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Service bulletins for the 2009 GMC Sierra

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.

1723 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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PIT51952017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the speedometer needle appears to be inaccurate. Dealer should advise the customer the specification for speedometer needle accuracy is +/- 2 miles per hour at any given speed when looking straight at the needle.
PIP4828B2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a rough idle and/or momentary lack of power after cold starting the engine and immediately placing the transmission in gear. Technician should follow published Service Information diagnostics first. Dealer should communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle.
PIT4813C2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles with a "Service Charging System" message displayed on the Driver Information Center and/or a low voltage reading on the volt gauge during the first several minutes after a cold start. Technician may find a Diagnostic Trouble Code B1517 sym 03. If this concern only occurs during the first several minutes of a cold start, no repairs should be made. Dealer should communicate to the customer that this is normal operating characteristic of vehicles equipped with the diesel engine.
PIT5019A2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have the front seats will not cool when using remote vehicle start. Dealer should communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle.
PIT4733J2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that customers may inquire as to the availability of OnStar bluetooth on their vehicle. Technician should be advised that Vehicles with Regular Production Option Code (UPF or UWE) offer Bluetooth through the OnStar system.
PIT4585E2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a no crank condition after the vehicle has had very low accessory battery voltage or a dead battery condition. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code P0C76 set. Technician should be advised that anytime a battery charger or booster pack is connected to the 12 volt battery, the ignition key should always be in the off position. If a battery charger or booster pack is connected to the 12 volt battery with the ignition key on tech will need to reset the Hybrid Powertrain Control Module Diagnostic Trouble Codes.
PIT4593D2017-08-15. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a lack of brake assist after disconnecting the battery or after the 12 volts battery has run low on voltage. The Antilock Braking System Malfunction Indicator Lamp may also be on. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code C121D sym 00 or C056D sym 00 set in the Electronic Brake Control Module. Technician should be advised to wait for a period of at least 1 minute with the ignition in the "OFF" position prior to disconnecting the negative battery cable. Technician will need to follow these steps to repair the concern. 1. Install the negative battery cable to the battery. 2. Rotate the lever lock clockwise until an audible click is heard in order to connect the negative battery cable to the battery. 3. Position the negative battery cable insulating cover over the negative terminal. 4. Start the vehicle without stepping on the brake pedal. 5. Shut the vehicle "Off" for one minute. 6. Restart vehicle and check brakes for proper operation. 7. Clear codes in the Engine Control Module and the Electronic Brake Control Module.
PIT4815C2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with additional vehicle speed sensor diagnostic information. Technician may encounter multiple issues when diagnosing a Vehicle Speed Sensor. Technician will find it difficult to follow the speed signal path between the components. To test connect the Fluke meter leads between circuits 821 and 822 and set the meter to Alternating current voltage and then press the hertz button. When the Engine Control Module showing correct miles per hour in the data list however it is setting a Diagnostic Trouble Code for the Vehicle Speed Sensor. To test connect the Fluke meter red lead to circuit 6399 and the black lead to ground, then set the meter to Direct current voltage and press the hertz button. The Instrument Panel Cluster speedo will work correctly when the Engine Control Module or Antilock Braking System Diagnostic Trouble Codes are for the Vehicle Speed Sensor. To test connect the Fluke meter red lead to circuit 1827 and the black lead to ground, then set the meter to Direct current voltage and press the hertz button. When the Antilock Braking System Malfunction Indicator Lamp on with Electronic Brake Control Module Diagnostic Trouble Code C0055 and no other customer complaints, to test connect the Fluke meter red lead to circuit 817 and the black lead to ground, then set the meter to Direct current voltage and press the hertz button.
PIT4844D2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL; STEERING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with the installation of Cruise Control on a vehicle which did not come equipped with the option. Technician will need to contact the Techline Customer Support Center to determine if a calibration is available for the vehicle. If they are able to provide a calibration for the vehicle then order steering wheel with cruise control buttons, steering wheel sir coil, and steering column wiring harness.
PIC4935D2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that during battery parasitic drain test, there may be some confusion as to what the normal power consumption reading should be from the OnStar system. Technician should understand the power cycles of the various OnStar systems. All Generation 6, 7, 8, and 9 systems are powered up continuously for 48 hours from ignition off. After 120 hours from ignition off, these systems then completely power off. The Onstar modules draw: * IGN ON - 240 to 400 Milliamp. * IGN OFF - 3 to 20 Milliamp for 48 hours or 120 hours on Gen 9 and vehicle communication platforms. * IGN OFF - 0.2 to 0.8 Milliamp after 48 hours or 120 hours on Gen 9 and vehicle communication platforms.
PIT51852017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that if the ignition key is turned to the start position, and then released when the engine begins cranking, the engine will continue cranking for a few seconds or until the vehicle starts. Some customers may state that this feature is inoperative. Technician should be advised that if the Low Fuel warning lamp is on and/or the FUEL LEVEL LOW message is displayed in the Driver Information Center, the Computer?Controlled Cranking System will be disabled.
PIT51842017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an instrument panel backlighting flashes, flickers or inoperative, unwanted horn activation, radio controls inoperative or unwanted activation, OnStar unwanted activation, and cruise control inoperative. Technician should inspect for a short to ground on the steering wheel near the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint coil connector X2 and make necessary repairs to any shorted circuits and then position the wiring.
PIT4508C2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the cruise control being inoperative. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code B3894 set in the Trailer Brake Control Module. Technician should follow published Service Information diagnostics first. Technician should check the "Master Cylinder Pressure" sensor parameter listed in the Trailer Brake Control Module data list. If it is displaying pressure with no brake pedal input, suspect a concern with the Master Cylinder Pressure Sensor, wiring/terminals, or Electronic Brake Control Module.
PIT3189R2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH; STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about customers that are unable to override the automatic door locking feature. Technician will update the Body Control Module on 2006 to 2007 model years. On 2010 to 2014 model years technician will need to contact Techline Customer Support for calibrations.
PIT4729E2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL; TRAILER HITCHES. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about customer's wanting to add the factory Integrated Trailer Brake Controller Regular Production Option Code (JL1) be installed on their Full Size pickup/utility when the vehicle was not ordered with the option. Dealer should advise the customer that if the vehicle does not have the option Regular Production Option Code (JL1) it cannot be added to the vehicle.
PIT4816E2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have multiple electrical concerns and or intermittent no crank. Technician will need to remove the 175 amp Mega Fuse and inspect for arcing. If any type of arcing is found replace the affected components. Technician will also check the voltage drop on the positive and negative and the torque of the cable at the starter.
PIP4686D2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have various 2-Mode Hybrid issues. Some vehicle may have service hybrid system lamp that comes on with a Diagnostic Trouble Code P061B set. Technician will need to take a snap shot of the Electronic Brake Control Module and call General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance. Some vehicles may have a combination of engine stall at a stop, lacks power on acceleration, surge while driving, engine flare, transmission slip, poor or lower fuel economy or reduced EV range/limited electric propulsion since completion of recent programming. Technician will need to perform a Charge Procedure. Some vehicles have Diagnostic Trouble Code P0BBD stored without Diagnostic Trouble Code P061B or P0AFA. Technician will verify that the Drive Motor Battery was not run low on charge due to a no start concern.
PIT4844E2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STEERING; VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with the installation of Cruise Control on a vehicle which did not come equipped with the option. Technician will need to contact the Techline Customer Support Center to determine if a calibration is available for the vehicle. If they are able to provide a calibration for the vehicle then order steering wheel with cruise control buttons, steering wheel sir coil, and steering column wiring harness.
PIT5184A2017-08-15. Service bulletin. STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an instrument panel backlighting flashes, flickers or inoperative, unwanted horn activation, radio controls inoperative or unwanted activation, OnStar unwanted activation, and cruise control inoperative. Technician should inspect for a short to ground on the steering wheel near the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint coil connector X2 and make necessary repairs to any shorted circuits and then position the wiring.
PIT4376G2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician about key and theft information for Fleet Vehicles equipped with RPO 6E2 or 6E8 and converting to fleet mode. Technician will need to ensure fleet vehicles with RPO 6E2 or 6E8 should be checked to verify that the Theft Deterrent Module is in fleet mode prior to attempting to add keys.
PIT4366G2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL; TRAILER HITCHES. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have an intermittent "Check Trailer Wiring" message on the Driver Information Center. Technician will inspect and clean the ground wire (normally white wire) connection on the trailer side of the 7-pin connector. Inspect that the wires inside the trailer side connector are clean and securely fastened. If the vehicle's 7-way connector socket terminals are deformed or have excessive wear, it will be necessary to replace the truck side connector from General Motors Customer Care and Aftersales along with the trailer's 7-way connector plug.
PIT4813E2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles with a "Service Charging System" message displayed on the Driver Information Center and/or a low voltage reading on the volt gauge during the first several minutes after a cold start. Technician may find a Diagnostic Trouble Code B15517 sym 03. If this concern only occurs during the first several minutes of a cold start, no repairs should be made. Dealer should communicate to the customer that this is normal operating characteristic of vehicles equipped with the diesel engine.
PIT4821D2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the 2-Mode Drive Motor Generator Battery placed on parts restriction by General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
PIT4474E2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have navigation or radio screen is blank or flashes on and off, no sound from speakers, and rear DVD screen inoperative. Technician will find Diagnostic Trouble Codes B1265, B1288, or B1289. Technician will need to repair circuit 7066.
PIT5195A2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the speedometer needle appears to be inaccurate. Dealer should advise the customer the specification for speedometer needle accuracy is +/- 2 MPH at any given speed when looking straight at the needle.

The summaries are NHTSA's. Each bulletin's page links NHTSA's copy of the manufacturer's document.