2001 GMC Sierra 1500 GMC Sierra 1500 2001

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2001 GMC Sierra 1500 repairs by problem area

Engine (36%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)

Brakes and Traction Control (13%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (13%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)

Other (4%)

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2001 GMC Sierra 1500 electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (43%)

< $100 (57%)

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2001 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

325-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD

138300 mi

US $30
recharged ac due to blowing hot air. seemed to fix the problem 

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2001 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

285-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

179000 mi

US $13
Fan only operated in fast speed. Replaced the blower motor resistor. DRL bulb required replacement. 
185000 mi

US $80
Replaced starter 
166500 mi

US $300
OEM radio died after 12 years. 

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2001 GMC Sierra 1500 2dr Regular Cab 6.5ft bed

200-horsepower 4.3L V6 5-speed manual RWD

107000 mi

US $300
Inlet Air Door actuator replaced due to bad unit and mode door actuator replaced due to bad unit. 
113000 mi

US $55
Inlet Air door actuator failed. 

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2001 GMC Sierra 1500 Electrical Problems

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