Complaints
105
Crashes
17
Fires
1
Injuries
18
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2001 Chevrolet Tracker Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#17 complaints
Suspension Failures
Avg mileage:101,022 mi
#26 complaints
Air Bags:Frontal
Avg mileage:99,000 mi
Crash-related:6
#36 complaints
Steering Defects
Avg mileage:36,638 mi
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2001 Chevrolet Tracker.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension Failures | 7 | — | — | 101,022 mi | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 6 | 6 | — | 99,000 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 6 | — | — | 36,638 mi | |
| Structure:Frame And Members | 5 | — | — | 128,290 mi | |
| Structure:Frame And Members:Underbody Shields | 5 | — | — | 88,862 mi | |
| Airbags | 4 | 4 | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Axle Assembly:Axle Shaft:Seal | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Ignition:Switch | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Other Equipment | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Roof And Pillars | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Child Seat:Harness Retainer/Chest Clip | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Suspension Failures
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
101,022
Air Bags:Frontal
6
complaints
Crashes
6
Fires
—
Avg Miles
99,000
Steering Defects
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
36,638
Structure:Frame And Members
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
128,290
Structure:Frame And Members:Underbody Shields
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
88,862
Airbags
4
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Axle Assembly:Axle Shaft:Seal
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Ignition:Switch
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Other Equipment
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structural Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structure:Body:Roof And Pillars
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Child Seat:Harness Retainer/Chest Clip
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Parking-Brake Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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2001 Chevrolet Tracker — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2001 Chevrolet Tracker reliable?
Verdict: High Complaint Volume. The 2001 Chevrolet Tracker has 105 NHTSA complaints, 17 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Suspension Failures with 7 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2001 Chevrolet Tracker?
Top reported problems: Suspension Failures (7 complaints, avg 101,022 mi); Air Bags:Frontal (6 complaints, avg 99,000 mi); Steering Defects (6 complaints, avg 36,638 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2001 Chevrolet Tracker?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 89,888 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2001 Chevrolet Tracker?
NHTSA complaints for the 2001 Chevrolet Tracker include 17 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 18 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2001 Chevrolet Tracker have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2001 Chevrolet Tracker as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2001 Chevrolet Tracker?
This year has a higher-than-normal complaint volume. It's not an automatic no, but focus inspection on the top reported issue (suspension failures) and verify open recalls have been addressed.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Tracker reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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