Two problems related to brake fluid leak have been reported for the 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 based on all problems reported for the 2001 Silverado 3500.
Brake line ruptured while towing load. 76000 miles on the truck. I have owned this truck since 2004 and have parked it inside since owning it. Annual inspection and maintenance on drive train by mechanic. No warning that the brakes would fail. Brake line over rear axle leaking fluid. Had the boat/trailer towed home by friend and took truck to repair shop for repair.
While slowing to execute a left turn, brake pedal went full travel. Overshot the turn and had to proceed to the next available. Had empty left turn lane available for increased stopping distance - hence no accident. Checked brake reservoir and noticed brake fluid level was lower than last checked. Able to limp home and found brake fluid leaking from underneath the bed area (above the fuel tank area). Also noticed quit a bit of corrosion on all the brake lines as well as diesel fuel lines. Truck was from new jersey area.