The manufacturer’s record · Page 12 of 18
Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 1,101–1,200 of 1,724, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Jan 6, 2015–Apr 23, 2015.
Back to 2014 Chevrolet MALIBU 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: 10113609
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This preliminary informational bulletin provides diagnostic and repair information for a customer concern of a musty odor inside the driver/passenger compartment and/or water leak near the front dash of the vehicle.
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10113609 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114474
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about connectivity concerns when connecting an Apple device via USB cord. Technician should insure the customer is using an original equipment manufacturer Apple USB cable.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10114474 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114470
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
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: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10114470 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113596
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This engineering information bulletin is requesting information from dealers on a customer concern that Battery Saver Active Message displayed on DIC, drive motor generator belt broken, and DTC P1A6F or P0A90 may be set.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.
Source record 10113596 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114459
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician about the calculation and operation of the engine oil life monitor. The monitor calculates the percent of oil life remaining, based on 3 pathways. The first pathway for oil life calculation is engine revolutions. The second pathway for oil life calculation is the mileage form the last rest for all General Motors powertrains except the Volt. The third pathway for oil life calculation is the amount of time the oil is in the engine. The Volt uses a 2 year timer instead of 1 year. It also uses the engine revolution counter. It does not use the mileage pathway to count down.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10114459 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113586
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This preliminary informational bulletin provides diagnostic and repair information to correct a customer concern of odor from HVAC system with temperature control set on high heat and engine at operating temperature.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.
Source record 10113586 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114451
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Human Machine Interface, Radio or Tuner, radio controls, Integrated Center Stack, display, and Media Disc Players are placed on restriction through the General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10114451 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113582
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This preliminary informational bulletin provides repair information for a customer concern of a transmission fluid leak at auxiliary pump seal.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP.
Source record 10113582 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135418
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin adds the 2014 and 2015 model years to information of a language change for OnStar System (U.S. and Canada only).
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10135418 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113785
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin adds the 2014 and 2015 model years to information of a language change for OnStar System (U.S. and Canada only).
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10113785 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139379
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the radio can be turned on after turning the ignition off and opening the driver?s door. The radio can then be turned back on after the vehicle's Retained Accessory Power has been canceled by simply pressing the power button on the radio. This is a normal characteristic of the key off operation.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10139379 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135412
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin provides information on the Product Quality Center (PQC) assembly replacement process for Service Agents not required to contact PQC prior to assembly replacement.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10135412 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113775
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin provides information on the Product Quality Center (PQC) assembly replacement process for Service Agents not required to contact PQC prior to assembly replacement.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10113775 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113773
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: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10113773 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113771
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This preliminary informational bulletin provides diagnostic and repair information to correct a customer concern of odor from HVAC system with temperature control set on high heat and engine at operating temperature.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.
Source record 10113771 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135410
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin provides technicians with a brake lathe calibration procedure.
Source components: SERVICE BRAKES.
Source record 10135410 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113770
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin provides technicians with a brake lathe calibration procedure.
Source components: SERVICE BRAKES.
Source record 10113770 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139361
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may OnStar inoperative and Navigation/GPS/Compass issues. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes B101D sym 3C and or F0. Technician will gather data using a scan tool and contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance. After approval technician will replace the OnStar module.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10139361 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139360
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a radio that the iPhone does not automatically re-pair and is no longer shown in the radio's Device List, XM Weather Alerts Activate Automatically after an ignition cycle, the Bluetooth connection may be lost when replying to a text message, After a OnStar Turn By Turn a "Routing" screen appears and stays on display even though the route requested had finished downloading, and USB audio still plays through speakers while Bluetooth phone call is in session. Technician will need to reprogram the radio.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10139360 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139359
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a radio that the iPhone does not automatically re-pair and is no longer shown in the radio's Device List, XM Weather Alerts Activate Automatically after an ignition cycle, the Bluetooth connection may be lost when replying to a text message, After a OnStar Turn By Turn a "Routing" screen appears and stays on display even though the route requested had finished downloading, and USB audio still plays through speakers while Bluetooth phone call is in session. Technician will need to reprogram the radio.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10139359 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135400
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This preliminary informational bulletin provides repair information for a customer concern of after pairing their iPhone to the radio, the phone does not automatically re-pair and is no longer shown in the radio?s ?Device List?.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10135400 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135396
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin provides information for repairing engine front cover oil leak, sealing surface preparation and applying RTV sealant.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10135396 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113759
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This preliminary informational bulletin provides repair information for a customer concern of after pairing their iPhone to the radio, the phone does not automatically re-pair and is no longer shown in the radio?s ?Device List?.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10113759 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113755
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin provides information for repairing engine front cover oil leak, sealing surface preparation and applying RTV sealant.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10113755 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139348
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Battery Energy Control Module and Generator Control and Battery Module will remain on restriction through the General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Dealer will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.
Source record 10139348 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135395
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This preliminary informational bulletin provides technicians with diagnostic tips for a customer concern of odor emanating from HVAC system.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.
Source record 10135395 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135394
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin communicates GM wiring repair strategy information.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING.
Source record 10135394 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135393
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This engineering information bulletin is requesting information from dealers on a customer concern that the brake lights stay illuminated without the brake pedal being pressed.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10135393 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113753
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This preliminary informational bulletin provides technicians with diagnostic tips for a customer concern of odor emanating from HVAC system.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.
Source record 10113753 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113752
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin communicates GM wiring repair strategy information.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING.
Source record 10113752 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113751
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This engineering information bulletin is requesting information from dealers on a customer concern that the brake lights stay illuminated without the brake pedal being pressed.
Source components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS.
Source record 10113751 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135387
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This preliminary informational bulletin provides diagnostic and repair information to correct a customer concern of odor from HVAC system with temperature control set on high heat and engine at operating temperature.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.
Source record 10135387 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135384
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This warranty administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies and the warranty claims submission procedures that support Labor Operation 0600014 ? Suspected Tampering or Vehicle Modifications.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10135384 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113745
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This warranty administration bulletin communicates GM required operating procedures (U.S. only) for service operations.
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10113745 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113744
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This preliminary informational bulletin provides diagnostic and repair information to correct a customer concern of odor from HVAC system with temperature control set on high heat and engine at operating temperature.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.
Source record 10113744 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113741
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This warranty administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies and the warranty claims submission procedures that support Labor Operation 0600014 - Suspected Tampering or Vehicle Modifications.
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10113741 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135383
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin provides dealership personnel information on unscheduled supplemental services (including flushing services and additives) and proper use of GM simplified maintenance schedules (Canada only).
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10135383 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113740
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin provides dealership personnel information on unscheduled supplemental services (including flushing services and additives) and proper use of GM simplified maintenance schedules (Canada only).
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10113740 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139322
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a radio that the iPhone does not automatically re-pair and is no longer shown in the radio?s Device List, XM Weather Alerts Activate Automatically after an ignition cycle, the Bluetooth connection may be lost when replying to a text message, After a OnStar Turn By Turn a "Routing" screen appears and stays on display even though the route requested had finished downloading, and USB audio still plays through speakers while Bluetooth phone call is in session. Technician will need to reprogram the radio.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10139322 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135381
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin provides technicians with diagnostic tips for preventing oil leaks after changing oil and filter.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10135381 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113738
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin provides technicians with diagnostic tips for preventing oil leaks after changing oil and filter.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10113738 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139314
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Human Machine Interface, Radio or Tuner, radio controls, Integrated Center Stack, display, and Media Disc Players are placed on restriction through the General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10139314 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135377
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin provides information on the PQC assembly replacement process - for dealers required to contact PQC prior to replacing an assembly (U.S. and Canada only).
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10135377 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135376
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This preliminary informational bulletin provides diagnostic and repair information for a customer concern of intermittently HVAC blows only cold air with vehicle at operating temperatures.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.
Source record 10135376 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113731
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin provides information on the PQC assembly replacement process - for dealers required to contact PQC prior to replacing an assembly (U.S. and Canada only).
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10113731 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113730
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This preliminary informational bulletin provides diagnostic and repair information for a customer concern of intermittently HVAC blows only cold air with vehicle at operating temperatures.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.
Source record 10113730 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135372
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This preliminary informational bulletin provides diagnostic tips for Stop/Start and AutoStop operation that may be helpful in addressing a customer concern of vehicle does not engage in AutoStop mode and/or vehicle automatically restarts during an AutoStop event.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10135372 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10135371
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin provides information for fleet vehicles which details the proper configurations for the ignition key, fob, key tags and key rings.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES.
Source record 10135371 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113725
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This preliminary informational bulletin provides diagnostic tips for Stop/Start and AutoStop operation that may be helpful in addressing a customer concern of vehicle does not engage in AutoStop mode and/or vehicle automatically restarts during an AutoStop event.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING.
Source record 10113725 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113724
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin provides information for fleet vehicles which details the proper configurations for the ignition key, fob, key tags and key rings.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION.
Source record 10113724 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113720
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin provides information on a GM of Canada OnStar® cellular communication upgrade.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10113720 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10057986
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
GENERAL MOTORS 2014-2015 CHEVROLET IMPALA, MALIBU: SOME VEHICLES BRAKE LIGHTS STAY ILLUMINATED WITHOUT BRAKE PEDAL BEING PRESSED. *LJ
Source components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS.
Source record 10057986 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113573
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin provides information on dealer reimbursement procedures for Customer Assistance Center (CAC) Tier 1 and Tier 2 empowerment tools: diagnostic fee, short term rental, and up-front towing (U.S. only).
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10113573 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114440
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Navigation radio does not have a global positioning system location but OnStar is able to accurately locate the vehicle. Technician should check the installation of the COAX cables to be router correctly. Technician will gain access to the Radio or Human Machine Interface depending on the vehicle build. Install the EL-49903 test antenna to the Radio HMI and evaluate the operation. If the GPS signal is restored, inspect for incorrect coax routing as described above and if found, reroute the cable so it does not bypass the splitter.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10114440 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113571
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin communicates Information to technicians on control module Diagnostic Trouble Code(s) (DTC)(s) P0601, P0602, P0603, P0604, P0606, P062F, P06F3, P1621 which can be shared in multiple modules.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10113571 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113570
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This technical bulletin is a revision for 11-08-49-001M to update the Condition.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10113570 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114432
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Navigation radio does not have a global positioning system location but OnStar is able to accurately locate the vehicle. Technician should check the installation of the COAX cables to be router correctly. Technician will gain access to the Radio or Human Machine Interface depending on the vehicle build. Install the EL-50334 test antenna to the Radio HMI and evaluate the operation. If the GPS signal is restored, inspect for incorrect coax routing as described above and if found, reroute the cable so it does not bypass the splitter.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10114432 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113566
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM.
Source record 10113566 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113561
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin communicates Information to dealership personnel that vehicles factory filled with dexos1 5W-20 oil are approved to substitute dexos1 0W-20 oil as optional top off and service fill.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10113561 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113556
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This preliminary informational bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of a loud engine whine noise.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL.
Source record 10113556 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114415
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have an intermittent "Service Charging System" message on the Driver Information Center or a Battery Malfunction Indicator Lamp during an auto stop event. If there is no fault found during diagnostics for P0621 contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.
Source record 10114415 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114408
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This 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.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10114408 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113540
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This preliminary informational bulletin provides technicians a diagnostic tip when DTC P305F: Dual Battery Control Module Performance, has been set.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.
Source record 10113540 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113538
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin communicates comprehensive instructions to GM Dealers and authorized GM Accessory Distributor/Installers as to the proper methods for mounting, balancing, and installing accessory wheels and tires.
Source components: TIRES · WHEELS.
Source record 10113538 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114395
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that the Auto Door Lock/Unlock Feature Is Inoperative and/or Power Locks Cycle. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes B3125, B3130 and B3135 sym 02 could be set. Technician should gain access to the door latch assembly to inspect the rod. If the rod is incorrect replace it with the latest part in the parts catalog.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10114395 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113530
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This preliminary informational bulletin provides diagnosis and repair information regarding bearing damage or when an engine will not rotate.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10113530 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113529
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This preliminary informational bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of fuel gauge does not read full, only goes to 7/8 full.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE · FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM.
Source record 10113529 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113527
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin communicates GM's position on exterior lighting components ?tinted or smoked? by an outside vendor.
Source components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Source record 10113527 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113519
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This preliminary informational bulletin adds the 2015 model year to repair information on correcting a customer concern of poor, limited, reduced Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) or Remote Vehicle Start (RVS) range.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10113519 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113517
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This preliminary informational bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern about a loud whine noise coming from the engine. The frequency of the noise increases and decreases with the engine RPM.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10113517 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113514
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin communicates GM's position on use of nitrogen gas in tires.
Source components: TIRES.
Source record 10113514 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10113512
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This preliminary informational bulletin provides a diagnostic tip for low line pressure or pressure regulator valve stuck after transmission service pump cover replacement.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR.
Source record 10113512 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10057660
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
GENERAL MOTORS 2013-2015: BUICK REGAL, CADILLAC ATS, CADILLAC CTS SEDAN, CHEVROLET MALIBU, CHEVROLET IMPALA. A WHINNYING NOISE COMING FROM ENGINE IS LOUD DUE TO DECREASING AND INCREASING OF ENGINE RPMS. . UPDATED 6/17/15. *LJ
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10057660 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10057657
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
GENERAL MOTORS: 2013-2015 BUICK REGAL, CADILLAC ATS, CADILLAC CTS SEDAN, CHEVROLET MALIBU, GMC CANYON. PRELIMINARY INFORMATION REGARDING BEARING ENGINE OR ENGINE NOT ROTATING DUE TO DAMAGED MAIN BEARINGS OR ROD. *LJ
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10057657 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10057277
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
GENERAL MOTORS: 2014 CHEVROLET MALIBU EQUIPPED WITH 2.5L ENGINE AND 6T40 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION(RPOS LKW, MNH); SOME CUSTOMERS MAY EXPERIENCE PUSH/ PULL OF THE VEHICLE OR ENGINE MISFIRE. *LJ
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10057277 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139444
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This preliminary informational bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of the fuel gauge not reading full, only goes to 7/8 full.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM.
Source record 10139444 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10095364
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO THE TECHNICIAN ABOUT VEHICLES THAT MAY HAVE A BLANK DISPLAYS, FLASHING DISPLAYS, ERROR OR UPDATE FAILED MESSAGES, NAVIGATION MAP NOT LOADING, BLUETOOTH OR USB CONCERNS. TECHNICIAN SHOULD INSPECT THE USB/SD CARD PORT FOR A SD CARD OR A DEVICE PLUG INTO ANY OF THE USB PORTS.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10095364 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139442
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This preliminary informational bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern that the engine surges or RPM oscillates rapidly (200-300 RPMs) while under heavy load.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10139442 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139438
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin provides information to correct a dealer concern of what they perceive to be paint staining when the protective shipping film is removed from certain vehicles.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10139438 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139437
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin updates information on electrical ground repairs using new replacement fasteners with conductive finish.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10139437 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139436
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin adds 2014 - 2015 model years to information regarding comeback prevention and using Customer Concern Verification Sheets (CCVS).
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10139436 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139433
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin provides information on control module diagnostics and configuration, programming using the TIS Service Programming System (SPS), set-up and warranty.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10139433 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139430
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin provides information on chemical staining, pitting, corrosion and/or spotted appearance of chromed aluminum wheels, along with warranty information regarding these conditions.
Source components: WHEELS.
Source record 10139430 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114361
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have a Service Charging System, Battery Saver message Or Malfunction Indicator Lamp on, and/or charging system inoperative. Technician will use Global Diagnostic System 2 and clear the Diagnostic Trouble Codes in the Hybrid Powertrain Control Module and the Battery Energy Control Module. Then turn the ignition off for a minimum of 2 minutes to allow the high speed local area network and powertrain expansion bus to power down. Start the car and monitor the charging system voltage. If the charging system is still inoperative there may be a logic lock condition. Disconnect the 12V battery and perform a Global Capacitive Discharge and repeat steps again.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10114361 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10095156
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO THE TECHNICIAN ON THE STEPS TO DIAGNOSE AND REPAIR VEHICLES THAT MAY HAVE A SERVICE CHARGING SYSTEM, BATTERY SAVER MESSAGE OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON, AND/OR CHARGING SYSTEM INOPERATIVE. TECHNICIAN WILL USE GLOBAL DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM 2 AND CLEAR THE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES IN THE HYBRID POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE AND THE BATTERY ENERGY CONTROL MODULE. THEN TURN THE IGNITION OFF FOR A MINIMUM OF 2 MINUTES TO ALLOW THE HIGH SPEED LOCAL AREA NETWORK AND POWERTRAIN EXPANSION BUS TO POWER DOWN. START THE CAR AND MONITOR THE CHARGING SYSTEM VOLTAGE. IF THE CHARGING SYSTEM IS STILL INOPERATIVE THERE MAY BE A LOGIC LOCK CONDITION. DISCONNECT THE 12V BATTERY AND PERFORM A GLOBAL CAPACITIVE DISCHARGE AND REPEAT STEPS AGAIN.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.
Source record 10095156 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139424
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This engineering information bulletin is requesting information from dealers on a customer concern that a Battery Saver Active message is displayed on DIC, drive motor generator belt broken, and DTC P1A6F or P0A90 may be set.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10139424 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139422
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This preliminary informational bulletin provides technicians an engine repair tip for installation of pistons.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10139422 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114352
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This 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.
Source components: TIRES · WHEELS.
Source record 10114352 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10095317
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
THIS 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.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10095317 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139415
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on ACDelco® replacement battery warranty procedures.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.
Source record 10139415 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139414
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This warranty administration bulletin adds 2012 - 2015 model years to information communicating a change in the product field action customer reimbursement procedure (U.S. Dealers Only).
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10139414 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114343
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This 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.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10114343 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114342
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
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 10114342 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10094888
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
THIS 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 GREADYH OR GONSTAR READYH 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.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10094888 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139411
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This preliminary informational bulletin provides information that accessory remote start does not work with OnStar RemoteLink? phone application.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10139411 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139206
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This preliminary informational bulletin adds 2014 - 2015 model years to repair information to correct a customer concern that there is a sharp metal edge across the inside top area of the rear compartment opening.
Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID.
Source record 10139206 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10114334
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have an external oil leak and/or diagnostic trouble code P16D0 after the cylinder head was replaced. If the is an external leak verify the oil galley plugs 5 and 6 are installed. If diagnostic trouble code P16D0 sets, verify oil galley plug 10 has been installed.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10114334 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10095192
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO THE TECHNICIAN ABOUT VEHICLES THAT MAY HAVE AN EXTERNAL OIL LEAK AND/OR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P16D0 AFTER THE CYLINDER HEAD WAS REPLACED. IF THE IS AN EXTERNAL LEAK VERIFY THE OIL GALLEY PLUGS 5 AND 6 ARE INSTALLED. IF DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P16D0 SETS, VERIFY OIL GALLEY PLUG 10 HAS BEEN INSTALLED.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10095192 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139200
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin provides information that may be useful in diagnosing/testing batteries that have set for a long period of time and/or set in cold weather climates to correct a customer concern of symptoms that include, but not limited to, a slow or no crank condition that may be caused by a discharged battery.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY · ENGINE.
Source record 10139200 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10139199
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
This informational bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure, when diagnosing vibration concerns.
Source components: SUSPENSION.
Source record 10139199 at NHTSA