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2001 Chevrolet Redundant Silverado 2500 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2001 Chevrolet Redundant Silverado 2500 sits mid-pack among Redundant Silverado 2500 years: 116 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 116, with 2 recalls and no defect investigations.

Brakes leads the complaint categories with 45 reports (39% of the total).

116

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

11

Crash-involved

6

Fires reported

8

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

What are the most common 2001 Chevrolet Redundant Silverado 2500 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes4539%
Engine2118%
Tires & Wheels1412%
Transmission76%
Fuel System76%
Body & Structure65%
Electrical System43%
Speed Control33%
Airbags22%
Steering22%
Suspension22%
Lighting11%
Other11%
Seat Belts11%

Does the 2001 Chevrolet Redundant Silverado 2500 have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

06E010000SteeringFebruary 1, 2006 · 1,360 units

Defect

CERTAIN FABTECH AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT PITMAN ARMS, P/NOS. FTS71000 AND FTS71001, INSTALLED FOR USE ON CERTAIN 2001-2006 GM C/K 2500 PICK UP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE PIN LOCATED INSIDE THE PITMAN ARM CAN SHEAR OFF DUE TO A REVERSE BENDING FATIGUE CONDITION, RESULTING IN A TOTAL LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.

Consequence

LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE CRASH WITH POTENTIAL INJURY OR DEATH.

Remedy

FABTECH WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PITMAN AND IDLER ARMS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FABTECH AT 909-597-7800.

01V220000LightingJune 26, 2001 · 38,863 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 6.6L DIESEL ENGINES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 105, "HYDRAULIC AND ELECTRIC BRAKE SYSTEMS." THESE VEHICLES HAVE A BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER THAT MAY NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE FLUID IS LOW. IN ADDITION, WHEN THE BRAKE FLUID IS LOW, THE VEHICLE MAY NOT MEET THE PARTIAL SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 105.

Consequence

THESE CONDITIONS COULD RESULT IN REDUCED BRAKING CAPABILITY, WHICH COULD LEAD TO A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL CHANGE THE LOCATION OF A WIRE CONNECTION IN THE UNDERHOOD BUSSED ELECTRICAL CENTER. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 9, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020 OR GMC AT 1-800-462-8782.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 TRUCK. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 25 MPH WHEN HE ATTEMPTED TO APPLY THE BRAKES AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE BRAKES FAILED, CAUSING A CRASH. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A BODY SHOP. THE MECHANIC INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND CONFIRMED…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · April 15, 2010 · crash

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2001 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS. THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED AND RESUMED NORMAL OPERATION. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENT. THE VEHICLE IS IN THE PROCESS OF BEING TAKEN TO AN…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · October 20, 2009

“MY TRUCK WAS PARKED OUTSIDE MY HOUSE AND THIS DRUNK DRIVER HIT MY TRUCK IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT.AND MEST UP ALL OF ONE SIDE OF THE TRUCK INCLUDING MY ENGINE,BABY SEATS AND TIRES AND WINDOWS.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · January 30, 2018 · crash

“2001 CHEVROLET SILVERADO HAS HAD A HISTORY OF PROBLEMS. *MR THE FUEL PUMP WAS REPLACED AND WAS DIAGNOSED BY K-S FUEL INJECTION AS BEING THE CAUSE OF THE ENGINE LIGHTS AND LOW POWER, THE WAS A FUEL LEAK IN WHICH THE REAR HOUSING WAS CRACKED AND LEAKING OIL, THE TRANSFER CASE AND THE DRIVESHAFTS WERE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · June 1, 2004

“MY TRUCK WAS PARKED OUTSIDE MY HOUSE AND THIS DRUNK DRIVER HIT MY TRUCK IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT.AND MEST UP ALL OF ONE SIDE OF THE TRUCK INCLUDING MY ENGINE,BABY SEATS AND TIRES AND WINDOWS.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · January 30, 2018 · crash

2001 Chevrolet Redundant Silverado 2500 — common questions

Is the 2001 Chevrolet Redundant Silverado 2500 reliable?

It is close to typical for the Redundant Silverado 2500: 116 NHTSA complaints, 2 recalls, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2001 Redundant Silverado 2500 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (45 complaints), engine (21 complaints), tires & wheels (14 complaints).

Does the 2001 Chevrolet Redundant Silverado 2500 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2001 Chevrolet Redundant Silverado 2500. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.