Does the 2001 GMC Sierra 3500 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2001 GMC Sierra 3500, the most recent reported on November 26, 2004 (Equipment adaptive/mobility). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 GMC Sierra 3500?

Owners have filed 36 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes, hydraulic (10 complaints), followed by engine and engine cooling (6).

How many 2001 GMC Sierra 3500 complaints mention a crash or fire?

3 of 36 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2001 GMC Sierra 3500 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 36 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2001 GMC Sierra 3500.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2001 GMC Sierra 3500 recalls

Equipment adaptive/mobility

NHTSA campaign 04V562000 · reported November 26, 2004 · MOBILITY WORKS · 1,660 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain vans equipped with sure-lok wheelchair securement systems, the sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly is out of alignment.
The risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly resulting in injuries to a wheelchair occupant.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the wheelchair securement retractors as necessary. Sure-lok will handle the repairs for this campaign. Owners should contact sure-lock at 1-908-231-1804 or mobilityworks at 1-800-769-8267.

Interior lighting

NHTSA campaign 01V220000 · reported June 26, 2001 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 38,863 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: These conditions could result in reduced braking capability, which could lead to a crash.
The fix: Dealers will change the location of a wire connection in the underhood bussed electrical center. Owner notification began july 9, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Service brakes, hydraulic10
Engine and engine cooling6
Fuel system, gasoline4
Service brakes4
Fuel system, other3
Engine2
Structure2
Tires2
Air bags1
Electrical system1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Feb 16, 2021 · Electrical system · fire reported
THE TRUCK HAS LOW MILEAGE FOR IT'S AGE BUT IT 3 TIMES STARTING IN 2005 IT HAS CAUGHT FIRE IN AND AROUND THE BATTERY/ALTERNATOR. I'VE GIVEN GMC MULTIPLE TIMES TO FIX THE PROBLEM BUT IT JUST HAPPENED AGAIN. IT HAPPENED ON THE HIGHWAY AT FIRST AND IT HAPPENED IN MY DRIVEWAY THE OTHER DAY.

Oct 25, 2018 · Engine · 98 miles
SOLD ME A "GOOD RUNNING VEHICLE" THAT THE FUEL SYSTEM FAILED CAUSE ENGINE TO SHUTDOWN, CAUSED NO BRAKING, VEHICLE PULLED OUT OF CENTER DO TO STEERING COMPONENTS, NO SAFETY BELTS IN REAR OF VEHICLE

May 12, 2016 · Structure · 240,000 miles
I ALMOST RAN INTO ANOTHER CAR BECAUSE THE OTHER DRIVER STOPPED SUDDENLY AND I HAD TO PUMP THE BRAKES OVER AND OVER TO STOP WHEN THE RUSTED LINE BROKE. I WAS ON A CITY STREET DRIVING SPEED LIMIT AND WAS LUCKY TO BE ABLE TO STOP. I WAS TOWING MY TRAILER LAST WEEK AND ALMOST LOST THE TRAILER BECAUSE THE ENTIRE UNDERBODY…

Nov 7, 2014 · Service brakes · 75,000 miles · crash reported
BRAKE LINE RUPTURED LEADING TO COMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKING. HIT CAR IN FRONT OF ME AS IT CAME TO A STOP. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THAT THE BRAKES HAVE FAILED DUE TO BRAKE LINE RUPTURE DUE TO EXCESSIVE CORROSION OF THE BRAKE LINE METAL. PLEASE FORCE GM TO ISSUE A RECALL.

Jul 18, 2014 · Fuel system, gasoline · 19,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 GMC 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE INJECTION PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED…

Sierra 3500 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2000	2	26	3	1
2001	2	36	3	1
2002	2	20	3	1
2003	0	7	1	0
2004	0	24	0	2

Across all years, the 2020 Sierra 3500 has the most complaints (51). All GMC Sierra 3500 years →

Questions

Does the 2001 GMC Sierra 3500 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2001 GMC Sierra 3500, the most recent reported on November 26, 2004 (Equipment adaptive/mobility). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 GMC Sierra 3500?: Owners have filed 36 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes, hydraulic (10 complaints), followed by engine and engine cooling (6).
How many 2001 GMC Sierra 3500 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 3 of 36 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received February 16, 2021.