2001 GMC Sierra suspension problems
15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 2001 GMC Sierra — 6% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Many problems: 4 wheel drive sensor, front end suspension, parking brake, service brakes, anti-lock brakes, speed sensors, radio, center console, engine noise rapping when starting, tailgate cables, anti-theft sensor, and now the battery voltage gauge needle excess dropping when stopping, engine…”
filed Jan 11, 2006
“Dt: the contact stated this vehicle was included in the recall campaign for the abs. The dealer performed the recall repairs, but it did not remedy the problem. The dealer said the problem was the right front hub. The hub has been replaced one time already. After approximately 12,000 miles the…”
filed Nov 7, 2005
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to lube the rear leaf springs on vehicles with the condition of a squeak noise originating from the rear of the vehicle.
06-03-09-004H · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 17, 2017
Suspension problems in other Sierra years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Sierra | 2 | 3% |
| 2015 Sierra | 1 | 2% |
| 2014 Sierra | 5 | 5% |
| 2012 Sierra | 2 | 7% |
| 2011 Sierra | 1 | 2% |
| 2010 Sierra | 1 | 3% |
| 2009 Sierra | 1 | 3% |
| 2008 Sierra | 1 | 1% |
| 2007 Sierra | 2 | 3% |
| 2006 Sierra | 6 | 11% |
| 2005 Sierra | 9 | 8% |
| 2004 Sierra | 3 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2001 GMC Sierra
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.