Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 4WD

20022013 · 14 configurations

Lowest
13
Average
15
Best
17

The Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 4WD has been tested by the EPA across 14 different configurations spanning model years 2002 through 2013. Over this period, the Avalanche 1500 4WD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 13 MPG to 17 MPG, with an overall average of 15 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2013
17
2012
17
2011
17
2008
16
2007
16
2006
14
2005
14
2004
14
2003
14
2002
13

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Avalanche 1500 4WD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 4WD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Chevrolet Chevrolet Avalanche grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
1,033
Total Deaths
508

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
23.8%
Fire Occurrence
3.0%
Speeding Involved
17.7%
DUI Involved
20.6%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

81%
Front
12%
Side
7%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes101
Fatalities
47
Deaths/Crash
0.47
2022
Fatal Crashes104
Fatalities
63
Deaths/Crash
0.61
2021
Fatal Crashes123
Fatalities
60
Deaths/Crash
0.49
2020
Fatal Crashes98
Fatalities
60
Deaths/Crash
0.61
2019
Fatal Crashes103
Fatalities
61
Deaths/Crash
0.59
2018
Fatal Crashes108
Fatalities
39
Deaths/Crash
0.36
2017
Fatal Crashes109
Fatalities
53
Deaths/Crash
0.49
2016
Fatal Crashes99
Fatalities
39
Deaths/Crash
0.39
2015
Fatal Crashes98
Fatalities
39
Deaths/Crash
0.40
2014
Fatal Crashes90
Fatalities
47
Deaths/Crash
0.52

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

2013
2
2012
1
2011
4
2007
8
2006
1
2005
1
2004
2
2003
3
2002
5
Critical
Moderate
Advisory