2001 Chevrolet Express Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 16%of 45 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 50,572miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the brakes of the 2001 Chevrolet Express, 16% of the 45 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 50,572 miles. 3 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“On friday january 29th 2010 I was involved in an accident. I rear ended a SUV. My 2001 Chevrolet Express van would not stop due to anti lock brake failure. When I applied the brakes the anti lock system took over and the brake pedal went to the floor. My vehicle continued forward never slowing down until I struck the vehicle ahead of me. I would have been able to stop if the anti lock brakes had not taken over my vehicle. I had a more than a five second space between the vehicle in front of me.”
NHTSA complaint #10303571, filed 2010-02, 84,715 miles“I have a 2001 Chevrolet Express conversion van that has been nothing but grief since I bought it. It has already gone through 3 sets of brakes we have complained since day one about the braking problems with the van. My husband had an accident due to brake failure on the way to the dealership when he first bought the van. It seems when you due conversions on these vans you are adding almost 2000 pounds to the original weight but they never upgrade the brakes to accommodate the additional weight and the brakes wear out faster and the van is harder to stop. …”
NHTSA complaint #10095581, filed 2004-10“While driving on the highway engine and brakes failed at the same time. Vehicle was towed to the dealer, who determined that power steering shaft separated, and dealer replaced the power steering pump. Dealer stated that vehicle required hydraulic assist; therefore, if vehicle looses hydraulic fluid, vehicle will loose both power steering and brake.”
NHTSA complaint #10057757, filed 2004-05“While driving ABS light illuminated the dash. Took vehicle to dealer. Problem has not been remedied as of yet. Dealer stated that this was a no fix. Please provide any further information.”
NHTSA complaint #8008362, filed 2002-04“Vehicle pulled to left or to right when applying brakes. Vehicle been in dealer shop on two occasions, and problem still reoccurring. Please provide any further details on this matter.”
NHTSA complaint #886146, filed 2001-04Related service bulletins
- 10242252Aug 18, 2023This technical bulletin provides information and a solution to a condition of Brake Pedal Moves or Self Applies at Full Turns.
- 10226382Oct 18, 2022This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its…
- 10208027Jan 14, 2022This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10178353Jun 26, 2020This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its…
- 10162149Jun 24, 2019This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its…
- 10161004May 13, 2019This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its…
- 10129088Jan 23, 2018This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its…
- 10113364Jan 31, 2017This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its…
- 10078876May 11, 2016This preliminary information communication advises the technician that the hydro-boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its…
- 10090078Mar 23, 201514301 - special coverage. On some vehicles, equipped with a hinged left side rear door (e26), inadequate clearance may result in abrasion to one or both rear brake lines. This…
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4 | 31% |
| 2020 | 2 | 12% |
| 2019 | 2 | 25% |
| 2018 | 2 | 18% |
| 2017 | 13 | 62% |
| 2016 | 3 | 20% |
| 2015 | 2 | 25% |
| 2014 | 1 | 7% |
| 2013 | 6 | 27% |
| 2012 | 4 | 31% |
| 2011 | 3 | 25% |
| 2010 | 3 | 20% |
| 2008 | 3 | 21% |
| 2007 | 3 | 17% |
| 2006 | 1 | 8% |
| 2005 | 6 | 26% |
| 2004 | 6 | 29% |
| 2003 | 11 | 19% |
| 2002 | 10 | 18% |
| 2001 | 7 | 16% |
| 2000 | 18 | 21% |
| 1999 | 12 | 18% |
| 1998 | 4 | 17% |
| 1997 | 3 | 10% |
| 1996 | 2 | 13% |
Other parts of the 2001 Chevrolet Express
9 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsEngine cooling
6 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsSteering
4 complaintsEquipment
3 complaintsSeats
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 Chevrolet Express
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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