Recalls ·2001 Chevrolet Express 1500/2500 2WD

2001 Chevrolet Express 1500/2500 2WD recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2001 Chevrolet Express 1500/2500 2WD; the most frequently affected component is equipment. Owners filed 5 complaints, most often about steering. Among the 3 model years of this model in the database, 2001 ranks #2 for number of recalls.

Recalls1
Complaints5

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Recalls (1)

EquipmentCampaign 07E088000 · 24 Oct 2007

Problem: Certain honeywell fram racing brand hp4 and hp8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. The affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially. The date code and part number appear on the filter housing. Fram racing hp4 and hp8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. The gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures.

Risk: This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.

Remedy: Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. The recall began during november 2007. Owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.

What owners complain about

Share of the 5 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Steering1 · 20%
Exterior lighting1 · 20%
Engine and engine cooling1 · 20%
Tires1 · 20%
Seats1 · 20%

When complaints were filed

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From owner complaints

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet express 1500. While attempting to make a right turn into a parking lot, the power steering failed. There were no warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The steering became extremely stiff and required all of the contact's strength to maneuver. An independent mechanic…

Steering · Jun 2009 · NHTSA complaint record

2001 chevy express van/45,000 miles (purchased when new).antifreeze leaking out because intake manifold gasket is leaking. Although svc. Bulletins/defect investigations exist for this problem, dealers service dept. States extensive cost to repair this is not covered by warranty or any chevy/gm warranty adjustment.…

Engine and engine cooling · Feb 2007 · NHTSA complaint record

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet express 1500 equipped with tbc sigma shadow tires, size p235/75/r15. While driving 60 mph, the left rear side tire began making noises and there was a loud tug. After stopping, the contact noticed that about 95% of the tread was off the tires. Neither the dealer nor the…

Tires · Jan 2011 · NHTSA complaint record

The driver's seat base continues to separate from the seat riser frame. The seat base has been replaced 7 or 8 times by the dealer since 2004. It is now broken again and has been for at least a year. I have only 048409 miles on this van and i am the only driver since new. I weigh only 200 lbs. And i don't think it is…

Seats · Apr 2010 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

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Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.