOR IT FROM GREASING SHAFT, NEW TYPES OF GREASE, ETC. AND NOW HAS FINALLY CAME UP WITH A NEW TYPE OF SHAFT TO REPLACE THE OLD ONE. PROBLEM IS THAT MY VEHICLE IS NOW OUT OF WARRANTY AND I HAVE TO PAY FOR THE NEW SHAFT. IT IS GOING TO COST ME ABOUT $300 TO FIX. SINCE GM HAS KNOWN ABOUT THIS FOR SO LONG, THEY SHOULD HAVE ISSUED A RECALL AND FIX IT FOR FREE. SOME PEOPLE MAY NOT HAVE THE MONEY TO FIX IT, SO MAY JUST LET IT GO, THEREFORE LEADING TO A MAJOR STEERING ISSUE AND AN ACCIDENT. GM SHOULD ISSUE A RECALL IMMEDIATLY AND CORRECT THIS MANUFACTURING DEFECT ON VEHICLES IT EFFECTS..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 500 miles. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in GRASONVILLE, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20050906. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: TATE CHEVROLET . DEALER'S CITY: ANNAPOLIS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MD.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Electrical System Instrument Panel

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10209600

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 10, 2007.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . MY SPEEDOMETER IS STUCK ON 0. *TR.Mileage was 58000 miles. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in JOSHUA, TX. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20041005. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10211207

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 06, 2007.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . SPEEDOMETER WILL READ ERRATICALLY AT TIMES. WHILE AT A STOP LIGHT, SPEEDOMETER DIAL WILL READ A VALUE OTHER THAN ZERO MPH (60MPH FOR EXAMPLE). THEN EVENTUALLY THE DIAL WILL RETURN TO ZERO. THEN IT WILL REPEAT THE ABOVE AGAIN... *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 78780 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEC12Z15G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in LITHONIA, GA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20050325. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. DEALER'S NAME: GWINNETT PLACE CHEVROLET . DEALER'S CITY: DULUTH . DEALER'S STATE CODE: GA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 30096 .
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10211519

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 10, 2007.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . I TOOK MY SON TO SCHOOL AND AFTER I DROP HIM OFF,MY SPEEDOMETER STOPPED WORKING! IT WAS SAYING I WAS GOING 120 MILES AN HOUR! I CALL THE DEALERSHIP THEM TOLD OH THEY GO OUT ALL OF THE TIME? *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z85G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in CARSON CITY, NV. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20050305. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. DEALER'S NAME: VALLEY CHEVROLET PONTIAC, INC . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 775-882-1343 . DEALER'S CITY: CARSON CITY . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NV. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 89706 .
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10213016

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 09, 2006.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . SPEEDOMETER CLUSTER BROKEN ON 2005 CHEVY AVALANCHE. AT 52,000 MILES CHEVY HAS A KNOWN PROBLEM WITH FAULTY SPEEDOMETERS. PLEASE SEE BELOW WEBSITE TO GET A FEEL OF HOW MANY PEOPLE ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM ... HTTP://WWW.TOPIX.COM/FORUM/AUTOS/CHEVROLET-TAHOE/T2BGKBGI55EKNU77C. *TR.Mileage was 52000 miles. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in DALLAS, TX. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20050621. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10213780

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 21, 2007.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . CHEVY AVALANCHE - FIRST SPEEDOMETER STOPPED WORKING AS WELL AS RPM GAUGE. NEXT GAS & OIL GAUGE STOPPED WORKING AS WELL. NOW IT'S HIT OR MISS WHEN THEY WILL WORK AGAIN. VERY DANGEROUS. DEALERSHIP NOT COOPERATIVE TO FIX. RECALL NEEDED!! *CN.Mileage was 60000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEC12Z15G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in CANTON, GA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20050616. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BILL HEARD TOWN CENTER . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 770-423-4400 . DEALER'S CITY: KENNESAW . DEALER'S STATE CODE: GA.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Steering

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10214024

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 02, 2008.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with STEERING . I AM EXPERIENCING THE ISSUE NOTED IN SERVICE BULLETIN #050235003. SINCE MY VEHICLE IS OVER THE 36,000 MILES I NOW HAVE TO PAY TO REPAIR. IT IS IN THE STEERING AND I DO NOT WANT TO HAVE A PROBLEM WITH THE STEERING. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in DUMFRIES, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. DEALER'S NAME: OURSMAN CHEVEROLET .
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Tires Tread/belt

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10214179

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 08, 2007.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with TIRES:TREAD/BELT . TREAD BELT SEPARATION ON WILDERNESS LE TIRES. *TR.Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in CLERMONT, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Electrical System Instrument Panel

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10217336

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 04, 2008.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . MY SPEEDOMETER BEGIN SKIPPING ON MY 05 CHEVY AVALANCHE WHEN I WAS DRIVING. IT DID THIS FOR ABOUT A WEEK OR SO. THEN IT STARTED SHOWING THAT I WAS DOING 20-MPH FASTER THAN I WAS ACTUALLY GOING. WHEN I WOULD STOP, IT WOULD STILL INDICATE I WAS GOING 20-40MPN. FINALLY, ON FEB 4TH, IT GOT STUCK AT OVER 120 MPH. SO NOW I NO LONGER HAVE A WORKING SPEEDOMETER. *TR.Mileage was 71000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEC12Z25G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in MONTROSE, MN. Vehicle was purchased on 20050201. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. DEALER'S NAME: JOHN L SULLIVAN CHEVROLET . DEALER'S CITY: ROSEVILLE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10217802

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 10, 2007.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . I OWN A 2005 CHEVY AVALANCHE WHICH I BOUGHT LAST JUNE 2007 FROM A PRIVATE PARTY AND I NOTICED THAT LAST SEPTERMBER 2007 AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE STREET, I NOTICED THAT MY SPEEDOMETER WAS READING 110 AND I WAS ONLY GOING AT 25MPH. I WISH TO KNOW WHAT TO DO AND I HAVE NOT YET FIXED MY TRUCK DUE TO THE FACT THAT FIXING MY TRUCK IS OVER $1,000 DOLLARS. IS THERE ANYWAY I CAN FIX MY TRUCK W/O PAYING ANYTHING? *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in ADDISON, IL. Vehicle was purchased on 20070610. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:U. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Power Train Automatic Transmission

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10218908

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 19, 2008.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . NORMAL DRIVING. GM TSB 05-07-30-017B TALKS ABOUT AN ISSUE THEY HAVE ON SEVERAL THOUSAND 2004-2006 VEHICLES THAT CAN ALLOW FOR TRANSMISSION FLUID CONTAMINATION, LEADING TO FAILURE OF THE TRANSMISSION. MY EXPERIENCE IS THAT UNDER TOWING, THE VEHICLE CAN CREATE A DANGEROUS CONDITION IF THE TRANSMISSION FAILS DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES. THIS ALSO CAN LEAD TO REPAIR COSTS OVER SEVERAL THOUSAND DOLLARS, THAT THE MANUFACTURER, OR WARRANTY COMPANIES, WILL NOT COVER. GENERAL MOTORS KNOWS BY THE ISSUANCE OF THE TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN THAT THIS CONDITION EXISTS, YET REFUSES TO EDUCATE THE OWNERS OF AFFECTED VEHICLES, AND REFUSES TO CORRECT THE ISSUE AND DAMAGES IT CREATES. I HAVE FOUND SEVERAL OTHER CASES WHERE THIS FAILURE HAS OCCURRED WITH NO REMEDY FROM THE MANUFACTURER. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 49500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEC12Z25G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in JACKSONVILLE, FL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20050703. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. DEALER'S NAME: COGGIN CHEVY AT THE AVENUES .
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Electrical System Instrument Panel

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10220201

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 02, 2007.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . SPEEDOMETER DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY. *TR.Mileage was 40000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEC12Z25G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in MATHIS, TX. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20051115. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph. DEALER'S NAME: PETE SCOGGINS MOTORS . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 3614491522 . DEALER'S CITY: GEORGE WEST . DEALER'S STATE CODE: TX.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Steering Column

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10224689

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Apr 16, 2008.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with STEERING:COLUMN . STEERING COLUMN REPLACEMENT. VEHICLE ONLY HAS 66,000 MILES ON IT BUT I HAVE TO REPLACE THE STEERING COLUMN. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 50000 miles. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in WOODBRIDGE, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.FUEL TYPE: GAS. DEALER'S NAME: OURSMAN CHEVEROLET .
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Vehicle Speed Control

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10225957

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 15, 2008.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . SPEEDOMETER ON MY 2005 AVALANCHE STARTED TO ACT ERRATIC WHILE DRIVING. IT GIVES FALSE SPEED INDICATION FOR EXAMPLE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT 6-MPH IT WILL JUST DROP TO 30MPH EVEN THOUGH THE VEHICLE SPEED HAS NOT CHANGED. MY CONCERN IS THE CREEPING EFFECT OF THE TRUCK AND STILL INDICATING A SLOWER SPEED. *TR.Mileage was 36000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEC12Z55G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in LAS CRUCES, NM. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Electrical System

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10226548

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2008.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . INSTRUMENT PANEL PROBLEMS. GM EXTENDED THE WARRANTY ON 2003-2004 TRUCKS FOR INSTRUMENT PANEL ISSUES, I HAVE A 2005 WHICH HAS ISSUES SIMILAR TO THE PREVIOUS MODELS. THE SPEEDO GETS STUCK AND GIVES FALSE SPEEDS AND THE HOUR METER ON THE TRUCK RE-SET IT SELF TO 0. *TR.Mileage was 62000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z35G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in HENDERSON, NV. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Electrical System Instrument Panel

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10227015

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Apr 13, 2008.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . WHILE DRIVING LOOKED DOWN AT SPEEDOMETER DOING 150 MPH WHEN I STOPPED WENT TO 60MPH WHILE SETTING STILL. MANY FRIENDS HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM WITH THESE MODELS OF CHEVY AVALANCHES. CALLED CHEVY THEY STATED THERE WAS NOT A RECALL FOR THIS PROBLEM. SOMETHING WRONG. *TR.Mileage was 54000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEC12Z45G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in CRESTWOOD, KY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10227653

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 12, 2008.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . SPEEDOMETER NEEDLE WAS TACKY LAST WEEK WHILE DRIVING IN TOWN AROUND 45-50 MPH. I WATCHED THE GAUGE AND THE PROBLEM SEEMED TO HAVE CORRECTED ITSELF. *TR YESTERDAY, THE SPEEDOMETER COMPLETELY WENT CRAZY WHILE I WAS DRIVING, QUIT WORKING AT 25 MPH, AND WHEN I SLOWED DOWN, THE NEEDLE WENT BELOW THE MPH GAUGE LINE AND IS NOW POINTING STRAIGHT DOWN, BLOCKING MY VIEW OF THE GEAR SHIFT PANEL ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. I HAVE 44,000 MILES OR SO ON THIS VEHICLE AND JUST BOUGHT IT USED TWO WEEKS AGO. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 44000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEC12Z85G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in BRISCOE, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10228914

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 18, 2008.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND REALIZED THAT MY ODOMETER WAS NOT WORKING PROPERLY.. IT WAS REGISTERING THAT I WAS GOING 120 MPH, IN A 35, I KNEW THAT WAS WRONG...ALL THE OTHER GAUGES ARE WORKING WELL. I NOW RECORDED 120 MPH OR SOMETIMES IT WILL RECORD BETWEEN 75 AND 90. I HAVEN'T CORRECTED IT.. I'M WAITING FOR GMC DO SOMETHING. OR UNTIL THE INSPECTION STICKER EXPIRES *TR.Mileage was 52000 miles. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in SPRING, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Fuel System, Gasoline

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10231022

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2008.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . VEHICLE WOULD NOT START UNLESS THE KEY WAS TURNED TO ACCESSORY POSITION FOR A FEW SECONDS. THIS ALLOWED THE FUEL FILTER TO PUMP FUEL TO THE ENGINE. I HAVE READ OF ANOTHER INDIVIDUAL HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM THROUGH THE INTERNET. I AM CONCERNED OF OTHER PEOPLE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM AND NEEDING TO SPEND THE MONEY TO HAVE IT FIXED OR NOT FIXING IT. I HAVE HAD THE VEHICLE CHECKED AND THE FUEL PUMP WAS REPLACED. FORTUNATELY THIS DID NOT HAPPEN WHILE DRIVING, BUT IT SEEMS TO BE A FACTORY DEFECT THAT SHOULD NOT HAVE HAPPENED. THE CHEVROLET DEALER KEPT THE OLD PART. *TR.Mileage was 69000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z45G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in SAFFORD, AZ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Power Train Automatic Transmission

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10239841

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 25, 2008.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . I BOUGHT A 2005 CHEVY AVALANCHE. 3 YEAR 36,000 MILE WARRANTY, AT 40,000 MILES THE TRANSMISSION DISINTEGRATED. $3,000 OUT OF POCKET........ I EXPECT A LITTLE MORE THAN 40,000 MILES OUT OF A $35,000 TRUCK. NOW I'M GETTING MAIL ABOUT A SPEEDOMETER LAWSUIT, I'VE ALWAYS BEEN A CHEVY GUY BUT IF THIS IS WHAT I CAN EXPECT FROM GM MAYBE ITS TIME FOR A CHANGE! *TR.Mileage was 40000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEC12Z15G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in CHULA VISTA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Latches/locks/linkages

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10245989

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 18, 2008.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . TAIL GATE DOES NOT STAY LATCHED HAS BEEN REPAIRED TWICE UNDER WARRANTY BY HOWARD PONTIAC 364 WEST GRAND AVE. ELMHURST IL 630 832 9500 TAIL GATE WAS SELDOM USED FOR THIS TO OCCUR. THE CONTINUED FAILURE FOR THE TAIL GATE TO STAY LATCHED HAS RESULTED IN TAIL GATE COMING OPEN WHILE DRIVING. AT FIRST IT WAS SELDOM NOW THE TAIL GATE WILL NOT STAY LATCHED THIS PROBLEM COULD RESULT IN THE LOSS OF CARGO LOAD & THE FAILURE OF THE CABLE HOLDING THE TAILGATE ON. THIS WOULD RESULT IN THE A ROAD HAZARD. DATE USED IS LAST OCCURRENCE. *TR.Mileage was 15000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z05G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in ELMHURST, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. DEALER'S NAME: HOWARD PONTIAC . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 630-832-9500 . DEALER'S CITY: ELMHURST . DEALER'S STATE CODE: IL.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Electrical System

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10248865

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 14, 2008.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . 2005 CHEVY AVALANCHE WITH 48,975 MILES. AT APPROX 47,000 TACHOMETER STOPPED WORKING. TONIGHT WHILE DRIVING THE SPEEDOMETER SUDDENLY WENT TO 60-80 MPH WHILE I WAS ONLY DOING 40-45 MPH. WHEN I TURNED THE IGNITION OFF THE NEEDLE ONLY DROPPED TO THE 30 MPH LEVEL. WHILE DRIVING SPEEDOMETER IS SPORADIC AS TO SPEED BUT NO COMPLETELY INACCURATE AT ANY SPEED. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 47000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEC12Z55G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in ORANGE PARK, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Unknown Or Other

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10249624

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 24, 2008.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . THE SPEEDOMETER IN MY '05 AVALANCHE STAYS AT ZERO WHILE DRIVING OR READS ANYWHERE FORM 20-40 MPH SLOWER THAN I AM GOING. I WAS DOING ABOUT 50 MPH ON THE FREEWAY PASSING EVERYONE (ACCORDING TO MY SPEEDOMETER) AND PASSING EVERYONE IN SIGHT. IT FELT A LITTLE FAST SO I TURNED ON MY GPS AND REALIZED I WAS GOING ABOUT 80 MPH. THIS IS A MAJOR PROBLEM AND GM NEEDS TO RECALL THE VEHICLE. *TR.Mileage was 45000 miles. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in THORNTON, CO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 80 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Electrical System

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10250577

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 27, 2008.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . 2005 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE HAS A WIRING PROBLEM WITH THE SPEEDOMETER, TEMP GAUGE READING, AND OTHER CONSOLE READINGS. CHEVROLET HAS RECALLED 2003 & 2004 TRUCKS FOR THE SAME PROBLEM. THEY WILL NOT INCLUDE 2005-2008 EVENTHOUGH, THEY KNOW THE SAME PROBLEM EXISTS. THIS IS GOING TO COST $350 OR MORE TO FIX. *TR.Mileage was 64300 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEC12Z95G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in ATLANTIC BEACH, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10251185

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 15, 2008.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . SPEEDOMETER ACTS ERRATICALLY, WILL OFTEN STAY AT ZERO, SOMETIMES WILL START AT 30 AND PROGRESS @ 30 MPH ABOVE THE RIGHT SPEED. AFTER CONTACTING DEALERSHIP WAS TOLD I WOULD HAVE TO BUY A NEW SPEEDOMETER. THIS IS A WELL DOCUMENTED PROBLEM AND SHOULD BE CONSIDERED A RECALL. *TR.Mileage was 82800 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEC12Z35G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in LAWRENCEVILLE, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Steering

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10251187

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 23, 2008.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with STEERING . RATTLE AND BUMPING NOISE TRANSMITTED THROUGH THE STEERING WHEEL WHILE DRIVING. *TR.Mileage was 78000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEC12Z35G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in LAWRENCEVILLE, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Visibility Defroster/defogger System

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10251192

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 15, 2008.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM . HVAC FAILURE ROUTING HOT AIR WHEN A/C IS ON AND VICE VERSA, ALSO ROUTING TO DEFROSTER AND HEATER WORKS ERRATICALLY. *TR.Mileage was 80000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEC12Z35G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in LAWRENCEVILLE, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Electrical System Instrument Panel

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10252488

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 10, 2007.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . 2005 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE AT APPROX. 40,000 MILES THE SPEEDOMETER HAS GONE CRAZY NEVER GIVING THE CORRECT SPEED. SEVERAL OTHERS WITH THIS PROBLEM AND RECALL HAS BEEN CALL FOR 2002 -2004 MODELS THAT USE THE SAME CLUSTER AND STEP MOTOR THAT CONTROLS THE SPEEDOMETER. CONTACTED THE DEALER TO FIX PROBLEM BUT THEY WANTED 600+ TO FIX THE PROBLEM. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 40000 miles. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in MARICOPA, AZ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10253512

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 23, 2008.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . SPEEDOMETER HAS GONE "WILD". FOR EXAMPLE AT 35 MPH IT WILL READ ANYWHERE FROM 60 TO 140 MPH AND WHEN ENGINE IS TURNED OFF MAY ONLY DROP TO 30 MPH. HAPPENING AS A DAILY EVENT FOR THE PAST WEEK ON MY 2005 AVALANCHE WHICH HAS 47000 MILES ON ODOMETER. CHECKING WITH DEALER SERVICE MANAGER TOMORROW BUT UNDERSTAND FROM MANY OTHER OWNERS THAT GM COVERAGE FOR THIS PROBLEM ONLY COVERS THE 2002 TO 2004 MODEL YEARS EVEN THOUGH MY AVALANCHE HAS THE SAME CLUSTER AND STEP MOTOR THAT CONTROLS THE SPEEDOMETER WHICH I AM FINDING IS BEING REPORTED BY OWNERS IN LARGE NUMBERS AS DEFECTIVE. GM NEEDS TO ADDRESS THIS ISSUE WITH THEIR LOYAL CHEVROLET OWNERS IF THEY WISH TO MAINTAIN THEIR RETURN BUSINESS. *TR.Mileage was 47800 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z15G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in CERES, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Air Bags

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10254422

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 28, 2007.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with AIR BAGS . I HAVE HAD MY SENSOR LIGHT AND THE WARNING LIGHT THAT SAYS "SERVICE AIRBAGS" COME ON AND IT WON'T GO OFF. I HAVE BEEN ON A FEW AUTO FORUMS ABOUT THIS AND THERE ARE HUNDREDS OF PEOPLE WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. THE DEALERS CAN'T SEEM TO FIGURE OUT WHAT IT IS AND PEOPLE ARE SPENDING HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS TO GET IT FIXED, BUT IT DOESN'T. *TR.Mileage was 65000 miles. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in GILBERT, AZ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Electrical System Instrument Panel

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10254448

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 30, 2008.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . SPEEDOMETER IS FAILING TO WORK CORRECTLY. MOST OF THE TIME IT IS STUCK AT 120 MPH. OR DOESN'T WORK AT ALL. *TR.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z75G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in QUINNESEC, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10255509

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 10, 2008.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . SPEEDOMETER CONTINUALLY GOES HAYWIRE; IT APPEARS YOU ARE DRIVING 50+ MPH WHEN YOU ARE IN PARK; WHEN YOU ACTUALLY DO START MOVING YOU HAVE NO IDEA HOW FAST YOU ARE GOING; MAX OUT AT 120 MPH WHEN YOU ARE FLOWING WITH TRAFFIC IN A 70 MPH ZONE. OCCURS INTERMITTENTLY WITH INCREASING FREQUENCY; I HAVE NOT HAD AN ASSESSMENT OF THE COST ASSOCIATED WITH THIS REPAIR DONE YET. *TR.Mileage was 64500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z55G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in EL RENO, OK. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10255948

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 01, 2008.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . AT ABOUT 65K MILES, SPEEDOMETER STOPPED REGISTERING ACCURATELY. NOW ABOUT 75K ON THE VEHICLE IF ODOMETER ACCURATE. WHEN STOPPED SPEEDOMETER READS ANYWHERE FROM 60 TO 100MPH AND WHEN DRIVING READS ANYWHERE FROM 90 TO OFF THE SCALE (6 O'CLOCK POSITION ON THE SPEEDOMETER WHERE NO SPEED IS LISTED). IN SHORT, WILDLY INACCURATE. RESEARCHED THE PROBLEM AND IT APPEARS CHEVY IS REPLACING THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FOR THIS PROBLEM ON UP TO 2004 VEHICLES BUT NOT 2005 ALTHOUGH IT APPEARS THE PROBLEM IS RAMPANT AMONG AVALANCHE OWNERS. REQUEST NHTSA IMPLEMENT A RECALL ON THIS WIDESPREAD PROBLEM. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 65000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z45G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in NASHVILLE, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10256144

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 10, 2009.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . SPEEDOMETER IS STUCK ON 120 CONSTANTLY. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 90765 miles. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in HENDERSON, NV. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10256207

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2008.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . SPEEDOMETER NOT WORKING PROPERLY. USUALLY STUCK ANYWHERE FROM 65 - OVER 120 MPH, WHETHER PARKED OR MOVING AT A LOWER SPEED. THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED IT HAD RESET ITSELF AND DIDN'T HAPPEN AGAIN FOR A WHILE. NOW CONSTANTLY INCORRECT. ALSO, SOME OTHER LIGHTS ARE OUT ON INSTRUMENT PANEL AND STEERING WHEEL. TOO EXPENSIVE TO FIX. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in S TOMS RIVER, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Power Train Automatic Transmission

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10256689

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 22, 2008.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . CAR STARTED JERKING AS IF IT WAS GOING TO CUT OFF THEN ONCE I GOT ON THE HIGHWAY IT WOULD NOT GO OVER 50 MILES PER HOUR. TOOK CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND LATER FOUND OUT THAT TRANSMISSION WAS GONE. *TR .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 61937 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEC12Z75G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in BIRMINGHAM, AL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Electrical System Instrument Panel

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10264099

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 20, 2009.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . SPEEDOMETER ON MY 2005 CHEVY AVALANCHE IS STUCK ON 100 PLUS MILES PER HOUR. *TR.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z65G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in FORT KNOX, KY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Steering

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10266315

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 15, 2005.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with STEERING . VEHICLE MADE KNOCKING NOISE IN THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE. TOOK IT INTO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION AND REPAIR UNDER WARRANTY. WAS TOLD BY THE SERVICE MANAGER THAT THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THIS PROBLEM AND THAT THEY HAD TO GREASE THE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT. PROBLEM APPEARED TO BE GONE, BUT RE-APPEARED MONTHS LATER. HAVE LIVED WITH THIS KNOCKING NOISE NOW FOR (4) YEARS. CALLED DEALER AND ASKED IF THEY COULD FIX THIS PROBLEM AGAIN FOR ME (VEHICLE NOW NOT UNDER WARRANTY). WAS TOLD THEY NEVER PERFORMED THIS REPAIR FOR ME ON MY VEHICLE, BUT IF I WANTED THE INTERMEDIATE SHAFT GREASED THEY WOULD CHARGE ME $135.00 DOLLARS. HAD ENTIRE FRONT END OF VEHICLE GREASED BY LOCAL AUTO STORE WITH PROBLEM NOT BEING SOLVED. NOISE IS VERY DISTURBING AND CAUSES CONCERN FOR FUTURE ISSUES. *TR.Mileage was 5000 miles. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in MACOMB, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Power Train Driveline

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10275379

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 30, 2009.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE . "SERVICE 4WD" STARTED TO BE DISPLAYED ERRATICALLY IN THE DIC. 4WD SYSTEM STARTED TO FUNCTION ERRATICALLY 4WD CONTROL SWITCH WITNESS LIGHTS LIGHT ERRATICALLY OR DO NOT LIGHT AT ALL. 4WD LOW RANGE ENGAGED BY ITSELF UNEXPECTEDLY WHILE DRIVING - THIS WAS A SERIOUS ACCIDENT HAZARD, FORTUNATELY IT OCCURRED AT LOW SPEED AND AT A PLACE WHERE THE VEHICLE COULD BE STOPPED SAFELY. GENERAL MOTORS HAS ISSUED TSB 05-04-21-003C (APRIL 15, 2008) FOR THIS CONDITION HOWEVER OWNERS WERE NOT NOTIFIED ABOUT IT OR THE POTENTIAL ASSOCIATED ACCIDENT RISK. RESEARCH ON THE WEB AT VEHICLE OWNER CLUBS SHOWS THIS CONDITION TO BE A VERY FREQUENT PROBLEM FOR GM VEHICLES USING THE THIS TYPE OF 4 WHEEL DRIVE. FURTHER RESEARCH ON THE SAME SITES SUGGESTS THAT THE SOLUTION TO THE PROBLEM WAS A CHALLENGE TO GM AND IT WAS A "HIT-AND-MISS" APPROACH WITH MULTIPLE TRIPS TO THE DEALER TO GET IT RESOLVED. THIS MALFUNCTION COULD BE CAUSE A SERIOUS ACCIDENT IF IT HAPPENS AT INTERSTATE SPEEDS IN HEAVY TRAFFIC OR ON A SLIPPERY STEEP MOUNTAIN ROAD ( JUST TO GIVE A FEW EXAMPLES). *TR .Mileage was 79000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z15G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in SALEM, OR. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Fuel System, Gasoline

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10275857

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 30, 2009.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . WITH NO WARNING AT ALL MY FUEL LINE BEGAN TO LEAK PROFUSELY. NO SENSOR WARNINGS/LIGHTS AT ALL. FUEL LINE WAS LEAKING A TREMENDOUS AMOUNT OF GAS - LEAKING TO THE POINT I WAS AFRAID TO LEAVE IT PARKED IN MY DRIVEWAY NEAR MY HOUSE OR EVEN OUT ON THE STREET (IN CASE SOMEONE WALKED BY WITH A CIGARETTE). I FEEL THIS WAS AN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS SITUATION. TO MAKE MATTERS WORSE, MY TRUCK HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP FOR OVER A WEEK AND SEVERAL CHEVY DEALERSHIPS ARE UNABLE TO GET THE PARTS FROM THE FACTORY AND IN SOME INSTANCES ARE ONLY BEING TOLD THEY ARE "BACKORDERED" WITH NO APPROXIMATE DATE OF AVAILABILITY. *TR.Mileage was 57000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z25G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in BELTSVILLE, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Tires Temporary/emergency Spare Tire

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10278832

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 20, 2009.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE . WHEN LOWERING THE SPARE TIRE THE CABLE ASSEMBLY LOWERS TO THE GROUND BUT THE METAL SLEEVE THAT THE CABLE RUNS THROUGH AND ALSO IS SUPPOSE TO DROP AS THE CABLE IS LOWERS GETS STUCK IN THE ASSEMBLY AND THE END RESULT IS THE TIRE IS ONLY PARTIALLY LOWERED AND IS STUCK WITH THE CABLE ON THE GROUND. YOU CAN KICK PULL TRY AND USE THE TIRE IRON TO TRY AND PRY IT DOWN BUT IT DOES NOT GO DOWN. IF THE TRUCK WERE UP ON THE JACK AND FLAT TIRE REMOVED IT WOULD BE VERY EASY FOR THE TRUCK TO COME OFF THE JACK BECAUSE OF THE FORCE NEEDED TO TRY AND GET THE SPARE TIRE DOWN. THE PROBLEM IS THE TIRE WONT COME DOWN. IF A PERSON WERE TO GET FRUSTRATED AND TRY AND DRIVE ON THE FLAT AND FORGET TO RAISE THE CABLE IT COULD BE POSSIBLE FOR THE SPARE TIRE TO SUDDENLY BE JARRED LOOSE AND SUDDENLY BE DRAGGING BEHIND THE TRUCK AND WHO KNOWS WHAT MIGHT HAPPEN TO A VEHICLE BEHIND THE TRUCK AS IT DROVE DOWN THE ROAD..Mileage was 56800 miles. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in SUNBURY, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10279327

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 31, 2009.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with TIRES . TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500. THE VEHICLE HAS SIGMA STAMPEDE TIRES, SIZE 265/70R16 (NA). WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT. THE CONTACT STOPPED THE VEHICLE, CHANGED THE TIRE, AND DROVE TO HIS RESIDENCE. HE CALLED THE MANUFACTURER TO RESOLVE THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ROAD CONDITIONS WERE NOT A FACTOR AND THERE WERE NO HAZARDOUS MATERIALS IN THE ROADWAY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 62,900..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 62900 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z95G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in HOLLY SPRINGS, NC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Power Train Automatic Transmission

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10285204

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 24, 2009.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . AT HIGHWAY SPEED, SERVICE 4 WD LIGHT CAME ON, STATED VEHICLE LOST SPEED/POWER AND THE 4 WD SELECTOR SHIFTED ON ITS OWN INTO 4 WD HI.....VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION...TO LOSE SPEED AND POWER IN HIGHWAY TRAFFIC. *TR.Mileage was 80800 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z15G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in EASTON, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Electrical System Instrument Panel

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10295449

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 09, 2009.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . I OWN A 2005 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE AND THE SPEEDOMETER STOPPED WORKING. THE TRUCK HAS 51K MILES AND NOT BEEN MODIFIED. THIS IS A DANGER TO MY FAMILY AND THE COST OF REPAIR IS EXPENSIVE. THIS IS A KNOW ISSUE AND SHOULD BE A RECALL. *TR.Mileage was 51000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z85G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in LARKSPUR, CO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10298487

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 03, 2010.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER AND TACHOMETER FAILED; THE COMPONENTS WOULD NOT GO BACK DOWN TO ZERO. SHE HAD NOT NOTICED ANY PRIOR ISSUES WITH THOSE COMPONENTS. SHE HAD NOT TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER OR THE MANUFACTURER. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED TO-DATE. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 55,582..Mileage was 55582 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEC12Z85G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in RICHMOND, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Steering

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10298549

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 25, 2007.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with STEERING . TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT HAS FAILED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHENEVER HE WAS DRIVING THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED AND MADE A CLICKING AND GRINDING NOISE. THERE WERE NO RECALLS OR WARRANTIES FOR THE VEHICLE OR RELATED TO THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED TWICE BY THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD THAT THE FAILURE CONTINUE TO OCCUR SINCE NO REMEDY WAS AVAILABLE. THE FIRST FAILURE OCCURRED ON JULY 25, 2007 AND THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 39,574. THE SECOND FAILURE OCCURRED ON JULY 7, 2009 WHEN THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 86,494 AND THE DEALER REPLACED THE PARTS. THE DEALER HAS REPLACED THE SAME PARTS EVERY 2 YEARS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 39574 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 96,600..Mileage was 39574 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z45G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in BELTSVILLE, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Engine And Engine Cooling

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10308312

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 05, 2009.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . THE BODY MOUNTS HAVE GONE OUT TWICE ON MY AVALANCE. *TR.Mileage was 38000 miles. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in ROCKLIN, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Power Train Automatic Transmission

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10317649

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 06, 2010.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . 2005 CHEVY AVALANCHE WITH LESS THAN 60K MILES, HAS A TRANSMISSION FAILURE. NO WARNINGS OF ANY TYPE. VEHICLE WAS MAINTAINED ACCORDING TO MANUFACTURES SPECIFICATIONS (TRANSMISSION FLUID CHANGED AT 30K MILES). VEHICLE IS IN THE SHOP CURRENTLY BEING WORKED ON. 2ND AND 4TH GEAR CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO "COME OUT OF GEAR" CAUSING A LOSS OF POWER. *TR.Mileage was 59500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z95G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in NASHVILLE, TN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Electrical System Instrument Panel

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10330117

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Apr 24, 2010.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER WOULD INTERMITTENTLY BECOME STUCK ON ONE SPEED AND WOULD ALSO DISPLAY THE INACCURATE SPEED TRAVELED. THE SPEEDOMETER WOULD INDICATE THAT THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 30 MPH, BECOME STUCK AND WOULD THEN IMMEDIATELY INCREASE TO 60 MPH REGARDLESS OF THE ACTUAL SPEED DRIVEN. THE CONTACT WOULD HAVE TO SHUT OFF THE ENGINE AND RESTART IT IN ORDER FOR THE SPEEDOMETER TO RESET ITSELF. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER GAUGE WAS FAILING AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 51,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 53,000..Mileage was 51000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z75G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in CLIFTON PARK, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10330365

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 13, 2010.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . MY 2005 CHEVY AVALANCHE 1500 SPEEDOMETER IS HAVING PROBLEMS. THE GAUGE WILL READ FASTER THEN WHAT I AM DRIVE. THEN IT WILL STICK AT OVER 60 MPH, THE ARROW WILL POINT COMPLETELY DOWN. IF I TURN ON AND OFF ENGINE THE GAUGE WILL RESET IT SELF BACKWARDS 5 MPH EACH TIME I DO THIS. IT WILL WORK FOR TWO DAYS AFTER THAT THEN THE PROBLEM HAPPEN ALL OVER AGAIN!!!!!!!!!!!!! *TR.Mileage was 56898 miles. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in ONTARIO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Air Bags

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10334011

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 31, 2010.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with AIR BAGS . "SERVICE AIRBAG" SENSOR LIGHT AND "IDIOT" LIGHT CAME ON AND WON'T GO OFF. I HAVE BEEN ON A FEW FORUMS ABOUT THIS AND THERE ARE LOTS OF PEOPLE WITH THIS SAME PROBLEM. MANY DIFFERENT IDEAS ON WHAT WILL FIX THE PROBLEM BUT GM SHOULD ISSUE A RECALL AND FIX IT FOR EVERYONE..Mileage was 29586 miles. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in CHESAPEAKE, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10344909

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 18, 2010.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with AIR BAGS . THE SERVICE AIR BAG LIGHT STAYING ON IN MY 2005 CHEVY AVALANCHE. IT USE TO BE INTERMITTENT WHENEVER IT WAS RAINING OR WET OUTSIDE BUT NOW IT IS ON STEADY AFTER A RAINSTORM ON JULY 18/10. I HAVE BEEN DOING SOME RESEARCH ONLINE AND FOUND OUT THAT IT IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE CHEVY AVALANCHE, GM AS PUT OUT SERVICE BULLETINS ABOUT THE WIRING BUT THEY WILL NOT COVER THE REPAIRS IF YOUR WARRANTY IS EXPIRED. I THINK THIS IS A VERY IMPORTANT ISSUE FOR THE SAFETY OF ALL CHEVY AVALANCHE + OTHER MODEL OWNERS THAT SHOULD BE TAKEN CARE OF BY GM. THE WEBSITE THAT I FOUND MOST OF MY INFORMATION ABOUT THIS PROBLEM ON IS CHEVYAVALANCHEFANCLUB.COM IF THIS VEHICLE IS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT THE AIR BAG SYSTEM IS MOST LIKELY TO FAIL WHICH MOST LIKELY WILL CAUSE EXCESSIVE BODILY DAMAGE OR EVEN DEATH OF THE PASSENGERS AND DRIVER THAT COULD HAVE BEEN AVOIDED IF GM WOULD OWN UP TO THEIR RESPONSIBILITY AND FIX THE PROBLEMS. *TR.Mileage was 111716 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12T15G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in SHELBURNE, ONTARIO, CANADA, 00. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Electrical System

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10358534

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 20, 2008.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . SPEEDOMETER GIVES FALSE READINGS AND STICKS. OTHER GAUGES (OIL PRES, TEMP) REDLINE AND ARE INACCURATE. GETS WORST WITH TIME. 41K MILES ON A 2005 AVALANCHE (CHEVY). *TR.Mileage was 35000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEC12Z55G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in DENHAM SPRINGS, LA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10358905

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Apr 04, 2010.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . DRIVERS SIDE A/C UNIT BLOWS VERY HOT AIR EVEN WITH A/C IS PROGRAMMED TO LOWEST SETTING. THIS IS A COMMON ISSUE ONCE RESEARCHING ON THE INTERNET. *TR.Mileage was 78000 miles. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in CHATTANOOGA, TN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Visibility

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10358905

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Apr 04, 2010.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with VISIBILITY . DRIVERS SIDE A/C UNIT BLOWS VERY HOT AIR EVEN WITH A/C IS PROGRAMMED TO LOWEST SETTING. THIS IS A COMMON ISSUE ONCE RESEARCHING ON THE INTERNET. *TR.Mileage was 78000 miles. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in CHATTANOOGA, TN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Air Bags

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10360779

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Aug 15, 2010.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with AIR BAGS . SERVICE AIR BAG LIGHT ON AND MESSAGE IN THE DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER. *TR.Mileage was 115215 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z25G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in GRANDVIEW, MO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:4WD. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Power Train Driveline

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10361814

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 30, 2010.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE . THE SERVICE 4WD STARTED APPEARING IN THE DRIVER INFORMATION DISPLAY INTERMITTENTLY. TAKING THE VEHICLE IN FOR SERVICE GAVE NO RELIEF. THE VEHICLE STARTED ACTING ERRATICALLY, SLIPPING IN AND OUT OF GEAR INTERMITTENTLY. IT WASN'T SAFE TO DRIVE ANYMORE, IE STRANDED AT STOP LIGHTS OR AFTER SLOWING FOR TRAFFIC IT HAD NO ACCELERATION. IT BECAME CLEAR AT THIS POINT THAT THE PROBLEM WASN'T GOING TO BE ABLE TO BE DIAGNOSED AT A REPAIR FACILITY, WITHOUT REPLACING PARTS NEEDLESSLY AND THEN TEST DRIVING THE VEHICLE UNTIL IT WORKED AGAIN . I STARTED CHECKING ON LINE AND FOUND MANY OF THESE VEHICLES EXHIBITING THE SAME BEHAVIOR AND TRACED THE PROBLEM TO A DEFECTIVE ENCODER MOTOR WHICH FIXED THE PROBLEM I FEEL THE WAY THE VEHICLE ACTED WITH THIS PROBLEM IS A VERY UNSAFE CONDITION AND SHOULD HAVE A FAIL SAFE BUILT INTO IT TO AT LEAST PREVENT COMPLETE LOSS OF ACCELERATION. AT THE VERY LEAST OWNERS SHOULD HAVE BEEN WARNED OF THIS POSSIBLE SITUATION SINCE THERE ARE TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS OUT ON THIS CONDITION. *TR.Mileage was 115000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z25G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in GRANDVIEW, MO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:4WD. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Electrical System Instrument Panel

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10369230

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 30, 2010.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . MY 2005 AVALANCHE 1500 SPEEDOMETER IS NOT WORKING IT FAILS TO RECORD THE CORRECT SPEED IT STAY ON 0 MOST OF THE TIME. THINK GM SHOULD HAVE RECALL THIS PROBLEM TOO MANY 05 CHEVY AVALANCHE OWNERS ARE HAVING THIS TROUBLE. *TR.Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in LOGANVILLE, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10369320

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2009.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE K1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE NOTICED PREMATURE WEARING OF THE BRAKE PADS AND DISC. HE ALSO STATED THAT THE SPARE TIRE WAS NOT ACCESSIBLE. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED IN REGARDS TO THE FAILURES. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BY A PERSONAL MECHANIC. THE CONTACT DID NOT INFORM THE MANUFACTURER OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 71,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 95,000..Mileage was 71000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12ZX5G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in STILLWATER, MN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Tires Temporary/emergency Spare Tire

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10369320

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2009.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS CORP. had a problem with TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE . TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE K1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE NOTICED PREMATURE WEARING OF THE BRAKE PADS AND DISC. HE ALSO STATED THAT THE SPARE TIRE WAS NOT ACCESSIBLE. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED IN REGARDS TO THE FAILURES. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BY A PERSONAL MECHANIC. THE CONTACT DID NOT INFORM THE MANUFACTURER OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 71,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 95,000..Mileage was 71000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12ZX5G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in STILLWATER, MN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Steering

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10370870

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 23, 2006.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with STEERING . RATTLING IN STEERING COLUMN...HAVE HAD GREASED 3 TIMES AND IT STOPS FOR ABOUT 6 MONTHS. 2 FRIENDS DRIVE 3/4 TON CHEVROLET PICKUPS AND HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM. *TR.Mileage was 20000 miles. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in INGRAM, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Electrical System Instrument Panel

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10376371

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 20, 2010.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . 2005 CHEVY AVALANCHE SPEEDOMETER MALFUNCTION. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH THE SPEEDOMETER RACED TO 120 MPH AND IS NOW STUCK. I AM UNABLE TO VERIFY MY SPEED WHILE DRIVING. ODOMETER READS 62K MILES. *TR.Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in SALINA, OK. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10376845

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 28, 2010.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . SPEEDOMETER READS 60 MPH FASTER THAN ACTUAL SPEED. SPEEDOMETER READS 60 MPH AT STOP. REPAIR SHOP STATES INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REQUIRES REPLACEMENT. *LN.Mileage was 95000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEC12Z95G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in PORT LUDLOW, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:RWD. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10378262

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 02, 2010.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . MY 2005 CHEVY AVALANCHE HAS SHORT IN THE SPEEDOMETER, REAR RIGHT TAIL LIGHTS NOT WORKING,SPEEDOMETER NOT WORKING, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT-TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT, THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTING LIGHT NOT WORKING PROPERLY IT JUMPS REVERSE WHEN I SHIFT INTO DRIVE AND INSTEAD I GO FORWARD I AM GOING BACKWARD AND NOW MY TRANSMISSION IS BROKEN. IT ONLY SHIFT TO 3RD GEAR AND I DON'T HAVE THE MONEY TO REPAIR IT. I CALL CHEVROLET TO REPAIR THESE DEFECTIVE PARTS AND EQUIPMENTS BUT THEY DON'T WANT TO REPAIR IT. THEY SAID THERE IS NO RECALLS FOR MY VEHICLE. AND I ALMOST HIT SOMEBODY DURING STOPPING AT THE INTERSECTION. BECAUSE MY CAR SUDDENLY PULLS ON REVERSE. CAN I ASK THE NHTSA PLEASE HELP ME BY DEMANDING CHEVROLET TO REPAIR MY VEHICLE PLEASE! I WOULD VERY MUCH APPRECIATED, [XXX] OR LET ME KNOW WHAT I SHOULD PLEASE? INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR.Mileage was 90000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEC12Z25G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in HENDERSON, NC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:RWD. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Equipment

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10378299

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 16, 2010.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with EQUIPMENT . 2005 AVALANCHE SPEEDOMETER FAILURE. SPEEDOMETER WILL NOT RETURN TO ZERO AND WILL NOT GIVE CORRECT VEHICLE SPEED. FOUND NUMEROUS CUSTOMERS WITH SAME FAILURE. THIS IS OBVIOUSLY A MANUFACTURER DEFECT. NOT KNOWING VEHICLE SPEED IS A SAFETY HAZARD. *TR.Mileage was 75000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEC12Z15G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in DEL CITY, OK. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Fuel System, Other

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10384217

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 17, 2005.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER . FUEL LINES - 2005 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE WHILE DRIVING HOME FROM WORK 2/17/2011, I KEPT SMELLING GAS. SINCE IT IS A 45 MINUTE DRIVE, THE SMELL DID NOT DISAPPEAR UNTIL I REACHED HOME AND TURNED OFF MY VEHICLE. MY SON TOOK OUR JACK OUT TO SEE IF WE COULD LOCATE THE PROBLEM. HE FOUND THE GAS LINES SOAKED WITH GAS UNDER THE TRUCK BUT AT THAT POINT IT WAS HARD TO TELL IF IT WAS WHAT WE THOUGHT THE PROBLEM MIGHT BE; A HOLE IN THE GAS LINES. SINCE THE DEALERS WERE CLOSED WE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE GARAGE FIRST THING THE FOLLOWING MORNING. THE SMELL FOLLOWED ME THE SAME AS IT DID THE NIGHT BEFORE. WHEN THE DEALER PULLED IT IN THE SHOP, THEY CONFIRMED OUR SUSPICION OF WHAT WAS GOING ON. THE ORIGINAL INSTALLED GAS LINES ON MY TRUCK WERE CROSSED FOR WHAT REASON IS UNKNOWN AND THEY RUBBED OVER TIME AND RUBBED A HOLE IN THEMSELVES. THEY ARE A REINFORCED BRAIDED LINE. UPON DOING SO, AND WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS RUNNING, GAS WAS SPRAYING ALL OVER THE UNDERSIDE OF MY TRUCK. THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER WAS SOAKED. THE DEALER WOULD NOT ALLOW ME TO REMOVE THE VEHICLE FROM THEIR SHOP UNDER ANY CONDITION BECAUSE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF A FIRE. THEY ALSO CHECK ALL THE RESOURCES USED BY ANY CHEVROLET DEALERSHIP AND THERE IS NOT ONE RECALL OUT THERE FOR THIS PROBLEM. THERE ARE SEVERAL REASONS I AM SENDING THIS INFORMATION. ONE IS THAT AFTER RESEARCHING ON LINE ABOUT MY PROBLEM I HAVE FOUND MANY COMPLAINTS FOR VEHICLES OF THAT TIME FRAME BURSTING INTO FLAMES AND GM WARRANTING IT OFF AS A SHORT UNDER THE DASH. GM SEEMS TO BE TAKING THE VEHICLE FIRE ISSUE OF SOME OF THE COMPLAINTS I READ TOO SLIGHT. MY TRUCK COULD HAVE BURST INTO FLAMES AND CAUSED MY LIFE AND POSSIBLY OTHERS. EVEN NOW THAT OUR SON CHECKED THE PROBLEM, HE WAS EVEN AT RISK JUST TRYING TO SEE WHAT IT WAS! THE OTHER ISSUE IS THAT WE HAVE TO PAY FOR A PROBLEM GM CREATED IN THE DESIGN OF THE FUEL LINES. I HAVE PICTURES WE TOOK THAT NIGHT YOU ARE WELCOME TO HAVE SHOULD THIS PROBLEM BE ESCALATED. *TR.Mileage was 70000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z75G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:4WD. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Air Bags

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10384380

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 04, 2011.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS . AIRBAG SERVICE LIGHT CAME ON AND HAS STAYED ON. NO ACCIDENTS HAS OCCURRED TO WARRANT THE LIGHT COMING ON. *TR.Mileage was 62000 miles. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in 89521, NV. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Electrical System Instrument Panel

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10384385

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 24, 2011.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . I OWN A 2005 CHEVY AVALANCHE. AT ABOUT 125K MILES ON THE ODOMETER I NOTICED THAT MY SPEEDOMETER WOULD START TO GRADUALLY LOSE TRACK OF THE SPEED AFTER DRIVING FOR APPROXIMATELY 40 - 60 MILES. SO, WHEN TRAVELING AT A CONSISTENT RATE OF SPEED OF, SAY, 60 MPH THE SPEEDOMETER WOULD SLOW DOWN GRADUALLY TO ZERO OVER THE COURSE OF 5 - 10 MILES. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF FOR A PERIOD OF TIME THE SPEEDOMETER WOULD RESET ITSELF. ONCE RESET IT MAY START HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM IMMEDIATELY OR IT MIGHT BE ANOTHER WEEK OR TWO BEFORE THIS PROBLEM PRESENTED ITSELF AGAIN. I TOOK THE VEHICLE AND WAS TOLD THAT THE "CLUSTER" WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED FOR APPROX. $600. JUDGING FROM THE OTHER COMPLAINTS REGISTERED HERE, I BELIEVE THIS SHOULD BE FIXED BY THE MANUFACTURER AT NO CHARGE TO THE OWNER REGARDLESS OF THE MILEAGE. *TR.Mileage was 125000 miles. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in GLEN ALLEN, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10389655

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 15, 2011.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . THE SPEEDOMETER AND TEMPERATURE GAUGE ON MY INSTRUMENT PANEL ARE PINNED AT MAX AND MIN READINGS, NO LONGER WORKING AT ALL. NOTHING I'M AWARE OF LED TO THIS HAPPENING. I PLAN ON HAVING THE PROBLEM DIAGNOSED AND REPAIRED SHORTLY. I AM AWARE THAT THIS YEAR, MAKE AND MODEL HAVE HAD FREQUENT PROBLEMS OF THIS SORT, BUT AM SURPRISED MY VEHICLE'S VIN IS NOT INCLUDED AS PART OF A RECENT RECALL: HTTP://WW2.JUSTANSWER.COM/UPLOADS/BLUEGORILLA/2009-09-28_123058_CLUSTER_POLICY.PDF. I WOULD ASK THAT THE DECISION TO EXCLUDE MY VEHICLE FROM THIS RECALL BE RE-EXAMINED. *TR.Mileage was 55000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z05G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in RIVERSIDE, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:4WD. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10390156

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 08, 2007.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM . ANYTIME I TURN THE AIR ON IN MY 2005 CHEVY AVALANCHE IT MAKES A HIGH PITCH SCREAMING SOUND. I HAVE HAD TWO BLOWER MOTORS INSTALLED AND IT IS IN NEED OF A THIRD. THIS SOUND IS STILL PRESENT EVEN AFTER I HAVE HAD THE NEW MOTORS INSTALLED. I HAVE HAD ONE MECHANIC SAY THEIR IS A CRACK IN THE PLENUM BOX AND IT WOULD TAKE 11 1/2 HOURS TO REPAIR AND COST $ 1700. THIS IS THE ONLY QUOTE I HAVE HAD SO FAR. I HAVE HAD IT AT THE DEALERSHIP WHERE I BOUGHT IT AND THEY NEVER SEEM TO FIND ANYTHING, THEN AGAIN THEY SELDOM DO ANYTHING RIGHT. *TR.Mileage was 36500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z95G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in GRAND JUNCTION, CO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:4WD. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Visibility Defroster/defogger System

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10390156

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 08, 2007.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM . ANYTIME I TURN THE AIR ON IN MY 2005 CHEVY AVALANCHE IT MAKES A HIGH PITCH SCREAMING SOUND. I HAVE HAD TWO BLOWER MOTORS INSTALLED AND IT IS IN NEED OF A THIRD. THIS SOUND IS STILL PRESENT EVEN AFTER I HAVE HAD THE NEW MOTORS INSTALLED. I HAVE HAD ONE MECHANIC SAY THEIR IS A CRACK IN THE PLENUM BOX AND IT WOULD TAKE 11 1/2 HOURS TO REPAIR AND COST $ 1700. THIS IS THE ONLY QUOTE I HAVE HAD SO FAR. I HAVE HAD IT AT THE DEALERSHIP WHERE I BOUGHT IT AND THEY NEVER SEEM TO FIND ANYTHING, THEN AGAIN THEY SELDOM DO ANYTHING RIGHT. *TR.Mileage was 36500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z95G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in GRAND JUNCTION, CO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:4WD. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Electrical System

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10392270

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 28, 2011.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . SPEEDOMETER STICK, DON'T WORK AND SHOWS WRONG SPEED AT DIFFERENT TIMES. TOOK TO DEALER SAYS THERE WAS A PROBLEM IN 2004 , BUT MINE WAS NOT COVERED IN 2005 AFTER THERE BREAKPOINT ?? STILL NOT FIXED. *TR.Mileage was 58000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z15G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in TAYLOR, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:4WD. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Tires

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10392530

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Mar 19, 2011.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with TIRES . BRAND NEW 3 MONTH OLD GOODYEAR P26570R17 G/Y WRANGLE AT/S OWL TIRE EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING AND FLATTENED WITHIN A MATTER OF MINUTES. THE BELTS WERE ON FIRE INSIDE, AND THE TIRE WAS BUBBLING AND BURSTING OFROM THE INSIDE OUT...WHEN POLICE CAME AFTER CALLING FOR FEAR OF A FIRE, THEY SAID TIRE WAS ON FIRE FROM THE INSIDE AND WAS NOT DRIVABLE...WAITED 1 HOUR FOR TIRE TO COOL DOWN BEFORE ROAD SERVICE COULD BEGIN TO CHANGE TIRE...REPORTED TO GOODYEAR AND THE TIRE PLACE WHERE WE PURCHASED WOULD NOT GIVE A NEW TIRE..MADE US PURCHASE A NEW TIRE AT 50% OFF WHEN THE TIRE WAS ONLY 3 MONTHS OLD....COMPLAINED TO GOODYAR CUSTOMERS SERVICE AND HE DIDN'T CARE OR WANT TO HELP US.. SIDED WITH DEALERSHIP...SOMEONE SHOULD INVESTIGATE THE TIRES...NEVER HAD A DEFECTIVE TIRE..ACCORDING TO DEALERSHIP THIS WAS A PUNCTURED FAST LEAK WHICH CAUSED THE TIRE TO EXPLODE AND BURN..THIS WOULD NOT HAVE HAPPENED WITH SLOW LEAK...BUT THEN WHY WAS IT ON FIRE INSIDE OF TIRE BULGING OUT BIG ROUND HOT BUBBLES AROUND RIM, AND THE ROAD SERVICE WOULDN'T TOUCH FOR AN HOUR????? *TR.Vehicle was on fire. Mileage was 177850 miles. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in JOHNSBURG, IL. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Fuel System, Gasoline

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10402272

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 20, 2011.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . DRIVING HOME I STARTED TO SMELL GAS IN THE CAB OF THE TRUCK. AFTER THE TRUCK WAS PARKED I FOUND GAS ON THE GROUND UNDER THE ENGINE. WHEN I HAD A MECHANIC LOOK AT THE PROBLEM HE FOUND THAT THE FACTORY INSTALLED FUEL LINES WERE TOUCHING AND HAD RUB A HOLE IN THE FUEL LINES AND WERE LEAKING GAS ON THE ENGINE ALSO THE E85 SENSOR MODULE WAS CRACKED AND LEAKING GAS. NO FUEL LINE PARTS WERE AVAILABLE FOR THE REPAIR. I WAS TOLD NOT TO USE THE TRUCK AS THE LEAK COULD CAUSE A FIRE. THIS TO ME IS A BIG PROBLEM AS THEIR IS NO WARNING. *TR.Mileage was 112900 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z35G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in EDEN PRAIRIE, MN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:4WD.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Air Bags

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10405583

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on June 07, 2011.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with AIR BAGS . AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT IS ON. *TR.Mileage was 92000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z75G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in WEBSTER, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:4WD. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Visibility Defroster/defogger System

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10435266

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 27, 2011.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM . OWNER WAS DRIVING, ATTEMPTED TO TURN UP HVAC FAN TO HIGHER SPEED BUT NOTICED THAT FAN WOULD NOT INCREASE SPEED AND STAYED ON THE LOW SPEED. THEN STARTED TO SMELL SMOKE. PULLED OVER, SHUT TRUCK OFF BUT NOTICED HVAC BLOWER FAN WAS STILL RUNNING ON LOW SPEED. SAW FIRE INSIDE RIGHT SIDE OF DASH. FIRE ORIGINATED INSIDE RIGHT SIDE OF DASH AT LOCATION OF BLOWER MOTOR AND RESISTOR COMPONENTS. *TR.Vehicle was on fire. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in SEEKONK, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Electrical System

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10435266

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 27, 2011.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . OWNER WAS DRIVING, ATTEMPTED TO TURN UP HVAC FAN TO HIGHER SPEED BUT NOTICED THAT FAN WOULD NOT INCREASE SPEED AND STAYED ON THE LOW SPEED. THEN STARTED TO SMELL SMOKE. PULLED OVER, SHUT TRUCK OFF BUT NOTICED HVAC BLOWER FAN WAS STILL RUNNING ON LOW SPEED. SAW FIRE INSIDE RIGHT SIDE OF DASH. FIRE ORIGINATED INSIDE RIGHT SIDE OF DASH AT LOCATION OF BLOWER MOTOR AND RESISTOR COMPONENTS. *TR.Vehicle was on fire. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in SEEKONK, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Vehicle Speed Control

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10439010

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 07, 2011.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . TRAVELING HOME FROM WORK ON THE INTERSTATE AT REGULATED SPEED (65MPH). AS I STARTED TO ACCELERATE TO MAINTAIN SPEED GINGO UP A HILL, THE MESSAGE "TRANSMISSION HOT" CAME ON THE IN-DASH DISPLAY AND ENGINE BEGAN REVVING AS IF NOT IN GEAR. I COULD NOT ACCELERATE AND HAD TO TURN ON FLASHERS AND MERGE TO SAFETY LANE ON RIGHT. I CONTINUED TO SLOW DOWN UNTIL I COULD ENGAGE THE TRANSMISSION AGAIN AT AROUND 30 MPH IN 3RD GEAR. AS SOON AS I STARTED TO ACCELERATE PAST 35-40 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION SLIPPED AGAIN AND WOULD NOT ENGAGE ANY GEAR. THIS HAPPENED ALL THE WAY HOME SO WHAT SHOULD HAVE BEEN A 20 MINUTE DRIVE TURNED INTO AN HOUR. I COULDN'T GET ABOVE 35-45 MPH WITHOUT THIS HAPPENING EACH TIME WHICH MADE NAVIGATING THE HILLS OF NORTHERN VA IN THE RAIN NOT VERY FUN FOR ME NOR THE HUNDREDS OF FRUSTRATED DRIVERS BEHIND AND BESIDE ME. AS I PULLED INTO THE DRIVEWAY AND PARKED, I COULD NOTICE A 'BURNT AND SOUR" SMELL...MOST LIKELY TRANSMISSION FLUID. I DIDN'T SEE ANY LEAKS OR DRIPS BUT THE ENGINE WAS EXTREMELY HOT AS WAS TRANSMISSION AND TRANSFER CASE. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING OFF AND ON FOR A FEW MONTHS NOW BUT IN VERY LIMITED OCCASIONS AND NEVER FOR MORE THAN 10-20 SECONDS SO I HAVEN'T CONTACTED A SERVICE STATION BUT WILL DEFINITELY DO SO THIS WEEKEND AS I AM UNABLE TO LEAVE WORK DURING THE WEEK FOR THIS ISSUE. *TR.Mileage was 78000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z05G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in WOODBRIDGE, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Power Train

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10439010

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 07, 2011.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN . TRAVELING HOME FROM WORK ON THE INTERSTATE AT REGULATED SPEED (65MPH). AS I STARTED TO ACCELERATE TO MAINTAIN SPEED GINGO UP A HILL, THE MESSAGE "TRANSMISSION HOT" CAME ON THE IN-DASH DISPLAY AND ENGINE BEGAN REVVING AS IF NOT IN GEAR. I COULD NOT ACCELERATE AND HAD TO TURN ON FLASHERS AND MERGE TO SAFETY LANE ON RIGHT. I CONTINUED TO SLOW DOWN UNTIL I COULD ENGAGE THE TRANSMISSION AGAIN AT AROUND 30 MPH IN 3RD GEAR. AS SOON AS I STARTED TO ACCELERATE PAST 35-40 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION SLIPPED AGAIN AND WOULD NOT ENGAGE ANY GEAR. THIS HAPPENED ALL THE WAY HOME SO WHAT SHOULD HAVE BEEN A 20 MINUTE DRIVE TURNED INTO AN HOUR. I COULDN'T GET ABOVE 35-45 MPH WITHOUT THIS HAPPENING EACH TIME WHICH MADE NAVIGATING THE HILLS OF NORTHERN VA IN THE RAIN NOT VERY FUN FOR ME NOR THE HUNDREDS OF FRUSTRATED DRIVERS BEHIND AND BESIDE ME. AS I PULLED INTO THE DRIVEWAY AND PARKED, I COULD NOTICE A 'BURNT AND SOUR" SMELL...MOST LIKELY TRANSMISSION FLUID. I DIDN'T SEE ANY LEAKS OR DRIPS BUT THE ENGINE WAS EXTREMELY HOT AS WAS TRANSMISSION AND TRANSFER CASE. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING OFF AND ON FOR A FEW MONTHS NOW BUT IN VERY LIMITED OCCASIONS AND NEVER FOR MORE THAN 10-20 SECONDS SO I HAVEN'T CONTACTED A SERVICE STATION BUT WILL DEFINITELY DO SO THIS WEEKEND AS I AM UNABLE TO LEAVE WORK DURING THE WEEK FOR THIS ISSUE. *TR.Mileage was 78000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z05G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in WOODBRIDGE, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Engine And Engine Cooling

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10439010

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 07, 2011.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . TRAVELING HOME FROM WORK ON THE INTERSTATE AT REGULATED SPEED (65MPH). AS I STARTED TO ACCELERATE TO MAINTAIN SPEED GINGO UP A HILL, THE MESSAGE "TRANSMISSION HOT" CAME ON THE IN-DASH DISPLAY AND ENGINE BEGAN REVVING AS IF NOT IN GEAR. I COULD NOT ACCELERATE AND HAD TO TURN ON FLASHERS AND MERGE TO SAFETY LANE ON RIGHT. I CONTINUED TO SLOW DOWN UNTIL I COULD ENGAGE THE TRANSMISSION AGAIN AT AROUND 30 MPH IN 3RD GEAR. AS SOON AS I STARTED TO ACCELERATE PAST 35-40 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION SLIPPED AGAIN AND WOULD NOT ENGAGE ANY GEAR. THIS HAPPENED ALL THE WAY HOME SO WHAT SHOULD HAVE BEEN A 20 MINUTE DRIVE TURNED INTO AN HOUR. I COULDN'T GET ABOVE 35-45 MPH WITHOUT THIS HAPPENING EACH TIME WHICH MADE NAVIGATING THE HILLS OF NORTHERN VA IN THE RAIN NOT VERY FUN FOR ME NOR THE HUNDREDS OF FRUSTRATED DRIVERS BEHIND AND BESIDE ME. AS I PULLED INTO THE DRIVEWAY AND PARKED, I COULD NOTICE A 'BURNT AND SOUR" SMELL...MOST LIKELY TRANSMISSION FLUID. I DIDN'T SEE ANY LEAKS OR DRIPS BUT THE ENGINE WAS EXTREMELY HOT AS WAS TRANSMISSION AND TRANSFER CASE. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING OFF AND ON FOR A FEW MONTHS NOW BUT IN VERY LIMITED OCCASIONS AND NEVER FOR MORE THAN 10-20 SECONDS SO I HAVEN'T CONTACTED A SERVICE STATION BUT WILL DEFINITELY DO SO THIS WEEKEND AS I AM UNABLE TO LEAVE WORK DURING THE WEEK FOR THIS ISSUE. *TR.Mileage was 78000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z05G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in WOODBRIDGE, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Electrical System

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10439693

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 13, 2011.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . AFTER STARTING THE TRUCK AND TURNING ON THE AC THE DRIVER SIDE WAS PUSHING HOT AIR WHILE THE PASSENGER SIDE WAS COOL. THIS PROBLEM HAS OCCURRED SEVERAL TIMES OVER THE PAST FEW MONTHS THE ONLY WAY TO CLEAR THE ERROR WAS TO RESTART THE TRUCK. I HAVE NOT BROUGHT THE ISSUE TO THE DEALER AS IT HAPPENS SO IN FREQUENTLY. *TR.Mileage was 100000 miles. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in CONROE, TX. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10442972

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Dec 20, 2009.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . 2005 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500. CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE LOSS DUE TO ELECTRICAL INSTRUMENT PANEL WIRE HARNESS FIRE IN FUSE BOX *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED HE RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER IN SEPTEMBER 2011 REGARDING THE BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR WHICH COULD POTENTIALLY CATCH FIRE. .Vehicle was on fire. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z95G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20041127. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 drive type:4WD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL. DEALER'S NAME: ELKINS CHEVROLET . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 313-665-3376 . DEALER'S CITY: MARLTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NJ. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 08053 .
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Power Train

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10443360

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 12, 2011.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN . WENT TO PULL OUT OF A PARKING LOT, GAVE IT A LITTLE GAS AND NOTHING. ENGINE IDLED UP BUT IT WOULD NOT MOVE. WENT DOWN THROUGH THE GEARS BUT STILL WOULD NOT MOVE. HAD TO PUT IT IN REVERSE AND BACK INTO A PARKING SPACE AND CALLED A TOW TRUCK. $2900 DOLLARS LATER THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED WITH GENUINE GM REBUILT TRANSMISSION. *TR.Mileage was 81000 miles. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in DUBOIS, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10444802

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Jan 22, 2012.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN . CLUNK WHEN GOING INTO DRIVE, ALSO SHIFTS HARD WHEN DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. *TR.Mileage was 45000 miles. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in GREENVILLE, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Fuel System, Gasoline

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10457371

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 02, 2012.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE AT A COMPLETE STOP THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL. THE CONTACT THEN NOTICED THERE WAS A FUEL ODOR COMING FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR. AN AUTHORIZED DEALER STATED THAT THE FUEL LINES WERE CROSSED ABOVE THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER CAUSING THE THEM TO RUB AND FUEL TO LEAK FROM THE FUEL LINES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 132,000. UPDATED 05/31/12*LJ.Mileage was 132000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z65G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in EDISTO ISLAND, SC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Service Brakes

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10459959

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on May 28, 2012.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . STEPPED ON THE BRAKES TO STOP FOR A STOP SIGN AT A MAJOR INTERSECTION AND MY BRAKE PEDAL WAS GOOD A FIRST THEN COMPLETELY SUNK TO THE FLOOR. THE TRUCK STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE INTERSECTION THAT WAS THANKFULLY VOID OF TRAFFIC. MY WIFE AND I WERE A BIT SHOOK UP. IT COULD EASILY BEEN WORSE. WE CAREFULLY TRAVELED TO THE NEAREST SERVICE STATION AND WERE LUCKY TO GET FLATBEDDED TO A LOCAL CHEVROLET DEALER. MEMORIAL DAY 4PM IN GEORGIA, I DID NOT HAVE HIGH HOPES. THE SERVICE PEOPLE EXAMINED THE TRUCK AND IT WAS APPARENT THAT MY TRUCK HAD CATASTROPHIC FAILURE OF THE BRAKE LINES. I THOUGHT IT WAS A MASTER CYLINDER DUE TO THE COMPLETE LOSS OF FLUID. WHILE WE WAITED FOR TOW TRUCK I PURCHASED BRAKE FLUID AND FILLED MY COMPLETELY EMPTY RESERVOIR, HAD MY WIFE STEP ON THE BRAKE AS I WATCHED THE FLUID JUST POUR OUT FROM THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE AREA NEAR THE FRAME. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 90000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z15G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in HILTON HEAD, SC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Fuel System, Gasoline

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10466221

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on July 13, 2012.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by GENERAL MOTORS LLC had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . I HAVE A 2005 AVALANCHE THAT I WAS DRIVING TO WORK AND I STARTED TO SMELL GAS IN THE CAB OF THE TRUCK. WHEN I ARRIVED AT WORK A CO WORKER CAME OVER AND STATED YOUR TRUCK IS LEAKING FLUID. I GOT OUT OF THE TRUCK AND IT WAS LEAKING GAS ALL OVER THE GROUND. I HAD JUST FILLED UP THE TANK AND IT WAS A LITTLE OVER 1/4 FILLED. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION AFTER THE LINES DRIED I NOTICED A HOLE IN THE FUEL LINES. IT LOOKED LIKE IT HAD RUBBED TOGETHER WITH ANOTHER LINE AND CAUSING A HOLE. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 106808 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12ZX5G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in FOUNTAIN, CO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Electrical System Instrument Panel

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10486018

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 19, 2012.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL . WHILE TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH THE SPEEDOMETER SHOWED 72 MPH. I SEE A RECALL FOR 2005 AVALANCHE BUT MY VIN NUMBER DOES NOT QUALIFY. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 67000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z65G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in DUNKIRK, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Structure Body

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10498342

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Feb 07, 2013.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . THE LOCK ON THE TAILGATE BECAME DIFFICULT TO LOCK. THEN, A WEEK LATER WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH DOWN A CITY STREET, THE TAILGATE DROPPED OPEN. WHEN I TRIED CLOSING IT, THE LEFT SIDE WOULD NOT LATCH. THE TAILGATE HANDLE WAS REPLACED A WEEK LATER. THIS WAS THE SECOND TIME THIS PART WAS REPLACED. THIS SAME THING HAPPENED IN 2008 WHEN IT WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 92092 miles. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in MARINE CITY, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Fuel/propulsion System

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10507194

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Apr 04, 2013.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM . DRIVING HOME FROM WORK, I NOTICE A RAW GAS SMELL. PULLED INTO MY DRIVEWAY, LEFT THE TRUCK RUNNING AND GOT OUT TO SEE WHAT WAS GOING ON. LOOKED UNDER THE VEHICLE AND SAW GAS POURING OUT. STOPPED THE ENGINE AND GOT UNDER THE TRUCK FOR A CLOSER LOOK. UPON INSPECTION, I NOTICED THAT THE TWO PLASTIC BRAID OVER RUBBER FUEL LINES WERE COILED OVER EACH OTHER CAUSING THEM TO RUB, WEAR AWAY THE PLASTIC BRAID AND RUB THE RUBBER HOSE TO THE POINT OF CREATING A HOLE. THIS IS WHERE THE GAS WAS SPRAYING OUT FROM, RIGHT NEAT TO THE EXHAUST PIPE! I IMMEDIATELY GOT OUT FROM UNDER THE TRUCK FOR FEAR THAT IT MIGHT IGNITE. LOOKED ON-LINE AND SAW MULTIPLE COMPLAINTS EXACTLY WHAT I FOUND ON MY INSPECTION! *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 81194 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z45G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in LITCHFIELD, NH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Power Train

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10536406

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Aug 08, 2013.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN . WHILE DRIVING ON A 1200 MILE TRIP, THE MESSAGE "SERVICE 4WD" APPEARED AND MY 2WD YELLOW INDICATOR LIGHT WENT OUT. I CALLED ONSTAR AND THEY PERFORMED A SYSTEM DIAG. COULD NOT PULL ANY CODES, SO THEY CONNECTED ME WITH GM. THE CUSTOMER SERVICE PERSON AT GM TOLD ME TO RESET THE WARNING LIGHT AND IF IT CAME ON AGAIN TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO A CHEVY DEALERSHIP. THE NEXT DAY THE LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN AND I TOOK IT TO A DEALERSHIP. THEY WANTED $990.00 TO FIX THE PROBLEM. I DID NOT HAVE THAT KIND OF MONEY WHILE ON MY TRIP. THEY ALSO WOULD NOT VERIFY IF THE VEHICLE WAS SAFE TO TAKE ON A 1200 MILE TRIP BACK HOME. TODAY (3 DAYS LATER, AND AFTER I DROVE ANOTHER 1200 MILES BACK HOME), THE SERVICE 4WD LIGHT IS BACK ON AND NOW A RED LIGHT IS SHOWING IN THE NEUTRAL POSITION OF THE TRANSFER CASE. I LOOKED IN THE OWNERS MANUAL HOW TO GET THE TRUCK OUT OF THE NEUTRAL POSITION IN THE TRANSFER CASE AND PERFORMED THESE ACTIONS. NOT SURE WHAT WILL HAPPEN TOMORROW WITH THE TRUCK. IN MY OPINION, THIS SHOULD HAVE BEEN AN OPEN RECALL AS I HAVE NOTICED MANY OTHER AVALANCHE OWNERS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. MY CONFIDENCE IS SHAKEN NOW WITH MY GM TRUCK. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 94600 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z15G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in VERO BEACH, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Service Brakes

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10542836

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Sept 07, 2013.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . THE BRAKING SYSTEM FAILED DUE TO BRAKE LINE CORROSION. ALTHOUGH THE VEHICLE IS 8 YEARS OLD, IT IS VERY WELL MAINTAINED AND ONLY HAS 14973 ORIGINAL MILES. ALL OF THE BRAKE LINES ON THE VEHICLE NEED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO SEVERE CORROSION. GM REFUSES TO ACKNOWLEDGE A DESIGN FLAW AND REFUSES TO OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE IN REPLACING THE BRAKE LINES. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 14973 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z45G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in BOW, NH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Fuel System, Gasoline

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10550851

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Nov 21, 2012.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE . I HAVE 2005 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE..I'D BEEN SMELLING GAS EVERYDAY I DROVE THE TRUCK FOR ABOUT A WEEK. I LEFT WORK AND MADE IT HOME ONE DAY AND GAS WAS LEAKING ALL OVER THE DRIVE WAY. I CHECKED FOR RECALLS AND THERE IS A RECALL FOR THE YEAR, MAKE AND MODEL, BUT THE RECALL DOES NOT APPLY TO MY VIN ACCORDING TO GM. I WILL NEED TO HAVE THE TRUCK TOWED FOR REPAIRS BECAUSE IT IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE TO A GM DEALERSHIP. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 160000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z35G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in WILMER, AL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.
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CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 Fuel/propulsion System

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 Safety Review #10553320

CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005 car safety problem was reported on Oct 08, 2013.CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500 2005, manufactured by General Motors LLC had a problem with FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM . VEHICLE RUNNING FINE AND NO WARNING LIGHTS - NOTICED FUEL SMELL IN GARAGE AND TOOK IN FOR OIL CHANGE AND SEE WHAT'S UP - FOUND THE ENTIRE TOP OF THE FUEL TANK WAS A PUDDLE OF FUEL AND WAS RUNNING DOWN SIDES. HAD THE TANK DROPPED AND FOUND THE TOP OF THE FUEL PUMP WAS ROTTED AWAY WHERE THE PRESSURE AND RETURN LINES EXIT PUMP AND BEFORE THEY ATTACH TO THE PLASTIC FUEL LINES. ONLY LEAKS WHEN VEHICLE RUNNING SO HAD NO SPOTS IN GARAGE BUT WAS LEAKING ALOT WHILE DRIVING - 25 MILE DRIVE TO SHOP USED 7 GALLONS OF FUEL. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 106226 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):3GNEK12Z05G. Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 problem was reported in PERRY, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 8 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2005 systems


Air Bags 6 Review(s)

Air Bags Frontal 1 Review(s)

Electrical System 17 Review(s)

Electrical System Instrument Panel 24 Review(s)

Engine And Engine Cooling 2 Review(s)

Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System 1 Review(s)

Equipment 1 Review(s)

Equipment Electrical Air Conditioner 1 Review(s)

Fuel System, Gasoline 6 Review(s)

Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery 1 Review(s)

Fuel System, Other 1 Review(s)

Fuel/propulsion System 2 Review(s)

Latches/locks/linkages 1 Review(s)

Other 2 Review(s)

Power Train 4 Review(s)

Power Train Automatic Transmission 5 Review(s)

Power Train Driveline 3 Review(s)

Seat Belts Front 1 Review(s)

Service Brakes 2 Review(s)

Service Brakes, Hydraulic 2 Review(s)

Steering 8 Review(s)

Steering Column 1 Review(s)

Steering Gear Box Shaft Sector 2 Review(s)

Structure 1 Review(s)

Structure Body 1 Review(s)

Suspension 1 Review(s)

Tires 3 Review(s)

Tires Sidewall 1 Review(s)

Tires Temporary/emergency Spare Tire 2 Review(s)

Tires Tread/belt 2 Review(s)

Unknown Or Other 1 Review(s)

Vehicle Speed Control 2 Review(s)

Visibility 1 Review(s)

Visibility Defroster/defogger System 3 Review(s)

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