2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 307about this part
- Share
- 66%of 468 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 92,653miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 307 complaints about the brakes of the 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 66% of the 468 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 92,653 miles. 35 of these say a crash was involved and 2 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I was driving back home from work one day, then in front of me was a yellow light about to turn red. I was far away so I didint bother to speed up and I was only going 45 MPH. Then I slightly press the brakes and the brake pedal sinks all the way down to the floor. I stopped and got out to look and I find out that my brake line was leaking.”
NHTSA complaint #11046896, filed 2017-11, 154,000 miles“I've had multiple extremely dangerous situation with this vehicle over 2 years. One of the first concern was my headlight daytime bulbs melted to the harness and the one on the passenger side melted thru the number so I started carrying a fire extinguisher behind the driver seat. …”
NHTSA complaint #11235344, filed 2019-07, 230,000 miles“All brake lines are rusted and will need to be replaced. We just purchased then truck used. My mechanic inspected the truck.for a noise in the steering, thats when he discovered the rusted brake lines he informed me that it could blow a line and anytime due to the rusted lines. He recommended replacing all of the lines.”
NHTSA complaint #10790131, filed 2015-11, 140,000 miles“I was driving 45 MPH down the road when a group of three ducks ran into the road. I applied the brakes as in an emergency and the left front brake line blew out because it was made of steel and had rusted out. The brake pedal went to the floor and I ran over the ducks. I am glad that it wasn't for a car or person that I had to make an emergency stop.”
NHTSA complaint #10550160, filed 2013-10, 15,000 miles“My brake lines and fuel lines are so rusted I am just waiting for the day that one of them breaks. And possible kills someone. I just hope that it will not happen before GM does something about this problem. I am holding off replacing the lines to see if GM is going to recall this problem. I dont use this truck for fear of getting into and accident!!!!”
NHTSA complaint #10554569, filed 2013-12, 131,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 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…
- 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…
- 10246647Sep 1, 2014Pre-Formed and Pre-Flared Hydraulic Brake Pipe Kits Now Available for Service
- 10246646Apr 1, 2014Pre-Formed and Pre-Flared Hydraulic Brake Pipe Kits Now Available for Service
- 10246645Nov 1, 2013Pre-Formed and Pre-Flared Hydraulic Brake Pipe Kits Now Available for Service
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 12 | 9% |
| 2025 | 6 | 6% |
| 2024 | 11 | 3% |
| 2023 | 25 | 6% |
| 2022 | 58 | 9% |
| 2021 | 45 | 5% |
| 2020 | 116 | 15% |
| 2019 | 195 | 18% |
| 2018 | 99 | 19% |
| 2017 | 190 | 27% |
| 2016 | 266 | 33% |
| 2015 | 374 | 34% |
| 2014 | 281 | 20% |
| 2013 | 5 | 2% |
| 2012 | 9 | 4% |
| 2011 | 17 | 3% |
| 2010 | 7 | 2% |
| 2009 | 17 | 4% |
| 2008 | 28 | 3% |
| 2007 | 62 | 7% |
| 2006 | 171 | 48% |
| 2005 | 131 | 25% |
| 2004 | 330 | 41% |
| 2003 | 429 | 53% |
| 2002 | 363 | 71% |
| 2001 | 307 | 66% |
| 2000 | 422 | 69% |
| 1999 | 373 | 64% |
| 1998 | 122 | 34% |
| 1997 | 134 | 24% |
| 1996 | 3 | 43% |
| 1994 | 3 | 30% |
Other parts of the 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
62 complaintsBody and structure
30 complaintsElectrical system
23 complaintsTires
20 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
19 complaintsEngine cooling
17 complaintsSteering
16 complaintsAir bags
12 complaintsExterior lighting
12 complaintsEngine
11 complaintsSeat belts
10 complaintsSuspension
10 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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