2001 GMC C6500 recalls and problems
The 2001 GMC C6500 has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any GMC dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2001 GMC C6500 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2001 GMC C6500 recalls
Recall 02V-183: Fuel System, Gasoline
Problem: On certain medium duty trucks equipped with 8.1 l engines and left hand or dual fuel tanks, some of these vehicles have a condition where the fuel filter-to-component box mounting bolts are reversed. With the bolts reversed, the threaded bolt end is oriented toward the front wall of the left hand fuel tank.
Risk: In the event of a frontal crash, the threaded end of the bolts could pierce the front wall of the fuel tank resulting in flue leakage. If an ignition source were present, fuel leakage could result in a vehicle fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and correctly install the two fuel filter mounting bolts, if necessary. Owner notification began august 8, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782.
Recall 00V-232: Service Brakes, Air
Problem: Vehicle description: school buses, medium duty trucks and tractors built with bendix air ABS with an ec-17 1030r electronic control unit (Ecu), there have been reports of unwanted ABS activation at low speeds caused by 1) chafed ABS wheel speed sensor wires on rotating parts or 2) a damaged component at the wheel end that generates a certain type of erratic sensor signal.
Risk: This condition could cause the ABS ECU to exhaust the air at the air brake modulators for one or more of the wheels. This could result in extended braking distances and a possible crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the ABS ECU.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2001 GMC C6500 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2001 GMC C6500: 02V-183 (fuel system, gasoline), 00V-232 (service brakes, air). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are GMC recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized GMC dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.