2001 GMC SIERRA 3500 Recalls (3)

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:
04V562000 on 11/23/2004
Component:
Equipment adaptive
Manufactured:
12/31/1996 - 07/31/2004
Affected:
1,660
Defect:
On certain vans equipped with sure-lok wheelchair securement systems, the sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly is out of alignment.
Consequence:
In the event of a vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly resulting in injuries to a wheelchair occupant.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect and replace the wheelchair securement retractors as necessary. sure-lok will handle the repairs for this campaign. owners should contact sure-lock at 1-908-231-1804 or mobilityworks at 1-800-769-8267.
Notes:
Sure-lok recall no. 04e-058.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
06E043000 on 05/21/2006
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline
Affected:
88,303
Defect:
Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.
Consequence:
This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
Correction:
Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket fram fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the vehicles listed.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 GMC SIERRA 3500 TSBs (64)

Bulletin:
011200
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Information on the k05 engine block heater. *tt
Bulletin:
0007
Component:
161000 structure:frame and members
Summary:
Fisher service bulletin regarding 7161 kit fit-up to year 2001 gm trucks. *tt
Bulletin:
010417001
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some extended and crew cab long box pickup models including 1999 and 2001 chevrolet k2500 models with automatic transmission may exhibit a vibration (launch shudder) during acceleration from 0-40 km/h (0-25).
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:
070501
Component:
136200 visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor
Summary:
Customer may complain that the wiper motor is inoperative or that the wiper motor fuse blows repeatedly. *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:
010604035
Component:
073000 fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system
Summary:
Information regarding non serviceable connectors on the fuel injector control module harness for the duramax 6600 diesel engine. *yh
Bulletin:
010604037
Component:
072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:
Technical service bulletin regarding fuel transfer pump inoperative. *tt
Bulletin:
290601
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Subject pertaining to duramax diesel engine that would require a cylinder head replacement.*jb
Bulletin:
290601
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Information regarding duramax 6600 diesel fuel system.*jb
Bulletin:
010856004
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information regarding security lamp illuminating on the instrument panel, engine stall, no start, and diagnosic trouble code b2960. *slc
Bulletin:
010856004A
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information regarding security lamp illumination on the instument panel, engine stalls. *yh
Bulletin:
010604037B
Component:
072100 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:
Information regarding fuel transfer pump inoperative. *yh
Bulletin:
020604005
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Subject regarding revised diagnostic trouble code p1221 service manual information. *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:
01349A
Component:
093000 fuel system, other:fuel injection system
Summary:
6.5l l49 l56 l57 l65 diesel engine requiring fuel injection pump replacement. models p32/p42 1994-1999 included. *tt
Bulletin:
04292004
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Engine may have a condition in which the exhaust valve stem may become deformed. this includes 1999-01 chevrolet and gmc 4500 and 5500 models. *eh
Bulletin:
609
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
A/c low pressure switch diagnosis. *sc
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:
08-07-30-001
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
4l80e, mt1 and 4l85e, mn8 simplified valve body reconditioning instructions, dtc p0741, p0742, p0752, p0752, p0756, p0757, p0894, harsh or delayed shifts, slips, no drive, no reverse. *pe updated 6/11/10. *pe
Bulletin:
PIP-4695
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Gm: loss of power hesitates on acceleration. 4.3, 4.8, 5.3, 5.7 and 6.0 engines coupled with the 4l60e or 4l65e may experience a condition of hesitates, misses or loss of power under acceleration. the vehicle may operate as if it is in r
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:
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:
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:
PIT5570A
Component:
162500 structure:body:tailgate
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides the technician with weight capacity for the tailgate and cargo loops in the bed.
Bulletin:
PIC3100F
Component:
117000 digital instrument panel
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle's odometer appears to be inaccurate relative to a known distance traveled. technician should obtain a hand-held gps unit to test the odomete
Bulletin:
PIC5588B
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
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
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:
PIT3665F
Component:
030000 brakes (pws)
Summary:
This preliminary information communication advises the technician that the hydro-boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its own at a full turn.
Bulletin:
PIT3098F
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a lean to the left or right. technician will need to measure fender wheel-opening heights, front and rear, to quantify vehicle lean.
Bulletin:
12-00-89-002A
Component:
353100 equipment:electrical:anti-theft devices
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides information for requesting a new key code for customers with lost or stolen keys
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:
PIP3366C
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
This preliminary information communicates to the dealer technician thatlight duty trucks equipped with automatic transmissions and 4 wheel drive may exhibit a condition of grinding/ratcheting type noise when shifting the automatic transmiss

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