2018 Buick Enclave Technical Service Bulletins

1,027 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2018 Buick Enclave. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10123256Oct 16, 2017Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Product Quality Center has a part restriction for the T87A Transmission Control Module. The dealer technician is advised to call the GM Product Quality Center for further assistance.
• 10123243Oct 12, 2017Electrical system. This Preliminary information communicates to the technician, that they may be working on a concern of a Service Driver Assist System Message with B172E stored in history Do not replace any parts. Engineering is aware of the issue and a new control module is in development and will be available Q1 2019.
• 10134593Oct 11, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered seepage.
• 10134590Oct 9, 2017Latches, locks and linkages. This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on an outside door handle or lock cylinder cover being loose, or falling off.
• 10134566Oct 9, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on how to contact and when to contact TAC with issues involving the Buick Enclave.
• 10134581Oct 6, 2017Wheels. This bulletin provides a procedure to clean the back side of the rims and rotors and to correct the customers concern of wheel clicking.
• 10134595Oct 3, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on approved warranty part numbers for original equipment batteries
• 10123222Oct 3, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about what XM offerings are available for vehicles. A dealer or customer can access the website listed below for vehicle specific XM offerings and availability.
• 10134586Oct 2, 2017Electrical system. This Technical bulletin provides a procedure to install a twisted 3 jumper harness to address a Service AWD Message on DIC with DTCs C1266 or C1267.
• 10190376Oct 1, 2017Fuel system, Other or unknown, Equipment. Engineering Information – Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) On, DTCs P0171 Fuel Trim System Lean Bank 1 and/or P0174 Fuel Trim System Lean Bank 2
• 10190339Oct 1, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. Original Equipment Batteries Part Number and ACDelco Replacement Battery Approved Warranty Part Numbers Correct battery cold cranking amperage (CCA) ratings and type are critical for proper test results when using the EL-50313. Access to the battery specification label, which contains the OEM part number and CCA rating and type, may be difficult without component removal. Refer to the table below for the original…
• 10190338Oct 1, 2017Equipment. Essential Tools that Include Consumable Parts (U.S. Only)
• 10190337Oct 1, 2017Suspension. Information Regarding the Differences Between Fluid Leakage and Seepage This bulletin is intended to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak and what is considered seepage. Improper diagnosis may lead to unnecessary component replacement. Use the following information to determine if the condition is normal acceptable seepage or a defective component
• 10190329Oct 1, 2017Equipment, Back-over prevention (rear camera). Rear View Camera Guidelines Not Present at Times Condition Some customers may report that the Rear View Camera (RVC) guidelines are temporarily not available at times but the RVC will remain on during the concern. Additionally, no related DTCs will be found if this bulletin applies. One example of when this concern may be observed is if a customer quickly starts the car and immediately places the shifter in Reverse…
• 10190320Oct 1, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. IPC Odometer Programming Method Quick Reference Guide
• 10190318Oct 1, 2017Electrical system. All or Some Options May Be Missing from Driver Information Center (DIC) “Info Pages” Menu Due to Them Not Being Selected Condition Some customers may comment that with the “Info” option selected from the main menu (1), the “Info Pages” are blank (2) when scrolling up and down.
• 10190316Oct 1, 2017Equipment. TAC Action Center Established for Buick Enclave (U.S. Only)
• 10190309Oct 1, 2017Equipment, Body and structure, Latches, locks and linkages. Condition Information on Outside Door Handle or Lock Cylinder Cover Loose, Falling Off Some customers may comment on any of the following: • Outside door handle loose. • Outside door handle pulls out of door. • Outside door handle fell off. • Outside door handle lock cylinder cover fell off. • Outside door handle lock cylinder cover loose. Cause The cause of the condition may be either of the following issues: 1.
• 10190303Oct 1, 2017Equipment. TAC Action Center Established for Buick Enclave (U.S. Only)
• 10190278Oct 1, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. Service AWD Message Displayed on Driver Information Center (DIC) - DTCs C1266 and/or C1267Set Condition Some customers may comment that the service AWD message is on the DIC. The technician may find one or more of the following DTCs set: • C1266 • C1267 Cause This condition may be caused by an electromagnetic interference from adjacent circuits to the AWD control harness.
• 10190272Oct 1, 2017Wheels, Equipment. Clicking Noise from Front Wheels While Turning at Slow Speeds Condition Some customers may comment on a clicking noise emanating from the front wheels location. This condition may be more predominant at low speeds (10-20 mph or 16-32 km/h) during full wheel lock turns on dry clean pavement. Cause - his may be caused by interaction between the wheel mounting face and the wheel mounting surfaces on the brake rotor…
• 10190246Oct 1, 2017Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. Transmission Shudder, Low Idle, Stalling after Auto Start , Reduced Engine Power Displayed on Driver Information Center (DIC), Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated - DTCs P034B, P0506, P0011, P0014, P0021 and/or P0024 Set Some customers may comment on the following conditions: • MIL is illuminated • Transmission shudder • Low idle • Stall after auto start • Reduced Engine Power displayed on DIC The…
• 10157041Sep 28, 2017Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic Trouble Code B101D stored in Telematics Communication Interface Control Module. Technician will use Global Diagnostic System 2 to review the Firmware Over-the-Air version. If the Firmware Over-the-Air version on the scan tool equals 6708 the technician will need to contact General Motors Technical…
• 10159634Sep 26, 2017Fuel system, Electrical system. This engineering informational bulletin is requesting information from the field on vehicles that have the condition of Engineering Information ? Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) On DTCs P0171 Fuel Trim System Lean Bank 1 and/or P0174 Fuel Trim System Lean Bank 2.
• 10159623Sep 26, 2017Engine cooling. This informational bulletin provides information of a possible misfire that may happen from incorrect camshafts being installed in the reman engines.
• 10159622Sep 26, 2017Seats. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to apply grease to the seat track to correct a condition of a squeak noise coming from the seat due to lack of grease.
• 10159599Sep 22, 2017Suspension. This informational bulletin provides information on RDM Axle Ratios for AWD Vehicles for Vibration Diagnostics When Using the Pico Scope
• 10157027Sep 21, 2017Equipment, Back-over prevention (rear camera), Brakes, Lane departure. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have an Object Detection System Message Diagnostic Trouble Codes U0075, U026A, U026B, U026C, U0265, U0268, and/or U0269 stored in the active safety module. Technician should inspect his Multiple Diagnostic Interface cable for damage.
• 10159570Sep 20, 2017Electrical system. This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for battery testing and warranty replacements.
• 10157020Sep 20, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. The J-35616-64B is the latest test probe released for checking tension or probing the .64 series terminals. The test probe terminal has been released in the terminal repair kit (J-38125-620H) located in Lear Tray 7 part number 963716-2.
• 10159575Sep 14, 2017Electrical system. This warranty admin bulletin explains to the technician additional information may be needed when submitting transactions when doing wiring repairs.
• 10159572Sep 14, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin explains the importance of maintaining the vehicle.
• 10159569Sep 12, 2017Engine cooling, Equipment. This informational bulletin advises the possible issues that may occur using a scotch brite pad or highly abrasive disk on gasket sealing surfaces or reused parts.
• 10156999Sep 11, 2017Equipment. 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.
• 10159602Sep 8, 2017Equipment. This New Model Feature Informational Bulletin provides General Information, Training Courses Information, Special Tools Information and other Topics to help the Service and Sales Personnel become familiar with the features of this vehicle.
• 10159578Sep 7, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on approved warranty part numbers for original equipment batteries
• 10156990Sep 6, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits. Technicians should refer to Service Information for information regarding most accessories. Technicians may also contact Partech and/or the Techline Customer Support Center for additional support.
• 10159574Sep 5, 2017Engine. This informational bulletin provides information on Internal Engine Noise or Damage After Oil Filter Replacement.
• 10140293Aug 31, 2017Engine cooling. This informational bulletin provides information on Intake Manifold Inspection/Replacement After Severe Internal Engine Damage.
• 10140298Aug 30, 2017Equipment. 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.
• 10140406Aug 23, 2017Body and structure, Equipment. Thins informational bulletin provides information on Paint-less Dent Repair Process.
• 10137734Aug 23, 2017Engine. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0016, P0017, P0018, P0019, P0008 or P0009 may be set. Technician will need to inspect for loose timing chains or tensioners. If after following Service Information diagnostics the root cause is not found inspect the reluctor for the crankshaft sensor. If the reluctor has moved then replace crankshaft.
• 10140295Aug 22, 2017Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information on OnStar® VCIM is currently restricted parts. By working closely with our dealers and technicians, through the part restriction process, the General Motors team will gain a better understanding of any field concerns that may develop.
• 10137733Aug 22, 2017Equipment. 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.
• 10137727Aug 21, 2017Engine. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blow by. Technician will need to inspect the engine for Cylinder damage or scoring, An out of round cylinder bore, Dirt intrusion, and Catalytic Converter failure.
• 10140389Aug 16, 2017Seats. This informational bulletin provides information for customers and dealer personnel on dimples and/or crease visible on 2nd row seat back cover material when seat returned from fold flat position.
• 10137722Aug 16, 2017Equipment. The PI was created to advise of an engineering investigation for a concern of unable to connect toOnStar Virtual Advisor when selecting "New Destination" in the OnStar menu.
• 10137720Aug 14, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary information communicates that the valve body assembly for any vehicle equipped with a 9T50/60 transmission assembly equipped with the ETRS will require engineering review for possible complete transmission assembly replacement if diagnoses leads to be a valve body or ETRSconcern.
• 10140382Aug 9, 2017Electrical system. This informational bulletin explains where to locate the trailer brake controller blunt ends on the instrument panel wiring harness.
• 10140374Aug 9, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information for the service parts identification (SPID) label replacement.

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