2014 Chevrolet Malibu Technical Service Bulletins

1,727 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu. 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.

• 10112420Oct 22, 2013Engine. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Engine Assembly part numbers 12656342 and 12656343 will be placed on exchange program that will be in effect for the first full year of vehicle production. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Product Quality Center for further assistance.
• 10112418Oct 21, 2013Electrical system, Exterior lighting. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have brake lights remain on with the vehicle off and parked and/or the vehicle battery goes dead. Technician will need to inspect for aftermarket parts.
• 10112399Oct 8, 2013Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an OnStar system that will not power up. Technician should turn off the ignition and cancel retained accessory power. After the vehicle has powered down, remove power to the OnStar module for five minutes. After the power has been removed for five minutes, if the OnStar system is working release the vehicle.
• 10112388Oct 4, 2013Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic Trouble Code B101D-37 history in the Vehicle Communication Interface Module or telematics communication interface control module. Engineering has determined that this code will only display in history on the scan tool and will not cause issues with OnStar system operation.
• 10112387Oct 3, 2013Electrical 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 need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance. If the Diagnostic Trouble Code B101D has a sym 37 set please refer to the latest version of PIC5492.
• 10253587Oct 1, 2013Steering. Groan, Squeak or Rubbing Type Noise When Turning Steering Wheel.
• 10246632Oct 1, 2013Equipment. PAC Courtesy Transportation Assistance Program
• 10246618Oct 1, 2013Equipment. Car and Truck Fix it Right the First Time Issues
• 10245756Oct 1, 2013Equipment. Transport Mode On Message Displayed in Driver Information Center (DIC) and/or Battery Light is Flashing (Follow Procedure as Outlined Below)
• 10112383Oct 1, 2013Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with diagnostic tips for auxiliary battery testing. Technician should use the EL-50313 (GR8) and choose AGM battery type and Cold Cranking amps of 155.
• 10112382Oct 1, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the percentage of UV protection or tint offered by the windshield or side glass. Technician should be advised Windshield reduces UV rays down to 4% or less. Front side door glass reduces UV 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…
• 10073467Oct 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10073466Oct 1, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10073459Oct 1, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10070880Oct 1, 2013Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10064017Oct 1, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10063224Oct 1, 2013Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10053904Oct 1, 2013Equipment. Gm: some vehicles may experience a condition in which the brake lights remain when the vehicle is off and parked. The battery may also go dead. Make/models also included: buick encore/lacrosse/regal model year 2014, cadillac srx/xts model year 2014, chevrolet equinox/silverado 1500/trax model year 2014, and gmc sierra/terrain model year 2014.
• 10113256Sep 18, 2013Electrical system, Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an OnStar system that will not power up. Technician should turn off the ignition and cancel retained accessory power. After the vehicle has powered down, remove power to the OnStar module for five minutes. After the power has been removed for five minutes, if the OnStar system is working release the vehicle.
• 10114201Sep 6, 2013Engine cooling. 13283 - Service Update. An analysis of engine build data revealed that there could be a durability issue with the engines originally installed in these vehicles. To ensure the highest quality and best ownership experience for our customers, these engines need to be replaced prior to vehicle delivery.This bulletin provides a service procedure to replace the engine assembly on certain vehicles equipped with 4…
• 10060038Sep 6, 2013Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10113229Sep 4, 2013Electrical system, Equipment. 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.
• 10113227Sep 3, 2013Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory pats. Technician can check Service Information for some accessories. Technician can also contact Partech for assistance.
• 10250085Sep 1, 2013Seat belts. Seat Belt Extender Availability
• 10247683Sep 1, 2013Equipment. Navigation Radio, Radio, and Integrated Center Stack.
• 10246783Sep 1, 2013Engine cooling. Service Update for Inventory Vehicles Only Engine Piston Casting Error Expires September 30, 2014 - Equipped with 4 Cylinder Engine (RPO LCV or LKW)
• 10246572Sep 1, 2013Seat belts. Seat Belt Extender Availability
• 10245322Sep 1, 2013Equipment. Navigation Radio, Radio, and Integrated Center Stack.
• 10070275Sep 1, 2013Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10053869Sep 1, 2013Engine. Chevrolet: due to casting error, on some vehicles, the engine assembly needs to be replaced because of incorrect dimensionally pistons, which causes engine noises, rough running and/or bent valves between cylinder valves and pistons. Models 2013-2014 malibu, impala.
• 10053866Sep 1, 2013Engine, Equipment. Cadillac/buick/saturn/pontiac/chevrolet/ gmc: due to an abnormal engine noise or internal by an oil filter misapplication, filter debris may be transferred throughout engine and may result in engine damage. Model 2004-06 rendezvous, 2005-14 lacrosse, 2008-14 enclave, malibu, equinox, 2010-14 srx, terrain, 2013-14 ats, xts, 2009-14 traverse, 2014 impala, 2007-14 acadia, 2007-09 g6, aura, 2008-09 torrent, vue…
• 10053864Sep 1, 2013Steering. Buick/cadillac/chevrolet/gmc/pontiac/ saturn: there is fluid leaking from power steering system, along a fluid leak in front of vehicle underneath and should be inspected, cleaned and identified before repairing or replacing. Model 2010-14 lacrosse, 2011-14 regal, 2007-14 escalade, suburban, tahoe, yukon, yukon xl, yukon denali, yukon denali xl, 2013-14 xts, 2005-14 malibu, 2007-13 avalanche, silverado, sierra…
• 10113509Aug 30, 2013Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on Part Restriction and Ordering Process Information for OnStar Vehicle Communication Interface Modules (VCIM).
• 10114198Aug 29, 2013Equipment. 13283 - Service Update (Stop Delivery).
• 10060377Aug 29, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10113506Aug 28, 2013Tires. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on GM of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty Tire Program and Global Warranty Management (GWM) Submission Information.
• 10113502Aug 26, 2013Transmission and drivetrain, Brakes, Electrical system, Equipment, Engine…. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on a revised customer concern not duplicated/verified labor operation numbers and how to submit CCND.
• 10113212Aug 23, 2013Steering. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with a diagnostic tip service steering message or service stability message. Technician may find a Diagnostic Trouble Code C056E Sym 42 and a Diagnostic Trouble Code C0569 Sym 3A setting after a new steering gear assembly was installed. If Diagnostic Trouble Code C0710 Sym 71 is set it must be addressed first before performing a…
• 10113204Aug 21, 2013Body and structure, Wheels. This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with the steps to diagnose and repair the concern of mildew odor or water on front floor on either side of the vehicle. Technician will gain access to the front wheelhouse of the affected side. The front wheel house flange may have a void in the sealer causing water to leak through and accumulate on the floor or wet carpet will be found.
• 10113199Aug 20, 2013Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the OnStar system will not connect. Technician should record module info per the latest version of PIC4310 and contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center.
• 10113492Aug 15, 2013Seat belts. This informational bulletin provides information on availability for the seat belt extender.
• 10113182Aug 7, 2013Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the Samsung Galaxy S III will lose connection to the vehicle or does not connect to the vehicle. Customer can update the phone with the latest Android system software which begins with Android 4.4 version.
• 10113483Aug 5, 2013Tires. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information new tire warranty program and global warranty management submission information.
• 10247709Aug 1, 2013Steering, Electronic stability control. Service Steering Message or Service Stability Message.
• 10247054Aug 1, 2013Steering. Service Steering Message or Service Stability Message.
• 10063484Aug 1, 2013Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10130586Jul 23, 2013Equipment. This preliminary information bulletin provides information on inaccurate or slow response of outside air temperature display.
• 10130578Jul 18, 2013Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information for warranty codes that are generated by EL-50313 midtronics GR8 battery tester/charger.
• 10130572Jul 16, 2013Equipment. This preliminary information bulletin provides information on poor or no transmitter range when using the remote keyless entry (RKE) and/or remote vehicle start (RVS).
• 10130570Jul 16, 2013Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information for the PQC assembly replacement process.

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