MYRModel Year Report

2001 GMC Silverado

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2001 GMC Silverado
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:50:59.777Z

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
9

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2001

Investigations
4

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1999: 15 complaints 1999 2000: 14 complaints 2000 2001: 9 complaints 2001 9 2002: 9 complaints 2002 2003: 1 complaint 2003 2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 2 complaints 2005 2007: 3 complaints 2007
1999: 15 complaints 1999 2000: 14 complaints 2000 2001: 9 complaints 2001 9 2002: 9 complaints 2002 2003: 1 complaint 2003 2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 2 complaints 2005 2007: 3 complaints 2007
1999: 15 complaints 1999 2000: 14 complaints 2000 2001: 9 complaints 2001 9 2002: 9 complaints 2002 2003: 1 complaint 2003 2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 2 complaints 2005 2007: 3 complaints 2007

2001: 9 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
199915
200014
20019
20029
20031
20042
20052
20073

Known problem areas

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

Engine and engine cooling

3 of 9 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.

Show complaint excerpts

The check engine light appear on the dashboard while traveling on the highway. The vehicle will shut down without prior warning. Mr

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-10-09

Service brakes

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

CRASH

Suspension

2 of 9 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing upper ball joint and lower ball joint.

Fuel system, other

1 of 9 total reports mentions: fuel system, other, most commonly citing fuel pump.

Fuel system, gasoline

1 of 9 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly.

Show complaint excerpts

While filling fuel tank vehicle leaned to one side . Dealer has been contacted, but couldn't duplicate problem. Please provide further information.

NHTSA ODI report, 2001-09-14

Safety timeline

1 recall · 4 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2003-12-08Preliminary evaluationClosed 2004-04-09 Parking brake failure
  2. I
    2004-04-09Engineering analysisClosed 2005-05-10 Parking brake failure
  3. I
    2005-04-28Preliminary evaluationClosed 2005-09-13 Unwanted low-speed ABS activation
  4. I
    2005-12-20Defect petitionClosed 2006-05-31 Parking brake failure
  5. R
    2006-04-03Exterior lighting06E026000 Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber…

    Remedy: Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on April 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2001 GMC Silverado — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine and engine cooling: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06E026000 · Exterior lighting
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 GMC Silverado 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 Silverado?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 GMC Silverado have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

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