2001 GMC Sierra Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 2%of 264 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 96,650miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the visibility of the 2001 GMC Sierra, 2% of the 264 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 96,650 miles.
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.
“Passenger-side window stopped working and made grinding noise when button pushed to roll down. Disassembled passenger door to investigate. Found electric window motor cable broken with obvious signs of corrosion (rust) at point of failure. Also noted substantial corrosion on screws holding motor assembly in place.”
NHTSA complaint #10120482, filed 2005-05, 96,650 miles“Passenger window would not go up when button to raise it was pushed. Window would go up and down when mover by grabbing the glass. Took it to dealer who took apart the door then said the regulator was broken. A wire cable in the mechanism was broken, but the wire by itself was not available. Not covered by warraty, as this was a wear item. Mileage on truck 24000 cost $717.00”
NHTSA complaint #10127356, filed 2005-07“Driver's side mirror vibrates at idle while passenger side does not. Condition worsens at highway speeds or on bumpy roads, with no noticeable difference in the passenger side mirror. Also, defect appears to be the break away joint not being tight enough to hold the mirror stable. The opposing traffic is a distraction because the red tail lights appear to be flashing, often mistaking them for emergency vehicles.”
NHTSA complaint #8017018, filed 2002-08“Drivers side mirror vibrates at idle while passenger side does not. This condition worsens at highway speed or on bumpy roads, with no noticable difference in the passenger side mirror. The safety issue is that on 2 lane roads all of the taillights of the opposing traffic are flashing to the point of distraction. Also, I due to this effect of taillights being red and flashing in the mirror already, whether a driver would notice an emergency vehicle approaching from behind due to there already being flashing red lights in the mirror. …”
NHTSA complaint #765330, filed 2002-08Related service bulletins
- 10112382Oct 1, 2013This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the percentage of UV protection or tint offered by the windshield or side glass…
- 10017188Oct 27, 2005Inaccurate outside temperature reading on inside rearview mirror.
- 10015034Mar 1, 2005Outside rearview mirror housings come loose from base.
- 10012532Jun 1, 2004Windrush around windshield.
- 10011144Feb 1, 2004Power window motor now available separately from the power window regulatory assembly. *tt updated
- 10013030Jan 29, 2004Bulletin 04-08-64-003, front door power window motor assemblies - warranty repair information.
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 4 | 7% |
| 2016 | 1 | 17% |
| 2015 | 2 | 4% |
| 2014 | 5 | 5% |
| 2013 | 1 | 3% |
| 2012 | 2 | 7% |
| 2010 | 3 | 9% |
| 2007 | 2 | 3% |
| 2006 | 3 | 6% |
| 2005 | 3 | 3% |
| 2004 | 7 | 4% |
| 2003 | 2 | 1% |
| 2002 | 6 | 2% |
| 2001 | 5 | 2% |
| 2000 | 13 | 3% |
| 1999 | 18 | 3% |
| 1998 | 32 | 17% |
| 1997 | 24 | 10% |
| 1996 | 84 | 34% |
| 1995 | 140 | 54% |
| 1994 | 115 | 61% |
| 1993 | 23 | 32% |
| 1992 | 8 | 27% |
| 1991 | 1 | 8% |
| 1990 | 1 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2001 GMC Sierra
150 complaintsEngine cooling
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 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 GMC Sierra
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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