2001 Chevrolet Suburban transmission problems

Filed Aug 4, 2012 · Engine, Transmission · 160,000 miles · CA

I just fix my head gasket from leaking 2 weeks later the transmission gave out a week later the sensor gave out then the other sensor knock sensor 2 then the sensor pump gave out too with in 6 months and cost me about 4000 after tax chevy.

Filed Jun 12, 2008 · Brakes, Lights · 60,000 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet suburban. While driving 35 MPH in the rain, the ABS light illuminated. When the contact turned off the engine, it made a humming sound. He disconnected the module and the humming stopped. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer the following day and they replaced the module under warranty. Three years later, the failure recurred. He purchased the third module and had it replaced by a local mechanic. Three weeks ago, the contact noticed that the turn signals on his vehicle were intermittently illuminating. As of june 12, 2008, the vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage was 60,000 and current mileage was 80,000. Updated 07/08/08. *bf the consumer also stated there was a delayed engagement from reverse to drive. Updated

Filed Sep 4, 2007 · Brakes, Transmission · 75,000 miles · VA

Our 4 year old child was able to put our 2001 chevy suburban in gear without starting the car or pressing his foot on the brake. The car starting rolling down the hill. Fortunately my wife was able to jump in the window and press the brake to stop the car. We were very lucky that none of the children in the area were hurt and that no property was damaged other than a small piece of fence. Apparently with the key in the ignition and in the first "accessory" position you are able to take the car out of park without depressing the brake pedal. I tried this on several other chevy models that have the gear shift on the column and you are able to do the same thing. I called chevy and the dealer and they both said that this should not happen and to bring it in for repair. The dealer even went to the lot and did what I described on a 2006 suburban and agreed that it did happen when he did it. If this in fact the way the car is manufactured it would be nice if they acknowledged that fact and put it in the owners manual. *tr updated 12/12/2007 *bf the consumer stated the manufacturer is being phased out, however would like to be notified if the older owners would be notified. Updated 12/12/07

Filed Dec 7, 2006 · Transmission · 76,231 miles · DE

Transmission on a 2001 chevy suburban with 76000 miles failed while on expressway almost caused an accident.

Filed Mar 23, 2006 · Transmission · 71,000 miles · MD

Leaking front differential seals on a 2001 chevrolet suburban, 1500, 4wd.

Filed Mar 11, 2006 · Transmission · 20,000 miles · CA

I purchased a 2001 chevrolet suburban in late 2005. We are currently on our third transmission with this vehicle. The first one locked up at 20 m miles and was replaced under warranty. The second failed at about 98 m and cost us about $2500 to replace as gm only offered a 1 yr. Warranty on replacement transmissions at that time. I'm already concerned about the third transmission as it occasionally has trouble dropping into first upon stopping. I think gm has a problem here that they are failing to own up to. My only consolation is this transmission has a three year warranty.

Filed Jan 26, 2006 · Transmission · 78,000 miles · LA

Transmission failures in 1999 through 2002 chevrolet tahoe's, suburbans, and k1500 trucks. I have owned several chevrolet vehicles. In my small circle of acquaintances, I have experienced what I believe to be too many transmission failures by the afore mentioned vehicles. My brother in law just had to have his k1500 transmission changed out. My brothers son had to have his 2001 k1500 transmission changed out at 60000 miles. My brother has had two transmissions changed out in his 2002 tahoe. And finally, today january 26, 2006, my wifes transmission in her 2001 suburban with only 78000, never used to tow anything but a lawn mower trailer, just went out with several school kids on board on a very busy road with no shoulders. This could have turned into a bad situation. What is the deal?

Filed Jul 17, 2005 · Transmission · 16,000 miles · NJ

Catastrophic failure of transmission; lost all forward gears on nj turnpike after slowing down for stopped traffic. Transmission had to be completely rebuilt. Only 16,000 miles on vehicle; 1 yr 11 months old.

Filed Jun 28, 2005 · Transmission · 64,000 miles · PA

Dt: caller says axle on driver's side broke about 1 years ago. Dealer examined the other side, then said it was alright. Dealer fixed the problem at manufacturer's expense. Currently, brakes started making a noise, and the passenger's side axle broke. Dealer said it was caller's problem. Manufacturer could not find any records of first owner, and said they will not pay for getting it fixed.

Filed Apr 25, 2005 · Transmission · 61,000 miles · GA

Transmission failure... Replaced transmission at 32000 miles and again at 61000 miles.