2001 GMC Sierra vs 2003 GMC Sierra
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2001 GMC Sierra | 2003 GMC Sierra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 264 | 206 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 471 | 580 |
| Investigations | 8 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 30 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 62,000 mi | 59,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | GMC Sierra | GMC Sierra |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 100 | 38 |
| Service Brakes | 31 | 45 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 31 |
| Power Train | 14 | 29 |
| Steering | 10 | 27 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 22 | 9 |
| Tires | 18 | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 50 | 48 |
| Brake problems | 22 | 20 |
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 9 |
| Stalling | 11 | 5 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 14 |
2001 GMC Sierra
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.