MYRModel Year Report

2001 Chevrolet Suburban 2500

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2001 Chevrolet Suburban 2500
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:40:34.298Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
34
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine and engine cooling

32% of complaints

Complaints per year

1994: 5 complaints 1994 1995: 4 complaints 1996: 1 complaint 1997: 1 complaint 1997 1998: 1 complaint 1999: 12 complaints 2000: 7 complaints 2001: 34 complaints 2001 34 2002: 33 complaints 2003: 21 complaints 2003 2004: 20 complaints 2005: 6 complaints 2006: 2 complaints 2006 2008: 7 complaints 2009: 1 complaint 2010: 5 complaints 2010 2011: 7 complaints
1994: 5 complaints 1994 1995: 4 complaints 1996: 1 complaint 1996 1997: 1 complaint 1998: 1 complaint 1998 1999: 12 complaints 2000: 7 complaints 2000 2001: 34 complaints 2001 34 2002: 33 complaints 2002 2003: 21 complaints 2004: 20 complaints 2004 2005: 6 complaints 2006: 2 complaints 2006 2008: 7 complaints 2009: 1 complaint 2009 2010: 5 complaints 2011: 7 complaints 2011
1994: 5 complaints 1994 1995: 4 complaints 1995 1996: 1 complaint 1996 1997: 1 complaint 1997 1998: 1 complaint 1998 1999: 12 complaints 1999 2000: 7 complaints 2000 2001: 34 complaints 2001 34 2002: 33 complaints 2002 2003: 21 complaints 2003 2004: 20 complaints 2004 2005: 6 complaints 2005 2006: 2 complaints 2006 2008: 7 complaints 2008 2009: 1 complaint 2009 2010: 5 complaints 2010 2011: 7 complaints 2011

2001: 34 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19945
19954
19961
19971
19981
199912
20007
200134
200233
200321
200420
20056
20062
20087
20091
20105
20117

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine and engine cooling

32% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

Service brakes

26% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

Show complaint excerpts

Started to leave driveway and experienced a complete brake loss.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-03-12

Brake pedal went to floor. Was able to stop with emerg brake. Dealer says all brake lines are rusted out and must be replaced $2000.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-01-12

Fuel system, gasoline

21% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing fuel pump.

Electrical system

9% · 3 reports
CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

Wiper motor fail. 2001 Suburban 6.0L V8. Wiper motor fail. The wiper motor in my truck always fails. The last time it failed was September 27TH 2010 during a heavy rain storm.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-10-05

Also filed under Visibility

Wife was driving on the freeway in our suburban and the engine shut off without warning. She had to coast over 5 lanes of traffic and get into the emergency lane. Truck started after 4 attempts and worked fine for 2 more days.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-06-29

Visibility

3% · 1 report

Most commonly citing rear window wiper/washer.

CRASH

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    2006-09-14Engineering analysisClosed 2007-11-09 Crank position sensor failure - stall

Buy-smart checklist

2001 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 11 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 9 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 7 reports on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 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 Suburban 2500?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.