2001 Chevrolet Suburban 2500
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 4 |
| 1996 | 1 |
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1998 | 1 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 34 |
| 2002 | 33 |
| 2003 | 21 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 2 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 1 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 7 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
21% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 7 distinct reports on file.
15% of complaints: service brakes — 5 distinct reports on file.
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STARTED TO LEAVE DRIVEWAY AND EXPERIENCED A COMPLETE BRAKE LOSS. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20130312
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. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20130112
12% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 4 distinct reports on file.
12% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 4 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 3 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
CRANK POSITION SENSOR FAILURE - STALL
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2001 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (4 reports on file for this year).
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 21% 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 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.