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2008 Chevrolet Avalanche repairs by problem area

Engine (29%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (39%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (6%)

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2008 Chevrolet Avalanche repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (4%)

$500 - $999 (8%)

$100 - $499 (35%)

< $100 (54%)

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Chart based on 26 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 4dr SUT

366-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

Chevrolet Avalanche in Michigan, United States
Jan 2010 - Apr 2017
May 2011

35000 mi
No oil pressure. Something was clogged near the oil pan. Dealer suggested a 30000 mile 4 wheel drive inspection as well. Probably should have skipped that part! Check engine light was on. Something to do with EVAP code and gas cap needed replacing. 
Jan 2016

US $543
Oil pressure sensor needed replacing. 

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2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 4dr SUT

320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

Chevrolet Avalanche in California, United States
Feb 2009 - Dec 2012
Jun 2009

10000 mi
new vibration and low noise coming from right front, only after driving on the freeway for a while. Was told that the tech didn't hear anything that needed looked at. 
Jan 2010

34300 mi
slight vibration in gas pedal at 70-75. Required rebalancing drive shaft. 
Mar 2010

21000 mi
Oil filter adapter was leaking. 
Jun 2010

26000 mi
seal around rear removable window failed, causing rear window defroster to stop working and possibly letting in water (which hasn't happened yet). new window ordered. 
Sep 2010

26000 mi
passenger door would no longer reliably unlock with the FOB. they replaced the actuator. 
Jul 2011

35000 mi
knocking noise in right front wheel when turning. shop unable to duplicate. 
Dec 2011

38000 mi
interior sunvisor clip broke. 

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2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 4dr SUT

320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

Chevrolet Avalanche in Kentucky, United States
Oct 2014 - Dec 2014
Nov 2014

85000 mi

US $329
Replaced left rear and right front TPMS sensors.  Also replaced park sensors #2 and #3. 
Chevrolet Avalanche in Alabama, United States
Dec 2015 - Jan 2018
Aug 2016

115400 mi

US $135
Replaced left CV joint 
Chevrolet Avalanche in Arkansas, United States
May 2012 - Jul 2013
May 2013

68400 mi
Replaced 1 spark plug. 
Chevrolet Avalanche in Alberta, Canada
Jun 2010 - Mar 2013
Aug 2010

29760 mi
Keyless lock modulator malfuntioned and replaced under warranty. 
Jun 2011

34100 mi

C $100
Door Lock Actuator Replaced 
Sep 2012

44640 mi

C $100
faulty fuel pump replaced steering linkage failed 
Oct 2012

45240 mi

C $300
transmission cooler lines leaking, replaced factory transmission cooler lines with oem parts. 
Chevrolet Avalanche in Washington, United States
Feb 2009 - Sep 2015
Dec 2013

71000 mi

US $2200
Oil pump failed, coolant pump failed, various sensors failed and replaced. 
May 2014

72900 mi

US $550
Serpentine belt worn/frayed -- replaced. Not starting reliably -- replaced battery. 
Mar 2015

77000 mi

US $250
Corrosion in fuse box. 
Jun 2015

79000 mi

US $250
Complete fritz out of electrical systems (from climate controls, door locks, to traction control system) while cruising at highway speed. Truck died and would not restart. 
Jul 2015

79000 mi

US $5
Repeat of problem from June Complete fritz out of electrical systems, while cruising at highway speed. Truck died and would not restart. Replaced the main 175A fuse ($5 :-), cleaned and tightened various connections leading to the positive battery cable. 
Chevrolet Avalanche in Ohio, United States
Aug 2009 - Mar 2010
Sep 2009

33000 mi
Front rubber body mount shims replaced. 
Chevrolet Avalanche in Pennsylvania, United States
Sep 2011 - Jun 2012
Feb 2012

43000 mi

US $350
Interior light switch in drivers door replaced Locking mechanism in passenger door replaced. Automatic locks quit working. Brake switch on cruise control failed causing cruise control not to work. Switch replaced. Oxygen sensor replaced. 
Apr 2012

48000 mi
Left front wheel bearing replaced 

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