MYRModel Year Report

2001 GMC Sierra 1500 HD

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2001 GMC Sierra 1500 HD
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:36:36.681Z

Only 9 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 9 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 Sierra 1500 HD Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 2001: 9 complaints 2001 2002: 9 complaints 2002 2003: 16 complaints 2003 2004: 3 complaints 2004 2005: 11 complaints 2005
2001: 9 complaints
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YearComplaints
20019
20029
200316
20043
200511

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 9 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES

8 of 9 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH
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I WAS TRAVELING CLOSE TO MY HOME AND WAS MAKING A LEFT TURN ON A COUNTRY ROAD. I WENT TO APPLY MY BRAKES WITH NO RESULT. THE PEDDLE WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR. I SHIFTED THE VEHICLE INTO LOW GEAR AND FINALLY MADE IT HOME.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120627

Also filed under FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 GMC SIERRA 1500 HD. THE CONTACT STATED WAS DRIVING10 MPH AND ENTERING A RESIDENTIAL DRIVE-WAY WHEN THE REAR BRAKE LINE FRACTURED, CAUSING ALL BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK AND THE CONTACT TO LOSE BRAKING CONTROL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120530

STRUCTURE

1 of 9 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing underbody shields.

POWER TRAIN

1 of 9 total reports mentions: power train.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 of 9 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 9 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

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FUEL GAUGE READ EMPTY WHEN FULL, HALF THE TIME. GAUGE WILL SHUT OFF THEN COME ON. THIS PROBLEM STARTED 2 YRS AGO WITH ONLY 38,000 MILES. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20080615

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20061018 — fuel system, gasoline

CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURE

Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).

Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 GMC Sierra 1500 HD — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 HD 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 Sierra 1500 HD?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 89% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 HD 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.