2001 GMC Sonoma vs 2003 GMC Sonoma
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2001 GMC Sonoma | 2003 GMC Sonoma |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 89 | 39 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 342 | 411 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–22 | 14–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 51,875 mi | 45,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | GMC Sonoma | GMC Sonoma |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 26 | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 13 | 4 |
| Power Train | 10 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 3 |
| Seats | 5 | 3 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 3 | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 14 | 0 |
| Stalling | 9 | 0 |
2001 GMC Sonoma
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.