2013 Chevrolet Volt recall: hybrid propulsion system
General Motors LLC reported this safety recall on June 14, 2018. It covers about 4,606 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 4,606
- reported
- Jun 14, 2018
- owners notified
- Jul 24, 2018
- related complaints
- 57
Hybrid propulsion system
- What is wrong
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Chevrolet Volt vehicles. An update to the Hybrid Powertrain Control Module 2 (HPCM2) may have disabled the cell balancing function causing a low-voltage condition.
- Risk
- If the voltage drops, the vehicle may lose propulsion, increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the HPCM2, free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1‑800‑222‑1020. GM's number for this recall is 18215.
Recall number 18V397000
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet Volt 2013 2013
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 57 complaints about fuel system problems.
Questions about recall 18V397000
Is there a recall on the 2013 Chevrolet Volt hybrid propulsion system?
Yes. Recall 18V397000, reported on June 14, 2018, covers about 4,606 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 18V397000?
GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the HPCM2, free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1‑800‑222‑1020. GM's number for this recall is 18215.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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