2017 Chevrolet Volt Technical Service Bulletins

1,172 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2017 Chevrolet Volt. 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.

• 10156961Jul 14, 2017Equipment, Engine cooling. 17197 01 - Service Update. Some vehicles may have contact between an evaporative emission pipe and air conditioning (A/C) hose. Over time, such contact may wear a hole into the pipe causing a malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) to illuminate and diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0442 may set. Dealers will inspect the pipe for wear, install a bumper on the pipe; and if necessary, replace the purge pipe.
• 10114072Jul 13, 2017Back-over prevention (rear camera), Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the rear view camera options on the vehicles equipped with rear view camera. The rear view camera brightness can be adjusted on some models while the transmission is in reverse and using the Menu or Select button. To turn off or on the guidelines in the rear view camera, use the radio display Config icon then Display, then the…
• 10114071Jul 12, 2017Fuel system. This Preliminary information communicatesIn ambient temperatures 100F (37.7 C)degrees or higher, DTCs P2635 and/or P018B may set.The vehicle may also exhibit a hesitation or stalling condition.Excessively Hot and sustained ambient temperatures over 100F (37.7 C) degrees Mainly in TX, AZ, UT, NV, CA, NM (could be any state) causingVapor buildup in fuel feed line.Customers can be advised to utilize fuels with octane…
• 10114061Jul 5, 2017Forward collision avoidance. This Preliminary information communicatesa "Forward Collision System Reduced" message displayed on the DIC when theForward Automatic Braking has been set to the "Alert" setting. This is normal when theFAB has been set to "Alert".
• 10118290Jun 30, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary information communicatesIn ambient temperatures 100F (37.7 C)degrees or higher, DTCs P2635 and/or P018B may set.The vehicle may also exhibit a hesitation or stalling condition.Excessively Hot and sustained ambient temperatures over 100F (37.7 C) degrees Mainly in TX, AZ, UT, NV, CA, NM (could be any state) causingVapor buildup in fuel feed line.Customers can be advised to utilize fuels with octane…
• 10158901Jun 28, 2017Brakes, Wheels, Transmission and drivetrain, Vehicle speed control. 17229 - Service Update. Certain vehicles may develop a fractured right front side tubular half-shaft near the outboard cv joint. This condition presents itself at a low mileage, and the driver may hear a clunk, grinding or rattle noise at the right front side of the vehicle during braking or accelerating. Loss of propulsion may also occur without warning.
• 10158900Jun 28, 2017Equipment, Engine cooling. 17197 - Service Update. Some vehicles may have contact between an evaporative emission pipe and air conditioning (A/C) hose. Over time, such contact may wear a hole into the pipe causing a malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) to illuminate and diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0442 may set. Dealers will inspect the pipe for wear, install a bumper on the pipe; and if necessary, replace the purge pipe.
• 10118285Jun 28, 2017Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the High Voltage Drive Motor Battery and Battery sections have been placed on part restriction by General Motors Technical Assistance. Dealer will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
• 10158893Jun 20, 2017Fuel system, Engine, Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. 17228 - Customer Satisfaction Program. Certain vehicles, equipped with an automatic transmission (RPO MKV), may exhibit a condition where the driver notices a ?Propulsion Power is Reduced? message in the driver information center. This condition is sometimes accompanied by the diagnostic trouble code P0A7F or a significant decrease in actual electric vehicle range.
• 10118265Jun 15, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the radio will not retain the previous settings and will go to the Home Icon screen when the vehicle is restarted. Dealer should communicate to the customer that we apologize for this inconvenience and that General Motors is currently evaluating this concern.
• 10118256Jun 12, 2017Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the programming and activation of the OnStar system. For many 2008 and prior model year GM vehicles, the programming is performed using the Tech 2 and the activation is initiated by a Service Programming System.
• 10118246Jun 6, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary information communicates more information to help diagnoseP1AEE and P1AEF. It Gives 3 possible reason for the codes to set and areas to look.
• 10118235Jun 5, 2017Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that when watching a movie the audio does not match the video when playing though the vehicles speakers. Dealer should communicate to the customer that we apologize for this inconvenience and that General Motors is working on a solution for this concern.
• 10118233Jun 2, 2017Equipment. 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 Partect for assistance. Technician can also contact Techline Customer Support Center for programming issues.
• 10137631May 26, 2017Suspension. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to drill two holes in the rear axle housings to spray lubricant into and then close up with rivets to correct a condition of a rear axle creak noise due to the improper lubrication of some of the internals.
• 10137645May 24, 2017Engine cooling. This technical bulletin provides a procedure for checking and testing the cooling system first before replacing the Auxiliary Coolant Pump for a noise.
• 10137665May 23, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin explains the Road Force balancers and what they can do for customer concerns.
• 10137694May 22, 2017Engine cooling. This engineering informational bulletin is requesting information from the field on vehicles that have the condition of Malfunction Indicator Lamp Illuminated and DTC P0449 Set.
• 10137600May 22, 2017Wheels. This informational bulletin provides information on Chemical Staining, Pitting, Corrosion and/or Spotted Appearance of Chromed Aluminum Wheels.
• 10137680May 19, 2017Brakes. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information regarding the normal characteristic of instrument panel red brake light intermittently comes on.
• 10137601May 17, 2017Engine. This informational bulletin advises the possible issues that may occur using a scotch brite pad or highly abrasive disk on engine surfaces.
• 10137629May 16, 2017Brakes. This technical bulletin provides a procedure for replacing the brake pedal push rod retainer due to a noise heard when applying and releasing the brake pedal.
• 10137605May 15, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on General Motors Dealership Critical Equipment Requirements and Recommendations.
• 10137653May 10, 2017Engine, Equipment. This informational bulletin explains the difference in oil filters and the possibilities of what may happen using the incorrect filter.
• 10137640May 10, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information for automatic transmission Oil Cooler Flush and flow test.
• 10137635May 10, 2017Equipment, Fuel system. This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves, and explains how toptier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build up.
• 10137602May 4, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin provides the dealership with how to prep a vehicle for delivery to the customer to aid in higher CSi scores.
• 10137603May 2, 2017Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on required operating procedures.
• 10114046Apr 27, 2017Brakes. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to check and repair possible damaged terminals at the EBCM or the parking brake actuators.
• 10114043Apr 27, 2017Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information on Wireless Charging Module Diagnosis.
• 10113986Apr 26, 2017Fuel system. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the fuel pump module assembly if the DTC P2635 and/or P018B are set.
• 10113978Apr 26, 2017Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment Labor Operations and Customer Enthusiasm.
• 10118900Apr 25, 2017Electrical system. 17166 - Emissions Recall. General Motors has decided to conduct a Voluntary Emission Recall on certain vehicles. On some vehicles an electrical connector on the drive motor power inverter module may not have been properly connected during vehicle assembly. If this electrical connector becomes disconnected the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) will illuminate. Dealers will inspect the drive motor power inverter…
• 10114038Apr 24, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information for technicians to clear codes and for dealership personnel to advise the customers to avoid resting their foot on the brake pedal while using the accelerator pedal.
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• 10114027Apr 19, 2017Wheels. This informational bulletin provides information on Non-Design Intent Wheel Lock Nuts and Lug Nuts.
• 10113993Apr 18, 2017Equipment. this informational bulletin provides Information on Using MyBuick, MyCadillac, MyChevrolet, and MyGMC Phone Applications to Control GM Accessory Remote Start Kits.
• 10114048Apr 12, 2017Equipment. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
• 10113977Apr 10, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on proper use of floor mats.
• 10113979Apr 6, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on approved warranty part numbers for original equipment batteries
• 10113976Apr 6, 2017Electrical system. This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for battery testing and warranty replacements.
• 10113989Apr 4, 2017Wheels, Equipment. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to drill two holes in the rear axle housings to spray lubricant into and then close up with rivets to correct a condition of a rear axle creak noise due to the improper lubrication of some of the internals.
• 10138086Mar 29, 2017Suspension. This informational bulletin provides information on Driveline Clunk Noise and what is acceptable and what is considered normal operations.
• 10138027Mar 28, 2017Brakes. This technical bulletin provides a procedure for replacing the brake pedal push rod retainer due to a noise heard when applying and releasing the brake pedal.
• 10138176Mar 27, 2017Fuel system, Electrical system, Equipment. This Preliminary information communicates a posible loss of 12 volt power to the fuel pump drive module. This is to point the dealer at a possible lose terminal in the instrument panel fuse panel
• 10116665Mar 27, 2017Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician if blown or open fuses are found in the High Voltage Battery Disconnect Relay assembly the fuses are not available from General Motors Service Parts Operations. A replacement fuse can be obtained from the Warranty Parts Center. Technician will need to fill out the Warranty Parts Center request parts form.
• 10116664Mar 27, 2017Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information for the technician to check for an open 15 Amp fuse in the High Voltage Battery Disconnect Relay Assembly when the vehicle is unable to charge a 12 volt or High Voltage battery.
• 10138028Mar 21, 2017Electrical system. This Technical Bulletin provides information to inspect the active shutter wiring harness for any signs of chafing and the shutters for damage to correct an active shutters inoperative and MIL condition.
• 10116663Mar 21, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the accessory power module is being placed on part restriction. Dealer will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center for part replacement authorization.
• 10138171Mar 20, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Cabin Heater Control Module part number 22816851 will be placed on a parts restriction through the General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Dealer will need to contact for further assistance.

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