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2017-2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV recall: traction battery

General Motors, LLC reported this safety recall on July 23, 2021. It covers about 57,414 vehicles.

vehicles affected
57,414
reported
Jul 23, 2021
owners notified
Aug 13, 2021
related complaints
229

Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery

What is wrong
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles previously recalled under the federal safety agency recall number 20V‑701. The high voltage battery could catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity.
Risk
A battery fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Owners are advised to take the following interim steps: Activate either the Hill Top Reserve (2017 and 2018 models) or Target Charge Level (2019 models) 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. Defective battery modules will be replaced by GM, free of charge. Interim notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on August 13, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 13, 2021. Owners may contact the Bolt EV Concierge Team at 1‑833‑382‑4389. GM's number for this recall is N212343880.

Recall number 21V560000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 229 complaints about electrical problems.

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Questions about recall 21V560000

Is there a recall on the 2017-2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV traction battery?

Yes. Recall 21V560000, reported on July 23, 2021, covers about 57,414 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 21V560000?

Owners are advised to take the following interim steps: Activate either the Hill Top Reserve (2017 and 2018 models) or Target Charge Level (2019 models) 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. Defective battery modules will be replaced by GM, free of charge. Interim notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on August 13, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 13, 2021. Owners may contact the Bolt EV Concierge Team at 1‑833‑382‑4389. GM's number for this recall is N212343880.

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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