2001 GMC Suburban
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 2 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 3 |
| 1986 | 4 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 17 |
| 1990 | 22 |
| 1991 | 30 |
| 1992 | 80 |
| 1993 | 212 |
| 1994 | 411 |
| 1995 | 227 |
| 1996 | 172 |
| 1997 | 200 |
| 1998 | 100 |
| 1999 | 285 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 5 total reports mention: seats.
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PASSENGER SIDE FRONT SEAT ROCKS WITH OR WITHOUT USE OF SEATBELT. HAD DEALER CHECK OUT, BUT STATED THEY FOUND NOTHING THAT WAS CAUSING THE ROCKING OF SEAT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030222
WHEN SECOND ROW BENCH SEAT IS FOLDED FORWARD TO MAKE ROOM FOR A TALL LOAD, DRIVER'S SIDE SECOND ROW BENCH SEAT BACK HAS NO MANUAL LATCH, LEAVING THAT SECOND ROW DRIVER SIDE SEAT BACK ABLE TO FLOP FORWARD DURING BRAKING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20010502
1 of 5 total reports mentions: tires.
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WHILE DRIVING AND WITHOUT WARNING RIGHT FRONT SIDE TIRES BLEWOUT, CAUSING CONSUMER TO PULL OVER. SIZE#P26570R16. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20030618
1 of 5 total reports mentions: seat belts.
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PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT BECOMES SO TIGHT THAT PASSENGER CANNOT MOVE. DEALER HAS ATTEPTED TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM 2 TIMES, HOWEVER HAS BEEN UNSUCESSFUL. *SLC
NHTSA ODI report, 20010130
1 of 5 total reports mentions: air bags.
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WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30MPH CONSUMER HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE HEAD-ON, AND AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. DID ABOUT 7000 DOLLARS DAMAGE TO FRONT END. CONTACTED DEALER AND DEALER GAVE CONSUMER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER TO GMC.*AK *NLM
NHTSA ODI report, 20010910
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PICKUP AND UTILITY TRUCKS. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE AN INTERNAL COMPONENT IN THE OUTBOARD SEAT BELT RETRACTORS FOR THE 2ND AND 3RD ROW OF SEATS THAT COULD BE CRACKED. WITH R
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE OUTBOARD SEAT BELTS FOR SPECIFIC LOT NUMBERS AND REPLACE THE BELTS IF NECESSARY. GM IS ENCLOSING AN INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR THE OWNERS TO USE OR THEY CAN HAVE THEIR DEALERS
Campaign 01V159000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCK, VAN, AND MINI VAN CONVERSIONS EQUIPPED WITH SOUTHERN COMFORT BUILT RUNNING BOARDS THAT CONTAIN CERTAIN COURTESY LIGHTS MANUFACTURED BY AMERICAN TECHNOLOGY COMPONENTS, INC. THESE
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIRING HARNESS ON THESE RUNNING BOARDS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 7, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO
Campaign 03V094000 — check if this car was fixed
PARKING BRAKE FAILURE
CRANK POSITION SENSOR FAILURE - STALL
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2001 GMC Suburban — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for seats issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 01V159000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 03V094000 (structure) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2001 GMC Suburban 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 Suburban?
The most-reported component is seats, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 GMC Suburban have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.