2001 GMC Silverado Problems
- Complaints
- 9filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 60,000miles, 3 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2001 GMC Silverado (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 2001 GMC Silverado. The part named most often is brakes, with 3 complaints (33% of the total), followed by engine cooling (3) and fuel system (2). 3 of the complaints include a mileage, and 33% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 60,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 2 technical service bulletins for this model year. Engine cooling complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes3 33%
- Engine cooling3 33%
- Fuel system2 22%
- Other or unknown1 11%
- Suspension1 11%
Example complaints
Brakes: “Dt: 2001, Gmc, Silverado. The contact states ABS brakes failed 08/05/2005 at 10 MPH and caused vehicle to crash into the back of a building. This happened on 8-5-05. The contact first noticed this at 60,000 miles and it became progressively worse. The dealership told the contact it was because of dirty sensors. There was about $3,000 damage done to truck. Had not talked to Gmc, just the dealership.”
NHTSA complaint #10132622, filed 2005-08, 70,000 milesEngine cooling: “The contact owns a 2001 Gmc Silverado 2500 hd. The contact stated that the vehicle starts, but in an unusual manner. After moving the shift lever, turning the key on and off, and opening and closing the doors, the vehicle will eventually start, but it will not start when the key is turned in the ignition. The vehicle shuts off, mostly while driving between 25-35 MPH; however, on one occasion, the failure occurred while driving between 55-65 MPH. Once the vehicle shuts off, it will immediately restart. …”
NHTSA complaint #10230414, filed 2008-06, 60,000 milesFuel system: “While attempting to accelerate vehicle would not accelerate. Consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer and mechanic determined that fuel pump failed.”
NHTSA complaint #10075872, filed 2004-06, 16,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
33% of the 3 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 16,000 and 70,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2001 GMC Silverado in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 2 on record; the latest 2 are shown.
- 10042986Nov 1, 2011Seats. General motors: information provided by bulletin for all 2012 and prior general motor trucks and passenger vehicles regarding the adjustable comfort and custom upholstery of the driver and the…
- 10032435Sep 1, 2009Engine cooling. Gm: loss of power hesitates on acceleration. 4.3, 4.8, 5.3, 5.7 and 6.0 engines coupled with the 4l60e or 4l65e may experience a condition of hesitates, misses or loss of power under acceleration…
Other model years of the GMC Silverado
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 9 | 102,500 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2001 | 9 | 60,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2000 | 14 | 51,234 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1999 | 15 | 10,100 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2001 GMC Silverado have?
NHTSA recorded 9 consumer complaints for the 2001 GMC Silverado as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2001 GMC Silverado is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 3 complaints (33% of the total), followed by engine cooling with 3.
Has the 2001 GMC Silverado been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2001 GMC Silverado reported?
Among the 3 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 60,000 miles and the middle half falls between 16,000 and 70,000 miles; 33% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.