2001 Chevrolet Silverado Structure Problems
Owners have filed 53 complaints with NHTSA about structure problems on the 2001 Chevrolet Silverado, 6% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 47,250 miles. The words owners use most often: “tailgate cables” (23% of reports).
- 53structure complaints
- 47,250median miles at failure
- 1mention a crash
- 7mention an injury
- 1related recalls
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Tailgate cables: mentioned in 12 of 53 complaints (23%)
- Straps broke: mentioned in 5 of 53 complaints (9%)
- Tail gate: mentioned in 5 of 53 complaints (9%)
At what mileage do structure problems happen?
Based on 28 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 53 complaints, 1 mention a crash, 7 an injury.
Chevrolet Silverado structure complaints by model year
| Model year | Structure complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Silverado | 6 | 5% | 3,000 |
| 2015 Silverado | 3 | 4% | 4,900 |
| 2014 Silverado | 16 | 13% | 3,302 |
| 2013 Silverado | 9 | 14% | 12,000 |
| 2012 Silverado | 14 | 21% | 30,763 |
| 2011 Silverado | 15 | 20% | 43,000 |
| 2010 Silverado | 12 | 19% | 58,000 |
| 2009 Silverado | 14 | 18% | 52,500 |
| 2008 Silverado | 14 | 9% | 50,000 |
| 2007 Silverado | 23 | 13% | 60,000 |
| 2006 Silverado | 6 | 3% | 34,500 |
| 2005 Silverado | 11 | 3% | 42,021 |
| 2004 Silverado | 25 | 4% | 35,661 |
| 2003 Silverado | 19 | 3% | 31,250 |
| 2002 Silverado | 36 | 5% | 49,950 |
| 2001 Silverado | 53 | 6% | 47,250 |
| 2000 Silverado | 94 | 7% | 54,000 |
| 1999 Silverado | 84 | 5% | 95,500 |
| 1998 Silverado | 10 | 4% | 70,000 |
| 1997 Silverado | 7 | 3% | 105,983 |
| 1996 Silverado | 8 | 4% | 13,131 |
| 1995 Silverado | 11 | 4% | 291,500 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Structure:body:tailgate:hinge and attachments
Problem: On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, the galvanized steel tailgate support cables that retain the tailgate in the full open (horizontal) position may corrode, weaken, and eventually fracture. If both cables fractured, the tailgate would suddenly drop and strike the top surface of the rear bumper.
Risk: Anyone sitting or standing on the horizontal surface of the tailgate when both cables fractured could be injured by falling from the tailgate. On vehicles that have had the bumper removed, the tailgate may drop even lower. Additionally, if there is cargo on the tailgate the cargo may fall off if the support cables fracture.
Fix: Dealers will replace the cables. Interim owner notification began on april 7, 20004. The recall began on september 24, 2004, when replacement parts were available, and will continue through october 29, 2004. Owners should contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or gmc at 1-866-996-9463, or visit www.mygmlink.com, and enter your vehicle identification number.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet silverado. The contact stated that he noticed brake fluid leaking from the vehicle and onto the ground. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who stated that the sub frame and brake lines were corroded. The mechanic attempted to put the vehicle on the lift but…
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet silverado. The contact stated that while driving 5 mph, there was a loud noise and the spare tire fell from under the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that the contact would be responsible for the part that would hold the spare…
Consumer took the vehicle to dealer for the repair recall 04v129000 repairs concerning tailgate support cable. Consumer stated that dealer replaced the parts with other defective parts. *ak
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2001 Chevrolet Silverados have structure problems?
No. NHTSA has 53 owner complaints about structure for the 2001 Chevrolet Silverado (6% of the 877 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Chevrolet Silverado structure?
Yes: 1 safety recall list structure. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do structure problems start?
The median reported mileage is 47,250 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about structure problems on the 2001 Chevrolet Silverado?
The most frequent phrase is “tailgate cables”, in 12 of 53 complaints, followed by “straps broke” (5).
Other 2001 Chevrolet Silverado problems
See all 2001 Chevrolet Silverado problems or structure problems across all Silverado years.