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June 16, 2020 Service bulletin

Customer Satisfaction Program (Added Customer Letter)

Chevrolet technical service bulletin N182195660 01 for 2016-2017 Chevrolet Malibu.

Bulletin number
N182195660 01
Component
Engine
Summary
Customer Satisfaction Program (Added Customer Letter) - 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 563 complaints in the engine category.

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