2001 GMC Envoy

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2001 GMC Envoy
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:33:38.660Z

Only 5 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 5 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, GMC Envoy Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 1995: 1 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1997: 1 complaints 1997 1998: 19 complaints 1999: 9 complaints 1999 2000: 22 complaints 2001: 5 complaints 2001 2002: 487 complaints 2003: 393 complaints 2003 2004: 367 complaints 2005: 488 complaints 2005 2006: 352 complaints 2007: 219 complaints 2007 2008: 77 complaints 2009: 17 complaints 2009
2001: 5 complaints
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YearComplaints
19951
19962
19971
199819
19999
200022
20015
2002487
2003393
2004367
2005488
2006352
2007219
200877
200917

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 5 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood and horn.

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CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE IN TO HAVE THE BALL JOINTS REPLACED AT THE DEALER. AFTER RECEIVING THE VEHICLE BACK CONSUMER FOUND THAT THE HORN NO LONGER WORKED. ALSO, DEALER EXAMINED THE VEHICLE AIR BAG MODULE WAS DEFECTIVE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20040723

Also filed under SUSPENSION

SUSPENSION

2 of 5 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing upper ball joint and lower ball joint.

VISIBILITY

1 of 5 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing exterior.

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DURING NORMAL OPERATION OF VEHICLE, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ILLUMINATED, AND THEN WENT OFF INTERMITTENTLY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20011115

Also filed under FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE and UNKNOWN OR OTHER

POWER TRAIN

1 of 5 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 5 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20010509 — structure

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACTS." THESE VEHICLES HAVE A CONSOLE COVER/ARMREST CAM L

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CONSOLE LATCH MECHANISM.

Campaign 00V375000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20080228 — RQ (closed 20080709)

HAZARD LIGHT SWITCH FAILURE

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 GMC Envoy — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 00V375000 (structure) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2008 ▲ 2007 ● 2006

WORST YEARS

◆ 2002 ◆ 2005 ● 2003

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FAQ

Is the 2001 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 GMC Envoy have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.