2001 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 Recalls (2)

Campaign:
01V220000 on 07/02/2001
Component:
Interior lighting
Manufactured:
03/31/2001 - 06/14/2001
Affected:
38,863
Defect:
Vehicle description: certain pickup trucks equipped with 6.6l diesel engines fail to comply with requirements of fmvss no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems." these vehicles have a brake system warning light in the instrument cluster that may not illuminate when the brake fluid is low. in addition, when the brake fluid is low, the vehicle may not meet the partial system requirements of fmvss no. 105.
Consequence:
These conditions could result in reduced braking capability, which could lead to a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will change the location of a wire connection in the underhood bussed electrical center. owner notification began july 9, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782.
Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
06E010000 on 01/31/2006
Component:
Steering
Affected:
1,360
Defect:
Certain fabtech aftermarket replacement pitman arms, p/nos. fts71000 and fts71001, installed for use on certain 2001-2006 gm c/k 2500 pick up trucks and sport utility vehicles. the pin located inside the pitman arm can shear off due to a reverse bending fatigue condition, resulting in a total loss of steering control.
Consequence:
Loss of steering control could lead to a vehicle crash with potential injury or death.
Correction:
Fabtech will notify owners and replace the pitman and idler arms free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during february 2006. owners may contact fabtech at 909-597-7800.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket fabtech replacement pitman arms and has no relation to any original equipment installed on c/k 2500 pick ups, suvs, and hummer h2 vehicles manufactured by general motors.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

2001 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 TSBs (44)

Bulletin:
010730020
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Subject ordering reference table for ordering the new valve body, spacer plate and gasket kit. *tt
Bulletin:
010730002B
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) is on; the transmission is stuck in third gear; and / or the instrument cluster is inoperative. *tt
Bulletin:
010730021
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
This technical service bulletin states that technicians may experience difficulty in removing the connectors from the park / neutral position switch, usually when trying to remove the switch during transmission service. *tt
Bulletin:
01021
Component:
355100 equipment:other:labels
Summary:
Subject regarding certification and tire pressure label information incorrect. *tt
Bulletin:
010417001A
Component:
105500 power train:driveline:differential unit
Summary:
Some customers may comment on a vibration during acceleration from 0 - 40 km/h (0 - 25 mph). *tt
Bulletin:
010417001B
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Subject regarding launch shudder on acceleration (install new one-piece propeller shaft) *jg
Bulletin:
000730017B
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Subject regarding service parts resriction program for allison series 1000 automatic transmission. *slc
Bulletin:
020601010
Component:
061110 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
Summary:
Information on serpentine belt identification and diagnosis for certain hd pickup models. *tt
Bulletin:
3170E
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Ipc, interior lights and/or headlamps flicker. *ak fb2
Bulletin:
030730011
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Delayed engagement with allison transmission, cold hesitation, malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated, dtc's p0701, p1709, p1711, p1713, p0841, p0843, p0847, p0870, p0872, and p0875. *kb
Bulletin:
SB-10-08-50-003B
Component:
221300 seats:front assembly:head restraint
Summary:
General motors: information provided by bulletin for all 2012 and prior general motor trucks and passenger vehicles regarding the adjustable comfort and custom upholstery of the driver and the passenger head restraint. *pe
Bulletin:
PIC-5050-A
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This preliminary information communication advises the technician the steps on repairing the concern. a customer may identify a concern of unable to reactivate a vehicle's onstar that has been previously disabled by onstar. dealer is to ca
Bulletin:
PIC-4935-E
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to help the dealership technicians perform a parasitic drain test for the onstar module. when performing battery parasitic drain test, there may be some confusion as to what th
Bulletin:
16NA260
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the media disc player with the latest calibrations to correct a condition of the rear entertainment system not operating as intended in colder ambient temperature areas due to calibr
Bulletin:
000601012F
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides information to gm dealers on the correct cleaning methods when cleaning engine gasket sealing surfaces.
Bulletin:
PI1394A
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides additional information on how to install pistons and suggest what tools to use.
Bulletin:
PIC4935E
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to help the dealership technicians perform a parasitic drain test for the onstar module. when performing battery parasitic drain test, there may be some confusion as to what th
Bulletin:
PIC5050A
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
This preliminary information communication advises the technician the steps on repairing the concern. a customer may identify a concern of unable to reactivate a vehicle's onstar that has been previously disabled by onstar. dealer is to ca
Bulletin:
PIT5389A
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
This preliminary information communication advises the technician on the steps for diagnosing the concern. the vehicle may be unable to connect to onstar using the white, blue or red onstar buttons.
Bulletin:
PIT5485B
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This preliminary information communication advises the technician if unable to place an onstar call in the ignition on mode after the onstar canada upgrade, to contact the gm technical assistance center onstar group for further assistance.
Bulletin:
PIT5485A
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This preliminary information communication advises the technician, if unable to place an onstar call in the ignition on mode after the onstar canada upgrade to contact the gm technical assistance center onstar group for further assistance.
Bulletin:
PIC5953
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have an issue when using bluetooth voice recognition with an iphone. technician should work with the customer to insure the phone cont
Bulletin:
PIP5163A
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blo
Bulletin:
PIC4310J
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an onstar system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. technician will need to call general motors tech
Bulletin:
PIC5959B
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that has no xm audio on certain channels but xm channel info is displayed. technician will need to contact xm and deactivate and activate the mo
Bulletin:
PIT3099M
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
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 assista
Bulletin:
PIP5226
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. technician will gain access to the roller rockers to inspect them. only replace the roller rocker that is
Bulletin:
PIP5163
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blo
Bulletin:
PIT3237F
Component:
131000 visibility:windshield
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about the percentage of ultraviolet protection or tint offered by the windshield or side glass. technician should be advised windshield reduces ultraviolet ra
Bulletin:
PIT3099J
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about installing general motors accessory parts. technician can check service information for some accessories. technician can also contact partech for assist
Bulletin:
PIC4935D
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that during battery parasitic drain test, there may be some confusion as to what the normal power consumption reading should be from the onstar
Bulletin:
PIP3720D
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician with the axel setup information from american axle manufacturing. technician should be advised that the maximum pinion shim to be used or stacked behind the p
Bulletin:
PIT3173C
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician that fluid contamination may be directed to one of the following testing centers according to the type of fluid needing testing. dealer should send the correc
Bulletin:
PIC3718E
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles may have a no power or no connect concern. technician will find that the onstar led is red and diagnostic trouble code u1500 is set. technician
Bulletin:
PIP5094
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This preliminary information communication advises the technician that, when testing any circuit for open or resistance, it is imperative that all related terminal pin fit and tension be checked when the test steps require disconnection of
Bulletin:
PIT5399
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about connectivity concerns when connecting an apple device via usb cord. technician should insure the customer is using an original equipment manufacturer ap
Bulletin:
PIP5232B
Component:
063140 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:catalytic convertor
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about gasoline powered cars, mid-size trucks, light duty trucks, and heavy duty trucks with premature catalytic converter failures. it is recommended to inspe
Bulletin:
06-06-01-007G
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides information on identifying duramax diesel overpower engine breakdown/non-function due to aftermarket power-up devices vs non overpower engine non-function of pistons, cylinders, valvetrain components, dt
Bulletin:
030848006J
Component:
138000 visibility:defroster/defogger system
Summary:
This informational bulletin provide information for the technicians to repair the rear window defroster contact or tabs.
Bulletin:
15-08-73-001A
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
This informational bulletin explains how to update the older onstar module software to new software over gsa.
Bulletin:
17-NA-073
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information with the field action courtesy transportation policy.
Bulletin:
PI1391
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
This preliminary informational bulletin provides a diagnostic tip for coolant leak at oil cooler inlet pipe o-ring after service engine replacement.
Bulletin:
PI1394
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
This preliminary informational bulletin provides technicians an engine repair tip for installation of pistons.
Bulletin:
PIP4379N
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have not engagement into drive, delayed, no engagement into reverse, and or a range inhibit. technician may find diagnostic trouble codes

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