2013 Buick Regal Technical Service Bulletins

1,885 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2013 Buick Regal. 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.

• 10112923Mar 19, 2013Suspension, Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with the steps to diagnose and repair a vehicle with a broken, noisy, worn or misaligned Drive Motor Generator belt resulting in a no charge concern. Dealer will follow the instructions to replace the belt if broken and use a laser belt alignment tool to correctly align the new belt. Inspect the drive belt tensioner strut assembly to ensure that it…
• 10112921Mar 19, 2013Brakes, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have the Antilock Braking System, Service Traction Control System, and/or Service Stabilitrak lights are on. The Electronic Brake Control Module may have one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes C0035-C0050 with specifically symptom 18, 5A, or 0F. Technician will gain access…
• 10134652Mar 11, 2013Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on fix it right for first time issues.
• 10134640Mar 4, 2013Wheels. This informational bulletin provides information on the appearance of chromed aluminum wheels due to chemical staining, pitting corrosion and/or spotted.
• 10112888Mar 4, 2013Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Drive Motor Generator Battery Module and Drive Motor Generator Battery Sections for the 2012 - 2013 Buick LaCrosse, Buick Regal, and 2012 - 2013 Chevrolet Malibu ECO with eAssist are being placed on restriction through the General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for…
• 10254207Mar 1, 2013Engine cooling, Electrical system. No Crank/No Start, Dead Battery Due to Parasitic Drain/Discharge.
• 10247692Mar 1, 2013Equipment, Electrical system. Diagnostic Tip - Unable to Learn RKE Transmitters.
• 10246939Mar 1, 2013Electrical system. eAssist Generator Control And Battery Module Exchange Process And Order Instructions.
• 10246911Mar 1, 2013Back-over prevention (rear camera), Wheels. EBCM Wheel Speed Sensor Diagnostic Aid for ABS Message
• 10245804Mar 1, 2013Equipment. Aftermarket ALDL or DLC Interface Devices Causing Multiple Issues
• 10245331Mar 1, 2013Equipment. Diagnostic Tip - Unable to Learn RKE Transmitters.
• 10073575Mar 1, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10063399Mar 1, 2013Engine cooling. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10044385Mar 1, 2013Electrical system, Engine cooling. Buick/chevrolet: on certain eassist vehicles, belt for the drive motor generator may be noisy, broken, misaligned or worn, resulting in a no charge concern with the message, battery saver illuminated. *pe updated on 5/9/2013.
• 10112885Feb 26, 2013Equipment. 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.
• 10112878Feb 22, 2013Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with information on the proper washing of the bright aluminum moldings to avoid the moldings from getting damaged. It is recommended that a non-alkaline solution be used for preparation & washing of the bright aluminum moldings.
• 10114124Feb 13, 2013Electrical system. 12238D - Service Update (revised part numbers & instructions). The generator control module (GCM) may not function properly, resulting in the gradual loss of battery charge, illumination of the MIL, and eventual engine stall or no start condition. Dealers are to inspect and replace, if necessary, the GCM.
• 10112859Feb 13, 2013Exterior lighting, Electrical system. 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…
• 10112857Feb 13, 2013Electrical system. 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.
• 10060011Feb 13, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10253586Feb 1, 2013Steering. Groan, Squeak or Rubbing Type Noise When Turning Steering Wheel
• 10250083Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Paint-less Dent Repair Process
• 10246570Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Paint-less Dent Repair Process
• 10073141Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10073140Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10071507Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10070859Feb 1, 2013Steering. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10069907Feb 1, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10063398Feb 1, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10051891Feb 1, 2013Equipment. Buick/cadillac/chevrolet/gmc/saab: some vehicles have floor mats that are difficult to fully seat on carpet side retainer due to floor retainer being broken and various breakpoints for style of retainer and because different styles or designs not interchangeable and contains non matching retainers. Models 2010-13 lacrosse, srx, 2011-13 regal, cruze, equinox, volt, terrain, 9-4x, 2012-13 verano, sonic, 2008-13 cts…
• 10133161Jan 31, 2013Electrical system, Steering. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on inspecting the steering column seal, adjusting the electronic power steering wire harness bracket and replace the steering column seal to remove a groan, squeak or rubbing type noise when turning the steering wheel.
• 10112761Jan 31, 2013Body and structure. This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with information on the proper washing of the bright aluminum moldings to avoid the moldings from getting damaged. It is recommended that a non-alkaline solution be used for preparation & washing of the bright aluminum moldings.
• 10112760Jan 31, 2013Equipment, Brakes. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Electronic Brake Control Module and the Brake Pressure Modulator Valve parts restriction has ended. Dealer can now order the parts directly through your Parts Department without General Motors Technical Assistance Center authorization.
• 10112759Jan 31, 2013Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Battery Energy Control Module, Auxiliary Transmission Fluid Pump, Starter Generator, Generator Battery Control Wiring Junction Block, Generator Battery Disconnect Relay, Battery Energy Control Module, Battery Disconnect Switch Wiring Harness, Battery Disconnect Switch Wiring Harness, Generator Battery, and Generator Control and Battery…
• 10060414Jan 30, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10133156Jan 29, 2013Equipment. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on replacement for the auxiliary floor mat retainer due to the floor mat retainer won't seat on the carpet.
• 10133155Jan 29, 2013Equipment. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on radio reprogramming due to voice recognition, media data, route guidance, DVD playback concerns.
• 10133154Jan 29, 2013Equipment. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on radio recovery and reprogramming due to the radio locked up and does not respond to user input.
• 10133152Jan 28, 2013Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on the replacement process for the product quality center.
• 10133151Jan 28, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. This informational bulletin provides information for service agents not required to contact product quality center for CNG, LPG or gasoline engine, transmission and/or transfer case.
• 10133149Jan 28, 2013Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides a procedure on suspected tampering due to aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices causing multiple issues.
• 10133147Jan 28, 2013Tires. This informational bulletin provides information on tire radial force variation.
• 10133143Jan 25, 2013Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information on suspected tampering on vehicles modifications for identifying non GM ECM calibrations.
• 10060409Jan 25, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10133134Jan 22, 2013Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to turn the transport mode on/off message that is displayed in the DIC and/or battery light is flashing.
• 10133131Jan 16, 2013Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to turn the transport mode on/off message that is displayed in the DIC and/or battery light is flashing.
• 10133130Jan 16, 2013Body and structure. This informational bulletin provides information pre-painting/cleaning process for TPO plastic fascias.
• 10133126Jan 15, 2013Seat belts. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on properly repositioning the seat belt webbing/latch plate due to becoming twisted.
• 10133125Jan 14, 2013Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on a update for the Electronic Component Exchange Program (U.S. and Canada Only)
• 10060398Jan 10, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.

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