2001 GMC C Series Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2001 GMC C Series recalls

Most common 2001 GMC C Series problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	1
Parking Brake	1

What owners report

2012-03-15, Parking Brake
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 GMC C6500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PARKING BRAKE FAILED AND WOULD NOT HOLD THE VEHICLE IN PLACE WHEN IT WAS APPLIED. IN ADDITION, THE PARKING BRAKE WOULD NOT ALWAYS RELEASE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT THEY COULD NOT FIND ANY FAILURE WITH THE PARKING BRAKE. THERE WAS A PREVIOUS DEFECT INVESTIGATION UNDER NHTSA ACTION NUMBER PE03057 (PARKING BRAKE). THIS INVESTIGATION DID NOT WARRANT A RECALL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT IT WAS IMPOSSIBLE TO GET THE MANUFACTURER ON THE PHONE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 115,000. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN.

2002-02-26, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
FIRE TRUCK ABS SENSOR LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND REPLACED ALL FOUR SENSORS, BUT PROBLEM IS STILL OCCURRING. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

2001 GMC C Series questions

Does the 2001 GMC C Series have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2001 GMC C Series: Seat Belts:Front:Retractor. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 GMC C Series?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1), Parking Brake (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2001 GMC C Series has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.