What's New for 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD
Knowing how much a vehicle has changed from previous model years can help provide additional context when reviewing reliability ratings. Our Editors give you the bottom-line on what's new, the pros, the cons and more.
What's New for 2001
Both light- and heavy-duty 2500s sport new torsion bar front suspensions. Light-duty models get an 8,600-pound Gross Vehicle Weight Rating in addition to optional traction control and standard child safety-seat tether hooks. Heavy-duty models are completely redesigned for 2001 offering two new engines and transmissions, bigger interiors and numerous other improvements. Read More
Long-Term Reliability Ratings by Identifix
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2001 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Reliability Rating
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Occasional problems on this vehicle are failures of the Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) Vent Hose Assembly, all engines, and the Fuel Pump, 6.0L VIN U and 8.1L VIN G engines only. A periodic problem on this vehicle is failure of the Catalytic Converters (on 4.8L, 5.3L and 6.0L engines only). The cost to replace the EVAP Vent Hose Assembly is $178.00 for parts and $39.00 for labor. The cost to replace the Fuel Pump is $401.13 for parts and $312.00 for labor. The cost to replace both Catalytic Converters is $910.00 for parts and $221.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax. |
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An occasional problem is the failure of the Antilock Brake System (ABS) Control Module. A periodic problem on this vehicle is the Front Wheel Speed Sensor (WSS). Problems with the Front WSS can cause the Antilock Brake System (ABS) to operate the brakes incorrectly. Sometimes the Front Wheel Speed Sensor (WSS) problem can be repaired without replacing either of the Front Wheel Speed Sensors. The cost to replace the ABS Control Module is $830.22 for parts and $136.50 for labor. The cost to clean the Front Wheel Speed Sensor (WSS) mounting surface is estimated at $65.00 per side. The cost to replace the Front Wheel Speed Sensor is estimated at $111.00 for parts and $84.50 for labor per wheel Prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax. |
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An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Ignition Lock Cylinder and Housing Assembly. This engages the antitheft system and prevents the engine from starting. The cost to repair the Ignition Lock Cylinder and Housing is estimated at $183.75 for parts and $84.50 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or applicable taxes. |
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An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Fuel Level Sensor, gasoline engines only. The cost to replace the Fuel Level Sensor is $143.92 for parts and $260.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax. |
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Reliability ratings displayed above reflect style specific standard features and may vary from aggregated values displayed for the same year in the historical model overview below.
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