Information on Engine Low Oil Pressure Indicator on the Driver Information Center (DIC) – DTC P0521 Set – 2019-2020 Chevrolet GMC

NHTSA ID Number: 10198859

Manufacturer Communication Number: 20NA161

 

Summary

This informational bulletin advises the technician to check for a possible stuck oil pressure relief valve.

 

 


8 Affected Products

Vehicles

MAKEMODELYEAR
CHEVROLETeBay logo35002019
CHEVROLETeBay logoEXPRESS2019-2020
CHEVROLETeBay logoSILVERADO 25002019
CHEVROLETeBay logoSUBURBAN2019
GMCSAVANA2019-2020
GMCSIERRA 25002019

 


Condition

Some customers may comment on one or more of the following conditions:

•   MIL is illuminated.

•   Oil Pressure Indicator on.

Some customers may also comment that the MIL illuminates and then turns off.

Some technicians may find DTC P0521 (Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Performance) active or stored in history in the Engine Control Module (ECM).

 

Cause

This condition may be caused by a sticking oil pressure relief valve within the oil pump assembly.

 

Correction

If you encounter a vehicle with the above DTC or conditions and before replacing any parts, it will be necessary to follow the steps below to determine what failure mode may exist and what the correct repair procedure is:

⇒ Remove the oil level indicator and confirm the oil level is at the full mark and not overfilled.

If oil level is full, it will be necessary to follow the steps below:

– Inspect the #1 main bearing for any damage.

•   If the #1 main bearing is not damaged, then it will be necessary to replace the engine oil pump only.

•   If the #1 main bearing is damaged but not spun it will be necessary to replace the crankshaft, main bearings, rod bearings and the engine oil pump.

•   If the #1 main bearing was spun it will be necessary to replace the engine assembly.

When the applicable repair is complete road test vehicle to ensure engine is operating as designed.

 

Parts Information

DescriptionPart NumberQty
PUMP, OIL126963571
ENGINE, GASOLINE (SERV NEW) L96192565941
ENGINE, GASOLINE (SERV NEW) LC8126422691
CRANKSHAFT, (CROSS DRILLED CRANK)126856561
BEARING KIT, CR/SHF (STD) (#3)890175721
BEARING KIT, CR/SHF (#1,2,4,5) (STD)89017571
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General Motors, BEARING Kit, 89017571
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General Motors, BEARING Kit, 89017571
  • Avalanche, Escalade EXT. Tahoe, Yukon, Escalade. Impala, Monte Carlo. Yukon XL, Suburban. Canyon, Colorado. Express, savana. Escalade ESV. Caprice PPV. Grand Prix. All models. HummereBay logo H2. Corvette. LaCrosse. Camaro. CTS-v. SSR. GTOeBay logo. SS. G8. 6.2l. 5.7l. No. 1, 2, 4, 5. No.1, 2, 4, & 5. Without supercharger. Silverado, sierra hybrid.

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BEARING KIT, CONN ROD (STD)89017573
General Motors 89017573, Engine Connecting Rod Bearing
  • Avalanche, Escalade EXT. Tahoe, Yukon, Escalade. Impala, Monte Carlo. Yukon XL, Suburban. Canyon, Colorado. Express, savana. Escalade ESV. Caprice PPV. Grand Prix. All models. HummereBay logo H2. LaCrosse. Corvette. Camaro. CTS-v. SSR. GTOeBay logo. SS. G8. 6.2l. 5.7l. 6.0l. Without supercharger. Silverado, sierra hybrid.

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GASKET, OIL PAN12612350
Oil Pan Gasket Set - Compatible with 4.8L 5.3L 6.0L 6.2L Chevy Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe, Trailblazer, GMC Sierra, Yukon, Cadillac Escalade - Replace 12612350 OS30693R
  • REPLACEMENT OIL PAN GASKET - A primary gasket that keeps oil from leaking out of your engine. If you notice symptoms like smoking issues, engine overheating, oil puddles under the car, and abnormal low oil level, you might need to replace the oil pan gasket.
  • FIT THE FOLLOWING VEHICLES - Oil pan gasket compatible with 4.8L 5.3L 5.7L 6.0L 6.2L GM Vortec engine, including ChevroleteBay logo Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe, Avalanche, Colorado, Camaro, Express, Trailblazer, Caprice, Impala, GMC Sierra, Yukon, Savana, Envoy, Canyon, CadillaceBay logo Escalade, BuickeBay logo Rainier, model year 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020.
  • REPLACE PART NUMBER - Replace GM 12612350, replace OS 30693 R, OS30693R. Commonly found on ChevroleteBay logo Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe, Avalanche, Colorado, Camaro, Express, Trailblazer, Caprice, Impala, GMC Sierra, Yukon, Savana, Envoy, Canyon, CadillaceBay logo Escalade, BuickeBay logo Rainier with 4.8 5.3 5.7 6.0 6.2 V8 Vortec Engine.
  • OEM DESIGN & DIRECT FIT - Quality materials & advanced technology used, meets or exceeds OEM standards. Even though this is not a genuine GM or ACDelco oil pan gasket, but it works even better and lasts longer. Save yourself times and money by replacing valve cover gaskets yourself.
  • WHAT YOU'LL GET - 1 Set of Oil Pan Gasket & 12 Months Warranty. If you have any problem with our oil pan gasket, feel free to contact us, we will sort things out together.

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1
SEAL, O/PMP SUC PIPE (0-RING)12584922

No products found.

1
HOUSING, CR/SHF RR OIL SEAL12639250
GM Genuine Parts 12639250 LS Rear Block Cover
  • Some GM Genuine Parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco GM Original Equipment (OE)
  • GM Genuine Parts are designed, engineered and tested to rigorous standards, and are backed by General MotorseBay logo
  • GM Engineers design and validate OE parts specifically for your ChevroleteBay logo, BuickeBay logo, GMC, or CadillaceBay logo vehicle
  • GM regularly updates production and service part designs to integrate new materials and technologies

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1
GASKET, CR/SHF RR OIL SEAL HSG12639249
GM Genuine Parts 12639249 Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Housing Gasket
70 Reviews
GM Genuine Parts 12639249 Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Housing Gasket
  • The package length is 1.3 centimeters
  • The package height is 29.2 centimeters
  • The package width is 25.9 centimeters
  • Package Weight : 0.068 kilograms

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1
BOLT, CR/SHF BALR (M16x2.0x103)12557840
GM Genuine Parts 12557840 Balancer Bolt
  • Fastens vehicle's components together
  • Some GM Genuine Parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco GM Original Equipment (OE)
  • GM Engineers design and validate OE parts specifically for your ChevroleteBay logo, BuickeBay logo, GMC, or CadillaceBay logo vehicle
  • Original equipment parts are designed to work with your GM vehicle safety systems -- aftermarket replacement parts may not meet the same OE safety regulations, depending on the part type
  • GM regularly updates production and service part designs to integrate new materials and technologies

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1
STUD, CR/SHF BRG CAP (HFH, M10x2x23)12560273

No products found.

10
BOLT, CR/SHF BRG CAP (SIDE) (SHORT) (M8x1.25×11)1255612710
BOLT, CR/SHF BRG CAP (M10x2x102.5)12560272
Sale
General Motors, BOLT, 12560272
  • Genuine ChevroleteBay logo Performance part that fits your specific vehicle
  • Cap Bolt
  • Part Number: 12560272
  • Manufactured to meet specifications for fit, form, and function

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10
GASKET, ENG FRT CVR12633904
GM Genuine Parts 12633904 Timing Cover Gasket
  • Helps prevent engine oil from spraying or leaking onto your vehicle’s engine, while keeping dirt and debris out of sensitive engine components
  • GM-recommended replacement part for your GM vehicle’s original factory component
  • Offering the quality, reliability, and durability of GM OE
  • Manufactured to GM OE specification for fit, form, and function

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1 Associated Document

Manufacturer Communications

Bulletin No.: 20-NA-161
Date: May, 2021

https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10198859

MC-10198859-9999.pdf 72.592KB

 


 

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