NHTSA service bulletin

NHTSA Service Bulletin 10208067: 2007-2013 Cadillac Avalanche

Official manufacturer communication context for 2007-2013 Cadillac Avalanche, with affected products, buyer checks and links into Carchieve recall, problem and VIN research.

NHTSA service bulletin 10208067 summary graphic for 2007-2013 Cadillac Avalanche
10208067NHTSA document ID
Manufacturer communicationcommunication type
20affected product rows
100/100quality score

Reviewed June 2026 from NHTSA manufacturer communication and service bulletin records. Carchieve is independent and not affiliated with any vehicle manufacturer or government agency.

Quick answer

This Preliminary Information communication provides steps the technician will uses to diagnose and repair vehicles that have low oil pressure after an oil change with the engine Regular Production Option Code L20, L77, L94, L96, L99, L9H, LC8, LC9, LH9, LMF, LMG, LY6, or LZ1. Vehicle may have Service Engine Soon lamp with Diagnostic Trouble Code P0521 or Low Oil Pressure message on the instrument panel. Dealer will need to determine if bulletin 10-06-01-008 was completed. If the bulletin was performed inspect the left rocker cover. Dealer will insure the left rocker can hold water without leaking. If leaks are found apply room temperature vulcanization silicone to the rocker cover if possible or replace the left rocker cover.

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

MakeModelModel yearsBuyer note
CadillacCts2008, 2009, 2013Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
CadillacCts-v2007, 2010, 2011, 2012Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
CadillacEscalade2007-2013Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
ChevroletAvalanche2007-2013Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
ChevroletC Series2007Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
ChevroletCamaro2010-2013Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
ChevroletCobalt Ss2008, 2009Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
ChevroletColorado2007-2013Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
ChevroletCorvette2007-2013Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
ChevroletExpress2007-2013Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
ChevroletSilverado 15002007-2013Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
ChevroletSilverado 25002007-2013Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
ChevroletSilverado 35002007-2013Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
ChevroletSuburban2007-2013Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
ChevroletTahoe2007-2013Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
GMCCanyon2007-2013Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
GMCSierra 15002007-2013Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.
GMCSierra 25002007-2013Ask for service records and run the exact VIN before purchase.

Buyer checklist

  1. Run the 17-character VIN and confirm the year, make, model, engine and equipment match the listing.
  2. Check recall campaign pages for safety actions that may require dealer repair.
  3. Compare this bulletin with common problem pages for the same model and component area.
  4. Ask the seller or dealer whether the bulletin procedure, update or inspection has already been completed.
  5. Use the used-car buying checklist and get an independent inspection.

Frequently asked questions

What is NHTSA service bulletin 10208067?

This Preliminary Information communication provides steps the technician will uses to diagnose and repair vehicles that have low oil pressure after an oil change with the engine Regular Production Option Code L20, L77, L94, L96, L99, L9H, LC8, LC9, LH9, LMF, LMG, LY6, or LZ1. Vehicle may have Service Engine Soon lamp with Diagnostic Trouble Code P0521 or Low Oil Pressure message on the instrument panel. Dealer will.

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

Model-level pages show public safety patterns. A full VIN report helps confirm the exact vehicle, decoded specs, recall applicability and buyer checks.

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