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February 1, 2014 Service bulletin

Gm: some may complain of a loud engine noise or that the engine is seized

Chevrolet technical service bulletin PI-1171 for 2013-2014 Chevrolet Malibu, 2014 Chevrolet Impala and 2013-2014 Buick Regal and others.

Bulletin number
PI-1171
Component
Engine
Summary
Gm: some may complain of a loud engine noise or that the engine is seized. The engine may stop running and not restart. This may be due to damaged or spun rod or main bearings. The bearing material can enter the oils and spread throughout the engine. Js

Owners of these vehicles have filed 491 complaints in the engine category.

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