2001 GMC Sierra Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 150about this part
- Share
- 57%of 264 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 65,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 150 complaints about the brakes of the 2001 GMC Sierra, 57% of the 264 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 65,000 miles. 17 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Front brake line failed. Completely rusted, it blew out inside one the clips that hold it in place. Horrible design. Truck is sitting in my driveway because I cannot afford to repair brakes. Estimate was over 1500, just to replace the lines, with coated steel, not stainless. Fuel lines are all rusted as well. All need replacement.”
NHTSA complaint #10499973, filed 2013-02, 180,000 miles“I pulled into my driveway and approached the garage, applied brakes and all they did was vibrate and make that pulse noise. No mater how hard I pushed the pedal, the truck would not stop and I went through the garage door and also knocked over my harley that was in the garage. I cant believe the amount of common story's about this brake issue. There should be a class action lawsuit.”
NHTSA complaint #10667607, filed 2014-12, 223,000 miles“The chassis brake lines on my 2001 Gmc Sierra 1500 are rusted to the point that they are falling apart. I noticed last week that the brake pedal feel is starting to get mushy. After inspecting the entire brake system I discovered that all of the hard chassis brake lines are rusted and flaking apart. I can no longer safely drive this truck until these lines are replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #10483714, filed 2012-11, 109,500 miles“It was snowing and icy outside. I attempted to brake for an upcoming red light. The brake pedal went completely to the floor. I had very little braking power. I steered to the curb to avoid traffic in the intersection. I jumped the curb and came to a stop against a power pole. Damage to the power pole and to the front of my truck. One of the steel brake lines ruptured. Upon closer inspection, all the brake and fuel lines were severely corroded.”
NHTSA complaint #10568693, filed 2014-03, 135,052 miles“There is a current recall for an ABS problem on my vehicle. I had this recall completed several years ago. Recently, this recalled part failed again. Gm denied my claim when I had this recall fixed for the second time. Gm claims that a recall is a one time deal. I find this hard to believe.”
NHTSA complaint #10430227, filed 2011-10, 130,000 milesRelated recalls
- 05V379000Aug 29, 2005Certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles may experience unwanted antilock brake system (abs) activation. This condition is more likely to occur in…Covers: GMC Sierra 1999–2002, Chevrolet Silverado 1999–2002, Suburban 2000–2002 +4 more
- 05V161000Apr 22, 2005On certain pickup trucks equipped with manual transmissions and built with either pbr parking brake systems or trw parking brake systems, the parking brake…Covers: GMC Sierra 1999–2005, Chevrolet Silverado 1999–2005
Related service bulletins
- 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…
- 10054261Sep 1, 2014Chevrolet/gmc/cadillac: anytime hydraulic brake pipes assembly need replacing, pre-formed and pre-flared brake pipes are available, except rear axle crossover pipe. Model…
- 10112546Nov 6, 2012This 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…
- 10022470Jun 1, 2007Abs light on, dtc's c0265, c0201, u1041 set and/or loss of communication with brake module. (reground ebcm ground).
- 10017232Oct 29, 2005Supplement to 04094 front wheel speed sensor corrosion.
- 10016715Sep 1, 2005Product safety recall regarding front wheel speed sensor corrosion.
- 10011125Oct 1, 2004Low brake pedal, red brake light on, brake system warning message on. *tt updated
- 10012141Jun 1, 2004Availability of rear wheel mud flaps to reduce debris build-up on rear brake calipers and/or rear wheels.
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 20 | 33% |
| 2015 | 3 | 6% |
| 2013 | 4 | 10% |
| 2012 | 4 | 14% |
| 2011 | 4 | 9% |
| 2010 | 4 | 12% |
| 2009 | 2 | 5% |
| 2008 | 2 | 3% |
| 2007 | 14 | 24% |
| 2006 | 27 | 51% |
| 2005 | 37 | 32% |
| 2004 | 74 | 39% |
| 2003 | 83 | 40% |
| 2002 | 145 | 58% |
| 2001 | 150 | 57% |
| 2000 | 228 | 51% |
| 1999 | 338 | 56% |
| 1998 | 62 | 33% |
| 1997 | 67 | 28% |
| 1996 | 47 | 19% |
| 1995 | 42 | 16% |
| 1994 | 14 | 7% |
| 1993 | 12 | 17% |
| 1992 | 7 | 23% |
| 1991 | 6 | 50% |
| 1990 | 10 | 56% |
| 1989 | 4 | 25% |
| 1988 | 1 | 17% |
Other parts of the 2001 GMC Sierra
22 complaintsTires
18 complaintsFuel system
16 complaintsSuspension
15 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
14 complaintsElectrical system
13 complaintsBody and structure
13 complaintsAir bags
12 complaintsVehicle speed control
11 complaintsSteering
10 complaintsSeat belts
7 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 GMC Sierra
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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology