Chevrolet Recall 01V-220: Interior lighting

Affected: 2001–2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 2001–2002 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, 2001–2002 GMC Sierra 2500 and 1 more. Filed with NHTSA on June 26, 2001, covering about 38,863 vehicles.

The problem

Vehicle description: certain pickup trucks equipped with 6.6l diesel engines fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems." these vehicles have a brake system warning light in the instrument cluster that May not illuminate when the brake fluid is low. In addition, when the brake fluid is low, the vehicle May not meet the partial system requirements of FMVSS no. 105.

The risk

These conditions could result in reduced braking capability, which could lead to a crash.

The fix

Dealers will change the location of a wire connection in the underhood bussed electrical center. Owner notification began July 9, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC at 1-800-462-8782.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign01V-220 (01V220000)
Manufacturer number01050
ManufacturerGeneral Motors, LLC
ComponentInterior lighting
Report dateJune 26, 2001
Owners notifiedJuly 9, 2001
Vehicles affected38,863
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the lights

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 01V-220 repair free?

Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will change the location of a wire connection in the underhood bussed electrical center. Owner notification began July 9, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy…

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 38,863 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.