MYRModel Year Report

2001 Chevrolet C/K Series

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2001 Chevrolet C/K Series
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:21:54.214Z

Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet C/K Series Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 1993: 2 complaints 1993 1994: 3 complaints 1995: 3 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1997: 4 complaints 1997 1998: 8 complaints 1999: 9 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2001: 4 complaints 2001 2002: 4 complaints 2003: 7 complaints 2003
2001: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
19932
19943
19953
19962
19974
19988
19999
20002
20014
20024
20037

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 4 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

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ACCELERATOR PEDAL STICKS WHEN STEPPING ON IT TO MOVE FORWARD AND THEN WHEN IT RELEASES THE VEHICLE LURCHES FORWARD. THIS HAPPENS ON BOTH OUR 2001 CHEVY SUBURBAN AND OUR 2001 CHEVY SILVERADO ALMOST ALL THE TIME.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20040318

SUSPENSION

1 of 4 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing wheel bearing.

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FRONT PASSENGER WHEEL BEARING ASSEMBLY FAILED AT 33,000 WITH AN OUT OF POCKET COST TO ME OF $300. THIS IS ON A 2001 CHEVROLET SILVERADO EXTENDED CAB. THERE WERE NO CONSEQUENCES OF THE FAILURE AS I HAD IT REPLACED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060516

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes.

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BRAKE LINES RUSTED OUT, RESULTING IN TOTAL LOSS OF BRAKES WHILE IN MOTION. TOTAL LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID. VEHICLE HAD TO BE TOWED - ALL BRAKE LINES REPLACED, AS WELL AS FUEL LINES RUSTED OUT. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20120925

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.

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HAVE HAD THE FOLLOWIN. ENGINE KNOCK GM CLAIMS CAN NOT BE FIXED, HAVE NOW MANY TIMES HARD START OR COMPLETE SHUT DOWN OF ENGINE WHEN DRIVING, HED TO STEER TO PULL OVER. TRUCK NEED TO COOL DOWN THEN RESTARTED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20041210

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20031208 — PE (closed 20040409)

PARKING BRAKE FAILURE

I 20040409 — EA (closed 20050510)

PARKING BRAKE FAILURE

I 20040430 — EA (closed 20050228)

HYDRAULIC PUMP FAILRES

I 20051220 — DP (closed 20060531)

PARKING BRAKE FAILURE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Chevrolet C/K Series — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 Chevrolet C/K Series 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 Series?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Chevrolet C/K Series 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.