2001 GMC Sonoma Reviews

Heater valve dry rotted at 280000.

The back shock mount broke, and I had to have the mounts welded back on.

Arm rest top broke into pieces.

Driver's door latch came loose.

Driver's door handle came loose at the front end.

The ABS, service engine soon, and brake light won't go out for some reason.

A/C lost its Freon somewhere in the line.

BTW, I get 23.5 MPG city, 26 MPG country, and unfortunately 19 MPG highway, but this is good mileage considering the miles on it, and against the current 2012 trucks that came out, it is about the same mileage.

Replaced the engine at 126K due to previous owner (Delphi employee) not ever changing his oil. I knew it needed a motor going in.

Radiator at 148k.

Front and rear shocks.

Fuel filler neck and gas cap for emissions.

Starter.

AC compressor is in need of replacement.

I use this truck for everyday driving, and I use it to pick up metal.

Overall, it handles well and can be put to work; can handle way over its payload.

I love this little truck, it gets great gas mileage.

It will run forever if taken care of. Will never get rid of it!!!

Seat handle to adjust passenger seat.

Powersteering pump leaks.

Wife hit a deer at 70 mph, but no frame damage. Very safe.

Lacks power due to 87 octane. Put octane boost in and keep good oil in it for speed and power.

I get between 25 and 30 mpg in the city.

Easy to find custom parts for.

I love the seats. I have a bad back, and it's very comfortable for a ride.

Handles well off road, even as a two wheel drive; just keep weight in the bed.

Easy to park, and goes most places a four wheel drive can't fit into.

Secondary air pump at 45,000 miles.

Fuel pump and sending unit at 48,000 miles.

Vacuum switch failed, ruining the front differential at 55,000.

Replaced rear grease seals three times at 48,000;

60,000 miles; 85,000.

Replaced RH hub assembly at 70,000 LH hub currently making noise 91,000.

Heated seats quit working at 65,000.

LH door hinges replaced at 45,000 miles.

Repaired hole in fuel tank filler neck. 89,000 miles.

Charcoal canister bracket holding bolt and nut rusted off at 89,000.

Most expensive vehicle I have ever owned. Gas mileage worse than V8; averages 18 mpg in summer, 14 mpg or less in winter. I do not dare drive vehicle more than 50 miles from home due to poor reliability. 4wd is actually 1 front wheel and 1 rear wheel when needed most. No factory support available.

Fuel gauge is broken.

Arm rest is broken down.

I love this truck. My truck has the sport suspension, and it handles like a dream. The ride is smooth and the truck maneuvers easily.

A/C is ice cold.

Truck gets great miles per gallon. I get an average of 26mpg in 60% city, 40% highway driving. I am a conservative driver, so that helps the mpg.