2001 Chevrolet Pickup
Only 17 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 17 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 | 11 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1994 | 58 |
| 1995 | 79 |
| 1996 | 60 |
| 1997 | 75 |
| 1998 | 50 |
| 1999 | 39 |
| 2000 | 32 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 10 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 17 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
4 of 17 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT DUE TO THE RIGHT REAR TIRE EXPLODING ON 6/5/2003. FIRESTONE WILDERNESS AT P265/75R16. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20030606
2 of 17 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing frontal.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY IN A HEAD-ON COLLISION THAT OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH. THE OTHER VEHICLE IN THE ACCIDENT WAS TRAVELING 70 MPH.
NHTSA ODI report, 20060629
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20010821
1 of 17 total reports mentions: wheels, most commonly citing rim.
1 of 17 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing exterior.
1 of 17 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing hinge and attachments.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
HYDRAULIC PUMP FAILRES
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2001 Chevrolet Pickup — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for tires issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2001 Chevrolet Pickup 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 Pickup?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 Chevrolet Pickup 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.