NHTSA model-year recall report

2001 Chevrolet C Series Recalls

2 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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Affected systems

Urgent advisories

Sep 1, 2001

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At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is equal to the Chevrolet C Series average of 2.0 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Seat Belts › Front › Retractor, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2001 Chevrolet C Series recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 01I016000

Fuel System, Other

Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Reported Sep 1, 2001

What is recalled

THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 2001 CHEVROLET AND GMC C-SERIES MEDIUM DUTY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN IMPCO LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS (LPG) CONVERSION KIT. THE ENGINE COULD BACKFIRE CAUSING THE INLET ELBOW TO SEPARATE FROM ITS THROTTLE BODY.

Safety consequence

IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR, THE INLET ELBOW WOULD BE RETAINED BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD STOP RUNNING DUE TO INADEQUATE FUEL SUPPLY.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALER WILL INSTALL A NEW ALUMINUM INLET ELBOW AT NO CHARGE TO THE CONSUMER.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 01V159000

Seat Belts › Front › Retractor

Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Reported May 17, 2001

What is recalled

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PICKUP AND UTILITY TRUCKS. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE AN INTERNAL COMPONENT IN THE OUTBOARD SEAT BELT RETRACTORS FOR THE 2ND AND 3RD ROW OF SEATS THAT COULD BE CRACKED. WITH REPEATED ACTUATION OF THE LOCKING MECHANISM, THE CRACK COULD SPREAD TO THE POINT SUCH THAT THE SEAT BELT WOULD NO LONGER LOCK.

Safety consequence

IN A CRASH, INCREASED OCCUPANT INJURY COULD RESULT FROM THE NO-LOCK CONDITION.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE OUTBOARD SEAT BELTS FOR SPECIFIC LOT NUMBERS AND REPLACE THE BELTS IF NECESSARY. GM IS ENCLOSING AN INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR THE OWNERS TO USE OR THEY CAN HAVE THEIR DEALERS DO THE INSPECTIONS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 2, 2001. 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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Chevrolet C Series model years

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2001 Chevrolet C Series recall questions

How many recalls does the 2001 Chevrolet C Series have?

This verified dataset contains 2 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2001 Chevrolet C Series. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2001 Chevrolet C Series?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology