2019 Chevrolet Volt Technical Service Bulletins

632 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2019 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.

• 10168188Oct 2, 2019Equipment. This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA) (US dealers only).
• 10165904Sep 25, 2019Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about a no start or another concern after swapping an Engine Control Module or other modules from one vehicle to another. The Global Architecture electrical system associated with these vehicles does not allow controller swaps between vehicles.
• 10166630Sep 19, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of seeing an intermittent Shift to Park message displayed while vehicle is in park.
• 10166638Sep 18, 2019Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
• 10166622Sep 17, 2019Equipment. This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Radio Displays Climate Off Message or HVAC Popup Displays Different Settings.
• 10165885Sep 11, 2019Electrical system. This Preliminary information communicates the possible setting of B101D-39 in the OnStar module and advises of over the air software update to resolve the concern.
• 10165883Sep 10, 2019Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician on a area to look at for a loss of low speed lan communication if the concern can't be found through normal diagnosis. The technician is to inspect connector X450 for water intrusion and repair as needed.
• 10166624Sep 6, 2019Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Intermittent OnStar Inoperative, DTC B101D-39, Red LED and Clock Date Time Inaccurate.
• 10165868Sep 5, 2019Forward collision avoidance. This Preliminary information communicates a "Forward Collision System Reduced" message displayed on the DIC when the Forward Automatic Braking has been set to the "Alert" setting. This is normal when the FAB has been set to "Alert".
• 10165127Aug 23, 2019Electrical system. This preliminary information bulletin provides information om Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4403, M4404, M4413, E4414, E4423, E4491 or E6961).
• 10165087Aug 23, 2019Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information, proper labor operation selection and causal part identification for warranty transactions (U.S. Only).
• 10165118Aug 22, 2019Equipment. This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Radio Displays Climate Off Message or HVAC Popup Displays Different Settings.
• 10165084Aug 20, 2019Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on Loss of Phone Pairing or Favorites, Last Setting of Volume, Station, App, and Audio Settings Change When Vehicle Shuts Down in Demo Mode and that this is considered a normal characteristic of the vehicle in demo mode.
• 10165126Aug 19, 2019Equipment. This bulleting provides Wiring, Terminal and Connector Repair Information including how to determine the Service Part Number in eSI and how to locate the part(s) in the EPC.
• 10165121Aug 15, 2019Engine cooling. This informational bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe internal engine damage.
• 10165122Aug 13, 2019Engine cooling. This informational bulletin provides information on Internal Engine Noise or Damage After Oil Filter Replacement.
• 10165123Aug 12, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. This informational bulletin provides information on Some vehicles may rock or move slightly forward or rearward while in Park at start up after cold soak. This condition may be accompanied by a clunk noise. This is a slight movement that is more often seen visually, rather than felt, when viewed from the outside and using the auto-start feature, if equipped.
• 10164763Aug 12, 2019Equipment. This PI was written to inform dealers of a condition where a "Climate off" message will be displayed on the screen even thought the HVAC system is fully operational. Dealers are also informed that engineering is working on a solution
• 10165096Aug 9, 2019Equipment. This Technical bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Radio Software Version V805 Over-the-Air Update Release.
• 10165079Aug 5, 2019Steering. This technical 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.
• 10163900Jul 26, 2019Equipment. This informational bulletin provides process information for the (GWM) and (WPC) parts return program.
• 10163667Jul 19, 2019Body 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.
• 10163880Jul 18, 2019Brakes. This Bulletin provides information, tips and graphics regarding specific Hybrid vehicle hydraulic brake system failures, emphasizing disc brake caliper guide pin failures.
• 10163653Jul 9, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Shift to Park message on the Driver Information Center. Technician will find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P1AEE, P1AEF, P1AF0, P1AF2, and P1E22. Technician will need to replace the transmission. Technician will need to review the latest version of PIP5321 for the Volt and PIP5390 for the Malibu.
• 10163272Jun 26, 2019Equipment. The intent of this technical bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
• 10163268Jun 26, 2019Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.
• 10163261Jun 26, 2019Fuel system. This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles and the TOP TIER FUELS website URL.
• 10162159Jun 26, 2019Electrical system. This Preliminary information communicates information to dealers advising certain Over the air updates and USB updates have been temporarily suspended.
• 10163260Jun 25, 2019Equipment. This informational bulletin advises about the possible issues that may occur when using a scotch brite pad or highly abrasive disk on gasket sealing surfaces or reused parts.
• 10163193Jun 25, 2019Equipment. This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.
• 10162140Jun 19, 2019Engine cooling. This Preliminary information communicates the possibility of a misfire occuring due to a broken center insulator on the spark plug.
• 10162124Jun 13, 2019Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about a no start or another concern after swapping an Engine Control Module or other modules from one vehicle to another. The Global Architecture electrical system associated with these vehicles does not allow controller swaps between vehicles.
• 10163263Jun 11, 2019Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin explains the labor operation numbers used for submitting warranty claims for module reprogramming and not when replacing a module.
• 10162120Jun 11, 2019Engine cooling. This Preliminary information communicates the possibility of a misfire occuring due to a broken center insulator on the spark plug.
• 10163237Jun 10, 2019Engine cooling. This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians and customers on steam/vapor coming from the front grille or radiator area.
• 10161162Jun 10, 2019Equipment, Electrical system. This Technical bulletin provides steps for dealers/technicians to change Wi-Fi hotspot displaying myCadillac for SSID name.
• 10163215Jun 6, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. This Bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle service record retention and proper handling of assembly returns.
• 10161880May 29, 2019Body and structure, Latches, locks and linkages. This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on the process to disable and enable passive unlocking.
• 10161932May 21, 2019Engine cooling. 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.
• 10161038May 21, 2019Equipment. This Preliminary information communicates information to dealers advising certain Over the air updates and USB updates have been temporarily suspended.
• 10161968May 20, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
• 10161019May 15, 2019Forward collision avoidance. This Preliminary information communicates a "Forward Collision System Reduced" message displayed on the DIC when the Forward Automatic Braking has been set to the "Alert" setting. This is normal when the FAB has been set to "Alert".
• 10161007May 13, 2019Exterior lighting. This Preliminary information communicates Information to the tech on how to properly locate the part for low beam headlight replacement .
• 10161003May 13, 2019Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have the high voltage battery the tabs on X3 could become damaged during service. Technician will need to ensure to use caution when removing and installing this connector. Connectors need to be square to each other before the cam lock is engaged.
• 10161002May 13, 2019Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles EV range is less than expected, or the estimated EV range on the display is greater than the actual range achieved. Dealer should walk the customer though using the energy screen. The energy screen will help the customer understand were there battery energy is being used.
• 10161950May 9, 2019Electronic stability control. This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of intermittent click noise at front of vehicle, ABS, Traction Control System (TCS)/Stabilitrak lamps may illuminate intermittently and/or deactivate for ignition cycle.
• 10161906May 9, 2019Tires. This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Tire Radial Force Variation (RFV).
• 10161929May 8, 2019Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information to cover GM's policy on performing GM covered vehicle services and maintenance on vehicles originating/sold in Canada.
• 10161943May 6, 2019Fuel system, Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians and customers on metric fuel consumption display inaccurate at times in the energy display.
• 10161907May 2, 2019Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Use of Dealer Case Management (DCM) and Being Prepared for Contacting U.S. Technical Assistance (TAC).

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