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2020-2022 Chevrolet Bolt Euv and Chevrolet Bolt EV recall: traction battery

General Motors, LLC reported this safety recall on June 27, 2024. It covers about 72 vehicles.

vehicles affected
72
reported
Jun 27, 2024
owners notified
Aug 1, 2024
related complaints
162

Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery

What is wrong
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.
Risk
A battery fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 24V481000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 162 complaints about electrical problems.

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Questions about recall 24V481000

Is there a recall on the 2020-2022 Chevrolet Bolt Euv and Chevrolet Bolt EV traction battery?

Yes. Recall 24V481000, reported on June 27, 2024, covers about 72 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 24V481000?

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.

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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