Three problems related to engine stall have been reported for the 2001 GMC Sierra 2500. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 GMC Sierra 2500 based on all problems reported for the 2001 Sierra 2500.
Engine stalled after pulling out onto highway then restarted, engine stalled at stop light restarted 5 minutes later , engine stalled immediately after starting then started two minutes later. Gm recall #06083 crankshaft position sensor from Dec. 11, 2007 needs to be expanded to include more or maybe all 2001s with 8. 1l v8 not just the VIN # that are listed.
Tl-the contact owns a 2001 GMC Sierra 2500 hd. While driving approximately 35 mph, the engine stalled without warning. Upon restarting, the vehicle operated normally and was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. The technician informed the contact that the crankshaft position sensor was faulty. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure continued to recur whenever the vehicle was in motion. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 94,000. Kmj.
Engine stall while driving, loss of power assisted steering and brakes.