2006 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE Recall

Campaign:
05V552000 on 12/06/2005
Component:
Equipment:other:labels
Manufactured:
08/31/2005 - 09/06/2005
Affected:
32,068
Defect:
Certain trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were shipped with tire and loading information labels listing an inacccurate vehicle capacity weight.
Consequence:
A misprinted label could lead to improper vehicle loading specifications or tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Owners will be provided with corrected labels and installation instructions. at the customer's option, a dealer can install the label for them. the recall began on march 31, 2006. owners may contact buick at 1-866-608-8080, cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, hummer at 1-800-732-5493, pontiac at 1-800-620-7668, saturn at 1-800-972-8876, or isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
Notes:
Gm recall no. 05109.customers may also 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.

2006 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE TSBs (95)

Bulletin:
040525002B
Component:
036100 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module
Summary:
Anti-lock brake system (abs) light on, diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) c0265, c0201, u1041 set and/or loss of communication with brake module. *tt update. *tt
Bulletin:
3001
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
No communication with any modules, multipe u-diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs), instrument panel cluster (ipc) warning indicators. 03-04 chevrolet all full size trucks and utilities and 03-04 gmc all full size trucks and utilities and 03-04
Bulletin:
3075B
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Blown mbec 1 or lbec 1 fuse. *tt
Bulletin:
3061C
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Diagnostic trouble code c0327 with or without additional diagnostic trouble codes setting. *tt
Bulletin:
3300C
Component:
341000 communications:horn assembly
Summary:
Application of horn at horn pad inoperative. rke function for panic alarm works. *tt
Bulletin:
3386
Component:
015000 steering:hydraulic power assist system
Summary:
Lack of steering assist or shudder during parking lot type maneuvers. *tt
Bulletin:
3309
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Investigation of extension seal leaks on 4l60e automatic transmission. *tt
Bulletin:
3573
Component:
133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
Summary:
Unwanted operation of rear windows. *tt
Bulletin:
3609A
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Harsh 1-2 shift, malfunction indicator lamp illuminated, diagnostic trouble code p0894 stored in pcm. *tt
Bulletin:
3287B
Component:
221700 seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler
Summary:
Heated seat inoperative or shut off in 30 seconds. diagnostic trouble codes b2435, b2440, b3606 and/or b1825 set in the drivers seat module. *tt
Bulletin:
3766
Component:
138110 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:blower
Summary:
Front blower inoperative stay running during low ambient temperature. *tt
Bulletin:
3637A
Component:
031000 service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Summary:
Brake pedal assembly replacement bracket service kit. *tt updated 3/26/10. *pe
Bulletin:
3480A
Component:
104000 power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Summary:
Rattle noise at highway speed in 2wd. *tt
Bulletin:
3691A
Component:
138110 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:blower
Summary:
Front hvac blower inoperative. *tt
Bulletin:
3768
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Unable to remove protective coating from body. *tt
Bulletin:
3665
Component:
104000 power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Summary:
4wd inoperative and possible dtc c0327 stored in the transfer case control module. *tt
Bulletin:
3893
Component:
116000 electrical system:ignition
Summary:
Loss of ignition 1 voltage to the ignition coils. consumer experienced intermittent stall, misfire, or crank no start. there may be no trouble codes set. *kb updated 3/17/09. *pe
Bulletin:
PIT-3046E
Component:
091200 fuel system, other:storage:fuel gauge system
Summary:
Gmc: fuel gauge fluctuation in park or neutral, causing the low fuel light to illuminate. *pe
Bulletin:
PIT-4662
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Gmc: sir mil dtc b0084 and/or b0085. this concern could be caused by broken seat position sensor circuits under the driver or passenger front seats. over time, from repeated seat movement, the wiring could break. *pe
Bulletin:
PIT-4722
Component:
103600 power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
Summary:
Gmc: fluid leak from transmission oil cooler lines due to corrosion. all 2000-2006 light duty trucks equipped with the light duty automatic transmission. *pe
Bulletin:
PIP-4492P
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Buick/cadillac/chevrolet/gmc/hummer/pontiac/saab: oil consumption and/or exhaust smoke-possible pcv baffle or lifter concern. upon inspection, obvious oil will be found in the intake manifold and/or pcv vacuum tube. *pe updated 3/21/
Bulletin:
SB-10-02-33-001
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Buick/cadillac/chevrolet/gmc/oldsmobile and hummer: information on pitman arm shaft seal service kit. do not replace entire steering gear for pitman seal leak. technicians have been replacing entire steering gears due to not being able to
Bulletin:
05-09-40-002E
Component:
151200 seat belts:front:webbing
Summary:
Gm: service bulletin explaining when the safety belts are supposed to lock. *rm updated 12/6/11. *pe
Bulletin:
PIT-3749D
Component:
161000 structure:frame and members
Summary:
Gm: on some truck models there is some frame corrosion. *rm updated on 5/2/2012. *kb
Bulletin:
PIP-4138K
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Gm: the service engine soon light is on, there is also a misfire or engine noise. there are multiple possible causes. *rm
Bulletin:
09-09-40-001A
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
Gm: there are seat belt problems: difficulty latching and unlatching buckle. buckle release button is sticking. seat belt warning light illuminated. likely caused by sticky beverages that are spilled into the buckle assembly. *rm updated 4/
Bulletin:
10-00-89-017C
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Gm: information on fixing multiple situations right the first time. *rm
Bulletin:
PI-0011A
Component:
171100 latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Summary:
Gm: the front or rear door may not open from the inside or outside handle, the door will not unlock with any method. the probably cause an incorrect installation of a handle component. *rm updated on 7/26/2013. all 2014 and prior gm pass
Bulletin:
PB-10037A
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Gm: onstar is making incomplete calls without the driver knowing. when have a data connection. *rm
Bulletin:
SB-10240
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
General motors service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. the hvac blower may not work at certain functions or may become inoperable. there could be a burning smell or smoke. *rm updated 4/6/12. *pe
Bulletin:
PIP-3366-B
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Cadillac/chevrolet/gmc/hummer: some suvs and trucks are exhibiting a condition where by grinding/ratcheting type noise coming from automatic transmission when shifting into park while in 4wd low (4lo) range. *pe
Bulletin:
PIT-5141
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Buick/cadillac/chevrolet/gmc/oldsmobile: if blower motor is set to any speed position and when key is off, it becomes inoperative and may still be inoperative after key is turned on. *pe updated on 5/1/12. *js
Bulletin:
05-02-32-008D
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
General motors: diagnosing power steering concerns. in rare cases, customers may comment on a lack of steering assist when stopped or during parking lot type of maneuvers. *js updated 09/02/14*lj
Bulletin:
PIT-4954-C
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Gm: if the service suspension system is displayed on the dic, the trim height may be incorrect, loose compressor inlet hose, or the compressor self test may be inoperative. also included suburban ld my 2001-2013, yukon denali xl my 2013, y
Bulletin:
SB-13-05-22-001
Component:
034100 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Summary:
Chevrolet/gmc/cadillac: anytime hydraulic brake pipes assembly need replacing, pre-formed and pre-flared brake pipes are available, except rear axle crossover pipe. model 1999-2007 silverado, sierra, 2000-2006 escalade models, avalanche,
Bulletin:
PIP5226A
Component:
350000 equipment
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:
PIT5195A
Component:
117000 digital instrument panel
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the speedometer needle appears to be inaccurate. dealer should advise the customer the specification for speedometer needle accuracy is +/
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:
PIT3227J
Component:
162500 structure:body:tailgate
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have slack in one of the tailgate cables. technician should not replace any parts for this concern. please communicate to the customer
Bulletin:
PIP3119M
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
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
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:
06-06-01-010C
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides information on close coupled converters and there affect on newly installed engines or engines during there break in period.
Bulletin:
03-08-46-004R
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides information on part restriction and ordering process information for onstar vehicle communication interface modules (vcim) (gmna only)
Bulletin:
PIC5932
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about customers that may complain of various concerns when using bluetooth components. technician should use the preliminary information to gather information
Bulletin:
PIT3237G
Component:
131000 visibility:windshield
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about the percentage of uv protection or tint offered by the windshield or side glass. technician should be advised windshield reduces uv rays down to 4% or l
Bulletin:
PIT3189R
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about customers that are unable to override the automatic door locking feature. technician will update the body control module on 2006 to 2007 model years. on
Bulletin:
PIT3078F
Component:
021700 suspension:front:hub
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have grease leaking from front hub bearings. technician should not replace the bearing for grease purge. technician should be advised to n
Bulletin:
PIP5072
Component:
101000 power train:clutch assembly
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have slip in forward ranges immediately after replacing the input housing. technician will inspect the 3-4 clutches and the forward clutch
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:
PIT3330F
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about customers may inquire about the availability of the passenger compartment air filter. dealer should advise the customer starting in 2003 the passenger c
Bulletin:
PIT3271F
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. general motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed fo
Bulletin:
PIP3259J
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a planetary gear whine noise in first and second gear. technician should compare the noise to a like vehicle. technician will nee
Bulletin:
PIP4138L
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
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 code
Bulletin:
PIT5195
Component:
117000 digital instrument panel
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the speedometer needle appears to be inaccurate. dealer should advise the customer the specification for speedometer needle accuracy is +/
Bulletin:
PIP3119L
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
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
Bulletin:
00-03-10-003R
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information new tire warranty program and global warranty management submission information.
Bulletin:
06-06-01-010B
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides information on close-coupled converter and engine replacement.
Bulletin:
06-00-89-026L
Component:
030000 brakes (pws)
Summary:
This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on a revised customer concern not duplicated/verified labor operation numbers and how to submit ccnd.
Bulletin:
01-03-10-003K
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on gm of canada new vehicle limited warranty tire program and global warranty management (gwm) submission information.
Bulletin:
05-00-89-055E
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
This warranty administration bulletin provides information to clarify proper transaction administration of gm dealer empowerment program and goodwill cases.
Bulletin:
15-08-44-001B
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides information on a gm of canada onstar® cellular communication upgrade.
Bulletin:
15-08-44-001A
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides information on a gm of canada onstar® cellular communication upgrade.
Bulletin:
00-06-01-026F
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides information to technicians regarding intake manifold inspection/replacement after severe internal engine damage.
Bulletin:
05-06-04-035E
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides dealership personnel with information on flexible fuel vehicles (ffvs) and the usage of e85 fuel in gm vehicles.
Bulletin:
02-07-30-052J
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides technicians with information regarding automatic transmission oil cooler flow test essential tool j-45096 transflow®.
Bulletin:
02-00-89-002O
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on when and how to submit a field product report (fpr) (u.s. dealers only).
Bulletin:
07-06-04-019E
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
This technical bulletin provides repair information for repairing the ip to body harness connector to correct a customer concern for intermittent malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated with reduced engine power displayed and dtc p21
Bulletin:
15-08-44-001
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides information on a gm of canada onstar® cellular communication upgrade.
Bulletin:
15-08-73-001
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides information on communication with onstar® module after canadian cellular upgrade.
Bulletin:
12-06-01-008B
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides dealership personnel information on unscheduled supplemental services (including flushing services and additives) and proper use of gm simplified maintenance schedules (canada only).
Bulletin:
04-00-89-015J
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
This warranty administration bulletin communicates gm required operating procedures (u.s. only) for service operations.
Bulletin:
00-05-22-002O
Component:
030000 brakes (pws)
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides technicians with a brake lathe calibration procedure.
Bulletin:
13-08-116-001B
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
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.
Bulletin:
05-08-46-009D
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
This informational bulletin adds the 2014 and 2015 model years to information of a language change for onstar system (u.s. and canada only).
Bulletin:
09-09-40-001C
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides information to advise dealers about seat belt buckles not operating and/or seat belt warning light illumination, as well as difficulty latching and unlatching the buckle or the buckle release button stic
Bulletin:
07-00-89-037H
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
Bulletin:
00-06-01-026G
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides information to technicians regarding intake manifold inspection/replacement after severe internal engine damage.
Bulletin:
15-00-89-005
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
This warranty administration bulletin provides dealership personnel with policy and procedure requirements for essential tools that include consumable parts (u.s. only).
Bulletin:
10-00-89-017X
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides a list off all the issues revolving around new vehicles for a one stop place to find growing concerns around them.
Bulletin:
11-00-89-005C
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
This warranty administration bulletin provides information on the clarification of use for dealer empowerment labor operations and customer enthusiasm
Bulletin:
11-00-90-001A
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides information on the proper oils to use on gm vehicles including information regarding the differences of the dexos oils.
Bulletin:
PIT5484A
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
This preliminary information communication advises the technician that if onstar is unable to configure the vehicle after the onstar 15-08-44-001 upgrade and onstar receives a 118 error code when attempting to configure the vehicle. dealers
Bulletin:
08-08-44-015E
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides information on inappropriate warranty claims submitted for damaged radios and ipcs
Bulletin:
04-00-89-015H
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information of the job card, for a repair on vehicles and what is acceptable - customer authorization; service manager approvals and transaction authorization; details of concern, cause a
Bulletin:
07-08-49-020I
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides a quick guide to updating which model vehicle after replacing the ipc.
Bulletin:
06-08-43-003E
Component:
136000 visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Summary:
This informational bulletin explains how to care for wiper blades.
Bulletin:
PIC4310K
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:
PIC3278F
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician the steps needed to diagnose and repair the vehicles that may have unwanted or phantom phone calls. technician will need to determine what type of call the cu
Bulletin:
PIT3271G
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. general motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed fo
Bulletin:
PIT5264C
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that are travelling from canada to the united states. while in the united states they are unable to receive turn-by-turn directions. due to the
Bulletin:
PIC5953A
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:
PIC4310L
Component:
110000 electrical system
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:
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:
12-03-10-001C
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
This informational bulletin provides information on the proper mounting paste to apply to tires when mounting and balancing them to prevent conditions like vibration shortly after tires are mounted/preventing vibration from wheel slip (tire

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