2001 Saab 9-5
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
4 recalls name the 2001 Saab 9-5. Newest first.
On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel pump retaining tabs holding the fuel lines were damaged during production.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Over time, this could cause the fuel lines to loosen from the pump resulting in fuel leakage. If an ignition source were present, the fuel may ignite resulting in a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Dealers will develop a securing bracket that will secure the fuel lines to the fuel pump even if the plastic retaining tabs should break. The recall began on june 13, 2007. this IS an expansion of previous recall campaigns - see 04v557 and 06v126. owners may contact saab at 1-800-955-9007.
Certain passenger vehicles equipped with b205/b235 4-cylinder gasoline engines and B308 6-cylinder gasoline engines may experience overheating and burnout of the isolated gated bipolar transistor (igbt) within the ignition discharge module (idm) due to increased susceptibility to electrical loads.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Overheating of the igbt occurs most often at engine start-up, but it may also occur while the engine IS running. engine stalling may occur, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect to see what version idm IS in the vehicle and replace the idm if it IS a version built prior to the introduction of QP3. an interim letter will be mailed to owners in october 2005, informing them of the condition. parts are now available and owners will be notified to bring their vehicles in to the dealers to have the idm replaced by letter dated march 13, 2006. owners may contact saab at 1-800-955-9007.
On certain passenger vehicles, if an owner changes their wheels/tires between summer and winter using a steel wheel in the winter and an alloy wheel in the summer, it IS possible for rust and contamination to build up on the wheel hub during the steel wheel usage. if this occurs and the contamination IS not removed, it IS possible that after the tire…
Risk and remedy
Risk
These fractures would result in wheel bolt breakage, allowing the wheel to detach from the wheel hub, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners will be contacted by mail and asked whether they change between steel and alloy wheels. if they do engage in this practice, they will be instructed to bring their cars to an authorized dealer. the dealer will remove the wheels, clean any contamination from the wheel and wheel hub, and replace the wheels using new improved bolts with attached washers. owner notification began march 31, 2003. 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 saab at 1-800-955-9007.
Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with requirements of fmvss no. 208, "occupant crash protection." the air bag alert labels may not be permanently affixed as required by this standard.
Risk and remedy
Risk
These vehicles do not comply with the requirements.
Remedy
Dealers will clean the sunvisor surface and apply a new air bag alert label on both sunvisors. owner notification began july 30, 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 saab at 1-800-955-9007.
Owner complaints
104 complaints1 involved a crash5 involved a fire
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Tires
With only 670 miles on a new set of tires, an inspection for a completely unrelated reason found that there was a bulge in 3 of the 4 NEW tires. Installed in Jun, issue found in Dec; car is driven very little. Tires were purchased from Tire Rack and installed by Discount Tire. Inspection by…
With only 670 miles on a new set of tires, an inspection for a completely unrelated reason found that there was a bulge in 3 of the 4 NEW tires. Installed in Jun, issue found in Dec; car is driven very little. Tires were purchased from Tire Rack and installed by Discount Tire. Inspection by Discount tire found the 3 defective tires. They report bulges as "impact damage". I have had one other tire ever with impact damage in 180,000 miles on this 20+ year old car. On this set of tires, there were no incidents, such as hitting a curb or pothole. I have to believe that these tires have a manufacturing defect. For all I know, they had a sidewall bulge from day one. I am replacing all four tires. I have contacted Vredestein customer service, at both domestic and international email customer service contacts. They have not answered, even with an acknowledgement of receipt.
- Electrical system · Fuel/propulsion system · Unknown or other
Turbo malfunction at a cost of $455.00 and also engine filter box.vehicle still not running correctly.will only go at speed of 25 mph.repaired on 03/27/2018.started out smoking all over the place from exhaust.was told turbo went bad.i think a lot of these cars have this problem as I read on…
Turbo malfunction at a cost of $455.00 and also engine filter box.vehicle still not running correctly.will only go at speed of 25 mph.repaired on 03/27/2018.started out smoking all over the place from exhaust.was told turbo went bad.i think a lot of these cars have this problem as I read on forums(saab,).that I have since joined.the saab has 139,000 miles..i was driving on a city street at speed around 35mph.started to smoke heavy,but once out of city as long as I drove 50 mph on highway smoke was dispersed from wind and made it home but when stopping for red light would buck and try to shut off.smoke not good for environment......
- Wheels
TL* the contact owns a 2001 saab 9-5. While driving 15 mph, the front driver side wheel detached from the vehicle without warning. The vehicle became difficult to control, slammed to the ground, and came to a stop. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic where it was diagnosed that the vehicle…
TL* the contact owns a 2001 saab 9-5. While driving 15 mph, the front driver side wheel detached from the vehicle without warning. The vehicle became difficult to control, slammed to the ground, and came to a stop. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic where it was diagnosed that the vehicle needed a new rotor, hub assembly, and front rim. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 194,000.
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 2001 saab 9-5. While driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning and failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was eventually able to restart. The failure occurred on numerous occasions. The vin was not included in…
TL* the contact owns a 2001 saab 9-5. While driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning and failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was eventually able to restart. The failure occurred on numerous occasions. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 05v399000 (electrical system). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
- Electrical system
My 2001 saab 9-5 has been experiencing a check engine light for awhile on and off. The vehicle will sometimes stall randomly and not start until engine cools down. The codes for cel lead to direct ignition. A previous recall on these vehicles, one my vehicle received. I called dealer and they said…
My 2001 saab 9-5 has been experiencing a check engine light for awhile on and off. The vehicle will sometimes stall randomly and not start until engine cools down. The codes for cel lead to direct ignition. A previous recall on these vehicles, one my vehicle received. I called dealer and they said seeing as it was already taken care of once nothing can be done. I know I will to have to get it fixed to pass emissions testing due to faulty direct ignition. Not to mention how unsafe it IS if it stalls. *tr
- Electrical system
I just bought this car. the check engine light comes on indicating a serious problem. I had the error codes checked. they are p1312 and p1334. these codes indicate a problem with the "dic" (direct ignition controller). earlier models were subject to recall. there IS apparently still a problem. I keep clearing the warning signal, but it keeps recurring. *Tr
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
TL* the contact owns a 2001 saab 9-5. The contact stated that when driving at various speeds, he noticed an overpowering odor of gasoline and the fuel was burning much faster than normal. After stopping the vehicle, he noticed a leak. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they advised him that…
TL* the contact owns a 2001 saab 9-5. The contact stated that when driving at various speeds, he noticed an overpowering odor of gasoline and the fuel was burning much faster than normal. After stopping the vehicle, he noticed a leak. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they advised him that they would have to drop the entire fuel tank to inspect the failure. The vehicle was neither inspected nor repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and they advised him that he was not included in nhtsa campaign ID number: 07v087000 (fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). The failure and current mileages were approximately 122,500. updated 01/20/12*lj updated 03/05/12
- Electrical system
I have a 2001 saab 9-5. I have had to replace the direct ignition coil twice in my car. I recently read that this items have been recalled and I want to see if I am eligible for a refund for the work done. *Tr
- Electrical system
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 saab 9-5. the contact noticed that the engine warning light would sporadically illuminate on the instrument panel. she also experienced a no start condition. while driving various speeds, the vehicle stalls without warning. the idm was the cause of the failures. the…
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 saab 9-5. the contact noticed that the engine warning light would sporadically illuminate on the instrument panel. she also experienced a no start condition. while driving various speeds, the vehicle stalls without warning. the idm was the cause of the failures. the manufacturer stated that the vehicle was repaired according to nhtsa campaign ID number 05v399000 (electrical system:ignition:module) in 2006; therefore, they would not assume any responsibility. the vehicle has not been repaired. the failure and current mileages were 89,074.
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
The first time the oil light came on was in mid october 2006, after about an hour of driving. there was no other indication of a problem (noise, vibration, change in handling, etc). the oil had recently been changed, but it was rechecked and topped off on the side of the road anyway. everything…
The first time the oil light came on was in mid october 2006, after about an hour of driving. there was no other indication of a problem (noise, vibration, change in handling, etc). the oil had recently been changed, but it was rechecked and topped off on the side of the road anyway. everything seemed good for about 20 min when the oil light came back on during a turn. I was on my way to the airport so I parked the car and took it to a service shop two days later when I returned. it was given an oil change and an overall check. the oil light did not come on during the test drive. I drove it home with no explanation as to why the oil light came on in the first place. in early 2007, the same thing happened again. this time the engine light came on too. everything was checked over and nothing found wrong. even the sensors were working fine. for the next year and a half, the oil and engine lights would go on and off at odd intervals accompanied by no other signs. sometimes they would only flicker on and off during a short drive and other times they would stay on for weeks and then going off again for no reason. each time, the oil and engine would be looked over and nothing found to be wrong. the last time there was an issue was on june 13TH 2008. I was driving for about an hour and the oil light and engine light came on, this time accompanied by a ticking sound from the engine. I immediately pulled over at the next exit and had the car towed. after another checkover, we were told that the engine IS failing due to sludge build up and that it would need to be replaced. it has 98,300 miles on it. all regular services were done, and oil changes were done at more frequent intervals than stated in the owners manual. we were told it would cost between $5000.00 to $9000.00 depending on what type of replacement motor was found (new or used). the vehicle IS still sitting in our garage and has not been driven. the saab company refuses any responsibility. *Tr
- Electrical system › Ignition
I had a "direct ignition cassette" failure on my saab 9-5 2001. I found from www.saabservices.com that there was a recall on this part for model years 2000-2002. the dealer has indicated that my vehicle, although in that category, did not qualify for a recall part replacement. however, I have…
I had a "direct ignition cassette" failure on my saab 9-5 2001. I found from www.saabservices.com that there was a recall on this part for model years 2000-2002. the dealer has indicated that my vehicle, although in that category, did not qualify for a recall part replacement. however, I have copied the notice below and am filing a complaint as indicated in the notice below. taken from the website: http://www.saabservices.com/saab%20direct%20ignition%20cassette%20failures.htm "saab direct ignition cassette failures update! A recall has been issued, for model years 2000 through 2002. Di cassettes have a serial number on them. The covered units are serial # d000000-d336210 and b083821-b096117 for 4CYL engines, and c048743-c073404 for 6CYL engines. Contact your saab dealer for more info! Be aware that the price has declined significantly, but we do not expect this to last very long. we have replaced many of these ignition cassettes, and feel that they do have a limited ( less than reasonable) life. If you have experienced a failure, and your vehicle IS outside of the recall group, you may wish to file a complaint with the nhtsa." *tr
- Engine and engine cooling
On wednesday, october 30, 2008 at approximately 4:45 pm I experienced a sudden vehicle engine stop. this occurred on a residential 4-lane street while traveling in the right hand lane at approximately 30 mph. the vehicle was a 2001 saab 95 arc wagon. . the vehicle suddenly started to run…
On wednesday, october 30, 2008 at approximately 4:45 pm I experienced a sudden vehicle engine stop. this occurred on a residential 4-lane street while traveling in the right hand lane at approximately 30 mph. the vehicle was a 2001 saab 95 arc wagon. . the vehicle suddenly started to run rough and then the engine completely shut off. this caused me to have to glide the auto to the right hand side of the road where there was a curb. I thus remained in a lane of traffic with a disabled vehicle. the cause was a defective crank shaft position sensor. when this becomes inoperative the computer that controls engine management shuts down and disables the car. this required a tow to the dealer repair shop. and it required a new crank shaft sensor part to be installed. the old part IS not available. the main irk about this IS this IS the second time I have replaced this part in 15 months. the original sensor that came wit the car when I purchased it new lasted 87,199 miles and 5.5 years. the second sensor was replaced on july 16, 2007. the third sensor was replaced at 101,507 miles...a mere 15 months and 13 days with a mileage usage of 14,308 miles. had this failure in october 2008 occurred just 5 minutes before when I was traveling on a six-lane interstate at 60 mph I would have had a serious problem drifting across several lanes of traffic in order to pull over for safety. I believe that saab has a supplier providing them with an inferior part. *Tr
- Engine and engine cooling
Random engine cutoff when driving, loosing power steering capability at the same time. Most often happened when approaching intersection at the time when car speed was lowered. Happened on multiple days. *Tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 saab 9-5. the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign ID number 07v087000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). the manufacturer informed her that the vehicle was included in the recall and to take the vehicle to a dealer for…
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 saab 9-5. the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign ID number 07v087000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). the manufacturer informed her that the vehicle was included in the recall and to take the vehicle to a dealer for repairs. she drove the vehicle to the dealer and they developed a securing bracket to secure the fuel lines to the fuel pump. immediately following the repairs, the contact smelled gasoline inside the passenger compartment, which caused her to become light headed. the manufacturer stated that a diagnostic test would be performed in order to find out if the vehicle was related to the recall. the vehicle has not been repaired. the current mileage was 139,000 and failure mileage was 137,500.
- Service brakes, electric
Bosch ABS module on 2001 saab 9-5 SE V6 with 88,000 miles failed with ABS, tcs, brake, and /!\ failure lights displayed on dash. ABS no longer operable. traction control system no longer operable. engine management system no longer operable. speedometer no longer operable. from reading many…
Bosch ABS module on 2001 saab 9-5 SE V6 with 88,000 miles failed with ABS, tcs, brake, and /!\ failure lights displayed on dash. ABS no longer operable. traction control system no longer operable. engine management system no longer operable. speedometer no longer operable. from reading many (over eight!) message boards, this an endemic problem with the bosch ABS systems in many BMW, saab, cadillac catera, VW cars. why can't the government recognize that this IS an issue? ABS IS brakes and brakes are a safety system. please look into this. contact bba-reman in taunton, ma, they handle fixing these systems and their load IS very heavy. *Tr
- Electrical system · Equipment
On two occasions our 2001saab,9.5 6 cylinder transmission cassette failed. Leaving my husband and my self stranded with a smoldering car. On oct 19TH 05 we were able to get off the hwy in the nick of time, heavy smoke had begun to pour out from under the hood. The fire was contained but the…
On two occasions our 2001saab,9.5 6 cylinder transmission cassette failed. Leaving my husband and my self stranded with a smoldering car. On oct 19TH 05 we were able to get off the hwy in the nick of time, heavy smoke had begun to pour out from under the hood. The fire was contained but the ignition cassette,the cause of the fire, the wire harness, battery and,spark plugs were destroyed and had to be replaced. at the time of this incidence we were driving in the southern sierras in a seasonal dry forest area. It was fortunate that a we were able to pull off the road in a safe spot. on aug.15th, 08. The replacement part failed again and as before the spark plugs, installed several months previously had to be replaced the continued failure of this part in an intrinsic manufacturing defect. specific vin numbers of this part has been recalled, but saab/ g.m needs to be made to recall all of these auto's and replace the flawed ignition cassette. neither of the two ignition cassettes installed in our car have had the vin numbers recalled. *tr
- Electrical system
2001 saab 9-5 V6. Direct ignition cassette failure. recall was issued, (recall 05v399000: ignition discharge module overheating) for this car year and type. mine failed and they will not replace, even though the part # matches the recalled part #. all I wanted was the part replaced. thank you *tr
- Air bags
The airbag warning light comes on without notice, and horn stops working, took to dealer who said it was the clock spring and this IS a typical problem. It IS a safety issue as the airbag IS needed to prevent injuries. I have heard of other people being injured by this. *tr
- Wheels · Wheels › Hub
After bringing my car into the dealer for recall service I found that the dealer had not performed some of the work. The dealer did not address nhtsa campaign ID number : 03v006000, which IS about the wheel bolts. The dealer said that since I had moved to florida the recall was not valid even…
After bringing my car into the dealer for recall service I found that the dealer had not performed some of the work. The dealer did not address nhtsa campaign ID number : 03v006000, which IS about the wheel bolts. The dealer said that since I had moved to florida the recall was not valid even though it IS nationwide. The vehicle came from ohio and had steel wheels in ohio during the winter. The dealer should replace the bolts but have put me in danger instead. *tr
- Electrical system › Ignition › Module
Complaint IS that saab USA has declined to replace/reimburse the cost of the idm/dic which failed on our 2001 saab 9-5 V-6 vin # . this was a recall by nhtsa in 2006. (Nhtsa campaign # IS 05v399000) saab USA denied this repair as their data base did not include this vin #. (This service request #…
Complaint IS that saab USA has declined to replace/reimburse the cost of the idm/dic which failed on our 2001 saab 9-5 V-6 vin # . this was a recall by nhtsa in 2006. (Nhtsa campaign # IS 05v399000) saab USA denied this repair as their data base did not include this vin #. (This service request # to saab USA IS 17613448567) the final decision on this from saab USA came from an un-named supervisor at 1-866-790-5600 ext # 31078. the cost for this repair was $677.50, including $70.00 for towing to a nearby foreign auto repair facility. from exhaustively searching the internet and also provided to me by the repair facility, the serial numbers of the defective idm/dic were found. the faulty units for a V-6 engine are c048743 through c073404. the serial # from this vehicle that failed IS c061858. this information was also given to the supervisor at saab USA (message-recording), but has never responded to this additional finding and continued claim for cost reimbursement. your assistance IS requested on this matter. from internet info, others have been similarly "stonewalled" by saab USA compliance to your order. *tr
- Electrical system › Ignition
We began having problems with the engine stalling and upon recommendation of our mechanic we looked to see if there was a recall or any information out there for this vehicle. I contacted saab USA and there was a valid open recall notice for this vehicle. We arraigned to take the vehicle to…
We began having problems with the engine stalling and upon recommendation of our mechanic we looked to see if there was a recall or any information out there for this vehicle. I contacted saab USA and there was a valid open recall notice for this vehicle. We arraigned to take the vehicle to heritage saab in morrow, ga and according to their tech's they completed the replacement of the idm in accordance to the recall notice, but in a matter of a couple of weeks the problem returned. Now we can't even crank the vehicle due to it cutting off as soon as you crank it. It will appear to be running, but the engine has stalled and it sometimes will not recrank until after a few minutes has gone by. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Vehicle's fuel line detached from fuel pump due to broken retaining clip. Fuel spilled on the ground creating a hazardous situation. *tr
- Fuel system, other › Delivery › Fuel pump
The car stalled and came to a stop while traveling at 50 mph, thought it was battery. got ride to parts store replaced the battery since it was cold weather and didn't want to leave vehicle on side of road. however, this was not the case. car towed to local shop at a cost of $100. they hooked…
The car stalled and came to a stop while traveling at 50 mph, thought it was battery. got ride to parts store replaced the battery since it was cold weather and didn't want to leave vehicle on side of road. however, this was not the case. car towed to local shop at a cost of $100. they hooked it up and said that it was the fuel pump and needed replaced costing $414.54. just received a letter couple weeks prior on recall of fuel pump retaining tabs that hold fuel lines to fuel pump. looked up other complaints and find that stalling seem to be an issue with this model, could it have something to do with the fuel pump? *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump · Service brakes, hydraulic · Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist
2001 saab 9-5 with engine stalling problems. Consumer states that she has had the engine shut off while driving and the fuel pump replaced twice. she feels that her vehicle IS a lemon. *kb the consumer stated the engine light illuminated. The mechanic stated the brake booster was faulty which…
2001 saab 9-5 with engine stalling problems. Consumer states that she has had the engine shut off while driving and the fuel pump replaced twice. she feels that her vehicle IS a lemon. *kb the consumer stated the engine light illuminated. The mechanic stated the brake booster was faulty which caused the engine light to come on. there was a loud roaring noise coming from the rear of the vehicle upon braking. The dealer replaced the brakes. *Jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 saab 95. while driving approximately 65 mph, the ABS warning light illuminated. the vehicle was towed to a dealer and they stated that the ABS module needed to be repaired. the current mileage was 97,000 and failure mileage was 96,980. updated 11/15/07 *tr
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Engine stall/ engine compartment fires
Odi opened pe05-017 based on 35 reports of alleged engine stalling due to the failure of the idm cassette on the subject vehicles.all complainants reported that the engine shut down suddenly without warning and most reported that the vehicle would not restart.in 3 incidents, the complainants reported smoke and/or fire…
Odi opened pe05-017 based on 35 reports of alleged engine stalling due to the failure of the idm cassette on the subject vehicles.all complainants reported that the engine shut down suddenly without warning and most reported that the vehicle would not restart.in 3 incidents, the complainants reported smoke and/or fire resulted from the idm failure.during pe05-017, additional failure data was identified as noted in the failure report summary above.the complaint data represents incidents where the complainants alleged a stall or fire.on september 13, 2005, general motors (gm) notified nhtsa of a safety defect on 95,081 my 2000-2002 saab 9-3 and 9-5 vehicles with 4-cylinder gasoline engines and 8,117 my 2001 9-5 vehicles with 6- cylinder gasoline engines (recall 05v-399).the notification stated that certain vehicles within these populations may experience overheating and burnout of the isolated gated bipolar transistor (igbt) within the idm due to increased susceptibility to electrical loads.overheating of the igbt occurs most often at engine start-up for both a 4-cylinder and 6-cylinder engine, but it may also occur while the engine IS running.when the idm fails on a 4-cylinder while it IS running, the engine may stall without warning, with no ability to be restarted.when the idm fails on a 6-cylinder engine while it IS running, the driver will initially experience reduced power and rough operation because the engine will only be running on three cylinders.the check engine light will flash.if the driver continues, unburnt fuel in the exhaust can cause thermal damage to the catalytic converter.the engine may stall and not restart.thermal damage to other underhood components and the underbody may also result from prolonged driving.the recall population encompasses 84% of the stalling and fire complaints (215 for vehicles with 4-cylinder engines and 36 for vehicles with 6-cylinder engines).the 36 months in service (mis) stalling rates for each model year of recalled vehicles with 4-cylinder engines were all greater than two percent.although the 36 mis stall rate for the recalled my 2001 vehicles with V6 engines was lower, at 1.3 percent, these vehicles also had the highest rate of confirmed (open flame verified) fires at 62 per 100,000 vehicles.gm will instruct owners to bring their vehicles to a dealer for idm inspection and replacement, if necessary.consequently, this investigation IS closed.odi will monitor the effectiveness of the scope and remedy of gm's action and take further action if warranted.
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.
- 11006621Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some exceptions). The updating of modules is completed in parallel instead of the technician needing to update one module at a time. This allows a more streamlined approach for dealers and customers.
- 11004761This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
- 11004557This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 11002312This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491, E4492, or E6961 and resolution information.
- 10251890This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
- 10250775This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
- 10249011This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
- 10248444Vehicle Recalls
- 10247681Information On Requests To Add OnStar Bluetooth Option.
- 10246952Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
- 10246951Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
- 10246631Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- 10245951Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls And Turn By Turn Inoperative In The United States.
- 10245950Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls In The United States
- 10244274This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
- 10244201This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
- 10242262This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.
- 10235799This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
- 10234110This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
- 10232287This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10232136This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10227056This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
- 10224820This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
- 10222796This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
- 10214869This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
- 10209980This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
- 10209921This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
- 10190934Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form of corrosion. This corrosion may be red in appearance (rust) if the component is steel, forged iron or cast iron. This corrosion may also be grey or white in color if the component is constructed of an aluminum alloy.
- 10190933Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form of corrosion. This corrosion may be red in appearance (rust) if the component is steel, forged iron or cast iron. This corrosion may also be grey or white in color if the component is constructed of an aluminum alloy.
- 10190932Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o re-machining. Only cosmetic refinishing of the wheel's coatings, using recommended procedures, is allowed. Evaluating Damage In evaluating damage, it is the GM Dealer's responsibility to inspect the wheel for corrosion, scrapes, gouges, etc. The Dealer must insure that such damage is not deeper than what can be sanded or polished off. The wheel must be inspected for cracks. If cracks are found, discard the wheel. Any wheels with bent rim flanges must not be repaired or refinished. Wheels that have been refinished by an outside company must be returned to the same vehicle. The Dealer must record the wheel ID stamp or the cast date on the wheel in order to assure this requirement. Refer to Refinisher's Responsibility Outside Company later in this bulletin.
- 10190931Refinishing Aluminum Wheels This bulletin updates General Motor's position on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM does not endorse any repairs that involve welding, bending, straightening o re-machining. Only cosmetic refinishing of the wheel's coatings, using recommended procedures, is allowed. Evaluating Damage In evaluating damage, it is the GM Dealer's responsibility to inspect the wheel for corrosion, scrapes, gouges, etc. The Dealer must insure that such damage is not deeper than what can be sanded or polished off. The wheel must be inspected for cracks. If cracks are found, discard the wheel. Any wheels with bent rim flanges must not be repaired or refinished. Wheels that have been refinished by an outside company must be returned to the same vehicle. The Dealer must record the wheel ID stamp or the cast date on the wheel in order to assure this requirement. Refer to Refinisher's Responsibility Outside Company later in this bulletin.
- 10190512OnStar Voice Fallback Number Update Some customers may have received a letter from OnStar stating that "We recently tried to provide a software update to the OnStar hardware in your vehicle. However, your system could not be updated remotely. As a result, some of your OnStar system functions may not be working as expected." The customer is further instructed in this letter to "Please contact your dealer or any dealer near you as soon as possible to schedule an appointment for this no-cost software update. Your dealer will reprogram your OnStar module with an update. This is for vehicles that have previously received the Canada upgrade as described in Service Bulletin #15-08-44-001F."
- 10176607This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
- 10083900This preliminary information communication advises the technician, if unable to place an onstar call in the ignition on mode after the onstar canada upgrade to contact the gm technical assistance center onstar group for further assistance.
- 10083898This preliminary information communication advises the technician if unable to place an onstar call in the ignition on mode after the onstar canada upgrade, to contact the gm technical assistance center onstar group for further assistance.
- 10083884This preliminary information communication advises the technician on the steps for diagnosing the concern. The vehicle may be unable to connect to onstar using the white, blue or red onstar buttons.
- 10083489This preliminary information communication advises the technician the steps on repairing the concern. A customer may identify a concern of unable to reactivate a vehicle's onstar that has been previously disabled by onstar. Dealer IS to call general motors technical assistance center for further assistance if the concern IS still present.
- 10083484This preliminary information communication provides information to help the dealership technicians perform a parasitic drain test for the onstar module. When performing battery parasitic drain test, there may be some confusion as to what the normal power consumption reading should be from the onstar system.
- 10082869This informational bulletin provides additional information on how to install pistons and suggest what tools to use.
- 10082814This informational bulletin provides information to gm dealers on the correct cleaning methods when cleaning engine gasket sealing surfaces.
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