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2001 GMC Pickup problems

The most common problem on the 2001 GMC Pickup is brakes. Its complaint count is close to a typical Pickup model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
5
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
6
Worst area
Brakes

The worst 2001 GMC Pickup problems

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

  • Brakes
    2
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Steering
    1
  • Tires
    1

Problems by type

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  • Brakes
    2
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Steering
    1
  • Tires
    1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 2001 GMC Pickup 6

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

What 2001 GMC Pickup owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Nov 26, 2005 · Fuel system · 73,500 miles · KY

Fuel level sensor is defective ( will not work 50% of time ).

Filed Mar 8, 2005 · Steering · 80,000 miles · WA · crash

The hydraulic pump and shaft broke. As a result, the steering and brakes failed. Then, vehicle crashed into a pole. No report of air bag deployment.

Filed Sep 14, 2004 · Brakes · 4,800 miles · OH

While driving, upon coming up on a red light or stop sign, brake pedal goes completely to the floor really fast, making a air pressure sound. Also, there are times when it is very hard to stop the vehicle. *ak the dealer suggested that this was a normal problem.

Filed Jul 9, 2004 · Brakes · 95,000 miles · SC

The electronics in the ABS system failed after 3.5 years. Faulty electronics.

Filed Aug 23, 2002 · Tires · KY · 1 injury

While driving, the left rear tire came off the rim, causing a crash. Consumer states that the sidewall is too thin for the heavy duty vehicle, one person was injured in the accident, police officer stated accident was caused by tire failure, firestone, 24575r16.

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Questions about the 2001 GMC Pickup

Is the 2001 GMC Pickup reliable?

Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2001 GMC Pickup, close to a typical Pickup model year.

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

Brakes, with 2 complaints. Next is fuel system (1).

How many recalls does the 2001 GMC Pickup have?

No recalls on record.

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