MYRModel Year Report

2001 GMC Sierra 2500

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
2001 GMC Sierra 2500
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:42:44.505Z

This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
134
Recalls
5

Campaigns on file for 2001

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Service brakes

49% of complaints

Complaints per year

1994: 1 complaint 1994 1997: 14 complaints 1998: 15 complaints 1999: 36 complaints 2000: 48 complaints 2001: 134 complaints 2001 134 2002: 134 complaints 2003: 160 complaints 2004: 143 complaints 2005: 115 complaints 2006: 66 complaints 2007: 83 complaints 2008: 63 complaints 2008 2009: 31 complaints 2010: 10 complaints 2011: 63 complaints 2012: 30 complaints 2012 2013: 46 complaints 2014: 30 complaints 2015: 89 complaints 2016: 59 complaints 2016 2017: 37 complaints 2018: 35 complaints 2019: 32 complaints 2020: 79 complaints 2020 2021: 51 complaints 2022: 45 complaints 2023: 32 complaints 2024: 104 complaints 2024 2025: 28 complaints 2026: 14 complaints
1994: 1 complaint 1994 1997: 14 complaints 1998: 15 complaints 1998 1999: 36 complaints 2000: 48 complaints 2001: 134 complaints 2001 134 2002: 134 complaints 2003: 160 complaints 2004: 143 complaints 2004 2005: 115 complaints 2006: 66 complaints 2006 2007: 83 complaints 2008: 63 complaints 2008 2009: 31 complaints 2010: 10 complaints 2010 2011: 63 complaints 2012: 30 complaints 2012 2013: 46 complaints 2014: 30 complaints 2014 2015: 89 complaints 2016: 59 complaints 2016 2017: 37 complaints 2018: 35 complaints 2018 2019: 32 complaints 2020: 79 complaints 2020 2021: 51 complaints 2022: 45 complaints 2022 2023: 32 complaints 2024: 104 complaints 2024 2025: 28 complaints 2026: 14 complaints 2026
1994: 1 complaint 1994 1997: 14 complaints 1998: 15 complaints 1998 1999: 36 complaints 2000: 48 complaints 2001: 134 complaints 2001 134 2002: 134 complaints 2003: 160 complaints 2004: 143 complaints 2004 2005: 115 complaints 2006: 66 complaints 2006 2007: 83 complaints 2008: 63 complaints 2008 2009: 31 complaints 2010: 10 complaints 2010 2011: 63 complaints 2012: 30 complaints 2012 2013: 46 complaints 2014: 30 complaints 2014 2015: 89 complaints 2016: 59 complaints 2016 2017: 37 complaints 2018: 35 complaints 2018 2019: 32 complaints 2020: 79 complaints 2020 2021: 51 complaints 2022: 45 complaints 2022 2023: 32 complaints 2024: 104 complaints 2024 2025: 28 complaints 2026: 14 complaints 2026

2001: 134 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19941
199714
199815
199936
200048
2001134
2002134
2003160
2004143
2005115
200666
200783
200863
200931
201010
201163
201230
201346
201430
201589
201659
201737
201835
201932
202079
202151
202245
202332
2024104
202528
202614

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Service brakes

49% · 66 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

CRASHINJURY

Engine and engine cooling

16% · 22 reports

Most commonly citing exhaust system and gasoline.

Tires

9% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing tread/belt and sidewall.

INJURY
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Firestone steeltex R4SII tread separation of two tires within four days .

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-06-05

Right/ rear firestone steel-tex tire , size: LT245/75R16, DOT: VN11V1C4800 is starting to show signs of deformation in sidewall. Tire is original equipment , and has approximately 7,000 miles on it.

NHTSA ODI report, 2001-10-25

Steering

8% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing pump and hydraulic power assist system.

CRASHINJURY
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First power steering and hydroboost lines rusts through. Brake lines ruptures in crash due to accident. GM needs to recall their trucks and fix the problem of there faulty rustly brake and power steering system lines.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-04-12

Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic and structure

Owner was driving when vehicle slightly went off the road. Once vehicle resumed normal operations spindle broke, causing it to lose control and roll over four times. Please describe details.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-09

Also filed under Suspension

When starting up vehicle consumer can here knocking noises coming from motor. Also rattling noise coming from under vehicle. Dealer notified. *ak the engine knocks when starting cold. Rear passenger side door makes noise.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-08-06

Engine

6% · 8 reports
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Fuel is dumping into injectors. 2001 GMC Sierra 2500 diesel. Only has 135,000 miles!! Engine boggs down when climbing hill, bridge, or towing.

NHTSA ODI report, 2021-01-25

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 GMC Sierra 2500. While driving various speeds, the engine suddenly lost compression and the vehicle failed to accelerate properly.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-23

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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    2001Complaint volume 134 complaints filed for this model year.
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    2001-05-31Equipment01V125000 Vehicle description: certain 2-wheel drive pickup trucks fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS No. 120, "Tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." The problem was…

    Remedy: Owners will be provided with a new label and installation instructions. However, a dealer can install the label if the owner so desires. Owner notification began May 31, 2001. Owners who do not…

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2001-07-09Interior lighting01V220000 Vehicle description: certain pickup trucks equipped with 6.6L diesel engines fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS No. 105, "Hydraulic and electric brake systems." These vehicles have a brake…

    Remedy: Dealers will change the location of a wire connection in the underhood bussed electrical center. Owner notification began July 9, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on…

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    2004-01-08Preliminary evaluationClosed 2004-04-30 Hydraulic pump shaft failures
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    2006-09-14Engineering analysisClosed 2007-11-09 Crank position sensor failure - stall
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    2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 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…

    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).

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    Date not on fileSteering06E010000 Certain fabtech aftermarket replacement pitman arms, p/nos. Fts71000 and FTS71001, installed for use on certain 2001-2006 GM c/k 2500 pick up trucks and sport utility vehicles.

    Remedy: Fabtech will notify owners and replace the pitman and idler arms free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during February 2006. Owners may contact fabtech at 909-597-7800.

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    Date not on fileService brakes, air06E050000 Certain federal-mogul national and carquest aftermarket hub assemblies, p/n 515058, sold for use on 2001-2006 General Motors 1500 and 2500 4WD trucks.

    Remedy: Federal-mogul will notify its owners and will either credit the customers account or replace the unit. The recall is expected to begin during June 2006. Owners can contact federal-mogul customer service at 1-800-563-8507 ext 3530.

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Buy-smart checklist

2001 GMC Sierra 2500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 66 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 22 reports on file for this year.
  • Tires: 12 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06E010000 · Steering
  • Recall 06E050000 · Service brakes, air
  • Recall 01V125000 · Equipment
  • Recall 01V220000 · Interior lighting
  • Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2001 GMC Sierra 2500 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2001 GMC Sierra 2500 is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2001 GMC Sierra 2500?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 49% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 GMC Sierra 2500 have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.