NHTSA ID Number: 10198878
Manufacturer Communication Number: 21NA101
Summary
This service bulletin provides a procedure to replace both front door seals to correct a customer concern of Howl, Hoot, or Whistle Type Noise when Driving in Crosswinds.
Condition
Some customers may comment on a noise in high crosswinds originating from the vehicle “A” pillar area.
The noise may be altered or eliminated by folding the mirrors.
Cause
The cause of the condition may be that the door seals are too soft.
Correction
Verify that the doors are within specifications and replace both front door seals with revised seals (weatherstrips) if necessary.
Service Procedure
If you encounter a vehicle with the above concern, verify that the vehicle’s door is within the below specifications and adjust as necessary.
Parts Information
| Description | Part Number | Side |
| WEATHERSTRIP FRT S/D | 84741674 | Right |
| WEATHERSTRIP FRT S/D | 84741673 | Left |
4 Affected Products
Vehicles
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
Bulletin No.: 21-NA-101
Date: May, 2021
MC-10198878-9999.pdf 982.267KB
- BONDS weatherstripping, headliners, gaskets and more
- FORMS FLEXIBLE, waterproof bond that resists vibration
- EASY TO BRUSH and spread right from the tube, saving time
- RESISTS oils, solvents, detergents and temperature changes for permanent repairs
- BONDS to a range of surfaces including vinyl, metal, fabrics and rubber
- Sensor-Safe, General Purpose Black Rtv Indoor/Outdoor Sealant
- Seals, Bonds, Repairs, Mends And Secures Glass, Metal, Plastics, Fabric, Vinyl, Weather Stripping And Vinyl Tops
- Waterproof And Flexible; Resists Water, Weather, And Vibration. Note: Surfaces Being Bonded May Need Clamping For 1 Hour Or Until Silicone Is Firm
- Temperature Range: -75°F To 450°F (-59°C To 232°C)
- Bonds Rubber To Metal For Weatherproof Seals – High-strength adhesive permanently attaches rubber weatherstripping and gaskets to metal surfaces, forming a flexible, waterproof seal on car doors, trunks, sunroofs and more.
- Durable All-Weather Performance – Stays strong and flexible in extreme conditions. Resists heat, cold, vibration, and exposure to oils, solvents and detergents, ensuring a long-lasting bond that won’t break down even under harsh automotive environments.
- Easy Application & Fast Cure – Squeezes out smoothly for quick, mess-free use. Easy to brush and spread right from the tube with no clamping needed. Grips in minutes as it becomes tacky, holding seals in place while curing to full strength within 24 hours.
- Versatile Automotive Use – Bonds effectively to rubber, vinyl, metal, fabric and more, making it useful for a variety of car maintenance projects. Great for reattaching loose door and trunk seals, fixing window weatherstripping or interior trim, and securing gaskets in place.
- Professional-Grade, Clean Finish – Trusted by auto professionals for decades, 3M’s black formula dries dark for less visible glue lines. It blends into black rubber seals for an OEM-like appearance, giving your repair a clean look while delivering an OEM-quality bond that keeps water, wind and noise out.
- Strong Bond for Rubber Weatherstripping - Automotive weather strip adhesive ideal for rubber weather stripping,metal,automotive rubber gaskets(not for Engine gasket),door and trunk moldings.
- Fast‑Drying & Easy to Apply - Allows precise, mess‑free application. Use a tool to even out the applied product.Press or clamp 1-3 minutes,allow 24 hours to dry.
- UV RESISTANT & Waterproof - Withstands extreme temperatures ,will not crack, shrink, or chalk after years,keeps weatherstripping firmly in place,helping reduce wind noise and prevent leaks.
- Durable Weather Performance - Resists gasoline, oil, and most solvents.
- Compact Size - contains one 3.38 fl oz (100 mL) tube. The small size is convenient for single‑use projects, minimizing waste. Always test on a hidden area first; not recommended for engine gasket applications.
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Bulletin No.: 21-NA-101 TECHNICAL
Date: May, 2021
Subject: Howl, Hoot or Whistle Type Noise when Driving in Crosswinds Brand: Chevrolet Model: Silverado 1500 (Crew Model Year:
from to Build Breakpoint Date: from to December Engine: Transmission: and Extended Cabs Only) 2020 2021 SOP 20, 2020 All All Involved Region or Country Additional Options (RPOs) Condition Cause Correction North America, Middle East, Australia/New Zealand Vehicles Equipped with Crew or Extended Cabs Only
Some customers may comment on a noise in high crosswinds originating from the vehicle “A” pillar area.
The noise may be altered or eliminated by folding the mirrors.
The cause of the condition may be that the door seals are too soft.
Verify that the doors are within specifications and replace both front door seals with revised seals (weatherstrips) if necessary.
Service Procedure If you encounter a vehicle with the above concern, verify that the vehicle’s door is within the below specifications and adjust as necessary.
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If the vehicle door adjustment is verified to be within the above specifications and the condition is still present, replace the left and right front door weatherstrip. Refer to the correct Front Side Door Weatherstrip Replacement in SI.
Important: For vehicle Model Year 2020 ONLY: Once the vehicle’s weatherstrips are replaced, re-verify that the vehicle doors are within the above specifications.
Parts Information Causal Part
X X Description WEATHERSTRIP FRT S/D
WEATHERSTRIP FRT S/D Part Number
84741674 84741673 Side Right Left Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under the Bumper-to-Bumper coverage (Canada Base Warranty coverage), use the following labor operation. Reference the Applicable Warranties section of Investigate Vehicle History (IVH) for coverage information. Labor Operation
1481548*
Add Description Verify/Adjust Doors and Test
Replace Both Front Doors Weatherstrips Labor Time 0.3 hr
0.8 hr *This is a unique Labor Operation for bulletin use only. Page 2 May, 2021 Bulletin No.: 21-NA-101 Version Modified 1
Released May 10, 2021
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