2001 Chevrolet Van
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Owner complaints
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- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Diesel · Fuel system, diesel
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 › Tread/belt
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…
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 tires. One had the tread separate and when we pulled to the side I-95, we noticed the other three were separating as well. The tread separation of the left rear on this van resulted in the rupturing of the rear coolant line from the section of tread impacting the line. Both vans were chevrolet. *tr
- Structure › Body › Door
Automatic doors (side and rear) malfunctions during cold weather and when it rains. *tr
- Fuel system, other › Storage › Fuel gauge system
The fuel gage doe not accurately reflect the amount of fuel in the tank. *tr
- Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator · Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers · Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe · Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner · Exterior lighting › Tail lights › Switch · Exterior lighting › Turn signal › Switch
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.…
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 given time. this has been going on for a couple of years, on and off. we took it to the dealer while under warranty, and they couldn't find anything. we then took it again off warranty and they still couldn't find anything. As time passed, it begun to happen more often and become a problem. I became a nervous wreck while driving, hoping and praying it would make it to each destination. In february 2007 it happened several times to and from work and this one was the last straw, it stalled on the freeway while driving 60 mph and blocked traffic. I took it to my mechanic to get the job done. the dealer IS completely useless. in addition to my problem, the light panels melted in the rear lights, the turn signal switch burned out, the fuse box was shorted out, the dealer installed anti-theft system was installed incorrectly and also shut our system down, had to have removed. Rear ac blower had to be replaced, now the ac system doesn't work at all, needs new condenser. Lights and instrument panel flickered due to alternator going out, had to have alternator replaced. We will never buy a chevrolet again... Unfortunately we have had a very bad experience with this vehicle and the dealer; coincidentally, could never figure out what was wrong while under warranty. *ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission › Torque converter
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
- Engine and engine cooling
Well its my first gm. Im a ford man myself but my wife wanted a chevy venture so I got her a 2001. so far ive had the ac condenser replaced and the back head gasket IS now leaking at 50,000mls I wish it was a ford. I have a 1990 ford F150 with over 300,000mls I did replace the motor in it though at 177,000 so they all have problems but fords arnt as many.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling
While driving the vehicle inadvertently stalls. When taken to get serviced they could not determine the cause of this.
- Engine and engine cooling
2001 chevrolet venture LT, took into dealer regarding the engine took a long time to warm up and the temperature guage fluctuated. dealer diagnosed problem to be a leaking head gasket and intake manifold gasket. dealer replaced items at cost to consumer.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Thursday dec. 30TH our 2001 chevrolet venture van experienced a major coolant failure that could have left my wife and 3 children stranded on the highway. Fortunatly they were close to home whe it happened. The chevy dealer replaced the lower intake manifold gasket and the valve cover gaskets and…
Thursday dec. 30TH our 2001 chevrolet venture van experienced a major coolant failure that could have left my wife and 3 children stranded on the highway. Fortunatly they were close to home whe it happened. The chevy dealer replaced the lower intake manifold gasket and the valve cover gaskets and the distributor o-ring. The 2ND incident occured on friday january 7TH. The water pump failed it was replaced by dealer. 3RD incident, january 9TH coolant IS again leaking from the engine. Will take to dealer again on monday.*ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Intermittent transmission slip- inability to use reverse and/or drive. my 2001 chevy venture has been in for service at my local chvey dealership numerous times for this problem over the past 3-4 months. the vehicle has 22K miles. guess what the service manager told me after today's tow to…
Intermittent transmission slip- inability to use reverse and/or drive. my 2001 chevy venture has been in for service at my local chvey dealership numerous times for this problem over the past 3-4 months. the vehicle has 22K miles. guess what the service manager told me after today's tow to the dealer ?? no problem could be found - the vehicle -"operates as designed" amazingly enough when my wife went to back out of the parking spot we were in we could not move. the vehicle was making a loud grinding noise and sounded as if something was spinning inside the transmission. the vehicle and one point lurched backward as my wife continued in an attempt to back the vehicle up to no avail -and stopped abruptly. we could not use drive either it would only move at a snails pace. unfortunately the vehicle has been repaired and I'm still having intermittent problems. the last time it was in for this problem I almost instantly had the problem again. when I brought it back for repair - they said they filled the fluid and everything was fine and it was until today! - for the amount of similar complaints on this vehicle - I would hope for a recall soon! isn't it strange how a lot of people are having this problem however most of what I've read in other posts say "dealer service could not duplicate the problem" ?? *Jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
While driving brake pedal went to the floor due to a malfunction within brake system which was designed with brake line next to exhaust, causing brake line to melt. Dealer has yet to be contacted. Please provide further details.*ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
While driving brake pedal went to the floor due to a malfunction within anti-lock brake system, which was designed with brake line located next to exhaust system ,causing brake lines to melt. Dealer has yet to be contatced. Please provide further details. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
While driving brake pedal went to the floor due to a malfunction within brake system which was a design flaw within brake line next to exhaust, causing brake line to melt. Please provide further details. *ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Hydraulic pump failres
Gm IS conducting a recall on all subject vehicles build between may 1999 and october 14, 1999.significant changes were incorporated into production in early october 1999, and vehicles built after that date have lower warranty failure rates.the complaint and warranty data appear to support the effectiveness of these…
Gm IS conducting a recall on all subject vehicles build between may 1999 and october 14, 1999.significant changes were incorporated into production in early october 1999, and vehicles built after that date have lower warranty failure rates.the complaint and warranty data appear to support the effectiveness of these changes. Gm made additional changes in november 1999, february 2000, may 2001, and february 2004.odi will continue to monitor this problem and will take further action, if warranted, in the future.for further technical details see the attached engineering analysis report.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 11006621Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some exceptions). The updating of modules is completed in parallel instead of the technician needing to update one module at a time. This allows a more streamlined approach for dealers and customers.
- 11006421GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities. The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or inadequate packaging or shipping. This bulletin advises the dealers to be more careful not to damage the transmissions during removal and to package the core properly for return.
- 11004761This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
- 11004557This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 11002312This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491, E4492, or E6961 and resolution information.
- 10251890This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
- 10250775This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
- 10249590This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 10249579This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
- 10249011This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
- 10248444Vehicle Recalls
- 10247681Information On Requests To Add OnStar Bluetooth Option.
- 10247552This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
- 10246952Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
- 10246951Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
- 10246631Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- 10245951Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls And Turn By Turn Inoperative In The United States.
- 10245950Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls In The United States
- 10244274This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
- 10244201This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
- 10242843The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay.
- 10242262This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.
- 10235799This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
- 10234110This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
- 10232287This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10232136This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10228888This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or P0455 Set.
- 10227056This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
- 10225615This service bulletin provides information on Module Harvesting.
- 10224820This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
- 10222839This service bulletin provides information on Handling Requests for Modifications to Permanently Import/Export Vehicles Between the U.S. and Canada.
- 10222796This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
- 10220319This diagnostic tip advises the tech not to separate the flexplate from the torque convertor or damage my occur if the engine is started while diagnosing for noise from the engine or transmission.
- 10219266This bulletin provides information on tools available to find an intake vacuum leak or exhaust leak to correct a condition of MIL Illuminated with Multiple Fuel Trim and/or Oxygen Sensor Codes Set.
- 10214869This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
- 10209980This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
- 10209921This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
- 10201115OnStar Voice Fallback Number Update
- 10190934Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form of corrosion. This corrosion may be red in appearance (rust) if the component is steel, forged iron or cast iron. This corrosion may also be grey or white in color if the component is constructed of an aluminum alloy.
- 10190933Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form of corrosion. This corrosion may be red in appearance (rust) if the component is steel, forged iron or cast iron. This corrosion may also be grey or white in color if the component is constructed of an aluminum alloy.
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