High Voltage Battery May Catch Fire
Recall Information
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 24V481000 |
| Report Received Date | 6/27/2024 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Vehicles Affected | 72 |
| Completion Rate | 93.06% |
| Recall Category | Vehicle |
| Rework Status | Rework Gen 5 |
| Software Recall | Yes |
| OTA Update | No |
Description
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV vehicles that were previously remedied under recall number 21V-650. The advanced diagnostic software may have been incorrectly installed and fail to detect defective battery modules, possibly resulting in a battery fire.
Issue
A battery fire increases the risk of injury.
Consequence Summary
A battery fire increases the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Owners are advised to take the following interim steps: Set the Target Charge Level feature in their vehicle to limit the charge level to 90%, charge their vehicle more frequently, avoid depleting the battery to 70 miles range remaining, park outside after charging, and do not charge the vehicle indoors overnight. Dealers will reinstall the advanced diagnostic software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 1, 2024. Owners may contact the Bolt EV Concierge Team at 1-833-382-4389. GM's numbers for this recall are N242443000 and N242443002.
Related to
Rework Generation 5
- 21V650000
⚠️ Recall not found in current collection
