NHTSA Service Bulletin 10171241: 2019 Chevrolet Equinox
Official manufacturer communication context for 2019 Chevrolet Equinox, with affected products, buyer checks and links into Carchieve recall, problem and VIN research.
Reviewed June 2026 from NHTSA manufacturer communication and service bulletin records. Carchieve is independent and not affiliated with any vehicle manufacturer or government agency.
N192271200 - Emission Recall. Certain vehicles equipped with a 1.5-liter, 4 cylinder engine (RPO LYX or LFV). Under certain conditions the engine intake charge air cooler outlet duct may become disconnected from the throttle body when turbo boost is active. If this condition occurs, a reduced engine power message will be displayed, the available engine power will be reduced, the engine may run rough, and the malfunction indicator lamp (check engine light) will illuminate. When the vehicle reaches low speed or idle, the engine could stall. If this condition occurs the engine control module will set one or more of these diagnostic trouble codes: P0172 (Fuel Trim System Rich), P0299 (Engine Underboost), P0101 (Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor Performance), P1101 (Intake Air Flow System Performance), or P0506 (Idle Speed Low). Dealers are to install an improved charge air cooler retainer.
What this bulletin may mean before buying
Treat this as service research, not a verdict on one car. Before you buy, compare this communication with official recall campaigns, model-level owner complaint patterns, and the exact vehicle’s VIN-decoded specifications. A bulletin can help you ask a seller or dealer sharper questions about software updates, known repairs, warranty extensions and service history.
Affected products listed in this communication
Buyer checklist
- Run the 17-character VIN and confirm the year, make, model, engine and equipment match the listing.
- Check recall campaign pages for safety actions that may require dealer repair.
- Compare this bulletin with common problem pages for the same model and component area.
- Ask the seller or dealer whether the bulletin procedure, update or inspection has already been completed.
- Use the used-car buying checklist and get an independent inspection.
Frequently asked questions
What is NHTSA service bulletin 10171241?
N192271200 - Emission Recall. Certain vehicles equipped with a 1.5-liter, 4 cylinder engine (RPO LYX or LFV). Under certain conditions the engine intake charge air cooler outlet duct may become disconnected from the throttle body when turbo boost is active. If this condition occurs, a reduced engine power message will be displayed, the available engine power will be reduced, the engine may run rough, and the.
Is a service bulletin the same as a recall?
No. A recall is a safety campaign with a required remedy for affected VINs. A service bulletin or manufacturer communication usually describes diagnostic, repair, software, warranty or service information.
How should a used-car buyer use this bulletin?
Use it as a research signal. Compare it with recalls, owner complaints, service records, a VIN report and an independent inspection before buying.
Check the exact VIN before you buy
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