2021 Chevrolet MalibuService bulletins
2021 Chevrolet Malibu Technical Service Bulletins
696 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2021 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.
- 10193459Apr 19, 2021Equipment, Engine. This Preliminary information communicates to technician's if they remove the front timing cover when performing a repair, they should inspect the timing chain guide upper bolt for being loose. This document is an attempt to collect parts so engineering can investigate the concern.
- 10194101Apr 16, 2021Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information requirements applicable to key fob replacement under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty or under a Replacement Parts Warranty on 2017-2022 and newer model year vehicles with RPO ATH and AVJ (U.S. Only).
- 10194081Apr 13, 2021Equipment. 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.
- 10195128Apr 9, 2021Suspension. This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 10193445Apr 9, 2021Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. This Preliminary information communicates to technician's if they remove the front timing cover when perprming a repair, they should inspect the timing chain guide upper bolt for being loose. This document is an attempt to collect parts so engineering can investigate the concern.
- 10193438Apr 8, 2021Equipment. This Preliminary information communicates Possible Crank no start or extended crank with DTC p12A6 set current or history. Under Investigation
- 10194082Apr 7, 2021Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information, proper labor operation selection and causal part identification for warranty transactions (U.S. Only).
- 10195149Apr 6, 2021Equipment. This service bulletin provides information on Enhancing Field Product Reports with Digital Pictures.
- 10195127Apr 6, 2021Equipment. This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. Dealers Only).
- 10193427Apr 1, 2021Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary information communicates Possible Crank no start or extended crank with DTC p12A6 set current or history. Under Investigation
- 10190443Mar 31, 2021Back-over prevention (rear camera), Equipment. This Preliminary information communicates a condition where the radio may display a :connection not availale, please call OnStar agent". This bulletin advises that Engineering is working on a software solution that will prevent the message from displaying when listening to non-SXM sources, but still allow the message to display when a loss of connectivity exists and the user is attempting to play Sirius XM.
- 10190441Mar 31, 2021Equipment. This Preliminary information communicates Information found from PIE0611A that leads to a programming concern with the SDM setting a B0017-08
- 10191226Mar 30, 2021Equipment. This service bulletin provides repair information for Radio Software Version V155 Update.
- 10191191Mar 30, 2021Equipment. This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 10191192Mar 29, 2021Equipment. This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).
- 10190425Mar 24, 2021Equipment. This Preliminary information communicates Information found from PIE0611A that leads to a programming concern with the SDM setting a B0017-08
- 10192031Mar 22, 2021Electrical system. This service bulletin provides information for dealers on Using EL-52545 When Diagnosing PEPs Transmitter Key Fobs (North America ONLY).
- 10190412Mar 19, 2021Engine cooling. This Preliminary information communicates Possible Crank no start or extended crank with DTC p12A6 set current or history. Under Investigation
- 10192034Mar 17, 2021Electrical system. This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information requirements applicable to key fob replacement under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty or under a Replacement Parts Warranty on 2021 and newer model year vehicles with RPO ATH (U.S. Only).
- 10191233Mar 17, 2021Equipment. This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S. Only).
- 10190407Mar 16, 2021Back-over prevention (rear camera). This Preliminary information communicates A list of software concerns and advises that engineering is working on a resolution. This PI will be changed to a bulletin once the Software is released.
- 10191215Mar 15, 2021Equipment. This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Vehicles that Will Not Hold Set Cruise Control Speed in Enhanced Cruise Control Mode.
- 10191194Mar 15, 2021Electrical system. This service bulletin provides a repair procedure to correct a customer concern of start/stop inoperative, MIL illuminated w/DTC P2797.
- 10191232Mar 11, 2021Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on proper use of floor mats.
- 10191207Mar 11, 2021Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin provides information on Policies Applicable to All U.S. Dealers for Engine and Transmission Assembly Replacement Under Warranty, Policy or Customer Enthusiasm and information on Submission of Warranty Transaction in Global Warranty Management.
- 10191227Mar 9, 2021Electrical system. This service bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Instrument Cluster Resets, Center Display Goes Blank, or Gauges Inoperative.
- 10191217Mar 9, 2021Equipment. This informational bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 10191206Mar 9, 2021Electrical system. This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for battery testing and warranty replacements.
- 10191163Mar 8, 2021Steering. This service bulletin provides a procedure inspecting for excess grease or Sealant on the Exterior of the steering gear due to seeing grease or sealant on certain locations on the gear.
- 10190359Mar 5, 2021Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary information communicates Possible Crank no start or extended crank with DTC p12A6 set current or history. Under Investigation
- 10191190Mar 2, 2021Engine cooling. This service bulletin provides a service procedure to correct conditions of Poor Engine Performance in Extremely cold weather conditions, CAC Icing, MIL Illuminated with DTCs set.
- 10188403Jan 29, 2021Suspension, Transmission and drivetrain. This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10188401Jan 29, 2021Equipment, Body and structure. This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on accessory all-weather floor liners and flat mats warped or misshapen.
- 10187745Jan 22, 2021Engine. 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.
- 10187768Jan 12, 2021Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. This service bulletin provides information explaining possible normal CVT automatic transmission performance.
- 10187429Dec 23, 2020Electrical system, Equipment. This service bulletin provides V152 radio software update information to correct customer concerns of various software issues.
- 10187379Dec 23, 2020Equipment. This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).
- 10187202Dec 23, 2020Back-over prevention (rear camera). This Preliminary information communicates A list of software concerns and advises that engineering is working on a resolution. This PI will be changed to a bulletin once the Software is released.
- 10186102Dec 23, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. This service bulletin provides V152 radio software update information to correct customer concerns of various software issues.
- 10186065Dec 23, 2020Equipment. This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).
- 10185751Dec 23, 2020Back-over prevention (rear camera). This Preliminary information communicates A list of software concerns and advises that engineering is working on a resolution. This PI will be changed to a bulletin once the Software is released.
- 10187427Dec 22, 2020Engine cooling. This service bulletin provides a procedure to program the ECM if found the cause of the MIL.
- 10187201Dec 22, 2020Back-over prevention (rear camera). This Preliminary information communicates A list of software concerns and advises that engineering is working on a resolution. This PI will be changed to a bulletin once the Software is released.
- 10186100Dec 22, 2020Electrical system, Engine cooling, Equipment. This service bulletin provides a procedure to program the ECM if found the cause of the MIL.
- 10185750Dec 22, 2020Back-over prevention (rear camera). This Preliminary information communicates A list of software concerns and advises that engineering is working on a resolution. This PI will be changed to a bulletin once the Software is released.
- 10187424Dec 21, 2020Exterior lighting, Engine cooling. This service bulletin provides a procedure to correct a customer concern of a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) - DTC P2B95, P2B0A, P2B08, P2B09, and/or P2B0B set.
- 10186097Dec 21, 2020Electrical system, Equipment. This service bulletin provides a procedure to correct a customer concern of a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) - DTC P2B95, P2B0A, P2B08, P2B09, and/or P2B0B set.
- 10187197Dec 18, 2020Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary information communicates Possible Crank no start or extended crank with DTC p12A6 set current or history. Under Investigation
- 10185746Dec 18, 2020Engine cooling. This Preliminary information communicates Possible Crank no start or extended crank with DTC p12A6 set current or history. Under Investigation
- 10187428Dec 17, 2020Equipment. This service bulletin provides information to aid a dealer/customer concern of Radio Unwanted Phantom Touch or Non-Responsive to Touch After Cleaning/Disinfecting Radio Display.
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.