2001 Chevrolet VAN
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.
- Complaints
- 14
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2001: 14 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 4 |
| 1991 | 4 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 19 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 20 |
| 1996 | 28 |
| 1997 | 27 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 22 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 11 |
Known problem areas
Only 14 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine and engine cooling
6 of 14 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and diesel.
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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, 2005-03-04
2001 Chevrolet 3500. Consumer writes in regards to pump control module failure. *smd the consumer stated when the pump control failed, the VAN stopped running. The first one failed at 30,000 miles and the second pump failed at 77,000.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-08-13
Also filed under Fuel system, diesel
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, 2005-01-09
Service brakes
5 of 14 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Power train
2 of 14 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing torque converter and automatic transmission.
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Intermittent transmission slip- inability to use reverse and/or drive. My 2001 chevy venture has been in for service at my local chvey dealership numerous times for this problem over the past 3-4 months. The vehicle has 22K miles.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-12-17
Exterior lighting
2 of 14 total reports mention: exterior lighting, most commonly citing switch.
Electrical system
2 of 14 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing fuses and circuit breakers and alternator/generator/regulator.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2004-04-30Engineering analysisClosed 2005-02-28 Hydraulic pump failres
Buy-smart checklist
2001 Chevrolet VAN — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
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 engine and engine cooling, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2001 Chevrolet VAN have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.