2021 Buick Encore GX Technical Service Bulletins

675 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2021 Buick Encore GX. 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.

• 10250258Jan 26, 2024Engine cooling. This service bulletin provides Information on Purge Pump Part Replacement and Purge pump Part Number Interchangeability.
• 10250244Jan 18, 2024Body and structure. This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
• 10249983Jan 16, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary information communicates the process for recording transmission noises using the PicoScope For review
• 10249590Jan 16, 2024Equipment. This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
• 10249979Jan 12, 2024Equipment. This PI states that a vehicle may exhibit a concern of the cross traffic alert indicators not displaying on the radio screen. While this is a customer dissatisfier, it does not pose a safety concern due to the fact that the customer will still be alerted to an approaching vehicle by the seat vibration. Dealers are advised that engineering is working on a resolution and it will be available by the end of 2023.
• 10249579Jan 12, 2024Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain. This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
• 10249011Jan 12, 2024Exterior lighting. This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
• 10249974Jan 10, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary information communicates inspection and/or needed repairs for DTC P2714 on a VT40 CVT transmission
• 10249531Jan 10, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. This service bulletin advises the technician to replace valve body first to determine if that is the issue for and if not, to inspect internal parts of transmission for any signs of abnormal wear to correct customer concerns of Loss of Forward gear, slipping, MIL.
• 10249535Jan 8, 2024Electrical system. This preliminary information (PI) provides information om Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes (E4398, E4399, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491 or E6961).
• 10248715Dec 19, 2023Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. This service bulletin provides service procedure information to correct a customer concern of Shift to Park Displayed on DIC When Vehicle is in- Park, No Start - DTC B000A Set.
• 10248716Dec 18, 2023Engine cooling. This service bulletin provides a procedure to fix an oil leak from a porous area at the cylinder head and how to fix it so that the engine does not have to be replaced.
• 10249294Dec 15, 2023Other or unknown, Electrical system. This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number for reflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses.
• 10247552Dec 12, 2023Equipment. This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
• 10247192Dec 8, 2023Electrical system, Engine cooling, Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
• 10247194Dec 7, 2023Engine cooling. This informational bulletin provides Information on Purge Pump Part Replacement and Purge Part Number Interchange.
• 10246477Nov 22, 2023Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the shifter if the park switch has been found with bad pins, causing the customers concern.
• 10245571Nov 17, 2023Engine cooling. This bulletin provides a procedure to test the turbo wastegate regulator valve before replacing the turbo for a possible rattle and/or code concern.
• 10245570Nov 16, 2023Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. This service bulletin advises the tech that the rotational Clicking Noise Heard After Engine Shut Down may be normal characteristics of the vehicle.
• 10245559Nov 16, 2023Equipment, Electrical system, Engine cooling, Exterior lighting. This service bulletin provides information to inform dealership personnel about Law Enforcement and Government vehicles that request to disable or enable content.
• 10247348Nov 7, 2023Equipment. This PI states that a vehicle may exhibit a concern of the cross traffic alert indicators not displaying on the radio screen. While this is a customer dissatisfier, it does not pose a safety concern due to the fact that the customer will still be alerted to an approaching vehicle by the seat vibration. Dealers are advised that engineering is working on a resolution and it will be available by the end of 2023.
• 10245401Nov 7, 2023Transmission and drivetrain. This informational bulletin explains how to check if the pulley and/or drive chain has any damage caused by low fluid or a code set that causes the transmission to default maxing out pressure.
• 10245395Nov 6, 2023Transmission and drivetrain, Wheels, Steering, Suspension, Engine cooling. This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.
• 10245352Nov 2, 2023Equipment, Exterior lighting. This informational bulletin provides information on dark spots in the headlamp pattern when the vehicle is pulled up to a wall or garage.
• 10245250Oct 30, 2023Wheels. This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S. Dealers Only).
• 10245248Oct 25, 2023Electrical system, Equipment. This service bulletin assists technicians in setting up PicoScope hardware/software to monitor CAN bus traffic (voltage patterns) to aid Technical Assistance (TAC) and Field Service Engineers (FSEs) in diagnosing electrical issues present on network communication circuits.
• 10244326Oct 11, 2023Equipment. This service bulletin provides information on General Motors Dealership Critical Equipment Requirements and Recommendations.
• 10244274Oct 6, 2023Wheels. This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
• 10244273Oct 6, 2023Engine cooling. This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
• 10244315Oct 3, 2023Equipment. This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on the Global Warranty Management (GWM) Warranty Parts Center (WPC) Parts Return Program.
• 10244275Oct 3, 2023Brakes. This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on a normal characteristic of Brake Pedal - Excessive Click Noise with Slight Press of the Brake Pedal.
• 10244278Oct 2, 2023Brakes. This service bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of hearing a front brake squeal noise during light brake pedal application.
• 10244202Sep 28, 2023Tires, Wheels. This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S. Dealers Only).
• 10244201Sep 26, 2023Equipment. This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
• 10244200Sep 26, 2023Equipment. This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).
• 10244174Sep 21, 2023Equipment. This bulletin provides information on Warranty Administration – Required Operating Procedures - 8 Points (U.S. Only).
• 10243750Sep 12, 2023Brakes. This service bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of hearing a front brake squeal noise during light brake pedal application.
• 10242844Sep 8, 2023Engine cooling. This service bulletin explains the difference in oil filters for gas engines with new oil pump control systems and the possibilities of what may happen using the incorrect filter.
• 10242980Sep 7, 2023Electrical system, Engine cooling. This bulletin provides a procedure to test the turbo wastegate regulator valve before replacing the turbo for a possible rattle and/or code concern.
• 10243717Sep 5, 2023Equipment. This bulletin provides information on Warranty Administration – Required Operating Procedures - 8 Points (U.S. Only).
• 10242843Sep 1, 2023Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay.
• 10242842Sep 1, 2023Equipment. This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).
• 10242262Aug 24, 2023Engine cooling. This 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.
• 10242307Aug 22, 2023Engine cooling. This Preliminary information communicates information regarding normal debris that could be found in the engine oil or engine oil pan during service generated by the wet belt system wear in.
• 10242306Aug 21, 2023Electronic stability control. This Preliminary information communicates to dealership technicians that if they receive a radio with the 2 stickers as noted above, the radio was remanufactured with missing components and will need to order another radio unit from the ESC to properly repair the vehicle at this time.
• 10242244Aug 18, 2023Engine cooling. This bulletin provides a procedure to test the turbo wastegate regulator valve before replacing the turbo for a possible rattle and/or code concern.
• 10242207Aug 18, 2023Equipment. This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).
• 10242206Aug 15, 2023Equipment. This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on the proper use of the labor operation 0600014.
• 10242204Aug 10, 2023Engine cooling. This informational bulletin advised the technician that the engine and related parts will be debited if found that the tech didn't properly prepare the engine block from dirt and debris in bolt holes or if found that the block was damaged by the tech.
• 10242070Aug 10, 2023Engine cooling, Electrical system. This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.

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