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Service bulletins for the 2018 Chevrolet Silverado

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.

1747 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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PIP5570A2018-11-13. Service bulletin. STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT PITMAN; STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR. This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer a conditionwhere a tick noise may be present inside a vehicle while driving. This may be the result of a deformed or improperly seated steering shaft seal allowing engine compartment sounds into the vehicle. Dealers are instructed to replace or reinstall the boot as needed and are informed the condition is being reviewed by engineering.
PIP55962018-11-13. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP. This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel pressure situation.
PIP55762018-10-15. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION; POWER TRAIN. This Preliminary information communicatesSES lamp, setting DTC P0333 when shifting the Transmissionfrom park.DTC P0333 cansetdue to voltage from the Transmission park/neutral signal 1circuit bleeding into the knock sensor system circuits.If SI does not isolate the concern inspect the K20 ECM connector X2 looking for debris, connectorand or terminal concerns.
PIT4322J2018-10-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC). This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unwanted Stability Activation and/or a Service Stability message on the Driver Information Center. Technician may find a Diagnostic Trouble Code C0710. Technician should inspect for vehicles modifications before any in-depth diagnostics are performed.
PIT5403E2018-10-15. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with the steps to diagnosis and repair vehicles with various handling, vehicle dynamics concerns, noises from the suspension or underbody, or issues related to damaged suspension components. Before any in-depth diagnostics are performed, be aware that various issues could occur if the vehicle has been modified and inform the customer the conditions noted may not be covered under warranty. Technician will inspect for installed aftermarket suspension components. Also inspect for improperly adjusted torsion bars.
PIT5576B2018-10-15. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. This Preliminary information communicates and issue with the hood ajar message being displayed when the hood is not ajar. Inspect the body ground strap to insure it is connected in the proper locations and the strap eyelets are tight and do not rotate.
PIT5361D2018-10-15. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have issues were the customer will need increased effort to depress the brake pedal. Technician may find fluid in the brake booster and/or the booster vacuum line. Technician will need to replace Vacuum Pump, Brake Booster, Master Cylinder, Vacuum Pump Belt and the Vacuum Line between the booster and the pump.
PIP4379N2018-10-15. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. 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 P0701, P0731, P0732, P0733, P0734, P0736, P0751, P0756, P0761, P0776, P0843, P0848, P0873, P0877, P0894 or P2723. Technician should follow published Service Information diagnostics for Diagnostic Trouble Code P0701 first. Technician will also ensure the fluid level is at the top of the hot band when the transmission fluid temperature is 175° Fahrenheit. Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0701, P0731, P0732, P0733, P0734, P0736, P0751, P0756, P0761, P0776, P0843, P0848, P0873, P0877, P0894 or P2723 can set by the following fluid service/filter change, transmission service involving removing the pan, low fluid level caused by leaks, or after long periods of storage. If the fluid level has been properly checked using the HOT check procedure listed in Service Information document 2408059 and any of the Diagnostic Trouble Codes reset during a cold start inspect the internal suction filter for possible cracks. If no other concerns are found inspect for a stuck lube regulator valve in the pump cover due to debris.
PIP5553A2018-10-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary information communicatesThe vehicle may have an ses lamp with any of the following DTC P06DA, P06DB, P06DC, P250A, P0300, P0340, P0341, P0335, P0336, P0641, P0011, P0010, P2088, P2089, and/or P2230. Possible crank no start or a stall. possible wiring jumper harness chaffed at the bolt at the X154 connector on lower left side of the frount cover.
PIT5241F2018-10-15. Service bulletin. TRAILER HITCHES. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about customers that may request the factory Integrated Trailer Brake Controller Regular Production Option Code (JL1) be installed on their Full-Size Pickup or SUV when the vehicle was not ordered with the option. Dealer should advise the customer it cannot be added to the vehicle.
PIT5513G2018-10-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Technical Assistance Center TAC has a part restriction for the hybrid/EV battery Pack, Hybrid/EV Powertrain Control Module (HPCM2), High Voltage Battery Interface Control Module 1 and 2, Drive Motor Generator Battery Cooling Blower. The dealer technician is advised to call the GMTechnical AssistanceCenter for further assistance
PIP55822018-10-15. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer technicians that DTC P0300 with engine misfires on paired cylinders may be caused by an internal ECM fault.
PIP4902K2018-09-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors Technical Assistance Center may ask for Global Diagnostic System 2 Session Log. Technician will need use Global Diagnostic System 2 to send the session logs to General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance on the vehicle in question.
PIT5586B2018-09-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ENGINE; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. This Preliminary information communicates a customer concern ofIPC gauges inoperative or fluctuate, No Start,No Crank,SIR Light / Service Airbag Message, Service Suspension Message,Radio display blank, Steering Wheel Controls (SWC) not illuminated, Turn Signal no audible feedback,HVAC controls inoperative. During diagnostics a technician may find any of the following DTC's: B1011, B1370, B3980, U0020, U0029, U007D, U0073, U0078, U0100, U0101, U0102, U0104, U0140, U0151, U0155, U0164,U0184, U0186, U0198, U0422. Dealer is instructed to check Serial Data Gateway Module X2 connector for terminal concerns and repair as needed.
PIP5489C2018-09-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. This Preliminary information communicates to dealer technicians that snow and ice build up is possible if the air filter box is not properly sealed. Aftermarket bumpers may also allow water intrusion.
PIT5481D2018-09-17. Service bulletin. LANE DEPARTURE. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with additional information on the functionality of Lane Keep Assist.Starting with2016 model year Lane Keep Assist Regular Production Option Code (UHX) replaced Lane Departure Warning Regular Production Option Code (UFL). Lane Keep Assist is designed to assist the driver in keeping the vehicle from drifting out of a driving lane that has clearly identified markings. The electric power steering provides a gentle steering correction if a lane marking has been crossed and the driver has not actively responded.
PIT5386D2018-09-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that are found to have a back-up alarm inoperative during the Pre-Delivery Inspection. On trucks equipped with the Back Up Alarm (RPO 8S3), the alarm will be intentionally left disconnected from the assembly plant. Technician will reroute the harness and plug it in.
PIP5304B2018-09-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a “Service 4WD Message” displayed in the Driver Information Center. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes C0392 or C0396. Technician should check the terminal tension on the Transfer Case Control Module X1 connector. Technician should repair any terminal that have poor terminal tension.
PIP5468F2018-09-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM; ENGINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a check engine light on. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0101, P0299, P0712, P11CC, P11DC, P2002, P2463, P2627, P2A00, P2459, P22B6, P200C, P200E, P0263, P0266, P0269, P0272, P0275, P0278, P0281 and/or P0284. Technician will need to follow publish Service Information diagnostics first. If Service Information diagnostics do not isolate a root cause of the concern the technician should check for loose or leaking charged air cooler ductwork.
PIP5163D2018-09-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE. 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 blow by. Technician will need to inspect the engine for Cylinder damage or scoring, An out of round cylinder bore, Dirt intrusion, and Catalytic Converter failure.
PIP5370D2018-09-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that some vehicle may have an “Exhaust Fluid Quality Poor” on the Driver Information Center or a diesel exhaust fluid warning lamp on or other exhaust fluid quality related concerns. Technician will inspect the diesel exhaust fluid for contamination. Technician should use Service Information for Contaminants in Diesel Exhaust Fluid Diagnosis and use special tool J26568 or EN50422 Diesel Exhaust Fluid Refractometer for fluid testing.
PIP5487C2018-09-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician on the steps to diagnosing the concern and the repair. Customer has Warning Lamps and/Or coolant leaks present.
PIT4745E2018-08-20. Service bulletin. WHEELS. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have raised dents or ripple appearance in the side outer panel of the cargo box around the perimeter of the wheel house opening. Technician should first access the rear of the inner wheelhouse area through the tail lamp cavity and the front of the wheelhouse from under the vehicle, and coat the inner hem of the wheel house to side outer panel with 3M Rust Fighter I. After allowing the 3M Rust Fighter I to dry then apply several coats of Nox Rust X-121B undercoating.
PIP5151F2018-08-20. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a hard start, no start, rough running, or low fuel pressure. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0087, P0088, P0191 and P128E during the inspection. If during the inspection of the fuel system contamination is found the complete fuel system will need to be cleaned and flushed. After the fuel system is cleaned out test the fuel using the latest version of PIT3173.
PIT5513F2018-08-20. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Technical Assistance Center TAC has a part restriction for the hybrid/EV battery Pack, Hybrid/EV Powertrain Control Module (HPCM2), High Voltage Battery Interface Control Module 1 and 2, Drive Motor Generator Battery Cooling Blower. The dealer technician is advised to call the GMTechnical AssistanceCenter for further assistance

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