2001 Chevrolet Chevy VAN

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2001 Chevrolet Chevy VAN
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:47:55.617Z

Only 13 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 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Chevy VAN Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 1984: 1 complaints 1984 1985: 1 complaints 1987: 1 complaints 1987 1988: 1 complaints 1989: 1 complaints 1989 1990: 3 complaints 1993: 6 complaints 1993 1994: 5 complaints 1995: 7 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1997: 12 complaints 1997 1998: 10 complaints 1999: 12 complaints 1999 2000: 7 complaints 2001: 13 complaints 2001 2003: 10 complaints 2003
2001: 13 complaints
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YearComplaints
19841
19851
19871
19881
19891
19903
19936
19945
19957
19962
199712
199810
199912
20007
200113
200310

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 13 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

AIR BAGS

3 of 13 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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I WAS A PASSENGER IN MY OWN VEHICLE AND WE WERE GOING THE SPEED LIMIT EAST BOUND. ANOTHER CAR CAME OUT INFRONT OF MY VEHICLE AND AS WE APPROACHED THE INTERSECTION WE STRUCK THE OTHER VEHICLE AS THERE WAS NO OTHER CHOICE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150605

ENTIRE DASHBOARD HAS CRACKED INCLUDING THE AREA AROUND THE PASSENGER AIRBAG. THIS IS A 2010 CHEVY SILVERADO PICKUP TRUCK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20170805

STEERING

2 of 13 total reports mention: steering.

CRASH INJURY
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STEERING FROZE SUDDENLY AND TRUCK WENT OUT OF CONTROL AND SIDESWIPED TREES ALONG THE ROAD. TRUCK STEERING ALTERNATELY PERFORMS NORMALLY AND THEN SUDDENLY LOCKS UP. *PH

NHTSA ODI report, 20030731

I OWN A 2001 CHEVROLET FULL SIZE VAN. WHILE MAKING A LEFT HAND TURN THE SHAFT ON THE POWER STEERING PUMP BROKE, RESULTING IN VERY DIFFICULT CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE FIRST INCIDENT OCCURRED DECEMBER 5 ,2003.

NHTSA ODI report, 20041220

SUSPENSION

1 of 13 total reports mentions: suspension.

SUSPENSION

1 of 13 total reports mentions: suspension.

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WHEN TRAVELING 40 OR MORE MPH VEHICLE WOULD SWAY/WANDER ACROSS THE ROAD SEVERELY. VEHICLE BEEN TAKEN TO DEALER'S SHOP ON FOUR OCCASIONS, AND DEALER WAS UNABLE TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20011005

STRUCTURE

1 of 13 total reports mentions: structure.

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I RECENTLY PURCHASED A USED (2001) CHEVROLET EXPRESS HIGH-TOP CONVERSION VAN (C1500).

NHTSA ODI report, 20040103

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20040430 — EA (closed 20050228)

HYDRAULIC PUMP FAILRES

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Chevrolet Chevy VAN — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).

FAQ

Is the 2001 Chevrolet Chevy VAN 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 Chevy VAN?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Chevrolet Chevy VAN have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.