Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2001 GMC Sierra 3500, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Service brakes, hydraulic10
- Engine and engine cooling6
- Fuel system, gasoline4
- Service brakes4
- Fuel system, other3
- Tires2
- Structure2
- Engine2
- Latches/locks/linkages1
- Fuel/propulsion system1
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 2 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
Recalls
ON CERTAIN VANS EQUIPPED WITH SURE-LOK WHEELCHAIR SECUREMENT SYSTEMS, THE SPROCKET TEETH OF THE RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY IS OUT OF ALIGNMENT.
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.
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What GMC told its dealers about the 2001 GMC Sierra 3500: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 632326 | INFORMATION ON SERPENTINE BELT IDENTIFICATION AND DIAGNOSIS FOR CERTAIN HD PICKUP MODELS. *TT |
| 631802 | SUBJECT REGARDING SERVICE PARTS RESRICTION PROGRAM FOR ALLISON SERIES 1000 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. *SLC |
| 629551 | SUBJECT REGARDING LAUNCH SHUDDER ON ACCELERATION (INSTALL NEW ONE-PIECE PROPELLER SHAFT) *JG |
| 629495 | SUBJECT REGARDING REVISED DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P1221 SERVICE MANUAL INFORMATION. *TT |
| 627790 | INFORMATION REGARDING FUEL TRANSFER PUMP INOPERATIVE. *YH |
| 627635 | INFORMATION REGARDING SECURITY LAMP ILLUMINATION ON THE INSTUMENT PANEL, ENGINE STALLS. *YH |
| 625163 | INFORMATION REGARDING SECURITY LAMP ILLUMINATING ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL, ENGINE STALL, NO START, AND DIAGNOSIC TROUBLE CODE B2960. *SLC |
| 623574 | INFORMATION REGARDING DURAMAX 6600 DIESEL FUEL SYSTEM.*JB |
| 623566 | SUBJECT PERTAINING TO DURAMAX DIESEL ENGINE THAT WOULD REQUIRE A CYLINDER HEAD REPLACEMENT.*JB |
| 623426 | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN REGARDING FUEL TRANSFER PUMP INOPERATIVE. *TT |
| 623240 | INFORMATION REGARDING NON SERVICEABLE CONNECTORS ON THE FUEL INJECTOR CONTROL MODULE HARNESS FOR THE DURAMAX 6600 DIESEL ENGINE. *YH |
| 623047 | SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT ON A VIBRATION DURING ACCELERATION FROM 0 - 40 KM/H (0 - 25 MPH). *TT |
| 619775 | CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN THAT THE WIPER MOTOR IS INOPERATIVE OR THAT THE WIPER MOTOR FUSE BLOWS REPEATEDLY. *TT |
| 619770 | SUBJECT REGARDING CERTIFICATION AND TIRE PRESSURE LABEL INFORMATION INCORRECT. *TT |
| 619742 | THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN STATES THAT TECHNICIANS MAY EXPERIENCE DIFFICULTY IN REMOVING THE CONNECTORS FROM THE PARK / NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH, USUALLY WHEN TRYING TO REMOVE THE SWITCH DURING TRANSMISSION SERVICE. *TT |
| 619741 | MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) IS ON; THE TRANSMISSION IS STUCK IN THIRD GEAR; AND / OR THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER IS INOPERATIVE. *TT |
| 619715 | SUBJECT ORDERING REFERENCE TABLE FOR ORDERING THE NEW VALVE BODY, SPACER PLATE AND GASKET KIT. *TT |
| 619173 | SOME EXTENDED AND CREW CAB LONG BOX PICKUP MODELS INCLUDING 1999 AND 2001 CHEVROLET K2500 MODELS WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A VIBRATION (LAUNCH SHUDDER) DURING ACCELERATION FROM 0-40 KM/H (0-25). |
| 618681 | FISHER SERVICE BULLETIN REGARDING 7161 KIT FIT-UP TO YEAR 2001 GM TRUCKS. *TT |
| 616397 | INFORMATION ON THE K05 ENGINE BLOCK HEATER. *TT |
| 11010544 | This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil. |
| 11006621 | Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some exceptions). The updating of modules is completed in parallel instead of the technician needing to update one module at a time. This allows a more streamlined approach for dealers and customers. |
| 11006421 | GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities. The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or inadequate packaging or shipping. This bulletin advises the dealers to be more careful not to damage the transmissions during removal and to package the core properly for return. |
| 11004761 | This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up. |
| 11004557 | This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim. |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)
NHTSA investigations
CRANK POSITION SENSOR FAILURE - STALL
HYDRAULIC PUMP SHAFT FAILURES
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation