2001 GMC Sierra 2500 Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 62about this part
- Share
- 46%of 134 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 63,550miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 62 complaints about the brakes of the 2001 GMC Sierra 2500, 46% of the 134 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 63,550 miles. 7 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The steel brake lines from the master cylinder back along the frame rail on my Gmc 2500hd rusted through and failed the other day, causing pressure and fluid loss, fortunately while traveling at a slow speed close to home. Of the various vehicles owned over the years, this is the first time I have had a steel brake line rust through like this.”
NHTSA complaint #10473200, filed 2012-08, 243,000 miles“Brake failure. My brake pedal went to the floor I discovered brake fluid leaking onto the ground under the drivers side door. Upon further inspection I was shocked to find that my metal brake lines were corroded and burst leaving me with no brakes. Truck is 2001 sierra 2500hd with 64,000 miles. I have never seen metal brake lines fail like this .”
NHTSA complaint #10361904, filed 2010-10, 64,100 miles“When applying the brakes at low speeds the ABS kicks on. I have researched this and there has been a recall from GM but my VIN number is not on the recall it falls under the year make and model and I only have 48,000 miles on the truck. The bulletin number is 05068c from GM.”
NHTSA complaint #10334124, filed 2010-06, 47,682 miles“I connected my camper to the truck. Proceeded toward the street driving on the driveway. I applied the brake and felt a thump at my foot that's was applying the brake. The brake pedal went slowly to the floor. I was able to stop, looked under the truck and noticed brake fluid flowing from underneath the truck. Apon inspection my brake lines were totally rusted. The truck is in the repair facility as I write the complaint. The truck body is in great shape except for the brake lines. Better regulations need to be met regarding brake line. Please help.”
NHTSA complaint #10615136, filed 2014-07, 200,000 miles“I use my truck to pull a 5th wheel camper. When I started to check it out this year, I noticed a funny shift pattern and a growl with temporary brake loss at approx. 4 mi. Pre hr or less. I took the truck in for repair and they sent me to a GM dealer to have the TCM reflashed. That fixed the shift harshness. After leaving dealership I noticed the growling again. It is not every time I apply the brakes, but I am afraid that I will end up loosing the brakes long enough to hit another vehicle. …”
NHTSA complaint #10264900, filed 2009-04, 25,259 milesRelated 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…
- 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…
- 10246647Sep 1, 2014Pre-Formed and Pre-Flared Hydraulic Brake Pipe Kits Now Available for Service
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 14% |
| 2025 | 7 | 25% |
| 2024 | 16 | 15% |
| 2023 | 3 | 9% |
| 2022 | 4 | 9% |
| 2021 | 7 | 13% |
| 2020 | 13 | 16% |
| 2019 | 4 | 13% |
| 2017 | 8 | 22% |
| 2016 | 10 | 17% |
| 2015 | 6 | 7% |
| 2014 | 1 | 3% |
| 2013 | 3 | 7% |
| 2011 | 1 | 2% |
| 2010 | 2 | 20% |
| 2009 | 5 | 16% |
| 2008 | 1 | 2% |
| 2007 | 6 | 7% |
| 2006 | 30 | 45% |
| 2005 | 38 | 33% |
| 2004 | 56 | 39% |
| 2003 | 73 | 46% |
| 2002 | 78 | 58% |
| 2001 | 62 | 46% |
| 2000 | 32 | 67% |
| 1999 | 22 | 61% |
| 1998 | 8 | 53% |
| 1997 | 7 | 50% |
Other parts of the 2001 GMC Sierra 2500
21 complaintsFuel system
12 complaintsTires
12 complaintsSteering
11 complaintsEngine
8 complaintsBody and structure
7 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsSuspension
3 complaintsEquipment
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 GMC Sierra 2500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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