2020 GMC Sierra 1500 Technical Service Bulletins

1,539 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500. 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.

• 10193454Apr 15, 2021Back-over prevention (rear camera). This Preliminary information communicates that engineering is investigating a repair for a chirp noise associated with the front axle assembly.
• 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.
• 10193451Apr 12, 2021Brakes, Lane departure, Back-over prevention (rear camera). This Preliminary information communicates that after installation of GM Accessory Performance Brake Pads it may be noticed the EBCM has set DTC(s) C116C 05 and/or C116B 05. There will be NO warning lights or messages displayed on the IPC/DIC. The GM Accessory Performance Brake Pads do not utilize the brake pad wear sensor. None. These DTC(s) do not cause any warning lights or messages to be displayed in the IPC/DIC.
• 10193449Apr 12, 2021Back-over prevention (rear camera). This Preliminary information communicates an issue with a noise caused by the engine harness rubbing on the floor pan. Dealers are to reposition the harness to fix the noise.
• 10195128Apr 9, 2021Suspension. This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
• 10193447Apr 9, 2021Equipment. This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer technician that the valve body Part Unique Number (PUN) may contain the letter O or the number 0.
• 10194084Apr 8, 2021Equipment. This informational bulletin explains the difference in AFM and DFM engines and what is and is not activated during this occurrence.
• 10194088Apr 7, 2021Other or unknown. This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of seeing the trailer running lights shut off due to excessive load on the running lamp circuit.
• 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).
• 10194086Apr 1, 2021Air bags, Back-over prevention (rear camera). This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of hearing a rattle noise from driver or passenger seat belt.
• 10193429Apr 1, 2021Transmission and drivetrain, Body and structure. This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer technician to replace the transmission valve body on 2019-2021 10 speed transmissions to correct DTCs P2812 and P2814 setting if Service Information does not lead to root case of these DTCs.
• 10192044Mar 31, 2021Electrical system, Engine. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to locate a possible short in the engine wiring harness.
• 10191237Mar 31, 2021Electrical system. This engineering informational bulletin is requesting information from technicians to perform the check list provided and contact the engineer listed in regards to the Service Engine Soon Lamp illuminated on Driver Information Center.
• 10190444Mar 31, 2021Suspension, Body and structure. This Preliminary information communicates Some customers may comment about a rough idle and/or vibration at idle. This condition may be most noticeable when the engine is completely warmed up and accessories are off, you may also feel this while idling at a stop in Drive. May feel like a misfire, stumble, lopey or lumpy idle or may be described as a low idle.
• 10191253Mar 30, 2021Exterior lighting. This engineering information (EI) is requesting information from technicians to perform the check list provided and contact the engineer listed in regards on a turn signal not canceling and/or mis-canceling.
• 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.
• 10190435Mar 30, 2021Body and structure. This Preliminary information communicates to technicians to replace the rear cover with seal in the event of a rear oil seal leak.
• 10191214Mar 29, 2021Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of DTC P0101 Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor Performance, P1682 Set after MAF Replacement.
• 10191192Mar 29, 2021Equipment. This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).
• 10192037Mar 24, 2021Engine. This informational bulletin advises the tech that the solenoid style engine mounts are being replaced with standard non solenoid mounts.
• 10190422Mar 23, 2021Equipment. This Preliminary information communicates to technicians a possible cause and correction for a P026A
• 10190419Mar 23, 2021Electrical system. This Preliminary information communicates information to not make any repairs for momentary camera flicker when brake light, turn signal, or hazards are active with radio RPO IOR. GM engineering is working on a resolution for this concern. This PI will be deleted and a bulletin created when a repair is available.
• 10192031Mar 22, 2021Electrical system. This service bulletin provides information for dealers on Using EL-52545 When Diagnosing PEPs Transmitter Key Fobs (North America ONLY).
• 10190415Mar 22, 2021Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary Information provides information to the technician about a additional diagnostic tip for a check engine lamp for DTC P3055 and P3056 and the start/Stop being inoperative.
• 10191213Mar 18, 2021Air bags. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the air bag and air bag harness to correct a condition of Airbag Malfunction Warning and Airbag Malfunction Indicator Illuminated with DTC B0001-1B due to corrosion.
• 10191233Mar 17, 2021Equipment. This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S. Only).
• 10191229Mar 17, 2021Engine cooling. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to correct the condition of Information on Vehicles Engine Shuts Off After 30 or 60 Minutes of Idling.
• 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.
• 10191202Mar 10, 2021Engine cooling. This informational bulletin explains why more DEF is being used in diesel engines do to new emission standards.
• 10191197Mar 10, 2021Body and structure. This preliminary informational bulletin provides frame coating repair information to correct a customer concern of wax coating on frame peeling, metal shows corrosion/rusting (U.S. and Canada Only).
• 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.
• 10191244Mar 8, 2021Transmission and drivetrain. This engineering informational bulletin is requesting information from technicians to perform the check list provided and contact the engineer listed in regards on a tick and/or ping type noise heard from the Propeller Shaft during acceleration and/or braking.
• 10191212Mar 8, 2021Engine cooling. This informational bulletin provides a test procedure, for a possible faulty DEF Heater.
• 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.
• 10191240Mar 5, 2021Electrical system. This engineering information (EI) is requesting information from technicians to perform the check list provided and contact the engineer listed in regards to Loss of Power, Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Gauges are Inoperative and/or Fluctuate, Multiple Warning Lights on DIC.
• 10190361Mar 5, 2021Engine cooling. This Preliminary information communicates in temperatures below freezing, it may be noticed that exhaust is only exiting from the right hand exhaust tailpipe. The cause of this condition is a low point in left side tailpipe which results in condensation building up at the low point in the tailpipe. In low temperatures the condensation can freeze and form ice limiting the flow of exhaust out of the left tailpipe.
• 10190356Mar 4, 2021Body and structure. This Preliminary information communicates that a vehicle may exhibit a misfire condition resulting in misfire codes P0300-P308. Upon diagnosis it may be discovered the lifter has come apart. It is recommended to replace the lifter guide and the four lifters.
• 10191242Mar 3, 2021Electrical system. This engineering informational bulletin is requesting information from technicians to perform the check list provided and contact the engineer listed in regards to a Dead Battery and/or Shift to Park Lamp Illuminated On Driver Information Center (DIC).
• 10191239Mar 3, 2021Equipment. This engineering informational bulletin is requesting information from technicians to perform the check list provided and contact the engineer listed in regards to USB Port Does Not Charge or Recognize Phone/Device, or Not Holding Cable in Port, USB and/or Auxiliary Port Inoperative or Won?t Play Media From the Device Constantly or Intermittently, Apple CarPlay and/or Android Auto Inoperative When Connecting into…
• 10190355Mar 1, 2021Body and structure. This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer technician to inspect for a missing 1-2-7-8-R clutch fluid passage seal or incorrect 1-2-7-8-R clutch fluid passage seal being install for a no movement concern after valve body replacement on the 8L45 or 8L90 transmissions.
• 10190354Mar 1, 2021Body and structure, Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer technician to replace the valve body on 8 speed transmissions setting DTC P0796 if no debris is found in the transmission fluid pan. If debris is found in the transmission fluid pan the technician is advised to repair the transmission as needed and replace the valve body.
• 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.
• 10187760Jan 29, 2021Electrical system, Exterior lighting. This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of seeing the trailer running lights shut off due to excessive load on the running lamp circuit.
• 10188399Jan 27, 2021Body and structure, Equipment. This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of a pop noise heard coming from the rear roof of cab area.
• 10188402Jan 26, 2021Electrical system, Equipment. This service bulletin announces that the Part Restriction and Ordering Process Information for OnStar® Vehicle Communication Interface Modules (VCIM) (GMNA Only) has ended.

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