2015 GMC Yukon XL Technical Service Bulletins

2,156 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2015 GMC Yukon XL. 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.

• 10116538Jan 17, 2017Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides information on Transport Mode On Message Displayed in Driver Information Center (DIC) and/or Battery Light is Flashing and the procedures to turn the transport mode message on and off.
• 10116534Jan 12, 2017Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information on OnStar® VCIM is currently restricted parts. By working closely with our dealers and technicians, through the part restriction process, the General Motors team will gain a better understanding of any field concerns that may develop.
• 10113330Jan 12, 2017Electrical system, Steering. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have hard or unable to rotate ignition key concern. When the concern is present the steering wheel will need to be rotated in either direction to alleviate the pressure between the steering column lock pin and lock plate. Please communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of…
• 10113328Jan 12, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that customers may inquire as to the availability of OnStar bluetooth on their vehicle. Technician should be advised that Vehicles with Regular Production Option Code (UPF or UWE) offer Bluetooth through the OnStar system.
• 10113325Jan 12, 2017Engine cooling, Engine, Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on at low mileage. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0420 and or P0430 stored. Technician should be advised that the catalytic converter efficiency Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0420 and P0430 are disabled for the first…
• 10113321Jan 12, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a message on the radio ?maximum number of phones are currently paired to the vehicle?. Dealer should advise the customer this is normal operation of the vehicle due to the maximum number of five phones can be paired to a vehicle.
• 10116574Jan 11, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information for the (GWM) and (WPC) on parts return program.
• 10113319Jan 11, 2017Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician for vehicles with a black bar while on the Bluetooth audio streaming screen or USB Media Source. This concern is a normal operating characteristic of the vehicle and no repairs should be made.
• 10113318Jan 11, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. 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 ensure campaigns 14395 or 15086 are completed. Technician will need to use Global Diagnostic System 2 and gather information and contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further…
• 10113309Jan 9, 2017Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have an intermittent "Check Trailer Wiring" or "Service Trailer Brake" message on the Driver Information Center. Technician will inspect and clean the ground wire (normally white wire) connection on the trailer side of the 7-pin connector. Inspect that the wires inside the trailer…
• 10116536Jan 6, 2017Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
• 10113293Jan 5, 2017Suspension. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a squeak, clunk, or knock type noise from the front suspension when hitting bumps. Technician will need to test drive the vehicle to duplicate the concern. Check the upper strut mount area with chassis ears verifies that the noise is noticeable in that area. Technician will replace the jounce bumpers with…
• 10113291Jan 5, 2017Engine cooling, Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a coolant loss and/or coolant odor after driving the vehicle. Technician will need to test the cooling system looking for leaks at the outer head bolts. If coolant is found replace the head the concern is present on.
• 10111737Dec 23, 2016Electrical system, Engine. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on, engine misfire, and/or engine noise. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0300-P0308.
• 10111734Dec 21, 2016Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a diagnostic trouble code U0159 set in the instrument panel cluster and /or the body control module. For vehicles equipped with Ultrasonic Park Assist System Regular Production Option Code UD5 or UD7 technician will use Service Programming System to reprogram the Parking Assist Control Module to correct…
• 10111732Dec 21, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the step to diagnose and repair the vehicles that may have a shake or shudder during light throttle acceleration, between 30 and 65 miles per hour steady state driving. Also shudder feeling that may be described as driving over rumble strips or rough pavement. Technician will need to run the vehicle in three different operational…
• 10111729Dec 20, 2016Engine. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the engine may run hot with the snow plow installed. Do not exceed 64 kilometers per hour / 40 miles per hour with a snow plow mounted to the vehicle even if equipped with VYU. The vehicle could overheat and be damaged.
• 10111744Dec 19, 2016Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on Inappropriate Warranty Claims Submitted for Damaged Radios and IPCs
• 10111780Dec 16, 2016Equipment. This engineering informational bulletin is ending the need for information from the field on vehicles that have the condition of rear auxiliary a/c not cooling or blowing warm air.
• 10111779Dec 14, 2016Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information for the (GWM) and (WPC) on parts return program.
• 10111723Dec 14, 2016Lane departure, Back-over prevention (rear camera). This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have that may have Service Front Camera, Service Lane Departure Warning, and Service Lane Keep Assist Message. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code B1008 Sym 4B set. Technician will need to check the windshield to ensure it is not aftermarket. Technician will also check for anything that may impair the front…
• 10111722Dec 14, 2016Wheels, Suspension, Body and structure. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a creak, click, pop, and or crack type noise from the front suspension or front frame area while making tight turns. Technician will need to loosen and then re-torque the four front frame cross member nuts and bolts.
• 10111715Dec 12, 2016Electrical 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.
• 10111713Dec 12, 2016Latches, locks and linkages. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that are equipped with Hands Free Power Lift-gate Regular Production Option Code (TC2). Some customers may experience problems with the activation of the lift-gate hands free operation. Dealer will communicate to the customer some tips on the Hands free Lift-gate. The remote keyless entry FOB must be within 3 feet or 1…
• 10111709Dec 12, 2016Engine, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to diagnose and repair vehicles that have a no crank or a start and then immediate stall, Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator lamp may not be on when the ignition is in the run position. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0513 and or P262B may also be set. Technician will pulled the driver sill plate and…
• 10111743Dec 9, 2016Suspension. This informational bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
• 10111740Dec 9, 2016Equipment. This bulletin contains information for the new tires that the vehicle is equipped with and that they are covered by General Motors against defects in material or workmanship under the New Vehicle Warranty (Base Warranty Coverage). For vehicles within this warranty period, defective tires will be replaced on a pro rata adjustment basis according to the published distance-based schedule.
• 10111741Dec 7, 2016Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on when and how to submit a field product report.
• 10111758Dec 6, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. This technical bulletin provides a procedure on how to test and perform a clutch learn procedure to correct delayed clutch engagement.
• 10111742Dec 5, 2016Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information for GM dealer empowerment program and goodwill procedures.
• 10111695Dec 1, 2016Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a squeak or chirp type noise from the rear of the vehicle. Technician should use the latest version of PI1201. If the noise is gone replace the muffler and tail pipe assembly.
• 10138005Nov 30, 2016Engine cooling. This preliminary information bulletin provides a procedure for radiator and engine coolant thermostat replacement to eliminate coolant smell and/or a slight leak at the radiator.
• 10114859Nov 30, 2016Electrical system, Body and structure. This Preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles with the rear body fuse block with a loose fuse connection. Technician will need to check terminal tension on the rear fuse block. Technician will need to replace the rear body fuse block if poor terminal tension is the issue. Technician will need to replace the appropriate terminated lead if something other than the…
• 10114858Nov 30, 2016Equipment, Wheels. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about removing the tinnerman push nuts when installing the accessory 22" 6-Spoke Split Chrome Wheels Regular Production Option Code (SEU) or during any service requiring wheel removal.
• 10114855Nov 30, 2016Latches, locks and linkages. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about owners that want the auto door lock disabled. There is no avalible setting or Body Control Module calibration to turn off the auto door locks.
• 10114854Nov 30, 2016Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to diagnose and repair vehicles that have a click, rattle or a squeak nose coming from the dash. Technician will use Service Information to locate the Accessory AC and DC Power Control Module located to the right of the steering column. Remove the power inverter module and apply two sided tape to the module bracket to insulate…
• 10114851Nov 30, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Harsh Shift 1/2 and 2/3 and Sputter Applying Throttle Between 0 and 30%, Rough idle. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0101, P0171, P0172, P0174, and or P0175. Technician should inspect for cast flashing near the Mass Air Flow sensor as seen below.
• 10114850Nov 30, 2016Steering, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Electrical system, Electronic…. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have any of these concerns remote keyless entry, passive Entry and Start Inoperative, No Fob detect message on driver information center, service tire pressure system, no audio, touch screen Inoperative, Steering Wheel Controls Inoperative, Service Stabilitrak, rear power windows inoperative, rear wiper…
• 10138006Nov 23, 2016Equipment. This engineering information bulletin is ending the need for information on vehicles with the condition of Vehicle Crank with No Start or Stalling with DTC P0011 and/or P00C6 Set.
• 10114848Nov 23, 2016Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician how determine if the vehicle is equipped with wireless fidelity. Technician should check the Regular Production Option Code list for (VV4).
• 10138001Nov 21, 2016Body and structure. This preliminary informational bulletin adds the 2016 model year to repair information to correct a customer concern of the hood fluttering, vibrating or displaying visible motion at highway speeds or over rough road surfaces.
• 10137971Nov 18, 2016Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. This informational bulletin explains possible normal condition of a flare from 1st to 2nd, even if the trans had been repaired for the flare and its still noticed.
• 10114842Nov 18, 2016Equipment. 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.
• 10114840Nov 18, 2016Seats, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician only to provide additional tips when diagnosing a front heated seat concern and is not meant to be a diagnostic flow chart or replace Service Information. Always, perform and refer to Service Information for the latest diagnostic information and procedures. Trucks equipped with heated and cooled seats Regular Production Option Code…
• 10137951Nov 17, 2016Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. Delayed Engagement After Sitting With Engine Off - Torque Converter Fluid Drain Back
• 10114835Nov 16, 2016Brakes, Transmission and drivetrain, Vehicle speed control. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the step to diagnose and repair the vehicles that may have a shake or shudder during light throttle acceleration, between 30 and 65 miles per hour steady state driving. Also shudder feeling that may be described as driving over rumble strips or rough pavement. Technician will need to run the vehicle in three different operational…
• 10138004Nov 15, 2016Engine cooling. This preliminary information bulletin provides a procedure for radiator and engine coolant thermostat replacement to eliminate coolant smell and/or a slight leak at the radiator.
• 10114831Nov 15, 2016Equipment, Fuel system, Engine. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block that have a possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blow by. Technician will need to inspect the engine for Cylinder damage or scoring, an out of round cylinder bore, Dirt intrusion, and Catalytic Converter failure.
• 10114830Nov 15, 2016Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have harsh concerns. Technician are advised to use GDS2 software to confirm which shift is causing the concern. On low mileage vehicles technician are instructed to perform a drive learn procedure. On higher mileage vehicles technicians are instructed to remove the transmission fluid pan and inspect for debris.
• 10114829Nov 15, 2016Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an exhaust leak, noisy exhaust, or noise mid-vehicle. Technician will need to check for an unseated pipe to pipe mid-joint connection. Technician will need to install new exhaust band.

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