Restore Your Suburban’s Electrical System with a Reliable BCM
Is your 2010 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 acting possessed? Flickering lights, power windows with a mind of their own, a security system that won’t cooperate, or random warning messages on the dash are all classic signs of a failing Body Control Module (BCM). As the central command for your truck’s body electronics, a faulty BCM can cause widespread, frustrating issues. In my 20+ years as a technician, I’ve seen how a failing BCM can make a perfectly good vehicle feel unreliable. This isn’t just an annoyance; it can affect safety systems and your peace of mind.
We offer a straightforward, dependable solution. This BCM is meticulously tested and programmed specifically for your vehicle using your VIN. By providing us with your VIN at checkout, we load the latest GM software that matches your Suburban’s exact factory options. This means you get a part that is ready to be installed, saving you from expensive dealership programming fees and the hassle of getting your vehicle towed to a service center. This is the smart, efficient way to solve those electrical gremlins for good and get your 2010 Suburban 1500 BCM functioning like new again.
From the Diagnostic Bay: The Case of the Intermittent No-Start
A customer brought in a 2010 Tahoe—which uses a nearly identical electrical platform to the Suburban—with a frustrating problem. It would randomly refuse to start, but only in the afternoons. The battery was new, the starter checked out, but the security light was flashing. After hours of tracing wires, we found no obvious faults. Hooking up a high-end scan tool, we noticed intermittent communication loss with the BCM (a classic U0140 code). On these GMT900 platforms, heat soak from sitting in the sun can cause failing solder joints inside the BCM to expand and break contact. A replacement 2010 Suburban 1500 BCM, programmed to the VIN, solved the problem permanently. It’s a textbook example of how a BCM can create baffling symptoms that seem unrelated to the source.
Is Your Suburban Showing These BCM Failure Signs?
- ✔ Erratic or non-functional power windows, door locks, and interior/exterior lights.
- ✔ The security or anti-theft system light stays on, preventing the engine from starting.
- ✔ The horn honks unexpectedly or doesn’t work at all.
- ✔ False warnings on the instrument cluster (e.g., “Service StabiliTrak,” “Service Airbag”).
- ✔ Rapid battery drain while the vehicle is parked.
- ✔ Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) such as U0140, U0155, B1001, or other B-series and U-series codes pointing to communication or configuration errors.
A Straightforward Guide to Your BCM Installation
- ✔ Safety First: Always disconnect the negative terminal from your vehicle’s battery before starting any electrical work.
- ✔ Locate the BCM: On your 2010 Suburban, the BCM is typically located under the driver’s side of the dashboard, near the steering column. You may need to remove a lower dash panel for access.
- ✔ Disconnect and Remove: Carefully unplug the electrical connectors from the old BCM. They have locking tabs that must be depressed. Once disconnected, unbolt or unclip the module from its mounting bracket and remove it.
- ✔ Install the New Module: Mount your new, pre-programmed BCM in the same location. Securely plug in all the electrical connectors, ensuring they click into place.
- ✔ Reconnect Battery: Reattach the negative battery terminal.
- ✔ Perform Relearn Procedures: Start the vehicle. While our VIN programming handles the heavy lifting, some models may require simple post-install procedures. If your airbag light is on, a professional scan tool is needed for the ‘Setup SDM Primary Key in BCM’ procedure. A Brake Pedal Position relearn might also be necessary for proper brake light and traction control operation. Always consult a service manual for model-specific steps.
Verified Vehicle Compatibility
This Body Control Module is a direct replacement for part number 20864767 and other interchangeable numbers listed below. It is compatible with a wide range of GM vehicles. Please verify your original part number or consult the list to ensure proper fitment for your specific model and options.
Interchangeable Part Numbers: 10382479, 15093910, 15276271, 15299986, 15819552, 15828601, 15837419, 15872388, 15872421, 15880684, 15921352, 15921353, 15948438, 15948439, 20815898, 20839063, 20864767, 20864768, 20921435, 20921436, 20935349, 22860591, 25826124, 25826125, 25847588, 25847589, 25892622, 25910474, 25934762, 25934763, 95151084
Fits Models Including:
- 2010 Suburban 1500 (ID 20815898 or 25892622)
- 2010 Tahoe / Yukon / Escalade (ID 20815898 or 25892622)
- 2007-2012 Acadia
- 2009-2012 Traverse
- 2006-2013 Impala
- 2008-2012 Express / Savana Vans
- …and many other GM models from 2006-2013. Please check the detailed fitment data to confirm.
Do I need to send my old BCM to you?
Do I need to send my old BCM to you?
No. Our service is designed for your convenience. We only need your vehicle’s 17-digit VIN to program the replacement 2010 Suburban 1500 BCM. You can keep your old part, avoiding vehicle downtime.
Is this truly plug-and-play?
Our VIN programming handles the critical vehicle-specific software, making it as close to plug-and-play as possible. However, on some GM vehicles, certain safety systems like the airbag (SRS) or brake position sensor may require a simple relearn procedure with a compatible scan tool after installation to fully sync with the new module.
Will this fix my security light and no-start issue?
Yes, in most cases. The BCM is integral to the Passlock/Passkey anti-theft system. By programming the module to your VIN, we ensure it communicates correctly with your key and ignition, which typically resolves these security-related starting problems.
What is the core policy?
There is no core charge for this item because we do not require your original module to be sent in. The price you see is the final price for the programmed BCM.
How long does the programming take?
Programming is completed before the module is shipped. Simply provide your VIN during or after your purchase, and we will handle the rest, ensuring a quick dispatch of your ready-to-install part.