2021 Chevrolet Suburban TSBs
1,435 manufacturer communications for the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban sit in NHTSA's public file. A TSB is factory repair guidance, not a recall — the repair is not automatically free. The 2021 Suburban problem report covers complaints, recalls, and investigations.
What the bulletins cover
Warranty extensions, campaigns & software updates
Worth checking your VIN against — these can mean free or reimbursed work if your vehicle qualifies.
Certain vehicles may have a condition that could cause the cylinder 2 glow plug to fail. If this failure occurs, the Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine Light) will illuminate and a diagnostic trouble code will set. This special coverage covers the condition described…
Certain vehicles listed above, may have a condition where the connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components in these vehicles may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure. This special coverage covers if an engine failure occurs in the…
Certain vehicles listed above, may have a condition where the transmission control valve has worn, resulting in a gradual loss of pressure within the valve. The effects can cause harsh shifting, setting a service engine soon message, reduced engine performance or P0747…
Certain vehicles listed above, may have a condition that could cause the engine coolant control valve to fail an onboard vehicle diagnostic test. If this condition were to occur, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) will illuminate, and a diagnostic trouble code…
We identified an issue within SPS that prevented the correct software to be loaded to these vehicles. As a result, we have re-opened these VINs. Please perform the ECM update again which will allow the remedy software to be installed. Then, submit a new claim with a new warranty…
Certain vehicles will receive a software update to add to the existing Check Engine Light a Driver Information Center (DIC) warning message if DTC P0016 sets. Dealers will reprogram the Engine Control Module (ECM). Owners who have accepted applicable terms and conditions will…
Certain vehicles will receive a software update to add to the existing Check Engine Light a Driver Information Center (DIC) warning message if DTC P0016 sets. Dealers will reprogram the Engine Control Module (ECM). Owners who have accepted applicable terms and conditions will…
Certain vehicles listed above, may have a condition where the connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components in these vehicles may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure. This special coverage covers if an engine failure occurs in the…
Amendments to the Song-Beverly Act (SBA) California warranty law provides vehicle owners with an opportunity to submit a written notice to GM before filing a lawsuit seeking a vehicle repurchase. If such a notice is not provided to GM, then the vehicle owner is prevented from…
Amendments to the Song-Beverly Act (SBA) California warranty law provides vehicle owners with an opportunity to submit a written notice to GM before filing a lawsuit seeking a vehicle repurchase. If such a notice is not provided to GM, then the vehicle owner is prevented from…
Certain vehicles listed above, may have a condition where the connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components in these vehicles may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure. This special coverage covers if an engine failure occurs in the…
Certain vehicles listed above, may have a condition where the transmission control valve has worn, resulting in a gradual loss of pressure within the valve. The effects can cause harsh shifting, setting a service engine soon message, reduced engine performance or P0747…
Certain vehicles listed above, may have a condition where the transmission control valve has worn, resulting in a gradual loss of pressure within the valve. The effects can cause harsh shifting, setting a service engine soon message, reduced engine performance or P0747…
Certain vehicles may have a condition in which a transmission control body screen detaches from the spacer plate when the vehicle is operated in extremely cold weather conditions. Dealers are to reprogram the Transmission Control Module.
Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some exceptions). The…
Service Update. On certain vehicles listed above, the vehicle may not re-start after an auto stop event. Dealers will reprogram the engine control module.
This service bulletin provides information about GM Accessories - Dealer-Installed, Repaired or Replaced During Warranty Coverage Period.
Most recent service bulletins
The 20 most recent of 1,435 communications on file. The complete set is searchable on NHTSA's page for this vehicle.
This PI Communicates information to ensure Memory Recall is enabled to ensure memory mirrors return to set position after curbview assist is used.
This PI provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues.
PI to help diagnose A/C concern
This Preliminary information communicates an issue with an OTA pending message still displayed after an OTA event and how to reset/clear the message.
This Preliminary information communicates an issues with the HVAC making a hum buzz noise when the blower is set to a higher speed. Engineering is working on a new HVAC door seal material to correct the noise.
This preliminary PI was created to advise techniians in the field that they will not be able to perform a GDS automated bleed with the scan tool dues to a issue with the software in the scan tool
This PI provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues.
This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues
Pi created to provide GM dealers with information on gathering information for projection issue
This Preliminary information communicates an issue with a replace or low FOB battery message
This PI communicates information on a SPS programming issue causing Serial Data Authentication Configuration to fail.
This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.
This Preliminary information communicates an issue with ABS SES MIL / Service Brake System / Service StabiliTrak / BSCM DTC P0606 P0562 and dealers to perform additional battery and connection testing.
This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.
This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC'ss
Emission Recall. General Motors has decided to conduct a Voluntary Emission Recall. Certain vehicles listed above may have a condition which can cause the fuel pump power control module to fail. If this were to occur, fuel flow to the engine could be interrupted. Dealers will…
PI to explain normal operation for a concern that the outside rearview mirrors may not fold when the doors are locked, due to the personalization settings for Auto Door Unlocking.
Emission Recall. Additional VINs moved to Open status.
Emission Recall. Additional VINs Moved to ‘Open’ Status
Every number on this page is a count of records in the federal complaint, recall, and investigation files published by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. Check any specific vehicle's open recalls by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.