MYRModel Year Report

2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD

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2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD
RENDERED 2026-09-17T03:40:17.951Z

Only 16 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 16 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 Silverado 1500 HD Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 2001: 16 complaints 2001 2002: 22 complaints 2002 2003: 101 complaints 2003 2004: 17 complaints 2004 2005: 26 complaints 2005
2001: 16 complaints
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YearComplaints
200116
200222
2003101
200417
200526

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 16 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES

11 of 16 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH
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WITH NO WARNING THE BRAKE LINES FAILED - AND THE TRUCK HIT A TREE, GOOD NEWS WAS THAT I WAS IN THE DRIVEWAY. THE ENTIRE FRAME IS ROTTED AND MY MECHANIC HAS ADVISED ME NOT TO DRIVE THE TRUCK ANY MORE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20121008

Also filed under STRUCTURE

ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT COMES ON PERIODACALLY

NHTSA ODI report, 20171127

Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

STRUCTURE

2 of 16 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing underbody shields and hinge and attachments.

CRASH
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

2 of 16 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing fuel pump.

CRASH
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2001 CHEVROLET 1500HD FUEL PUMP. MY FUEL PUMP WENT OUT DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY CAUSING MY ENGINE TO DIE AND I LOST POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES. *NM

NHTSA ODI report, 20061012

TIRES

1 of 16 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.

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TIRE FAILURE- ADVENTURER P245/75R16; NO INDICATION OF TIRE STRESS OR LOW PRESSURE. I ROTATE AND CHECK TIRE PRESSURE MONTHLY. PROCEEDING ON I95 IN LAS VEGAS NV 2001 CHEVYROLET SILVERADO TRUCK REAR TIRE LOST THE TREAD AROUND WHOLE TIRE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20070707

SEAT BELTS

1 of 16 total reports mentions: seat belts.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* -THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN IT WAS REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE FORCE OF THE COLLISION CAUSED THE PASSENGER TO STRIKE THE DASHBOARD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SEAT BELT DID NOT RESTRAIN THE PASSENGER.

NHTSA ODI report, 20070110

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (11 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD 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 Silverado 1500 HD?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 69% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD 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.