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Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 301–331 of 331, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Apr 1, 2008–May 16, 2013.
Back to 2002 Chevrolet AVALANCHE 1500 problems & recallsThis 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.
NHTSA communication ID: 10139049
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This informational bulletin provides a revision for 05-08-48-001B to add 2010-2014 model years and update Labor Operation.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD.
Source record 10139049 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139019
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This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on High Oil Pressure on Startup After Engine Replacement Concern.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10139019 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113074
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that after replacing the Instrument Panel Cluster the exchange center is unable to program the actual mileage on the odometer or the actual mileage is unknown. Dealer will need to follow dealer to the General Motors service policies and procedures manual section 3.2.4 odometer servicing.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10113074 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10130652
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This technical bulletin provides Warranty Administration - New Labor Codes information.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10130652 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10130627
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This technical bulletin provides a revision of 99-04-20-002G to add 2013-2014 model years.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10130627 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10134681
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This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on clarification of use-dealer empowerment labor operations and customer enthusiasm.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10134681 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10134640
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This informational bulletin provides information on the appearance of chromed aluminum wheels due to chemical staining, pitting corrosion and/or spotted.
Source components: WHEELS.
Source record 10134640 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10112885
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This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that a noise or a vibration in the vehicle that seems to be abnormal may not have been there when the vehicle was purchased. Technician should look for Non - General Motors aftermarket accessories installed on the vehicle that can cause these issues.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10112885 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10112864
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This 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.
Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE.
Source record 10112864 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10112857
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This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that, when testing any circuit for open or resistance, it is imperative that all related terminal pin fit and tension be checked when the test steps require disconnection of the connector or component, prior to any component replacement. Always use the recommended terminal test tool during these tests.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10112857 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10133130
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This informational bulletin provides information pre-painting/cleaning process for TPO plastic fascias.
Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY.
Source record 10133130 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10138541
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This warranty administration bulletin provides information on the Clarification of Use for Dealer Empowerment Labor Operations and Customer Enthusiasm
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10138541 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10112664
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles may have a no power or no connect concern. Technician will find that the OnStar led is red and Diagnostic Trouble Code U1500 is set. Technician will need to replace the Vehicle Communication Interface Module if the Station Identification number falls in the ranges 14,000,000 - 16,000,000 or 22,000,000 - 23,200,000.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10112664 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10112641
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that fluid contamination may be directed to one of the following testing centers according to the type of fluid needing testing. Dealer should send the correct fluid to the proper testing center.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10112641 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10138220
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This informational bulletin provides information regarding the aftermarket device interference with onstar diagnostic service.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10138220 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10137478
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This informational bulletin provides information regarding the aftermarket device interference with onstar diagnostic service.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10137478 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10126163
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This informational bulletin provides information regarding the aftermarket device interference with onstar diagnostic service.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10126163 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10126171
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This informational bulletin provides a step by step procedure on how to properly use the GM chemicals to eliminate unwanted odors in vehicles and which products to use for each application.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10126171 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10112607
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This 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.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10112607 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10126196
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This informational bulletin provides information and rules for GM keycode look up applicationa dn the key code security rules and regulations for Canada only.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10126196 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10138200
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This informational bulletin provides a list of newly released PI and Bulletins in regards to recent released vehicles so that vehicles can be fixed right the first time in for service.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT · STRUCTURE.
Source record 10138200 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10137457
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This informational bulletin provides a list of newly released PI and Bulletins in regards to recent released vehicles so that vehicles can be fixed right the first time in for service.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10137457 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10126200
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This informational bulletin provides a single point reference and strategy document to aid in reducing customer comebacks, and the possibility of buyback situations by outlining specific guidelines, strategy and forms that will assist with this goal, by identifying, clarifying and documenting customer concerns accurately at each service visit.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10126200 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10112560
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about brake rotors on new vehicles and replacement parts from General Motors Service Parts Operations. Technician should be advised the costing should not be removed from the brake rotor it will wear off with normal brake usage. Dealer should communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle.
Source components: SERVICE BRAKES.
Source record 10112560 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10112528
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that during battery parasitic drain test, there may be some confusion as to what the normal power consumption reading should be from the OnStar system. Technician should understand the power cycles of the various OnStar systems. All Generation 6, 7, 8, and 9 systems are powered up continuously for 48 hours from ignition off. After 120 hours from ignition off, these systems then completely power off. The Onstar modules draw: * IGN ON - 240 to 400 Milliamp. * IGN OFF - 3 to 20 Milliamp for 48 hours or 120 hours on Gen 9 and vehicle communication platforms. * IGN OFF - 0.2 to 0.8 Milliamp after 48 hours or 120 hours on Gen 9 and vehicle communication platforms.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10112528 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10112494
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts. Technician can check Service Information for some accessories. Technician can also contact Partech for assistance.
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10112494 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10112468
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This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the percentage of Ultraviolet protection or tint offered by the windshield or side glass. Technician should be advised Windshield reduces Ultraviolet rays down to 4% or less. Front side door glass reduces Ultraviolet rays down to 35% or less. Windshields are SOLAR glass with a light transmittance of >/=70%. Front door glass are Solar glass with a light transmission of >/=70%. Rear door glass, quarter windows and back windows can use either Solar glass (>/=70%) or Privacy glass, which has a light transmittance of 20%.
Source components: VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD.
Source record 10112468 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10118626
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This warranty administrational bulletin provides information on Clarification of Use - Dealer Empowerment Labor Operations and Customer Enthusiasm
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10118626 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10246951
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Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10246951 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10042986
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GENERAL MOTORS: INFORMATION PROVIDED BY BULLETIN FOR ALL 2012 AND PRIOR GENERAL MOTOR TRUCKS AND PASSENGER VEHICLES REGARDING THE ADJUSTABLE COMFORT AND CUSTOM UPHOLSTERY OF THE DRIVER AND THE PASSENGER HEAD RESTRAINT. *PE
Source components: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT.
Source record 10042986 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10025148
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CLUNKING NOISE UNDER HOOD AND CAN BE FELT IN STEERING WHEEL AND/OR STEERING COLUMN (REPLACE UPPER INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT [I-SHAFT] ASSEMBLY). *PE
Source components: STEERING:COLUMN.
Source record 10025148 at NHTSA