2001 Chevrolet Van recalls & problems
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls for the 2001 Chevrolet Van and 14 owner complaints. The part owners complain about most is engine and engine cooling (6 reports), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (5). NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation that include this vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers – enter your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your car still has an open recall.
2001 Chevrolet Van problems by component
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Electrical System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Power Train | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Equipment | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Structure | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
NHTSA investigations
- EA04012 – Hydraulic pump failres opened Apr 30, 2004, closed Feb 28, 2005
Latest owner complaints
Fuel System, Diesel · Aug 13, 2014 · VA
2001 chevrolet 3500. Consumer writes in regards to pump control module failure. *smd the consumer stated when the pump control failed, the van stopped running. The first one failed at 30,000 miles and the second pump failed at 77,000. *jb
Engine and Engine Cooling · Aug 13, 2014 · VA
2001 chevrolet 3500. Consumer writes in regards to pump control module failure. *smd the consumer stated when the pump control failed, the van stopped running. The first one failed at 30,000 miles and the second pump failed at 77,000. *jb
Tires · Apr 21, 2008 · MD
Gsa issued vehicle. 15 pax vans are fitted with either the firestone steeltex or goodyear tires. During two different trips to norfolk, va with two different vans, we experienced tread separations. The first incident occurred with the lone steeltex on the vehicle. The other tires were the goodyear brand. The second incident involved a 15 pax van fitted with four steeltex…
Structure · Apr 14, 2008 · NC
Automatic doors (side and rear) malfunctions during cold weather and when it rains. *tr
Fuel System, Other · Dec 27, 2007 · 89,000 miles · IN
The fuel gage doe not accurately reflect the amount of fuel in the tank. *tr
Electrical System · Apr 4, 2007 · CA
Our 2001 chevrolet venture only has 78,000 miles on it and has been a problem from about the time we purchased it. In the past two months , february/march 2007 we have put $5000 into our van. We replaced the intake gasket for the second time. The first one was done by the dealer, very poor job. We had numerous electrical problems. The engine would turn off while driving at any…
Electrical System · Apr 4, 2007 · CA
Our 2001 chevrolet venture only has 78,000 miles on it and has been a problem from about the time we purchased it. In the past two months , february/march 2007 we have put $5000 into our van. We replaced the intake gasket for the second time. The first one was done by the dealer, very poor job. We had numerous electrical problems. The engine would turn off while driving at any…
Exterior Lighting · Apr 4, 2007 · CA
Our 2001 chevrolet venture only has 78,000 miles on it and has been a problem from about the time we purchased it. In the past two months , february/march 2007 we have put $5000 into our van. We replaced the intake gasket for the second time. The first one was done by the dealer, very poor job. We had numerous electrical problems. The engine would turn off while driving at any…
Exterior Lighting · Apr 4, 2007 · CA
Our 2001 chevrolet venture only has 78,000 miles on it and has been a problem from about the time we purchased it. In the past two months , february/march 2007 we have put $5000 into our van. We replaced the intake gasket for the second time. The first one was done by the dealer, very poor job. We had numerous electrical problems. The engine would turn off while driving at any…
Equipment · Apr 4, 2007 · CA
Our 2001 chevrolet venture only has 78,000 miles on it and has been a problem from about the time we purchased it. In the past two months , february/march 2007 we have put $5000 into our van. We replaced the intake gasket for the second time. The first one was done by the dealer, very poor job. We had numerous electrical problems. The engine would turn off while driving at any…
Engine and Engine Cooling · Apr 4, 2007 · CA
Our 2001 chevrolet venture only has 78,000 miles on it and has been a problem from about the time we purchased it. In the past two months , february/march 2007 we have put $5000 into our van. We replaced the intake gasket for the second time. The first one was done by the dealer, very poor job. We had numerous electrical problems. The engine would turn off while driving at any…
Power Train · Mar 10, 2005 · 67,000 miles · GA
At 67,000 miles and 4 years old our venture is having to undergo a complete transmission ovehaul. The mechanic said he has seen these at 100000 miles but not 67K000 this is rediculous.*ak
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2001 Chevrolet Van have any recalls?
No safety recalls are listed for the 2001 Chevrolet Van in NHTSA's recall database. Recalls can still be issued later, so check again by VIN before buying.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Chevrolet Van?
Based on 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are engine and engine cooling (6), service brakes, hydraulic (5), electrical system (2).
Have there been crashes or injuries linked to the 2001 Chevrolet Van?
Owners reported 0 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injury and 0 deaths in complaints to NHTSA. These are unverified owner reports, not findings of fault.
Is NHTSA investigating the 2001 Chevrolet Van?
NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation that include this vehicle, most recently EA04012: Hydraulic pump failres.