2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500: 1 recall, 29 owner complaints and up to 17 mpg combined.
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Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Transmission & drivetrain, Steering Vehicle recall #13V001000 · 2013 · 54,686 vehicles
What's wrong: 102, "transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect", and fmvss no. 114, "theft protection and rollaway prevention." the vehicles May have been built with a fractured park lock cable or a malformed steering column lock actuator gear in the lock module assembly.
Why it matters: As a result, the vehicle May shift from park with the ignition key removed or the ignition key in the off position. The vehicle May also shift out of park without application of the brake pedal while the key is off. Either of these scenarios May cause the vehicle to roll away after the driver has…
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the affected vehicles and replace the steering column as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 21, 2013. Chevrolet owners May call 1-800-630-2438. Cadillac owners May call 1-866-982-2339. Gmc owners May call 1-866-996-9463.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Other / unknown (11): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Body & structure (8): the most common themes are door / lock issues (2).
- Airbags (6): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Steering (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 has 29 owner complaints, ranking #8 of 12 Avalanche 1500 model years for complaints (well below the 75 average). Complaints peaked in 2016 (9 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 49,688 miles. Neighboring years: 2012 (16 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 21 | 17 | Gasoline or E85 |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 21 | 17 | Gasoline or E85 |
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FAQ
Does the 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 problems?
Owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are other / unknown (11), body & structure (8), airbags (6).
What gas mileage does the 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 get?
EPA ratings run up to 17 mpg combined (5.3 L, Automatic 6-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.