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2020 Buick ENCORE GX
Manufacturer communications & TSBs.Page 7

Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 601–637 of 637, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Jul 24, 2020–Nov 6, 2020.

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This archive includes service bulletins, warranty notices, software instructions and other communications. Records may repeat or supersede earlier instructions. A model-year association is not proof that a document covers every engine, trim, VIN or reported symptom, or that a repair is free.

NHTSA download snapshot: Sep 28, 2026. These are communication associations for this vehicle, not unique defects. How records are joined and counted.

Nov 6, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

990851001E

NHTSA communication ID: 10184503

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Thins informational bulletin provides information on Paint-less Dent Repair Process.

Source components: EQUIPMENT · STRUCTURE.

Source record 10184503 at NHTSA
Nov 5, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIE0587A

NHTSA communication ID: 10184511

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This engineering information (EI) is requesting information from technicians to perform the check list provided and contact the engineer listed in regards to loss of and/or reduced propulsion and multiple DTCs set.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.

Source record 10184511 at NHTSA
Oct 30, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

20NA213

NHTSA communication ID: 10183211

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This service bulletin provides information on Improved Oil Filter Gasket Design for Spin-On Oil Filters PF63, PF64 and PF48.

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.

Source record 10183211 at NHTSA
Oct 27, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

20NA196

NHTSA communication ID: 10183198

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This service bulletin provides information and a service procedure for dealers/technicians on OnStar Over the Air Update for TTY / TDD Operation and Continuous Improvement Changes.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10183198 at NHTSA
Oct 27, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIP5675G

NHTSA communication ID: 10182571

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer that a customer may comment that the MIL light is illuminated. The technician may find P1098 and/or P26BB set current or history. That this may be caused by a software anomaly, and that GM is currently looking into the issue. It provides testing and related direction based on the results.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10182571 at NHTSA
Oct 23, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

1308116001F

NHTSA communication ID: 10183782

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

The intent of this technical bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.

Source record 10183782 at NHTSA
Oct 23, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

16NA222

NHTSA communication ID: 10183126

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10183126 at NHTSA
Oct 22, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

20NA210

NHTSA communication ID: 10183208

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of All-Wheel Drive Off and/or Service All-Wheel Drive System Messages Displayed in the DIC.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:HILL START ASSIST:SOFTWARE · POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT.

Source record 10183208 at NHTSA
Oct 22, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIC6416A

NHTSA communication ID: 10182566

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer that if the service AWD (All-Wheel Drive) or AWD (All-Wheel Drive) Off messages are on and there is a history DTC of C15C9 SYM02 set then no repairs are to be made at this time, a software issue was found and Engineering is working on a permanent solution. If the DTC is setting current then published diagnosis needs to be followed.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10182566 at NHTSA
Oct 21, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

050604022R

NHTSA communication ID: 10183779

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles and the TOP TIER FUELS website URL.

Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL.

Source record 10183779 at NHTSA
Oct 16, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIP5758

NHTSA communication ID: 10182556

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer technician a diagnostic tip related to a tapping noise from the engine.

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Source record 10182556 at NHTSA
Oct 14, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

N202310460-01

NHTSA communication ID: 10183225

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Customer Satisfaction Program - certain vehicles may have been double charged for the remote start at the time of purchase. Dealers are to provide the customer with a reimbursement check in the amount of $300 (leased vehicles have a specific amount which are listed at the end of this bulletin).

Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.

Source record 10183225 at NHTSA
Oct 14, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIP5675F

NHTSA communication ID: 10182554

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer that a customer may comment that the MIL light is illuminated. The technician may find P1098 and/or P26BB set current or history. That this may be caused by a software anomaly, and that GM is currently looking into the issue. It provides testing and related direction based on the results.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10182554 at NHTSA
Oct 9, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

060089026Q

NHTSA communication ID: 10183780

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This warranty administration bulletin provides information on Warranty Administration - Customer Concern Not Duplicated (CCND) Labor Operation Numbers.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10183780 at NHTSA
Oct 7, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

A202317281 01

NHTSA communication ID: 10183221

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Emission Recall - General Motors has decided to conduct a voluntary emission recall on certain vehicles with a 1.2L engine (RPO LIH). These vehicles may have received incorrect catalytic converter parts that do not meet all emission system requirements. Dealers are to inspect the catalytic converter and replace if the correct part was not installed.

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR.

Source record 10183221 at NHTSA
Oct 6, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIE0587

NHTSA communication ID: 10183791

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This engineering information (EI) is requesting information from technicians to perform the check list provided and contact the engineer listed in regards to loss of and/or reduced propulsion and multiple DTCs set.

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Source record 10183791 at NHTSA
Oct 2, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

A202317281

NHTSA communication ID: 10183219

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Emission Recall - General Motors has decided to conduct a voluntary emission recall on certain vehicles with a 1.2L engine (RPO LIH). These vehicles may have received incorrect catalytic converter parts that do not meet all emission system requirements. Dealers are to inspect the catalytic converter.

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR.

Source record 10183219 at NHTSA
Sep 30, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

110089005P

NHTSA communication ID: 10181724

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S. Only).

Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.

Source record 10181724 at NHTSA
Sep 29, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

20NA028

NHTSA communication ID: 10181686

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This bulletin is to inform dealers that in extreme cold weather, a grille winter cover needs be added during PDI to avoid the customer returning with concerns related to charge air cooler icing.

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Source record 10181686 at NHTSA
Sep 29, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18NA306

NHTSA communication ID: 10181675

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA) (US dealers only).

Source components: EQUIPMENT · STRUCTURE:BODY.

Source record 10181675 at NHTSA
Sep 29, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIP5692B

NHTSA communication ID: 10181174

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the engine exchange program on vehicles equipped with engine Regular Production Option Code LIH has ended. This engine can now be ordered through the regular General Motors Customer Care and Aftersales parts process or Product Quality Center process for required dealers.

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10181174 at NHTSA
Sep 23, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

20NA135

NHTSA communication ID: 10181691

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct customer concerns of Power Liftgate and/or Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Inoperative, No Audio, AWD/ 2WD Light Toggles Randomly, Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated - DTC P0650, P15A1, P159F-00, U0184-00, U0198-00 and/or U1501-00 Set.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE.

Source record 10181691 at NHTSA
Sep 21, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

20NA199

NHTSA communication ID: 10181722

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Radio Software Version U150 Update.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..

Source record 10181722 at NHTSA
Sep 21, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

A202310450

NHTSA communication ID: 10181656

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service Update - Certain vehicles may have condition that a MIL illuminates on the dash and technicians may find one or more following DTC(s) sets: P2B95, P2B08, P2B09, P2B0A, P2B96, P2B00, P2B01, or P2B02. Dealers are required to reprogram the engine control module.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10181656 at NHTSA
Sep 21, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIT5754

NHTSA communication ID: 10181157

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This Preliminary information communicates information on radio software anamolies and future radio software updates to correct the concern.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10181157 at NHTSA
Sep 21, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PIP5691B

NHTSA communication ID: 10181153

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the engine exchange program on vehicles equipped with engine Regular Production Option Code L3T has ended. This engine can now be ordered through the regular General Motors Customer Care and Aftersales parts process or Product Quality Center process for required dealers.

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Source record 10181153 at NHTSA
Sep 18, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

A202317280

NHTSA communication ID: 10181659

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Stop Delivery. Incorrect emission parts may have been installed on these vehicles.

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Source record 10181659 at NHTSA
Sep 17, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

20NA157

NHTSA communication ID: 10181695

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This bulletin provides information on the Transport Mode On Message Being Displayed in the Driver Information Center (DIC) and/or Battery Light is Flashing and the procedures to turn the Transport Mode message ON and OFF.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10181695 at NHTSA
Sep 16, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

A202295530

NHTSA communication ID: 10181650

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service Update Bulletin. On certain Buick Encore GX vehicles, the brake system control module may incorrectly calculate the brake pad life percentage values in the pad wear sensor transition areas, causing a ?Replace Soon? or ?Replace Now? message to appear on the driver information center. Dealers are to reprogram the brake system control module.

Source components: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR.

Source record 10181650 at NHTSA
Sep 2, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

N202310460

NHTSA communication ID: 10181646

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Customer Satisfaction Program - Certain vehicles equipped with the Sport Touring (RPO GFC) and the Cold Weather Comfort (RPOY55), may have been double charged for the remote start at the time of purchase. Dealers are to provide the customer with a reimbursement check in the amount of $300.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10181646 at NHTSA
Aug 19, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

A202304840 02

NHTSA communication ID: 10213750

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service Update Bulletin. Certain vehicles may have a condition where the camshaft actuator oil control valve (OCV) center bolt could stick or bind. If this were to happen, it could cause a MIL light to illuminate on the dash (Service Engine Soon), setting diagnostic trouble codes (DTC?s) P0011 or P0014, the engine could run rough and have reduced power. Dealers will inspect for these DTC?s that could have been set by this condition, and repair vehicles that fail the inspection.

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10213750 at NHTSA
Aug 14, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

990089019U

NHTSA communication ID: 10180697

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Global Warranty Management (GWM) Warranty Parts Center (WPC) Parts Return Program Information.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10180697 at NHTSA
Aug 14, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

20NA159

NHTSA communication ID: 10180317

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S. Dealers Only).

Source components: TIRES.

Source record 10180317 at NHTSA
Aug 12, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

20NA157

NHTSA communication ID: 10180315

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This bulletin provides information on the Transport Mode On Message Being Displayed in the Driver Information Center (DIC) and/or Battery Light is Flashing and the procedures to turn the Transport Mode message ON and OFF.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10180315 at NHTSA
Aug 5, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

18NA099

NHTSA communication ID: 10180299

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.

Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.

Source record 10180299 at NHTSA
Aug 3, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

20NA154

NHTSA communication ID: 10180314

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

This Technical bulletin provides a procedure to correct a customer concern of a Flutter or Boom Noise around 1100 RPM.

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY.

Source record 10180314 at NHTSA
Jul 24, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

A202304840 01

NHTSA communication ID: 10207729

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Service Update. Certain vehicles may have a condition where the camshaft actuator oil control valve (OCV) center bolt could stick or bind. If this were to happen, it could cause a MIL light to illuminate on the dash (Service Engine Soon), setting diagnostic trouble codes (DTC?s) P0011 or P0014, the engine could run rough and have reduced power. Dealers will inspect for these DTC?s that could have been set by this condition, and repair vehicles that fail the inspection.

Source components: ENGINE · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Source record 10207729 at NHTSA