Service bulletins for the 2012 Chevrolet Volt
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.
1848 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| PIC6103 | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC; ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC). This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have Service Stability Lamp on. Technician may find a current or history Diagnostic Trouble Code C012E and C12FE. Technician should follow Service Information diagnostics for Diagnostic Trouble Code C012E symptom code 00 in the Electronic Brake Control Module or C12FE in the Engine Control Module. If the vehicle has a current or history Diagnostic Trouble Code C012E symptom code 12 without a C012E symptom code 00 in the Electronic Brake Control Module and a C12FE in the Engine Control Module, the code sets due to a powertrain code or a power down issue with the vehicle, this is not related to the brakes. The technician should diagnose other Diagnostic Trouble Codes or issues with the vehicle first. |
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| PIP5081F | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have whistle, scrape or whine type noise while driving that may be more noticeable during regenerative braking. Technician may find this noise emanating from the left side of the drive unit. The tech may also state that the vehicle has a current or history diagnostic trouble code P0A46. The noise may be caused by the drive motor rotor bearing cage separated. Technician should replace the bearing with the new updated part number. |
| 99-04-20-002I | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. PARKING BRAKE:DRIVELINE. This informational bulletin explains a normal condition for what and how the drive line can clunk. |
| 06-00-89-026L | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER; POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on a revised customer concern not duplicated/verified labor operation numbers and how to submit CCND. |
| PIC5428E | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES; WHEELS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have the Antilock Braking System, Service Traction Control System, and/or Service Stabilitrak lights are on. The Electronic Brake Control Module may have one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes C0035-C0050 with specifically symptom 18, 5A, or 0F. Technician will gain access to the correct wheel bear per the Diagnostic Trouble Code that is set. If debris is found on the magnetic encoder ring it will needed to be cleaned. |
| PIP5081A | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES; POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have whistle, scrape or whine type noise while driving that may be more noticeable during regenerative braking. Technician may find this noise emanating from the left side of the drive unit. The tech may also state that the vehicle has a current or history diagnostic trouble code P0A46. The noise may be caused by the drive motor B rotor bearing cage separated. Technician should replace the bearing with the new updated part number. Technician should also inspect the end cover for any abnormal bushing wear, if found the side cover will also require replacement. |
| PIC5428D | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have the Antilock Braking System, Service Traction Control System, and/or Service Stabilitrak lights are on. The Electronic Brake Control Module may have one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes C0035-C0050 with specifically symptom 18, 5A, or 0F. Technician will gain access to the correct wheel bear per the Diagnostic Trouble Code that is set. If debris is found on the magnetic encoder ring it will needed to be cleaned. |
| PIC5734B | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; PARKING BRAKE. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a drumming/ ringing like noise after depressing the brake pedal or a pulsation felt through the brake pedal while sitting still with your foot slightly depressing the brake pedal. Technician will need to reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module with the latest calibration in Tis-2-Web. |
| PIP5081 | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR; SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:ROTOR. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have whistle, scrape or whine type noise while driving that may be more noticeable during regenerative braking. Technician may find this noise emanating from the left side of the drive unit. The noise may be caused by the drive motor B rotor bearing cage separated. Technician should replace the bearing with the new updated part number. Technician should also inspect the end cover for any abnormal bushing wear, if found the side cover will also require replacement. |
| PIT4907A | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about brake rotors on new vehicles and replacement parts from General Motors Service Parts Operations. Technician should be advised the costing should not be removed from the brake rotor it will wear off with normal brake usage. Dealer should communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle. |
| PIC5383A | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:CHECK VALVE; SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Electronic Brake Control Module and Brake Pressure Modulator Valve for the Chevrolet Volt will be placed on a parts restriction through the General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance. |
| PIC5734A | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a drumming/ ringing like noise after depressing the brake pedal or a pulsation felt through the brake pedal while sitting still with your foot slightly depressing the brake pedal. Technician will need to reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module with the latest calibration in Tis-2-Web. |
| PIP5081D | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have whistle, scrape or whine type noise while driving that may be more noticeable during regenerative braking. Technician may find this noise emanating from the left side of the drive unit. The tech may also state that the vehicle has a current or history diagnostic trouble code P0A46. The noise may be caused by the drive motor rotor bearing cage separated. Technician should replace the bearing with the new updated part number. |
| PIC5423D | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with some additional steps that are needed to help perform a successful brake bleed on the Chevy Volt or the Cadillac ELR. Technician will need to use the tool J-29532-B to maintain 30 pounds per square Inch during the brake bleeding process. |
| PIC5383E | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES; SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Electronic Brake Control Module and Brake Pressure Modulator Valve are being placed on restriction through the General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance. |
| PIC5428F | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP; SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE; SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have the Antilock Braking System, Service Traction Control System, and/or Service Stabilitrak lights are on. The Electronic Brake Control Module may have one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes C0035-C0050 with specifically symptom 18, 5A, or 0F. Technician will gain access to the correct wheel bear per the Diagnostic Trouble Code that is set. If debris is found on the magnetic encoder ring it will needed to be cleaned. |
| PIT4943C | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code P0442. Technician will need to review Techlink article from May 2013 titled "Using the Evaporative Emissions System Tester" Technician will need to follow these steps to help diagnose the issue. First after the P0442 has been verified do not disturb any of the fuel system components. The technician now can use the scan tool to close the Evaporative Emissions System. If possible change the tank pressure sensor units from inch_H2O to milimeter_Hg for better resolution. Now the vehicle can be stared to monitor the tank pressure sensor output value for approximately two minutes. If the tank pressure sensor value does change, pressurize the fuel tank side of the purge solenoid with the GE 41413-A / J 41413-A and the necessary adaptors. Now add smoke and allow pressure to stabilize for 2 minutes. If smoke is allowed to pass through the purge solenoid, replace the purge solenoid. If the tank pressure sensor value does not change, then install CH-48096 adaptor between the purge line from the canister and the purge solenoid. With the Evaporative Emissions System closed, pressurize the system through the CH-48096 adaptor and allow the system to completely stabilize, by observing the Press / Vac Gauge for a minimum of 5 minutes. Now add smoke to the system with GE 41413-A / J 41413-A after system stabilization. Now inspect the purge solenoid, engine side, fuel cap, canister vent solenoid filter and any line quick connects. When the leak is unable to be located, test under a vacuum condition. his type of leak may be detected by using the scan tool Purge/Seal function to create a vacuum in the Evaporative Emissions System and then observe the FTP sensor parameter for vacuum decay. |
| PIT5076D | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STEERING; SERVICE BRAKES. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician to insure that global diagnostic service 2 diagnostic packages are up to date prior to learning the steering angle sensor for a diagnostic trouble code C710 symptom code 71 set in the electronic brake control module or the power steering control module. When rechecking for diagnostic trouble codes a U0074 U0077, U0180D, U01293, U0126, U0125, C0186, C0196, or C0287 are set and will not clear diagnose the Chassis bus. If no fault is found in the chassis bus check for an multiple diagnostic interface to data link connector issue. Technician is to try a different multiple diagnostic interface cable and attempt the steering angle sensor learn again following service information instruction then try to clear the codes again. |
| PIC5383C | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SERVICE BRAKES. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Electronic Brake Control Module and Brake Pressure Modulator Valve for the Chevrolet Volt are being placed on restriction through the General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance. |
| PIC5436B | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SERVICE BRAKES. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician some vehicles may have a Service Stabilitrak message and a red brake lamp illuminated on the Instrument Panel Cluster. Technician may find a Diagnostic Trouble Code C0196 in the Electronic Brake Control Module. This concern may be preset after the vehicle was flat towed or just came off a car carrier. Technician will need to perform a Multi Axis sensor learn and a Diagnostic Trouble Code clear in the Electronic Brake Control Module. Then shut ignition off, open and close driver door and let vehicle sit for 3 minutes. After the vehicle has slept for 3 minutes start the vehicle and let it run in park for 10 seconds. Now the vehicle will need to be driven for 30 seconds over 20 miles per hour. If code is cleared and doesn't reset, release the vehicle to the customer. If code resets follow normal diagnosis in Service Information. |
| PIC5383B | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SERVICE BRAKES. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Electronic Brake Control Module and Brake Pressure Modulator Valve for the Chevrolet Volt are being placed on restriction through the General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance. |
| PIC5423C | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; SERVICE BRAKES. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with some additional steps that are needed to help perform a successful brake bleed on the Chevy Volt or the Cadillac ELR. Technician will need to use the tool J-29532-B to maintain 30 pounds per square Inch during the brake bleeding process. |
| PIC5383D | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Electronic Brake Control Module and Brake Pressure Modulator Valve for the Chevrolet Volt are being placed on restriction through the General Motors Technical Assistance Center. |
| PIC5383F | 2017-03-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SERVICE BRAKES; SERVICE BRAKES, AIR. THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN THAT THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL MODULE AND BRAKE PRESSURE MODULATOR VALVE PART RESTRICTION HAS ENDED. THESE PARTS CAN NOW BE ORDERED DIRECTLY THROUGH YOUR PARTS DEPARTMENT WITHOUT GENERAL MOTORS TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTER AUTHORIZATION. |
| PIC5428G | 2016-09-23. Service bulletin. TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM; SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE RING; SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC. THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO THE TECHNICIAN ON HOW TO DIAGNOSE AND REPAIR VEHICLES THAT MAY HAVE THE ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM, SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM, AND/OR SERVICE STABILITRAK LIGHTS ARE ON. THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL MODULE MAY HAVE ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES C0035-C0050 WITH SPECIFICALLY SYMPTOM 18, 5A, OR 0F. TECHNICIAN WILL GAIN ACCESS TO THE CORRECT WHEEL BEAR PER THE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE THAT IS SET. IF DEBRIS IS FOUND ON THE MAGNETIC ENCODER RING IT WILL NEEDED TO BE CLEANED. |
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