Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 AWD

20032004 · 3 configurations

Lowest
13
Average
14
Best
14

The Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 AWD has been tested by the EPA across 3 different configurations spanning model years 2003 through 2004. Over this period, the Avalanche 1500 AWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 13 MPG to 14 MPG, with an overall average of 14 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

2004
14
2003
14

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 AWD) 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 AWD. 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
351
Total Deaths
211

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
30.5%
Fire Occurrence
2.6%
Speeding Involved
21.4%
DUI Involved
20.8%
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 Crashes38
Fatalities
22
Deaths/Crash
0.58
2022
Fatal Crashes40
Fatalities
32
Deaths/Crash
0.80
2021
Fatal Crashes45
Fatalities
30
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2020
Fatal Crashes39
Fatalities
25
Deaths/Crash
0.64
2019
Fatal Crashes33
Fatalities
20
Deaths/Crash
0.61
2018
Fatal Crashes32
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.38
2017
Fatal Crashes41
Fatalities
25
Deaths/Crash
0.61
2016
Fatal Crashes24
Fatalities
15
Deaths/Crash
0.63
2015
Fatal Crashes25
Fatalities
10
Deaths/Crash
0.40
2014
Fatal Crashes34
Fatalities
20
Deaths/Crash
0.59

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

2004
2
2003
7
Critical
Moderate
Advisory