Service bulletins for the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu
A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.
1562 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| PIC5611E | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the rear view camera options on the vehicles equipped with rear view camera. The rear view camera brightness can be adjusted on some models while the transmission is in reverse and using the Menu or Select button. To turn off or on the guidelines in the rear view camera, use the radio display Config icon then Display, then the guidelines option. |
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| PIP5507A | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP. This Preliminary information communicatesIn ambient temperatures 100F (37.7 C)degrees or higher, DTCs P2635 and/or P018B may set.The vehicle may also exhibit a hesitation or stalling condition.Excessively Hot and sustained ambient temperatures over 100F (37.7 C) degrees Mainly in TX, AZ, UT, NV, CA, NM (could be any state) causingVapor buildup in fuel feed line.Customers can be advised to utilize fuels with octane levels greater than 91, Refrain from extended idleing periods if possible, park vehicles in covered garage.Replacing the fuel pump will not repare this concern. |
| PIT5535B | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. LANE DEPARTURE; VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles thatmay have Service Front Camera, Service Lane Departure Warning, and Service Lane Keep Assist Message. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code B1008 Sym 4B set. Technician will need to check the windshield to ensure it is not aftermarket. Technician will also check for anything that may impair the front view camera and ensure the camera is properly mounted. |
| PIT5551A | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE. This Preliminary information communicatesa "Forward Collision System Reduced" message displayed on the DIC when theForward Automatic Braking has been set to the "Alert" setting. This is normal when theFAB has been set to "Alert". |
| PI1411A | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. This preliminary informational bulletin provides a diagnostic tip for technicians who may find an oil leak after a recent oil change has been performed. |
| PI0281F | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. |
| 17-NA-142 | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This informational bulletin provides information on Wireless Charging Module Diagnosis. |
| 17-NA-137 | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. This informational bulletin provides information for technicians to clear codes and for dealership personnel to advise the customers to avoid resting their foot on the brake pedal while using the accelerator pedal. |
| 17-NA-126 | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS. This informational bulletin provides information on Non-Design Intent Wheel Lock Nuts and Lug Nuts. |
| 17-NA-120 | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the outlet radiator hose and radiator core brackets if the customers concerned of a coolant leak. |
| 17-NA-103 | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. AIR BAGS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This informational bulletin explains how the airbag electrical connector may not be installed completely and may need to be re connected to correct the codes the were set. |
| 17-NA-083 | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to perform an update on the Radar Sensor Module to reduce possibilities of the Adaptive Cruise Control not working when there are no objects detected. |
| 17-NA-074 | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. This informational bulletin provides information and Tips for Customers Having Difficulty Launching Android Auto or Apple Carplay. |
| 16-NA-355 | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. this informational bulletin provides Information on Using MyBuick, MyCadillac, MyChevrolet, and MyGMC Phone Applications to Control GM Accessory Remote Start Kits. |
| 16-NA-225 | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the fuel pump module assembly if the DTC P2635 and/or P018B are set. |
| 16-NA-166 | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. This bulletin provides information on a normal characteristic of OSRV Mirror Travel or noise |
| 16-NA-042 | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. ? |
| 15-06-03-002F | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY; EQUIPMENT. This informational bulletin provides information on approved warranty part numbers for original equipment batteries |
| 11-00-89-005K | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This warranty administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment Labor Operations and Customer Enthusiasm. |
| 10-08-110-001F | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This informational bulletin provides information on proper use of floor mats. |
| 03-06-03-004U | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for battery testing and warranty replacements. |
| PIC6111C | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles equipped with radio Regular Production Option Code UFU, UP9, UHQ, UHK, UFW, UHR, UHJ, or UFF when the display shows Theft Locked. Technician will pull the radio fuse for five minutes and reevaluate the concern. If the concern is no longer present, release the vehicle to the customer and advise that we are working on a permanent solution for this concern. |
| PIT5236G | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic Trouble Code B101D stored in Telematics Communication Interface Control Module. Technician will check Global Warranty Management system for customer satisfaction program 15086 status. If the status of the customer satisfaction program 15086 was not completed follow the steps to get the Telematics Communication Interface Control Module replaced. If the status of customer satisfaction program 15086 is found completed contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center OnStar group for further assistance. |
| PIP5327D | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the AF50 AISIN 8 Speed Transmission, Valve Body, Torque converter, and Transmission Control Module are on exchange through General Motors Product Quality Center as part of our ongoing quality improvement. Dealer will need to call General Motors Product Quality Center for further assistance. |
| PIP5320B | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the drive motor generator control module is being placed on restriction through the General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Dealer will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance. |
The summaries are NHTSA's. Each bulletin's page links NHTSA's copy of the manufacturer's document.