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EI08184 - Paint Appearance - Dirt in Paint, Orange-Peel, Thin, Primer Bleed Through, Runs (Engineering Information)

Subject:EI08184 -- Paint Appearance -- Dirt in Paint, Orange-Peel, Thin, Primer Bleed Through, Runs (Engineering Information)

Models:2008 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe
2008 GMC Sierra, Yukon, Yukon Denali, Yukon XL

Attention: Proceed with this bulletin ONLY if the customer has commented about this concern AND the EI number is listed in GMVIS. If the customer has not commented about this condition or the EI does not show in GMVIS, disregard the bulletin. THIS IS NOT A RECALL -- refer to Service Bulletin 04-00-89-053A for more details on the use of Engineering Information bulletins.


GM Engineering would like to better understand the customer concerns related to paint. If the vehicle is brought in for a concern of dirt in paint, thin (primer bleed-through) paint, orange-peel or runs in the paint, complete the following steps PRIOR to any repairs being made:

  1. Verify that the VIN and mileage are correct on the repair order.
  2. Make sure a detailed description of the complaint is recorded on the repair order.
  3. If possible, photograph the condition.
  4. Contact Jeff Young at 586-709-2780 . Engineering may be interested in physically inspecting the vehicle prior to repairs being made.
  5. If Jeff is not available to take the call, e-mail the following information to Jeff:

    E-mail Instructions:

    • Include complete VIN, Repair Order Number, Dealer Name, Dealer Code and Mileage
    • Description of the condition
    • Attach a photograph of the condition
    • Send e-mail to: jeffrey.m.young@gm.com
  6. Proceed with Paint repair.