2001 GMC Sierra Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 15about this part
- Share
- 6%of 264 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 43,762miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 15 complaints about the suspension of the 2001 GMC Sierra, 6% of the 264 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 43,762 miles. 2 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.
“Dt: the contact stated this vehicle was included in the recall campaign for the ABS. The dealer performed the recall repairs, but it did not remedy the problem. The dealer said the problem was the right front hub. The hub has been replaced one time already. After approximately 12,000 miles the vehicle started experiencing the same problems again.”
NHTSA complaint #10141969, filed 2005-11, 12,000 miles“Both right and left front wheel bearings found to be worn out. Movement of the tire at top from 1 to 2 inches. No steering or braking problems were detected before the condition was found as part of the missouri state safety inspection. This problem can only be corrected by replacing the hub assembly. Estimate of repair cost $1000.00.”
NHTSA complaint #10131813, filed 2005-08, 118,172 miles“Contact states: at very low speed anti lock brakes would kick in when consumer would brake instead of braking the vehicle would keep moving, it doesn't matter what the weather condition is. It has been repaired at contact's expense. Contact called GM, they said it needed two new hubs, including the bearings (left and right). Gm covered 1/2 of the cost. Dealer diagnosed it without even looking at the vehicle because they had seen this before.”
NHTSA complaint #10119506, filed 2005-05, 36,000 miles“Truck exhibits failure of braking at slow speeds; pedal hard and no brake; hit building at slow speed minimal damge; truck had 38,000 miles. Took to dealer;they said knew what was wrong; changed out left front hub and speed sensor $405.00.”
NHTSA complaint #10116803, filed 2005-04, 38,250 miles“Front left hub on 2001 Gmc Sierra 4wd has failed and must be replaced at significant cost. Vehicle has 73,000 miles on it. Truck has been kept in excellent condition and serviced properly. No off road use other than on grass to ensure 4wd system working.”
NHTSA complaint #10043297, filed 2003-10, 73,500 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10108599Jul 17, 2017This technical bulletin provides a procedure to lube the rear leaf springs on vehicles with the condition of a squeak noise originating from the rear of the vehicle.
- 10021013May 1, 2008Suspension vibration or frame beaming at 40 - 60 mph. *kb updated 8/25/08.
- 10024345Feb 1, 2008Eaton locking differential chatter shudder noise on turns, equipped with a locking rear differential rpo g80. *nj updated 7/17/2008.
- 10021116Jan 1, 2007Inspection of tire and wheel size prior to diagnosis of transmission shifts, poor performance, speedometer, cruise control concerns.
- 10020874Sep 23, 2006Left front axle shaft difficult to remove. Axle differential leak seal shaft.
- 10014945Mar 1, 2005Revised front caster and camber adjustment procedure. Original not yet received.
- 10012626Apr 1, 2004New flexible spare tire hoist tool available to assist in lowering/removing spare tire.
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 2 | 3% |
| 2016 | 1 | 17% |
| 2015 | 1 | 2% |
| 2014 | 5 | 5% |
| 2012 | 2 | 7% |
| 2011 | 1 | 2% |
| 2010 | 1 | 3% |
| 2009 | 1 | 3% |
| 2008 | 1 | 1% |
| 2007 | 2 | 3% |
| 2006 | 6 | 11% |
| 2005 | 9 | 8% |
| 2004 | 3 | 2% |
| 2003 | 6 | 3% |
| 2002 | 12 | 5% |
| 2001 | 15 | 6% |
| 2000 | 25 | 6% |
| 1999 | 39 | 7% |
| 1998 | 11 | 6% |
| 1997 | 11 | 5% |
| 1996 | 4 | 2% |
| 1995 | 2 | 1% |
| 1994 | 2 | 1% |
| 1993 | 1 | 1% |
| 1990 | 2 | 11% |
| 1988 | 1 | 17% |
Other parts of the 2001 GMC Sierra
150 complaintsEngine cooling
22 complaintsTires
18 complaintsFuel system
16 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 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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