P135B on 2018-2020 Chevrolet Traverse (L, LS, LT, RS, Premier, High Country) — Ignition Coil Supply Voltage Circuit Bank 2
1 vehicles · 1 makes · $150-$900 repair
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Chevrolet Traverse · 2018–2020
Many second-gen Traverse owners experience random no-crank / no-start events, sometimes after the engine shuts off while driving. GM service bulletins identify two patterns: bent or backed-out terminals at body connector X203 causing loss of communication on the HSLAN data bus with multiple stored DTCs, and a separate intermittent no-crank condition on 3.6L models flagged by crank/relay wake-up codes. The result is being stranded with a vehicle that will not respond to the start button.
Common Symptoms
- Intermittent no-crank when pressing start
- Engine shuts off while driving then won't restart
- Multiple unrelated warning lights / loss of communication
- Sometimes restarts after sitting
How to Fix
Have a technician scan for HSLAN/loss-of-communication DTCs and inspect/repair connector X203 for bent or damaged terminals per the GM bulletin; the second bulletin addresses the no-crank codes with module diagnosis and reprogramming. Owners should also rule out the simpler offenders first — loose/corroded battery terminals, a weak main battery, and a dead key-fob battery, all of which mimic the same symptom.
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Frequently asked questions
What does P135B mean?
P135B stands for "Ignition Coil Supply Voltage Circuit Bank 2." Manufacturer-specific (General Motors — Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC). Each cylinder has its own ignition coil, and the engine control module monitors the battery-voltage feed running from the fuse to the bank 2 coils. This code sets when the ECM detects less than about 2.5 volts on that supply circuit. With no voltage to the coils, the cylinders on that bank cannot fire, so the engine misfires badly, runs rough, loses power, and may not start. Note that BMW and MINI use P135B for an implausible knock sensor 2 signal instead, so confirm the definition against your make.
What are the most common causes of P135B?
The most common causes of P135B are: Blown ignition coil fuse for bank 2, Short to ground in the ignition voltage supply circuit, Open or high resistance in the coil power feed or a corroded connector, Failed ignition coil on bank 2 shorting the supply, Damaged or chafed engine harness near the valve cover, Faulty engine control module (rare — verify circuits first). The specific cause varies by vehicle.
How much does it cost to fix P135B?
Repair costs for P135B range from $150 to $900, depending on the vehicle and root cause.
Which vehicles are affected by P135B?
Au7o has documented P135B across 1 vehicle models from 1 manufacturers: Chevrolet.
Content compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, and owner reports. May contain errors. Always verify with your vehicle's service manual.