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2001 GMC Envoy problems

The most common problem on the 2001 GMC Envoy is electrical system. It has fewer complaints than a typical Envoy model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Year score
95/100
Owner complaints
5
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
301
Worst area
Electrical

The worst 2001 GMC Envoy problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Electrical
    3
  • Airbags
    1
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Suspension
    1
  • Transmission
    1

Problems by type

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  • Electrical
    3
  • Airbags
    1
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Suspension
    1
  • Transmission
    1
  • Visibility
    1

Recalls 1

Structure: bodyReported November 13, 2000 · 13,893 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impacts." these vehicles have a console cover/armrest cam latch that could release at less than the required load of the standard.
Risk
During a crash, the console cover could open and the cover or items stored under it could injury an occupant.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the console latch mechanism.

Recall number 00V375000 · Recall details

See all 1 recalls for the 2001 GMC Envoy

Defect investigations

Hazard light switch failureOpened February 28, 2008, closed July 9, 2008

On november 30, 2001, general motors (gm) conducted safety recall 01v‑364 for the subject vehicles built between september 16, 1999 and august 28, 2001 to remedy a defective hazard switch that would cause a loss of hazard and stop lamp illumination.the hazard switch is contained within the vehicle multifunction switch.odi opened this investigation based on reports that some consumers were not notified of the original recall or that they had repairs done under 01v‑364 but experienced subsequent multifunction switch failures.the multifunction switch supports the operation of cruise control, windshield wipers, exterior lighting and turn signals in addition to hazard and stop lamps. On may 21, 2008, gm notified the agency that it erroneously missed identifying 5,862 vehicles that should have been included in recall 01v‑364.gm will now notify owners of these vehicles under a new the federal safety agency recall number 08v‑231.owner notification began on june 17.the primary cause of brake lamp failure was a design change from copper to brass contact material in the hazard switch.this change was effective for vehicles built after september 16, 1999.gm changed the material back to copper for vehicles built after august 28, 2001. The remedy part for both 01v‑364 and 08v‑231 contains copper contacts.gm's data shows that less than 1% of vehicles repaired under recall 01v‑364 required additional subsequent repair or replacement of the hazard or multifunction switch.this investigation is closed.

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Technical service bulletins for the 2001 GMC Envoy 301

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 301 bulletins for the 2001 GMC Envoy

What 2001 GMC Envoy owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 21, 2009 · Electrical · OK

I own 2 envoy's 1 is a 03 and the other one is a 05 my 03 oil pressure and tach. Gauge messes up from time to time... My 05 oil pressure and speedometer doesn't work. I called gmc and they said to contact you... My air bag light stays on my 03, I'm guessing that means it won't work if needed.....

Filed Nov 17, 2006 · Transmission · 50,102 miles · NV

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle shuddered while braking to a stop and accelerating from a stop. While braking, the vehicle also jerked forward slightly as if trying to accelerate. The vehicle was then parked and shut off. When the vehicle was restarted and shifted into reverse, the vehicle did not move. The transmission was then shifted into drive, but again did not move. A service dealer was notified, but the vehicle was not taken in for service.

Filed Jul 23, 2004 · Airbags, Electrical · 46,000 miles · PA

Consumer took the vehicle in to have the ball joints replaced at the dealer. After receiving the vehicle back consumer found that the horn no longer worked. Also, dealer examined the vehicle air bag module was defective.

Filed Dec 31, 2001 · Electrical · CA

Vehicle stalled out on highway and died without warning due to a defective wire harness. Dealer has inspected vehicle and will replace wire harness.*ak everthing shut down and the message displayed on the console to check brake system. Dealership installed wire harness and new PCM.

Filed Nov 15, 2001 · Fuel system, Visibility · MA

During normal operation of vehicle, engine check light illuminated, and then went off intermittently. Dealership has not been able to reproduce the problem.*ak consumer also stated that driver door mirror changes positons every time the vehicle is put into reverse, the memory does not retain setting position, gas mileage is poor.

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Questions about the 2001 GMC Envoy

Is the 2001 GMC Envoy reliable?

Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2001 GMC Envoy, fewer than a typical Envoy model year.

What is the 2001 GMC Envoy year score?

The 2001 GMC Envoy scores 95 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the GMC Envoy: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 GMC Envoy?

Electrical system, with 3 complaints. Next is airbags (1).

How many recalls does the 2001 GMC Envoy have?

1 recall, covering structure.

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