2001 Chevrolet S10 recalls and problems

The 2001 Chevrolet S10 has 1 safety recall and 309 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

309

Crashes / fires

20 / 6

Injuries / deaths

27 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2001 Chevrolet S10 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2001 Chevrolet S10 recalls

Recall 00V-228: Seat Belts

Reported Aug 7, 2000 · 156,305 vehicles affected · GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles, light duty trucks, sport utility vehicles, and mini vans equipped with trw seat belt buckle assemblies. The buckle base of these seat belt assemblies were not properly heat treated and therefore do not pass the load bearing requirement of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies."

Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant may not be properly restrained.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the vehicle's safety belt buckle assembly date codes and, if necessary, will replace any safety belt buckle assembly.

2001 Chevrolet S10 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Structure	75
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	56
Electrical System	31
Engine and Engine Cooling	29
Latches/Locks/Linkages	22
Suspension	21
Power Train	19
Fuel System, Gasoline	19
Steering	16
Air Bags	12
Fuel System, Other	12
Tires	11

Most reported parts

Structure › Body › Tailgate › Hinge and Attachments — 54
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 31
Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 11
Structure › Body — 10
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump — 10
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Tailgate › Latch — 10
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 10
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 9

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 49,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2001 Chevrolet S10 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Structure · reported Jul 12, 2026

The door latch, that holds your door shut.The wells on them broke and the passenger door came open while going down the road.Big concern had to get it rewelded

Engine · reported Aug 17, 2023

I'm having a problem with I believe it's the fuel sensor my truck gets up to a certain temperature and it just dies and it's not just my truck it's in a lot of the newer model Colorado's as well I have a friend who's having the same exact problem as I am when it gets up past 95 degrees, the truck just all of a sudden stops in the engine turns off, and you have to try and steer your truck without any power steering, the reason I am filing this is if this happens in the middle of the road it could possibly cause an accident and that would be no good and it only happens when it is hot outside in…

Unknown or Other · reported Apr 18, 2023

I never received Safety Recall# 06020 Galvanized Defective Tailgate Cables that snap/break due to corrosion inside the cable causing the tailgate to fall down while opened. Both my cables have been torn/broken caused by the rust thru for quit some time. My son told me recently, that he had received the Recall Notice a number of years ago and the Chevy Dealer replaced his cables; his S-10 cables are good/solid no problems. I am meticulous with records and surely would have told the Dealer and had them replaced during the recall period. What should I do as I never received the Recall Notice at…

Structure · at 187,933 miles · reported Mar 18, 2021

Truck has ABS lights on when driving at lower speeds as soon as the fluids are not cold the check gushes light comes on and the oil pressure gauge needle drops until the throttle is again depressed... Also ABS in rear shakes whole truck when going below 50mph and then continues up to 80mph before subsiding. The truck has serious steering issues constant leaks caused I'm sure my rack and pinion are worn down as well as now my tires and supension I have so many problems like the interior is crumbling to pieces the body has giant holes from improper painting options on this model I have over…

Exterior Lighting · at 330,000 miles · reported Feb 11, 2020

The contact owns a 2001 chevrolet s10. The contact was pulled over by a police officer and informed that the brake lights and signal lights were inoperable. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. Upon investigation the contact associated the failure with NHTSA campaign number: 01v364000 (Exterior lighting). Ed bozarth chevrolet located at 2001 s havana st, aurora, co 80014, was contacted and made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was informed of failure. The failure mileage was 330,000.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Chevrolet S10 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2001 Chevrolet S10: 00V-228 (seat belts). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 Chevrolet S10?

Owners report structure problems most often (75 reports), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (56). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 49,000 miles.

Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.