MYRModel Year Report

2001 Chevrolet VAN

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2001 Chevrolet VAN
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:23:33.258Z

Only 14 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 14 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 VAN Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 1983: 4 complaints 1983 1991: 4 complaints 1992: 8 complaints 1992 1993: 19 complaints 1994: 11 complaints 1994 1995: 20 complaints 1996: 28 complaints 1996 1997: 27 complaints 1998: 16 complaints 1998 1999: 15 complaints 2000: 22 complaints 2000 2001: 14 complaints 2001 2002: 11 complaints 2002
2001: 14 complaints
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YearComplaints
19834
19914
19928
199319
199411
199520
199628
199727
199816
199915
200022
200114
200211

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 14 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

3 of 14 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

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WHILE DRIVING BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR DUE TO A MALFUNCTION WITHIN ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM, WHICH WAS DESIGNED WITH BRAKE LINE LOCATED NEXT TO EXHAUST SYSTEM ,CAUSING BRAKE LINES TO MELT. DEALER HAS YET TO BE CONTATCED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20011127

WHILE DRIVING BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR DUE TO A MALFUNCTION WITHIN BRAKE SYSTEM WHICH WAS A DESIGN FLAW WITHIN BRAKE LINE NEXT TO EXHAUST, CAUSING BRAKE LINE TO MELT. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20011126

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

3 of 14 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

INJURY
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WELL ITS MY FIRST GM. IM A FORD MAN MYSELF BUT MY WIFE WANTED A CHEVY VENTURE SO I GOT HER A 2001. SO FAR IVE HAD THE AC CONDENSER REPLACED AND THE BACK HEAD GASKET IS NOW LEAKING AT 50,000MLS I WISH IT WAS A FORD.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050304

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2 of 14 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

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WHILE DRIVING BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR DUE TO A MALFUNCTION WITHIN ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM, WHICH WAS DESIGNED WITH BRAKE LINE LOCATED NEXT TO EXHAUST SYSTEM ,CAUSING BRAKE LINES TO MELT. DEALER HAS YET TO BE CONTATCED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20011127

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 14 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

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THURSDAY DEC. 30TH OUR 2001 CHEVROLET VENTURE VAN EXPERIENCED A MAJOR COOLANT FAILURE THAT COULD HAVE LEFT MY WIFE AND 3 CHILDREN STRANDED ON THE HIGHWAY. FORTUNATLY THEY WERE CLOSE TO HOME WHE IT HAPPENED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050109

TIRES

1 of 14 total reports mentions: tires.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20040430 — EA (closed 20050228)

HYDRAULIC PUMP FAILRES

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Chevrolet VAN — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 Chevrolet 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 VAN?

The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Chevrolet 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.