2006 CHEVROLET KODIAK Recalls (5)

Campaign:
06V254000 on 07/12/2006
Component:
Parking brake:conventional:air
Manufactured:
03/31/2006 - 06/29/2006
Affected:
1,184
Defect:
Certain medium duty trucks equipped sr-7 bendix brake valves, the check valve inside the valve cavity may not properly set, causing internal air leakage. if the check valve does not properly seat, the resulting leakage can cause a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after operator pulls the dash valve button.
Consequence:
The delayed parking brake application can occur without warning, leading to unintended vehicle rollaway increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the valves and replace it free of charge. the recall began on july 31, 2006. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, or isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
Notes:
Gm recall no. 06054. 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.
Campaign:
06V289000 on 08/02/2006
Component:
Engine and engine cooling
Manufactured:
05/31/2005 - 05/30/2006
Affected:
38,439
Defect:
On certain trucks equipped with an 8.1l v8 (rpo l8-vin g) engine have a condition in which the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip may fracture resulting in inadequate retention of the damper.
Consequence:
If the damper comes loose, a fuel leak may result. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip free of charge. the recall began on august 31, 2006. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and gmc trucks at 1-866-996-9463.
Notes:
Gm recall no. 06080.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.
Campaign:
06V311000 on 08/15/2006
Component:
Service brakes, air
Manufactured:
06/30/2005 - 04/29/2006
Affected:
1,369
Defect:
Certain trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems." an internal control and check valve within the air brake application valve assembly was configured improperly, preventing air from flowing through the brake system as designed. in the event of an emergency stop, the vehicle's stopping distance would be increased.
Consequence:
If stopping distance was limited, a vehicle crash could result.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the air brake application valve assembly on c-series or reroute the air brake lines on t-series free of charge. the recall began on september 20, 2006. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463 and isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
Notes:
Gm recall no. 06077.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.
Campaign:
07V385000 on 08/27/2007
Component:
Parking brake
Manufactured:
03/31/2005 - 06/29/2006
Affected:
9,518
Defect:
On certain straight towing or non-towing trucks equipped with bendix air brakes, the air brake park control valve may develop either an internal air leak or an air restriction. the park brake may not release or may release only partially.
Consequence:
If the vehicle is on an uneven surface, the park brake may not hold the vehicle and could result in unintended vehicle movement and a vehicle crash. this condition does not affect normal service braking.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect and replace the external check valve on the air brake park control valve if the inspection determines the external check valve is damaged, the air brake park control valve will be replaced and may require the replacement of an internal check valve in the air brake park control valve. remedy will be free of charge. the recall began on october 22, 2007. owners may contact gm at 1-800-862-4389 or isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
Notes:
Gm recall no. 070164.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.
Campaign:
07V469000 on 10/03/2007
Component:
Steering
Manufactured:
06/30/2005 - 06/29/2006
Affected:
990
Defect:
On certain medium duty trucks equipped with zf model 8018 steering gears, the steering gear may have been produced incorrectly. a steering gear with this condition may produce the feeling of hitting a curb and a cracking or pinging sound when the steering wheel is turned.
Consequence:
The steering wheel position may be off-center and increased effort may be required when turning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect for certain date codes and verify the mileage on steering gears and replace gears as necessary. the recall began on october 25, 2007. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438; gmc at 1-866-996-9463; or isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
Notes:
Gm recall no. 07220.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 KODIAK TSBs (82)

Bulletin:
020310005
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Diagnostic information for steering wheel shake / vibration (oscillation) concerns for c4500-c5500 conventional cabs. *tt updated 03-19-07. *kb updated 2/25/08. *nj
Bulletin:
3068
Component:
061120 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
Summary:
Oil seepage from turbo air charge cooler hoses or hose blowing off during acceleration. possible diagnostic trouble code p0299. *tt updated 04-24-07. *kb
Bulletin:
3187
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Engine low power will not go over 2300 rpms. *eh updated 6/11/10. *pe
Bulletin:
040604001
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Various intermittent driveability conditions - hesitation, lack of power, etc. *tt
Bulletin:
030604036
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Information on servicing fuel injectors to avoid contamination. *eh updated 03-19-07. *kb
Bulletin:
3479
Component:
030000 service brakes, hydraulic
Summary:
Location of auxiliary brake control harness/wire u86 option. *tt updated 12/2/08. *pe
Bulletin:
3317
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Hard start / no start outside temperatures below freezing. *tt updated 7/13/09. *pe
Bulletin:
4042
Component:
030000 service brakes, hydraulic
Summary:
Diagnostic guide for bosch hydraulic brake booster. *tt
Bulletin:
3401
Component:
061120 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
Summary:
Turbocharger oil feed line kinked or restricted. *tt
Bulletin:
060729003
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Ml6 manual transmission-shift lever may unintentionally move to the neutral position. (replace shift shaft detent plunger). *kb
Bulletin:
0608131001
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Power take-off inoperative or not operating properly. *kb
Bulletin:
030693001
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Diagnostic information on turbocharger malfunction due to lack of engine oil for lbz, lb7, and lly duramax diesel engine. *kb
Bulletin:
060522005
Component:
030000 service brakes, hydraulic
Summary:
Hydraulic brake booster master cylinder diagnostics, hydra max system. *kb
Bulletin:
060604066
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Lbz, lly, engine with rough idle, poor performance, black/white exhaust smoke, mil/ses light on and one or more of the following dtc's p003a, p060b, p0230, p0403, p0401, p0606, p2146, p2149, p2152, p2155. (reprogram ecm and replace egr mot
Bulletin:
070604002
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Reduced engine power, ses light illuminated, dtc's p0107 or p0108 set due to map sensor disconnection (replace air cleaner assembly and reconnect map sensor connector). *kb
Bulletin:
3878
Component:
080000 fuel system, diesel
Summary:
Diesel fuel system engineering investigation. *kb
Bulletin:
4168
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Additional diagnostics for dtc's c0035-c0052. *kb
Bulletin:
06140
Component:
136000 visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Summary:
Passenger side wiper pattern change. *kb
Bulletin:
070522001
Component:
040000 service brakes, air
Summary:
Brake light switch inoperative, brake warning buzzer sounding and brake warning light on, dtc's c0164, c0272 set. (remove and splice wire/remove chmsl fuse/replace stop lamp switch). *kb
Bulletin:
4174
Component:
046000 service brakes, air:antilock
Summary:
Abs control module parts restriction. *kb
Bulletin:
4173
Component:
030000 service brakes, hydraulic
Summary:
Hydraulic brake booster parts restriction. *kb
Bulletin:
070730017
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Six speed automatic transmission fluid loss out of main housing rear breather in cold ambient conditions during engine start up. *kb
Bulletin:
4525
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
How to determine date code for campaign 07164. *nj
Bulletin:
08-08-64-005
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Passenger side front outside door handle inoperative (replace outside door handle). *pe
Bulletin:
TB-09-06-04-022
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
General motors: malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated, intermittent dtc p0191, slow fuel rail pressure (frp) decay, wiring harness connections, voltage fluctuations/interruptions (follow correction information below). *pe
Bulletin:
SB-08-06-04-029B
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
General motors: lbz, lly, lmm mil/ses light n dtc p0087-fuel rail pressure (frp) too low, lack of performance, no power, engine runs rough, no start (diagnose fuel system components). *pe updated 3/1/10. *pe
Bulletin:
PIP-4629
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Chevrolet/gmc: diesel engine turbo dtc p2563 or p003a. may encounter a concern of ses light, reduced power, low power. *pe
Bulletin:
PIP-4643
Component:
036400 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:abs warning light
Summary:
Gmc/chevrolet: the speedometer is inoperative, abs lamp may be on and if equipped the transfer case may not shift or make random phantom shifts. models include the kodiak and topkick 4500/5500 series. *pe
Bulletin:
PIT-4865
Component:
104000 power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Summary:
Gmc/chevrolet: the speedometer being inoperative and/or the ses mil on. when checking for dtcs the ecm will have a p0502 or p0500 set. this issue may be intermittent and following normal diagnositc in si2000 may not lead to a correction.
Bulletin:
PIT-4883
Component:
013000 steering:gear box (other than rack and pinion)
Summary:
Gmc/chevrolet: fluid leak at steering gear input shaft. all c series models. when repairing a power steering fluid leak at the steering gear input shaft stub seal beware that the pressure seal is not available from gm spo parts. *pe
Bulletin:
PIP-4692
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Chevrolet/gmc: wire harness chafes near air cleaner and ductwork. may encounter a concern of reduced power mode or the ses light on with dtcs p0101, p0106, p0107, p0108, p0299, p0652 setting. *pe
Bulletin:
PIT-4515A
Component:
030000 service brakes, hydraulic
Summary:
Gmc/chevrolet: service brake soon indicator with dtc c0272. some customers may state the service brake soon indicator comes on. may also comment the audible brake warning buzzer is sounding. *pe
Bulletin:
PIT-4935
Component:
030000 service brakes, hydraulic
Summary:
Chevrolet/gmc: brake assist pump motor on and warning light/chime. owners may comment when turning the steering wheel with the brake applied that the hydraulic brake assist pump turns on and the brake warning lamp and chime may sound. mo
Bulletin:
SB05-08-133-001B
Component:
042100 service brakes, air:supply:compressor
Summary:
Isuzu/gmc/chevrolet: diagnostic information for inoperative air seats, air horn and/or exhaust brake and release of new auxiliary air compressor relay and pressure switch on rpo k16 vehicles. *pe
Bulletin:
PIT-5033
Component:
021100 suspension:front:stabilizer bar
Summary:
Chevrolet/gmc: replacement rear stabilizer bar (relocate link brackets). if the rear stabilizer bar needs replacing, the new bar is shorter and will require relocation of the stabilizer bar link brackets. *pe
Bulletin:
PIP-4379-D
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Chevrolet/gmc: delayed or no drive and delayed or no reverse with dtc's, range inhibit. model years 2001-2013. *pe updated on 06/08/2011. *kb updated on 06/16/2011. *kb updated 11/26/12. *pe updated 12/4/2013 *js
Bulletin:
PIE-0129
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Gm: there may be an engine coolant leak or knock noise. there could be an engine cooling fan break. *rm
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:
PIP-3504C
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Gm: there is a diesel engine hard start when hot. starts fine when cold. there will be no internal trouble codes. *rm
Bulletin:
PI-0474
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Gm: an 'engine power is reduced' message appears and there is a stored trouble code. this is caused by wear of the internal fuel injector. *rm
Bulletin:
PIE-0169
Component:
062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Summary:
Gm: there is an engine coolant leak or engine knock noise. the engine coolant fan may have broken. 2005-2007 kodiak/top kick. *rm
Bulletin:
PI-00983A
Component:
036500 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:wheel speed sensor
Summary:
Gm: the abs warning light ison and abs wheel speed sensor trouble codes are stored. *rm
Bulletin:
SB-080604003-C
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Gmc/chevrolet: engines, with egr system, has leakage from egr cooler engine coolant into the combustion chamber. model 2002-15 silverado, sierra, 2004-09 kodiak c4500-c5500, topkick c4500-c5500, 2006-15 express, savana. *pe
Bulletin:
SB-13082
Component:
034100 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
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:
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:
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:
02-00-89-007C
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
This warranty informational bulletin provides light and medium duty truck warranty, crossline warranty eligibility and guidelines for chevrolet/gmc dealers
Bulletin:
02-00-89-007D
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
This warranty informational bulletin provides information on light and medium duty truck warranty, crossline warranty eligibility and guidelines for chevrolet/gmc dealers
Bulletin:
PIP4379K
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
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
Bulletin:
PIC4801E
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician on how to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have an onstar turn-by-turn navigation the system that is inoperative. technician verifies there are no diagno
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:
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:
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:
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:
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:
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:
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:
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:
PIC5491G
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an onstar system that will not power up. technician should turn off the ignition and cancel retained accessory power. after the vehic

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