High Voltage Battery May Catch Fire
Recall Information
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 24V812000 |
| Report Received Date | 10/31/2024 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Vehicles Affected | 107 |
| Completion Rate | 76.64% |
| 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 Bolt EUV vehicles previously repaired under Recall 21V-650. The installation of advanced diagnostic software may have failed. As such, the high voltage battery could catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity.
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 advanced diagnostic software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2024. Owners may contact the Bolt EV Concierge Team at 1-833-382-4389. GM's number for this recall is N242470160.
Related to
Rework Generation 5
- 21V650000
⚠️ Recall not found in current collection
