2001 GMC Sonoma: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2001 GMC Sonoma: 1 recall, 89 owner complaints and up to 22 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #00V228003 · 2000 · 156,305 vehicles
What's wrong: The buckle base of these seat belt assemblies were not properly heat treated and therefore do not pass the load bearing requirement of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Why it matters: In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant May not be properly restrained.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the vehicle's safety belt buckle assembly date codes and, if necessary, will replace any safety belt buckle assembly.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 6 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Body & structure (26): the most common themes are rust / corrosion (10).
- Brakes (hydraulic) (13): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (5), noise or vibration (4).
- Transmission & drivetrain (10): the most common themes are noise or vibration (3), stalls / loses power (2), hard / delayed shifting (2).
- Engine & cooling (7): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (3), warning light on (2).
The 2001 GMC Sonoma has 89 owner complaints, ranking #7 of 16 Sonoma model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 84). Complaints peaked in 2005 (18 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 51,874 miles. Neighboring years: 2000 (136 complaints, 3 recalls), 2002 (57 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 25 | 22 | Gasoline or E85 |
| 2.2 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 | Gasoline or E85 |
| 4.3 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 21 | 17 | Regular |
| 4.3 L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 | 20 | 16 | Regular |
| 4.3 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 | 17 | 15 | Regular |
| 4.3 L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 | 17 | 14 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2001 GMC Sonoma have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2001 GMC Sonoma. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2001 GMC Sonoma problems?
Owners have filed 89 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are body & structure (26), brakes (hydraulic) (13), transmission & drivetrain (10).
What gas mileage does the 2001 GMC Sonoma get?
EPA ratings run up to 22 mpg combined (2.2 L, Manual 5-spd), across 6 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2001 GMC Sonoma repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.