2005 GMC Sierra
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
11 recalls name the 2005 GMC Sierra. Newest first.
Dope, inc. IS recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on july 28, 2009. owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.
Certain cequent 90 degree 7-WAY right angle adaptors sold by distributors in tow packages for aftermarket sales to tow 5TH wheel rv travel trailers. due to incorrect wiring of the harness, the trailer lights may not operate properly.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the trailer lights are not working properly, a vehicle crash can occur.
Remedy
All of the defective tow packages are still at the distributor level and have not been sold to any consumers.
Certain vehicles originally built with cloth seats that were equipped with an automatic air bag passenger sensing system and later reupholstered with aftermarket leather seat cover kits are involved. testing has indicated that the aftermarket leather seat covers can cause the passenger sensing system to malfunction.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the passenger sensing system malfunctions, the front air bag on the passenger side may be disabled when it should be enabled, or enabled when it should be disabled. in either case, in the event of a crash that requires air bag deployment, a front passenger's level of injury may be increased.
Remedy
Because a replacement leather seat cover that IS compatible with the passenger sensing system IS not available, general motors (gm) will repurchase these vehicles in accordance with the terms stated in gm's letter to owners. the recall began on november 6, 2006. owners should contact gm at 1-877-477-1022 to begin the process of repurchasing their vehicle.
On certain trucks equipped with an 8.1L V8 (rpo l8-vin g) engine have a condition in which the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip may fracture resulting in inadequate retention of the damper.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the damper comes loose, a fuel leak may result. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip free of charge. the recall began on august 31, 2006. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and GMC trucks at 1-866-996-9463.
Certain passenger vehicles may have been built with a power steering hose that IS not to specification. under extreme steering maneuvers, such as turning the steering wheel fully to the left or right while braking, the hose may fracture and leak fluid.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If this were to occur, power steering assist would be lost and increased steering effort would be required. on vehicles equipped with hydro-boost power brakes, it could also result in loss of power brake assist and increased braking effort would be required. if the power steering fluid spray were to spray onto hot engine parts, an engine compartment fire could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the power steering hose(s) for two suspect date codes and replace them if required. the recall will begin on october 14, 2005. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-996-9463, buick at 1-866-608-8080, cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, isuzu at 1-800-255-6727, or hummer at 1-800-732-5493.
On certain pickup trucks equipped with manual transmissions and built with either pbr parking brake systems or trw parking brake systems, the parking brake friction linings may wear to an extent where the parking brake can become ineffective in immobilizing a parked vehicle.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the parking brake does not hold, unintended vehicle movement could occur, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a low-force spring clip retainer for vehicles equipped with a pbr parking brake system. on vehicles equipped with the trw parking brake system, dealers will install a redesigned parking brake cable assembly. the recall began on july 29, 2005. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.
On certain crew cab pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, the 2ND row center occupant seat belt routing may make it difficult to position the lap portion of the safety belt low around the hips of occupants, especially smaller occupants, seated in this position. appropriate use of a child seat or booster seat, as recommended for small children, does…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A lap portion of the seat belt routing that IS not low and snug on the hips can allow the lap belt to ride up on an occupant's abdomen instead of fitting low around their hipbones, and therefore, can expose them to more risk of abdominal and internal organ injury.
Remedy
Dealers will cut open the guide loop, remove a portion of the loop, and then the remaining two sides should be folded over and secured with a retainer free of charge. the recall began on july 21, 2005. owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-996-9463, or hummer at 1-800-732-5493.
Certain sport utility vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 102, "transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock and transmission braking effect." under certain vehicle starting conditions, the shift lever position indicator located in the instrument panel…
Risk and remedy
Risk
The vehicle may move in an unintended direction resulting in possible injury to others outside of the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the instrument panel cluster free of charge. the recall began on february 14, 2005. owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, and GMC at 1-866-996-9463.
Certain trucks, sport utility vehicles, and vans equipped with bosch hydro-boost brake assemblies, the hydraulic brake booster pressure accumulator may crack and separate from the hydro-boost assembly during normal operating conditions.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If a separation occurred and the hood of the vehicle were open, fragments from the accumulator could cause injury to people in the immediate area. the presence of this crack or fractured surface could allow the hydraulic fluid to leak from the accumulator circuit of the booster assembly. the loss of fluid would cause increased steering and braking effort and a crash may occur without prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will test the hydro-boost assembly for functional operation of the two-function valve. if the hydro-boost assembly fails the test, dealers will replace the assembly free of charge. The recall began on march 23, 2005. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC trucks at 1-866-996-9463 and hummer at 1-800-732-5493.
On certain trucks, the bolt that attaches the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear may not meet specification. the bolt may fracture resulting in the loss of steering.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If this happens while the vehicle IS moving, a crash could occur without prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the intermediate steering shaft bolt free of charge. the recall began on january 24, 2005. owners may contact GMC at 1-866-996-9463 and chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.
On certain sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks equipped with 5.3L (rpo L59) V8 engines, the engine fuel rail crossover tube retainer screws were not manufactured to specifications and may break.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the tube retainer screw breaks, fuel could leak from the fuel rail crossover joint, the engine may stall and, if an ignition source were present, an engine compartment fire could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the fuel rail crossover tube and, if necessary, replace the retainer screws. owners were notified by telephone on july 30, 2004, with a followup owner letter began august 5, 2004. owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC at 1-866-996-9463. note: the gm bulletin lists the tahoe and yukon models because canadian vehicles are included in the bulletin. no u.s. Tahoe or yukon vehicles are included in the u.s. Campaign.
Owner complaints
117 complaints3 involved a crash2 involved a fire3 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Service brakes
On 11-30-2015 I lost the brake system while driving on a city street. upon inspection I found a ruptured brake line from the primary side of the master cylinder. the brake line had failed due to corrosion. inspecting other brake lines, I found others that had corrosion where plastic clips were…
On 11-30-2015 I lost the brake system while driving on a city street. upon inspection I found a ruptured brake line from the primary side of the master cylinder. the brake line had failed due to corrosion. inspecting other brake lines, I found others that had corrosion where plastic clips were used to locate lines. I have owned this truck since new and have cared for it meticulously. the truck has 66,00 miles on it. I have never owned any vehicle that had it brake lines rust through like this. a major catastrophe to me and my family was averted by pulling over at the first sign of failure. gm should be held liable for every vehicle it manufactured with poor quality materials that can cause failure to the single most important part of an automobile, the brakes. as you can see from the attached photos, this truck IS not rusted anywhere else.
- Fuel/propulsion system · Power train
Issues with emissions switch. Check engine light will not go off. Also 3 and 4TH gear are completely gone out. I do not tow or have had anything even remotely heavy in this truck. It's a 2005 GMC sierra with only 78,480 miles on it. I am not the only one having issues with this 4 speed…
Issues with emissions switch. Check engine light will not go off. Also 3 and 4TH gear are completely gone out. I do not tow or have had anything even remotely heavy in this truck. It's a 2005 GMC sierra with only 78,480 miles on it. I am not the only one having issues with this 4 speed transmission. It IS not heavy duty enough for this size truck. Gm needs to recall all of these transmissions. When it first started slipping I lost all power going down the road at about 55mph. The vehicle that was behind me slammed on his brakes to avoid hitting me. This problem with the transmission IS going to kill someone.
- Service brakes
Vehicle was stopped. brake peddle went to the floorboard. not able to pump up any pressure. investigation showed brake fluid coming from perforated brake line at left front wheel. no braking action available! appears to be some type of corrosive reaction between the brake line and the clamps used to fasten the line to the chassis. Note: this vehicle has never been operated in snow or road salt to my knowledge.
- Service brakes
Brake failure do to rusted out lines.a ongoing problem that gm will not take responsibility for the poor quality of these lines putting people's lives at risk.
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 2005 GMC sierra. While driving at approximately 60 mph, the engine suddenly increased in speed to approximately 10 mph. The contact stated that the display panel read "reduced power mode" and the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was restarted, but the…
TL* the contact owns a 2005 GMC sierra. While driving at approximately 60 mph, the engine suddenly increased in speed to approximately 10 mph. The contact stated that the display panel read "reduced power mode" and the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was restarted, but the failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the throttle body needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred without warning. The vehicle was then taken to a dealer where the throttle body wire harness, the throttle accelerator control module, and the accelerator pedal assembly were repaired. The repair failed to remedy the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 270,000.
- Service brakes
Without any warning, my brake lines failed and I could not stop my truck. I live in the northeast and it would seem reasonable for brake lines to rust out. However, my truck IS only 10 years old and I have spent thousands of dollars keeping it washed, including the undercarriage. I have never had a…
Without any warning, my brake lines failed and I could not stop my truck. I live in the northeast and it would seem reasonable for brake lines to rust out. However, my truck IS only 10 years old and I have spent thousands of dollars keeping it washed, including the undercarriage. I have never had a brake line fail on another car and I have driven some really old vehicles. I have also never heard of anyone I know having a problem with their vehicles. This IS because it IS a specific problem with GMC sierra and chevy silverado.
- Service brakes
A vehicle approaching from my left side was speeding and ran the stop light in front of me at approximately 40mph. I slammed on my brakes to avoid the collision and my brakes wet to the floor. I missed hitting the car by about 1 foot. At an inspection at a dealership it appears the brake lines had rusted through under the drivers side of the truck. Apparently form road salt corrosion,
- Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel
2005 GMC sierra. consumer writes in regards to vehicle speedometer stopped working. *smd
- Service brakes
Another gm rusty brake line failure while attempting to stop on a 2005 GMC sierra 1500. I don't expect things to last forever, but brake lines are essential to the safety of a vehicle and they should not be rusting to failure at this point. I don't care what the climate IS. At this point my truck…
Another gm rusty brake line failure while attempting to stop on a 2005 GMC sierra 1500. I don't expect things to last forever, but brake lines are essential to the safety of a vehicle and they should not be rusting to failure at this point. I don't care what the climate IS. At this point my truck IS in the shop getting fixed on my dime (gm refuses to repair it). But they need to look into this. I have worked on/driven many much older cars in the same condition, and I have never seen brake lines rust to this extent in 10 years. My last car was a 20 year old monte carlo that still had original brake lines. In my opinion this has the potential to turn into bigger safety issue at some time. In my opinion, it IS only a matter of time. *tr
- Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel
Speedometer does not return to zero when you stop if it goes down to 40 and you drive off doing 40 it reads 80. *tr
- Service brakes
Went to stop at stop sign, brakes felt spongy. Stopped up the road about 2 miles at my moms house to get my kids, looked under the truck and saw brake fluid dripping down on the left side of the frame behind the left front wheel.i have to replace all of my brake lines now due to rust. *tr
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2005 GMC sierra. The contact stated that the driver side air bag deployed when the vehicle was shut off. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vin was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 102,000.
- Service brakes
When trying to exit highway offramp brakes completely failed due to brake lines rusting through. Vehicle was brought to a stop with parking brake. *tr
- Service brakes
I was traveling at 35 mph and approached a stop light. The brakes failed and I went through the red light. I nearly was hit by oncoming traffic. The brake line has a sever leak at a rusted area in the line. *tr
- Service brakes
Around the middle of december 2014 the "service brake system" message appeared on my 2005 GMC 1500 sierra sle. I checked the brake fluid reservoir and it was nearly empty. I could not find where the fluid had leaked from so I serviced the reservoir with 12 ounces brake fluid to the full mark.…
Around the middle of december 2014 the "service brake system" message appeared on my 2005 GMC 1500 sierra sle. I checked the brake fluid reservoir and it was nearly empty. I could not find where the fluid had leaked from so I serviced the reservoir with 12 ounces brake fluid to the full mark. from about december 15, 2014 until 28 december 2014, I lost about 7 ounces of brake fluid. no trace of brake fluid can be found on the driveway. I crawled under the truck and had my wife press the brakes while I looked for a leak. I found the leak near the left rear wheel area on a very corroded bracket. it appears to be a very small hole because the fluid comes out as a fine mist and not a stream. the rigid brake line connects to a flexible brake line at the bracket and there IS a lot of rust at the connection as well as the brake line. I have found rust forming on other brake lines as well. *tr
- Engine
Engine has lose of engine coolant over time with no evidence of leaks found. We brought the truck to a gm dealer which told us this was a known defect issue. They provided us with bulletin # 06-06-01-019b document ID 1986750 which clearly state this was defect in the casting of the castech heads.…
Engine has lose of engine coolant over time with no evidence of leaks found. We brought the truck to a gm dealer which told us this was a known defect issue. They provided us with bulletin # 06-06-01-019b document ID 1986750 which clearly state this was defect in the casting of the castech heads. The cost with parts and labor IS $3,100.00 dollars. Clearly, gm should cover this cost since this obviously IS a known defect. searching the internet you can see a large number of people experiencing this issue with little or no help from gm. *tr
- Service brakes
The vehicle was purchased new and has been regularly maintained. the brake lines and frame are heavily corroded. while pulling out of a parking spot on 10/26/14 brakes were applied abruptly which caused a rupture of the corroded brake lines. all brake lines will need to be replaced in order to…
The vehicle was purchased new and has been regularly maintained. the brake lines and frame are heavily corroded. while pulling out of a parking spot on 10/26/14 brakes were applied abruptly which caused a rupture of the corroded brake lines. all brake lines will need to be replaced in order to safely return the vehicle to service. other family members have 2004 chevy yukon and 1994 GMC 2500, both vehicles had brake lines fail due to corrosion and required complete replacement in order to safely return the vehicles to service. this IS a serious safety concern and these brake line failures are not normal wear and tear. I have had several vehicles much older than this vehicle which still have stock brake lines with no corrosion. *tr
- Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel
My speedometer recently malfunctioned at around 77,000 miles and I brought it to the attention of the dealership's service manager, jeff bevington, at rally GMC auto group in palmdale, ca (where I purchased the vehicle new in 2005). I was given service bulletin #07187c - special coverage adjustment…
My speedometer recently malfunctioned at around 77,000 miles and I brought it to the attention of the dealership's service manager, jeff bevington, at rally GMC auto group in palmdale, ca (where I purchased the vehicle new in 2005). I was given service bulletin #07187c - special coverage adjustment instrument panel cluster gauge needle function (march 20, 2009), which indicates the following: this bulletin IS being revised to include certain 2005 model year vehicles in the u.s. Additionally, for u.s. 2003-2005 model year vehicles, gm will provide the instrument panel cluster (ipc) only, at no charge to the customer for verified failures between 70,001 miles (110,001 km) and 80,000 miles (130,000 km). Any additional costs, including labor to replace the instrument panel cluster, will be the responsibility of the customer. Dealers will be responsible for the return of the customer's ipc back to the electronic service center. Please discard all copies of bulletin 01787b, issued september 2008. the vin breakouts of vehicles involved in the bulletin include 2005 GMC sierra between 51100001 and 51347001. However, jeff bevington told me that since my vehicle IS older than 7 years and over 70,000 miles, it IS not covered??? He suggested I call the gm toll free number (800) 222-1020 and ask if they can help. I called and spoke to dontes who told me that gm has no record of the service bulletin mentioned above??? *tr
- Air bags · Steering
Power steering stops working on slow right hand turns. I sometimes need to back up in order to complete the turn. I also end up crossing into oncoming lanes if no traffic IS comeing towards me. If there IS traffic I need to stop in the middle of the turn until the traffic clears. the "check airbag" light came on at 85000 miles after the battery discharged from the vehicle sitting to long without being driven. *tr
- Vehicle speed control
At any rate of speed truck will go into reduced engine power must pull over out of traffic and kill engine wait a couple of minutes and then restart sometimes you can go 1 mile till happens again sometimes 50 miles very dangerous situation in heavy traffic. *tr
- Electrical system
The instrument cluster panel on my 2005 GMC sierra pick up constantly reads the wrong speed. At times it registers 0 mph when im actually driving or it reads 120mph when stopped. also the oil pressure gauge IS pegged out. there sames to be alot of complaints for the same thing on the year and model, you need to make gm do a recall on this. *tr
- Service brakes
I went out to move the truck and noticed there was fluid on the driveway. I examined the rear driver side and there was a brake line that had rusted through. I contacted the local dealership and they stated they were unaware of this being an issue with those trucks. I had researched and found…
I went out to move the truck and noticed there was fluid on the driveway. I examined the rear driver side and there was a brake line that had rusted through. I contacted the local dealership and they stated they were unaware of this being an issue with those trucks. I had researched and found that there have been multiple complaints to gm about this issue. fortunately, this occurred when the vehicle was parked and did not fail while driving my family in the vehicle. what I have read IS that the brake lines were manufactured with poor quality materials and that they fail. the article referenced IS: http://mobile.nytimes.com/2014/07/08/automobiles/gm-resists-recalling-trucks-over-brake-line-problem.html?referrer=&_r=1. *tr
- Electrical system
My speedometer quit working around 78,000 miles. Slowly but surely all my other gauges have quit working over time. The rpm gauge, speedometer, oil temp, and gas gauge. Only one works now. The rest either don't work or fluctuate back and forth. I would have reported this earlier if I knew about…
My speedometer quit working around 78,000 miles. Slowly but surely all my other gauges have quit working over time. The rpm gauge, speedometer, oil temp, and gas gauge. Only one works now. The rest either don't work or fluctuate back and forth. I would have reported this earlier if I knew about this site. It's not the first complaint so there IS something up with these models. They should be recalled and fixed by the dealers. I won't ever buy another GMC vehicle. That's for sure. *tr
- Service brakes
Helped friend with plumbing problem, as I backed out his drive way brakes seemed a little soft. At first stop sign brake pedal went down about 1/4 more on travel than normal. At next stop sign a car was already stopped, I applied my brakes, pedal to floor, no brakes at all. Dropped transmission…
Helped friend with plumbing problem, as I backed out his drive way brakes seemed a little soft. At first stop sign brake pedal went down about 1/4 more on travel than normal. At next stop sign a car was already stopped, I applied my brakes, pedal to floor, no brakes at all. Dropped transmission into first gear, slowed some. The car at stop sign luckily proceeded on thru. I was not able to make a complete stop, and rolled thru the stop sign. Just about hit another car. I was able to nurse truck home. I have a garage at home with a car lift in it. I like working on old cars, and motorcycles. Worked on cars and trucks since I was 16, am 61 now, and by no means a novice working on, or racing cars!!! After checking trucks braking system. Left front steel brake line was rusted badly and had ruptured. As I continued checking the brake system, all brake lines extremely rusted. I have a 1952 styleline deluxe that the original brake lines look better. Truck my have seen snow 3 to 4 times in its life, pretty sad. I am lucky to not have killed some one or myself. Have pictures of brake lines and truck IS still on lift. Extremely poor quality brake lines. GMC should recall. With out a doubt sure some has been killed or injured, there will be more if not addressed now!!!!!!!!! *tr
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2005 GMC sierra 1500. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the air bag sensor failed and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 128,000 and the current mileage was 138,000.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10114470This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center with the scan tool data from the OnStar system.
- 10114431This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have an issue when using Bluetooth voice recognition with an iPhone. Technician should work with the customer to insure the phone contacts to not have any Emojis loaded to any contact.
- 10114408This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that are travelling from Canada to the United States. While in the United States they are unable to receive Turn-by-Turn directions. Due to the existing cellular provider not having roaming agreements in areas outside of Canada to support transmitting of the packet data required for Turn-By-Turn feature to operate. The customer has 3 options while traveling through the United Sates. First if the vehicle is equipped with a navigation radio they can request a "Destination Download" to the vehicle. Second if the customer uses the OnStar RemoteLink app they can send the directions to the vehicle. The third option would be to have the vehicle loaded with a "500 phone number" The customer will no longer be able to use their Hands Free Calling minutes when the new 500 phone number is loaded. If a customer chooses to restore Hands Free Calling in the future a new phone number will be assigned to the vehicle; previous phone numbers are not available.
- 10114352This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
- 10114343This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician the steps needed to diagnose and repair the vehicles that may have unwanted or phantom phone calls. Technician will need to determine what type of call the customer is having that is unwanted. The vehicle may receive an incoming call just like any other phone. Typically the customer will hear the phone ringing in the vehicle. This scenario also includes incoming Bluetooth calls. One type of unwanted call can be made if the key pad is faulty the OnStar system will try to make a blue button call for shorted voltage in the circuits. The OnStar module could have an internal fault and produce a "Phone Unavailable" audio message also it may have a Diagnostic Trouble Code U1500 or B1000. Refer to diagnostics for the Diagnostic Trouble Code making sure to follow any applicable Bulletins or Preliminary Information sheets. A "Ready" or "OnStar ready" audio message heard while driving. In some cases it has been found that the customer is inadvertently pressing the ?push to talk? button on the steering wheel controls. On rare occasions, other issues in the steering column or Steering Wheel Control system may induce this concern.
- 10114342This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center with the scan tool data from the OnStar system.
- 10114309This informational bulletin explains how to care for wiper blades.
- 10114299This informational bulletin provides a quick guide to updating which model vehicle after replacing the IPC.
- 10114280This informational bulletin provides information on Inappropriate Warranty Claims Submitted for Damaged Radios and IPCs
- 10113843This warranty administration bulletin provides information on the Clarification of Use for Dealer Empowerment Labor Operations and Customer Enthusiasm
- 10113837This informational bulletin provides a list off all the issues revolving around new vehicles for a one stop place to find growing concerns around them.
- 10113810This warranty administration bulletin provides dealership personnel with policy and procedure requirements for essential tools that include consumable parts (U.S. Only).
- 10113792This informational bulletin provides information to technicians regarding intake manifold inspection/replacement after severe internal engine damage.
- 10113770This informational bulletin provides technicians with a brake lathe calibration procedure.
- 10113722This informational bulletin provides information on communication with OnStar module after Canadian cellular upgrade.
- 10113720This informational bulletin provides information on a GM of Canada OnStar cellular communication upgrade.
- 10113703This technical bulletin provides repair information for repairing the IP to body harness connector to correct a customer concern for intermittent Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminated with Reduced Engine Power displayed and DTC P2138 set.
- 10113701This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on when and how to submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. Dealers Only).
- 10113664This informational bulletin provides technicians with information regarding automatic transmission oil cooler flow test essential tool J-45096 TransFlow.
- 10113662This informational bulletin provides dealership personnel with information on flexible fuel vehicles (FFVs) and the usage of E85 fuel in GM vehicles.
- 10113654This informational bulletin provides information on a GM of Canada OnStar cellular communication upgrade.
- 10113531This warranty administration bulletin provides information to clarify proper transaction administration of GM Dealer Empowerment Program and Goodwill Cases.
- 10113502This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on a revised customer concern not duplicated/verified labor operation numbers and how to submit CCND.
- 10113494This informational bulletin provides information on close-coupled converter and engine replacement.
- 10113483This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information new tire warranty program and global warranty management submission information.
- 10113406This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have slack in one of the tailgate cables. Technician should not replace any parts for this concern. Please communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle.
- 10113364This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its own at a full turn.
- 10113059This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on at low mileage. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0420 and or P0430 stored. Technician should be advised that the catalytic converter efficiency Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0420 and P0430 are disabled for the first hour of engine run time to allow break-in of the catalytic converter. Technician will need to use a Tech2 to check the verify engine run time on the Engine Hour Meter in the Instrument Panel Cluster Data Display/Data 1 List in the scan tool match. If the engine run time is less than one hour, the battery may have been disconnected, or another vehicle power loss event may have occurred, during vehicle manufacturing. Technician will need to clear the Diagnostic Trouble Codes and perform a drive cycle. If the catalytic converter was replaced and the Diagnostic Trouble Codes set it may be a result of the engine run time restrictions no longer being in place since the vehicle is no longer new. Technician will need to clear the Diagnostic Trouble Codes and perform a drive cycle.
- 10112984This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the 2004-2007 Parallel Hybrid Truck parts will be placed on restriction through the General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
- 10112900This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that will not move in forward or reverse. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code P0877 or P2723 set. Technician will need to inspect the valve body separator plate orifices for debris.
- 10112737This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the speedometer needle appears to be inaccurate. Dealer should advise the customer the specification for speedometer needle accuracy is +/- 2 miles per hour at any given speed when looking straight at the needle.
- 10112697This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on, engine misfire, and/or engine noise. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0300-P0308. If published Service Information diagnostics does not isolate the cause of this concern technician should check for a worn camshaft lobe and/or lifter roller, a sticking valve, valve leakage, a broken valve spring, and a collapsed active fuel management lifter.
- 10112681This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a planetary gear whine noise in first and second gear. Technician should compare the noise to a like vehicle. Technician will need to check the build date of the transmission, if it was built after 09/01/2003 and it is determined that a vehicle has an abnormal amount of noise, perform the rear unit end play check. Technician will replace the output planetary gear set if end play is out of specification. The transmission assembly will need to be replaced if the end play is with in specification.
- 10112655This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
- 10112614This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about customers may inquire about the availability of the passenger compartment air filter. Dealer should advise the customer starting in 2003 the passenger compartment air filter is no longer available as a factory option.
- 10112546This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its own at a full turn.
- 10112523This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have slip in forward ranges immediately after replacing the input housing. Technician will inspect the 3-4 clutches and the forward clutch oil feed passages for leakage between circuits. Technician should apply regulated compressed air to the 3-4 clutch feed hole and the forward clutch feed hole one at a time with the input housing. Technician will need to replace the input housing if there is an air leak 3-4 clutches.
- 10112519This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have grease leaking from front hub bearings. Technician should not replace the bearing for grease purge. Technician should be advised to not clean the purged grease from the area immediately on or adjacent to the seals because this grease provides additional protection. Technician should only replace the bearing if the seals show visible damage, bearing endplay is greater than 0.005" or 0.13mm, bearing exhibits rough rotation, or bearing exhibits abnormal noise.
- 10112428This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about customers that are unable to override the automatic door locking feature. Technician will update the Body Control Module on 2006 to 2007 model years. On 2010 to 2014 model years technician will need to contact Techline Customer Support for calibrations.
- 10112401This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have not engagement into drive, delayed, no engagement into reverse, and or a range inhibit. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0701, P0731, P0732, P0733, P0734, P0736, P0751, P0756, P0761, P0776, P0843, P0848, P0873, P0877, P0894 or P2723. Technician should follow published Service Information diagnostics for Diagnostic Trouble Code P0701 first. Technician will also ensure the fluid level is at the top of the hot band when the transmission fluid temperature is 175 Fahrenheit. Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0701, P0731, P0732, P0733, P0734, P0736, P0751, P0756, P0761, P0776, P0843, P0848, P0873, P0877, P0894 or P2723 can set by the following fluid service/filter change, transmission service involving removing the pan, low fluid level caused by leaks, or after long periods of storage. If the fluid level has been properly checked using the HOT check procedure listed in Service Information document 2408059 and any of the Diagnostic Trouble Codes reset during a cold start inspect the internal suction filter for possible cracks. If no other concerns are found inspect for a stuck lube regulator valve in the pump cover due to debris.
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