GM recalls Bolt EVs again because some batteries may pose fire risk
The company made the move on Friday after two Bolts caught fire without impact recently.
This time,
"As part of
Until
Also, Flores said
•Return the vehicle to the 90% state of charge limitation using Hilltop Reserve mode (for 2017-2018 model years) or Target Charge Level mode (for 2019 model year), or visit a dealer to make that change.
•Charge the vehicle after each use and avoid depleting the battery below 70 miles of remaining range.
•Park the vehicle outside immediately after charging and do not leave the vehicle charging overnight.
•Customers who have not received the advanced diagnostics software should visit their dealer to get the update. After obtaining the software, limit the state of charge to 90% and follow the advice above.
The starting price for a 2021 base Chevrolet Bolt EV is
While this Bolt recall is a recall, it's hardly
In November,
Another commonality among the five vehicles was they were at full charge or right below that when they caught fire.
At the time, the automaker warned owners of those vehicles that until dealers can make a software fix, the owners should reset their battery to a maximum of 90% charge to lessen the risk of the car catching fire. If they cannot do that,
By April,
But since that first recall, there have been two more Bolt fires. Earlier this month,
"One of the fires, we can confirm was a battery fire," Flores said. "It was in
The 2019 Bolt that caught fire belonged to Vermont State Rep.
Around
Briglin told AP that
The other EV that caught fire was in
The existing software fix
Any Bolt owners with additional questions or concerns should go to www.chevy.com/boltevrecall. They can also call the Chevrolet EV Concierge 1-833-EVCHEVY, which is available Monday-Friday from
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