2001 Chevrolet C/K Pickups
Only 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 52 |
| 1995 | 23 |
| 1996 | 22 |
| 1997 | 72 |
| 1998 | 78 |
| 1999 | 37 |
| 2000 | 34 |
| 2001 | 24 |
| 2002 | 14 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 24 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
10 of 24 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
WAS LOOKING TO PARK IN A SUPER MARKET AND WHEN I SLOWED TO TURN IN AND PRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL IT VIBRATED AND ACTUALLY ATTEMPTED TO SPEED UP SLIGHTLY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150102
4 of 24 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing tie rod assembly and linkages.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
THE STUD COMING OUT OF THE BALL JOINT OF THE TIE ROD SNAPPED AT THE BALL JOINT. DT
NHTSA ODI report, 20021101
Also filed under SUSPENSION
3 of 24 total reports mention: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing latch.
2 of 24 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing hinge and attachments.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I WAS LOADING MY 2001 CHEVY SILVERADO Z71. WHEN BOTH TAIL GATE SUPPORTS BROKE. I FELL OUT OF THE BACK OF MY TRUCK ON MY HEAD LUCKILY I WAS JUST SCRATCHED UP BUT MY TRUCK WAS NOT AS LUCKY I HAVE 1,000 DOLLARS WORTH OF DAMAGE. *LA
NHTSA ODI report, 20031117
2 of 24 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing shock absorber and control arm.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
WHENEVER VEHICLE GOES OVER A BUMP IT WILL BOUNCE ALL OVER THE ROAD. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE IN ON AUGUST 6, 2001 TO GET SHOCK ABSORBERS PUT ON. ON AUGUST 8, 2001 SHOCKABSORBERS WERE STILL NOT ON. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20010810
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
ALLEGED FAILURE OF 2ND ROW SEATBELT ALR
PARKING BRAKE FAILURE
PARKING BRAKE FAILURE
HYDRAULIC PUMP FAILRES
PARKING BRAKE FAILURE
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2001 Chevrolet C/K Pickups — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for latches/locks/linkages issues (3 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2001 Chevrolet C/K Pickups reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Chevrolet C/K Pickups?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 Chevrolet C/K Pickups have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.