Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet silverado 2500 hd. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled over a dozen times. The failure was noticed while driving 70 MPH. The check engine light illuminated prior to the failure. Occasionally, the vehicle would just jerk and other times it would completely shut down. The contact had to wait approximately 5-10 minutes before the vehicle would restart. The dealer stated that his VIN was excluded from the crankshaft recall. The purchase date and recall number were unknown. The current mileage was 73,000 and failure mileage was approximately 50,000. Updated 02-19-08 *bf the consumer stated the problem started at 50,000 miles and through to 73,000 currently. Updated 02/14/08
2001 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 engine complaints
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My 2001 chevrolet silverado hd2500 p/u started having intermittent stalling problems in july 2007. The engine would die and it would take a few minutes to restart. Finally in sept 2007 it died on the freeway when I was traveling at over 65 MPH. The powersteering stopped and the power brake assist stopped. I was lucky that I didn't have a high speed accident. The truck was taken to the local chevrolet dealer and they replaced the crankshaft position sensor and charged me $420.99. The vehicle only had 37,546 miles on it at the time but was out of warranty. I have not had any further problems since the repair. I contacted chevrolet about their recall # 06083 the federal safety agency id#07v521000 and they advised that my vehicle did not qualify. I don't understand why since it is the same 8.1 engine and year/model. If you go on the gm-truck.com web site you will see that this is avery common and dangerous problem with the 2001 8.1 gm engines.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet silverado 2500 hd. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the battery warning light illuminated on the instrument panel and then the vehicle stalled. The vehicle immediately restarted automatically. A local mechanic stated that the crank shaft sensor caused the failure. The vehicle was repaired and there had been no further occurrences. The dealer stated that his VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 07v521000 (engine and engine cooling). He filed a formal complaint with the manufacturer. The current and failure mileages were 70,000. Updated 02-14-08
Vehicle stopped running while driving,almost involved in accident since I was going downhill. Vehicle would not restart. Restarted two hours later after tow to garage. Dealer inspected and found faulty crank sensor code. Dealer found the federal safety agency recall # 07v521000 was just issued, however my serial # was not recalled. I believe all 2001 models with this power train should be recalled to repair this defective part.
Truck died at 60 MPH. Lost all power for few seconds then started again. Then would not start for 2 weeks. Finally got it to start and put on scanner it said to replace crankshaft position sensor. Replaced it myself and truck running great.mc
Engine stall while driving. The engine stalls without notice while driving and at times will not start for several tries. After using a personal diagnostic tool I found the problem to be a crankshaft position sensor malfunction. This is definitely a safety problem because when the engine stalls at 75mph down the interstate and no power steering to help you safely exit the roadway with minimal breaking ability, this should be a concern and recall! The part at a gm dealership is 110.00 and the charge to get it replaced is not known at this time.
Engine 6.0l has piston slap, burns oil qt/700 miles, rough idle.
Starting early march 2007, my 2001 chevrolet 2500hd, 8.1l truck began to stall in many and different circumstances. I was first stopped at a light on a business trip then began to go and shortly after the engine died and various lights illuminated on the dash and system warning box. From that point it has continued to stall at different speeds and different times for no apparent reason. It has restarted each time, sometimes after just a minute and sometimes up to 5 or so minutes. To date it has not been determined the cause and no one can tell me how to fix it. This is deeply troubling due to the fact that my wife drives it a lot and carries my three children with her and it has continued to stop on major roads, rural roads, and just anywhere it decides. This needs to be addressed thoroughly!!!
My 2001 chevrolet silverado pick-up with the 8.1 l engine, suddenly shuts down while driving. The fault code indicates that the crankcase position sensor is defective.
Engine quit without warning while towing 12,000 lb trailer forcing me to the side of the road. After a few minutes I was able to restart the engine and continue. Failed again shortly thereafter. I was eventually able to get home. Scan tool revealed crankshaft position sensor problem. I replaced the crankshaft position sensor myself.
Engine stall without notice. Will not start without notice will die at idle without notice. Stalls vary. May stall 3 times a day or go weeks without stalling. Tried putting in a new computer. Did not help. Spent a lot of money trying to find the problem. I am pissed. Still not fixed.
Dt*: the contact stated the lifters in the engine made constant noise since the date of purchase. The noise was present when the ignition was turned on. The service dealer was notified, but the manufacturer was not.
The federal safety agency action number pe06016 2001 chevy 2500 hd 4x4 with 8.1 l; stalling at highway speeds, loss of power steering and brakes. Battery/security light comes on when vehicle stalls; vehicle may or may not start for about 10-30 min after stall; cranking but not starting. Additional, after vehicle is parked it will crank but not start. Replaced fuel filter, cap and rotor, wires & plugs; had injectors cleaned and the problem has not been fixed.
I own a chevrolet 2500hd equipped with a 8.1 liter engine and allison transmission. My problem began with the engine refusing to start after being driven a short while. This problem did not occur every time but was frequent enough to be of concern. After several attempts lasting some 2 to three minutes the engine would start. The problem escalated to the engine stalling while driving on the highway, sometimes on the interstate at speeds up to 70 MPH. During these stalls the engine would sometime restart on its own without turning the key or shifting out of gear. During times of stalling the only way to maintain some control of the vehicle is to shift into neutral and turn the key to attempt a restart. At these times the engine turning over provides enough compression to allow the power steering and brakes to be affective as long as the starter is engaged.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle stalled suddenly without warning while driving at highway speeds. An independent repair shop determined the crank shaft position sensor was bad and needed to be replaced. The contact expressed this incident should be included in the ongoing investigation the federal safety agency action number: pe06016, regarding the engine and engine cooling.
Motor completely shut off at 70 MPH, lost power steering and power braking. Motor would not start in neutral. Had to cross through traffic to the shoulder and stop before motor would start again. Happened 4 times in 3 days. Brought vehicle to dealer and dealer told me it was the crank sensor, they have had to do it before.
Dt*: the contact stated while approaching a stop, driving 5 MPH and applying the brakes, the anti- lock brake system activated. This caused an increased stopping distance. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. Upon inspection the speed sensor hub was corroded due to road salt and was replaced. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 05v379000, regarding the service brakes, anti-lock. The consumers vehicle identification number was not included in the recall. The alternator failed. The rotors and brakes had to be replaced due to the rotors rusting from the inside. The rotors could not be turned because they were heavily rusted. The left power window failed, the manufacturer used a steel cable for the assembly, which allowed water to seep in which caused corrosion. The left rear outside axle was leaking. The A/C idler pulley and tensioner was making a loud noise. The right power window failed. The tires were cracking along the edges close to the rim. Grease leaked out from the cv joint. The rear oil seal was leaking. The rims were delaminating. The cd would not eject from the player. The ignition switch was replaced, the passenger windshield wiper was loose, the multi-function switch was replaced. The accelerator would stick sometimes and the driver side mirror was broken. Updated 07/10/06.
While driving 55 MPH the vehicle lost power and the check engine sensor light illuminated. Please provide additional information.
When the truck starts it sounds like a diesel- for about 10 min max- this only happens in the am or after a long sit at work (ie.6+ hrs) we were told by the dealer that its normal and that there is a tech bulletin on it- my father in laws truck (1500) doesn't make this noise and it is the same year as mine. Also the new trucks do not make this noise-- I do think that something is going on and that the dealer or manufacturer doesn't want to fix it since its a shame- going to lose more than one faithful chevy consumer.
While driving 35 MPH the power steering and brakes failed. The vehicle was towed to dealership to have the mechanic check the problems. Please provide additional information.
2001 chevrolet 2500hd. 8.1 liter motor, allison transmission. The truck has multiple problems that the dealer is refusing to acknowledge and fix. *la -hard starting when hot. When the vehicle is driven and parked for 10 minutes, it will not start. Engine turns over, but does not fire. After an additional 2-3 minute wait, it will eventually start. This happens on a regular basis. Dealer had the truck for 1 week and claims he can not reproduce the problem. They suggested replacing parts with no garantee of the fix. -exhaust failing. The exhaust was replaced under warranty due to loose baffles. It is failing again with the same problem. Dealer again claims the noise is normal. -excessive oil consumption. I had it in for this problem. The dealer changed the oil and had me come in every 500 miles to check the oil level. It used 1 1/2 quarts in 3,000 miles. This is normal to use this much oil. How ever I tow a trailer and plow snow with this vehicle. During these times of towing and plowing, the truck uses 3-4 quarts of oil in 3,000 miles. There are no obvious leaks. The dealer again claims there is no problem. This vehicle was purchased with the large motor and heavy duty transmission specifically for the type of work I expect it to do.
The truck kept dying so I took it in to a dealership. He replaced the battery and two days later it was dying again. They still haven't figured out what the problem is.
Engine knocks on startup and when warm, which sounds like that of the lifter. Consumer went to the dealer and was told that this is normal. It's hard to think that gm would make a gas engine to make this kind of noise. The new 6.0 don't make this type of noise on start up. I found out from the dealer that the older 6.0 have made this kind of noise. Gm pulled the engines for inspection. It seems like they found the problem and fixed it on the new models and won't fix the mistake of the old ones.
Turck engine has a knock that I was told by the dealer and gm that it was simply a cold start knock. However, I was told by a personal friend at the gm tech center that it is really a piston slap, and is a result of the pistons being too small for the bore which could lead to engine seizure/failure, and that gm is aware of it! The truck knocks even when engine is warm. I have begged for a repair under the trucks warranty but have been denied. I am concerned that at some point the engine could seize and cause a serious accident and harm to myself and others. Gm seems to think if they pretend it is a different problem, and if they cross their fingers they will save money and avoid a recall. The dealer indicated to me that they know what the problem is and so does gm but there is nothing they can do for me. At one point gm was offering to extend my warranty but renigd because I was the second owner, even though I paid for their extended warranty. Please investigate before someone owning one of these trucks does have the engine sieze and innocent people are hurt! Incident date is approximate as I have taken the truck to the dealer many times on many dates in hopes of getting this problem fixed because they want me to go away.
Engine uses oil and knocks.
Engine knocks on cold start laststed few seconds after 1000mi now knock for close to a minute can still hear after its at operating temp don't think its safe
Since new the vehicle has developed an engine knock, I have talked to 4 other people with the same problem, the dealer advises there is no repair at this time! And advised me that they are aware of problems with the 6 and 5.3 liter engines. I am worried that this problem will reduce the engine life and I am conserned about the manufacturer stance of "no repair at this time" thanks.
Upon starting vehicle there is a loud noise coming from engine. Consumer feels there is a problem with engine pistons. Please provide any further information.
Engine has a loud knocking noise since day one. Reported problem to chevrolet dealership and was told that the pistons are "slapping" inside the cylinder walls and that this was a known problem from chevrolet. New pistons will not be available until december 2001. Changed oil and found metal fragments in the oil that were stuck to the magnetic oil bolt. Noise problem is getting louder each week. Dealer rep called and explained the problem to me directly.
Reported a loud knocking noise when you crank up the engine since I first bought truck. Reported problem to dealer and was told the pistons are "slapping" inside the cylinder walls due to a known problem that chevrolet already knows about it and replacement pistons would be available by december. Engine is getting louder by the day and found broken metal fragments when oil was changed . Waiting on dealer to respond to this issue and requesting engine be replacement now.
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