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2020-2022 Chevrolet Bolt Euv and Chevrolet Bolt EV recall: software

General Motors, LLC reported this safety recall on October 31, 2024. It covers about 107 vehicles.

vehicles affected
107
reported
Oct 31, 2024
owners notified
Dec 3, 2024
related complaints
162

Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery thermal: management: software

What is wrong
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.
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 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.

Recall number 24V812000

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 24V812000

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

Yes. Recall 24V812000, reported on October 31, 2024, covers about 107 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 24V812000?

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.

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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