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July 26, 2019 Service bulletin

Customer Satisfaction Program

Chevrolet technical service bulletin N182195660 for 2016-2017 Chevrolet Malibu.

Bulletin number
N182195660
Component
Electrical system: ignition
Summary
N182195660 - Customer Satisfaction Program - The 1.5 L LFV engines in certain 2016 and 2017 model year Chevrolet Malibu vehicles may have a pre-ignition condition that requires immediate repair. This condition may cause the engine to perform poorly, misfire, run rough, and/or excessively consume oil. It may also illuminate the vehicle?s service engine light. Over time, if not repaired, the condition can damage the vehicle?s pistons and engine. Replace pistons.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 383 complaints in the electrical category.

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