N212343880 – High Voltage Battery May Catch Fire – 2017-2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV

July 23, 2021 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V560000

High Voltage Battery May Catch Fire

A battery fire increases the risk of injury.

 

NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V560

Manufacturer General MotorseBay logo, LLC

Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Number of Units Affected 50,413

 

Summary

General MotorseBay logo LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2019 ChevroleteBay logo Bolt EV vehicles previously recalled under NHTSA recall number 20V-701. The high voltage battery could catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity.

 

Remedy

Defective battery modules will be replaced by GM, free of charge. 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.

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.

 

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

 

Check if your Vehicle has a Recall

 


Condition

General MotorseBay logo has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain 2017-2018 model year ChevroleteBay logo Bolt EV vehicles. The high voltage batteries in these vehicles may pose a risk of fire when charged to full, or very close to full, capacity.

 

Correction

Dealers will replace defective battery modules in the recall population. Until the updated recall remedy is performed, customers should take the following interim steps:

1. Customers should, whether or not they received the current software update, return their vehicle to the 90% state of charge limitation using Hilltop Reserve mode. If customers are unable to successfully make these changes, or do not feel comfortable making these changes, we are asking them to visit their dealer to have these adjustments completed.

2. Additionally, we ask that customers charge their vehicle more frequently and avoid depleting their battery below approximately 70 miles (113km) of remaining range, where possible.

3. Out of an abundance of caution, customers should continue to park their vehicles outside immediately after charging and not leave their vehicles charging indoors overnight.

 

Parts

No Parts Required

 

Service Procedure

Manually Reducing Maximum State of Charge

1. Enable Hill Top Reserve.

2. To view and change the Energy Settings, touch Energy, and then touch Energy Settings. Use the arrows to scroll through the list.

3. Set Hill Top Reserve to On.

 


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Safety Recall N212343880-02 High Voltage
Battery May Melt or Burn

 

These questions and answers are being provided to help GM dealers respond to inquiries from involved vehicle owners about the Safety Recall identified above.

Q1) Which vehicles are involved?

All 2017-2018MY ChevroleteBay logo Bolt EV vehicles

 

Q2) What is the issue or condition?

The high voltage batteries in these vehicles may pose a risk of fire when charged to full, or very close to full, capacity.

 

Q3) What symptoms may be experienced? What warning signs may be associated with the issue or condition described?

The battery may emit smoke or heat, and the condition may melt or damage the battery and other vehicle components.

 

Q4) What is the remedy/repair?

Dealers will replace the lithium ion battery modules in the recalled vehicles with new lithium ion battery modules as parts become available.

 

Q5) What is the safety risk?

If the batteries in certain vehicles within this population are charged to full capacity, or very close to full capacity, the batteries may pose a risk of fire.

 

Q6) Does the customer have to pay for this remedy/repair?

No, this repair will be done at no cost to the customer.

 

Q7) Is the remedy/repair available now?

No, when a final remedy is available and/or sufficient quantity of parts are available, the final recall bulletin will be released, and dealers can begin repairing vehicles.

 

Q8) What should customers do until recall repairs can be completed? Are there any special instructions?

Yes, customers should take the following interim steps:

  1. Customers should, whether or not they received the current software update, return their vehicle to the 90% state of charge limitation using Hilltop Reserve mode for 2017-2018 model years. If customers are unable to successfully make these changes, or do not feel comfortable making these changes, we are asking them to visit their ChevroleteBay logo EV certified dealer to have these adjustments completed.
  2. Additionally, we ask that customers charge their vehicle more frequently and avoid depleting their battery below approximately 70 miles (113 KM) of remaining range, where possible.
  3. Out of an abundance of caution, customers should continue to park their vehicles outside immediately after charging and not leave their vehicles charging indoors overnight.

 

Q9) How can customers check to see if their vehicle is involved in this field action?

Customers who own a vehicle involved in the field action will be notified by mail by General MotorseBay logo, but they may also check their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) for field actions in GM Owner Center at https://my.gm.com/recalls or via NHTSA’s website at https://vinrcl.safercar.gov/vin/.

 

Q10) If customers are concerned, can they get a rental car or courtesy transportation?

Courtesy transportation is available for customers whose vehicles are involved in this safety recall.

 

Q11) Where should customers go to get more information on the recall?

Customers should visit www.chevy.com/boltevrecall or contact the ChevroleteBay logo EV Concierge 1-833-EVCHEVY.  Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 12:00 AM ET or Saturday and Sunday, 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM ET or contact their preferred ChevroleteBay logo EV dealer.

 

Q12) How long should a customer expect to wait for replacement battery modules?

We’re working with our supplier and manufacturing teams to determine how to best expedite capacity for battery module replacement under this recall.

 


August 20, 2021

 

N212343880 Chronology of Defect / Noncompliance Determination
573.6 (c) (6) (7)

Describe the chronology of events leading up to the defect decision or test data for the noncompliance decision:

 

GM launched the final remedy campaign in Recall 20V701 in late April 2021. This safety recall covered 2017 to 2019 model year vehicles built with design level N2.1 battery cells produced at LG’s Ochang, Korea plant.  The recall remedy for these vehicles involved (a) performing diagnostic procedures to identify and replace potentially defective battery cell-module assemblies and (b) installing advanced onboard-diagnostic software designed to detect and warn owners regarding potential issues related to changes in battery-module performance over time.

 

After launching the remedy campaign, GM and LG continued to investigate the underlying root cause and monitor the effectiveness of the final remedy program by analyzing field data for new potential battery fires.   On July 2, 2021, GM became aware, through a media report, of an alleged battery fire in a vehicle that had the final recall remedy performed.  While GM worked to inspect this vehicle and confirm the origin and cause of the fire, GM became aware, on July 13, 2021, of a second alleged battery fire involving a 2019 Bolt EV that had received the final remedy.

 

On July 14, 2021, as a precaution while it completed its investigation into these two incidents, GM advised owners of vehicles in the recall population to park their vehicles outdoors immediately after charging and to not leave their vehicles charging overnight.  GM also updated NHTSA regarding the status of its investigation.

 

On July 16, 2021, a preliminary examination of the vehicle identified in the July 2nd article confirmed that the vehicle’s battery was the likely source of the fire.  The second vehicle identified on July 13, 2021 is not available for inspection; the cause of that fire remains unknown.  On July 17, 2021, GM’s Safety and Field Action Decision Authority decided to conduct a second safety recall on the same population covered by NHTSA Recall 20V701, while engineering teams from GM and LG continued to investigate the root cause.  On July 21, 2021, experts from GM and LG identified the simultaneous presence of two rare manufacturing defects in the same battery cell as the root cause of the battery fires.

 

GM continued to monitor field data and investigate potential battery fires.   On July 26, 2021, GM became aware, through its Customer Assistance Center, of an alleged battery fire in a vehicle outside of the recall population.  GM conducted an inspection on this vehicle on August 6, 2021.  Based on the physical evidence, GM determined that the probable origin of the fire was the vehicle’s high-voltage battery pack, and GM shipped the vehicle’s Hybrid Propulsion Control Module 2 (HPCM2) to its Milford Proving Grounds for further analysis.

 

In parallel, LG continued to conduct teardowns and physical inspections on high-voltage battery cells.  This work included used cells returned from the field and new cells never installed into vehicles; cells of different design levels; and cells produced and assembled into cell-module assemblies at different LG facilities.  On August 3 and August 12, 2021, LG provided GM with updated teardown data and analysis indicating that both defects could be present in cells installed into vehicles outside of the original recall population.

 

On August 16, 2021, after GM’s safety engineering team conducted a detailed analysis of this new data, GM’s Safety and Field Action Decision Authority decided to expand NHTSA recall 21V560 to all 2019 model year ChevroleteBay logo Bolt EV vehicles not covered by the prior recall.

 



3 Affected Products

Vehicle

MAKEMODELYEAR
CHEVROLETBOLT EV2017-2019

 


86 Associated Documents

Miscellaneous Document – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Safety Recall N202311731-02 & N212343880 High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn

RMISC-21V560-4860.pdf 136.518KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Owner Outreach Email

RMISC-21V560-0463.pdf 410.289KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re Updated Bolt EV Recall Statement

RCMN-21V560-9285.pdf 8.07KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Leadership Message

RCMN-21V560-4420.pdf 125.106KB

 


Safety Bulletin

RCSB-21V560-6354.pdf 171.378KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – N212343880 – Safety Recall WCAP for High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn Application for Used Vehicle Working Capital Assistance Program (WCAP)

RCMN-21V560-9964.pdf 107.423KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re N212343880 – Safety Recall High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn

RCMN-21V560-7922.pdf 89.872KB

 


Recall Acknowledgement

RCAK-21V560-1208.pdf 755.664KB

 


Defect Notice 573 Report

RCLRPT-21V560-6162.PDF 216.167KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re Chevrolet Bolt Battery Safety Recall Update

RCMN-21V560-5921.pdf 76.845KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Owner Outreach

RMISC-21V560-2713.pdf 153.049KB

 


ISSUED Interim Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)

RIONL-21V560-8522.pdf 65.661KB

 


ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)

RCONL-21V560-9411.pdf 146.884KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Safety Recall N212343883 High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn

RMISC-21V560-5637.pdf 98.043KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re N212343883-01 – Safety Recall for 2017-2019MY Chevrolet Bolt EV Vehicles involved in N212343880 – High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn – REVISION Includes Advanced Diagnostic Software Package.2017-2018 model year vehicles added.

RCMN-21V560-9806.pdf 72.678KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Customer Outreach

RMISC-21V560-8499.pdf 346.213KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Supplemental Outreach re Parts are Available for Your Repair

RMISC-21V560-1836.pdf 383.999KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Safety Recall N212343881 High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn

RMISC-21V560-7476.pdf 87.896KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Supplemental Outreach re an advanced diagnostic software package that will remove parking and charging limitations on your vehicle

RMISC-21V560-0666.pdf 696.333KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re N212343881-02 – Safety Recall High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn Additional Vehicles Have Been Moved to Open Status

RCMN-21V560-4994.pdf 106.29KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re N212343881-02 – Safety Recall High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn Additional Vehicles Have Been Moved to Open Status

RCMN-21V560-8689.pdf 106.988KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Safety Recall N212343881 High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn

RMISC-21V560-3798.pdf 87.97KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Owner Outreach Email re Chevy Bolt EV

RMISC-21V560-5406.pdf 317.509KB

 


Safety Bulletin re Product Safety Recall N212343881 High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn

RCSB-21V560-3056.pdf 2346.079KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re N212343881 – Safety Recall High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn

RCMN-21V560-8744.pdf 79.824KB

 


Safety Bulletin

RCSB-21V560-3931.pdf 634.33KB

 


ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)

RCONL-21V560-0439.pdf 42.409KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re N212343881-02 – Safety Recall High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn Additional Vehicles Have Been Moved to Open Status

RCMN-21V560-3799.pdf 106.964KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Supplemental Outreach re BOLT EV UPDATE: A software update is available now

RMISC-21V560-5624.pdf 203.902KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Safety Recall N212343881 High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn

RMISC-21V560-1643.pdf 87.896KB

 


Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2021-4

RCLQRT-21V560-9386.PDF 211.254KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Safety Recall N212343881 High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn

RMISC-21V560-0869.pdf 87.896KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re REVISION N212343881-01 – Safety Recall High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn Multiple Sections Revised including Vehicle Preparation, Adjusting the State of Charge, and WCAP Clarification

RCMN-21V560-0259.pdf 77.504KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Safety Recall N212343881 High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn

RMISC-21V560-4113.pdf 87.97KB

 


Safety Bulletin re Product Safety Recall N212343881 High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn

RCSB-21V560-2680.pdf 2261.089KB

 


Safety Bulletin – Product Safety Recall N212343881 High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn

RCSB-21V560-5618.pdf 2202.99KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re Chevy Bolt

RCMN-21V560-5485.pdf 137.057KB

 


Recall 573 Report (Amendment 1)

RCLRPT-21V560-5475.PDF 214.428KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re N212343880 / N212343881 – Safety Recall High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn

RCMN-21V560-6025.pdf 273.747KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Customer Outreach re Chevy Bolt

RMISC-21V560-4200.pdf 879.364KB

 


ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)

RCONL-21V560-7703.pdf 115.821KB

 


ISSUED Interim Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)

RIONL-21V560-2228.pdf 115.246KB

 


Miscellaneous Document

RMISC-21V560-8766.pdf 75.002KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re REVISION N212343880-01 Safety Recall High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn Population Expansion and Update on Final Remedy Customer Appointments

RCMN-21V560-7890.pdf 76.486KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Safety Recall N212343880 High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn

RMISC-21V560-8422.pdf 156.679KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re N212343881-02 – Safety Recall High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn Multiple sections have been revised including the emphasis on ZFA Multimodule Coordinated Sequence and Vac-N-Fill procedure; Additional vehicles have been moved to ‘Open’ status.

RCMN-21V560-8006.pdf 68.45KB

 


Safety Bulletin – Product Safety Recall N212343880 High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn

RCSB-21V560-2198.pdf 171.736KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re Bolt EV/EUV Parking Update Cling Sticker

RCMN-21V560-7907.pdf 134.624KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Safety Recall N212343881 High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn

RMISC-21V560-0149.pdf 87.277KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re N212343881-02 – Safety Recall High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn Additional Vehicles Have Been Moved to Open Status

RCMN-21V560-0376.pdf 107.032KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re REVISION: N212343880-02 – Safety Recall High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn Movement of 2019 MY Chevrolet Bolt EV Vehicles to Bulletin N212343883

RCMN-21V560-6023.pdf 81.675KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re N212343883 – Safety Recall for 2019MY Chevrolet Bolt EV Vehicles involved in N212343880 – High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn Includes Advanced Diagnostic Software Package

RCMN-21V560-9665.pdf 71.441KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Safety Recall N212343883 High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn

RMISC-21V560-5219.pdf 97.981KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Customer Email

RMISC-21V560-0004.pdf 391.955KB

 


Safety Bulletin – Product Safety Recall N212343883 High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn

RCSB-21V560-5443.pdf 630.777KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Safety Recall N212343880-02 High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn

RMISC-21V560-3031.pdf 88.024KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Customer Outreach re Diagnostic Update

RMISC-21V560-6896.pdf 426.779KB

 


Safety Bulletin re Product Safety Recall N212343880 High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn

RCSB-21V560-3208.pdf 119.292KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re N212343881-02 – Safety Recall High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn Additional Vehicles Have Been Moved to Open Status

RCMN-21V560-8422.pdf 106.236KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re N212343880 / N212345940 – Safety Recall – High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn Updated Date: Sep 28, 2021 15:30 CT

RCMN-21V560-4492.pdf 133.294KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re N212343881-01 – Safety Recall High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn Additional Vehicles Have Been Moved to Open Status

RCMN-21V560-8830.pdf 77.744KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Owner Outreach re 2019 model year Bolt EV update

RMISC-21V560-5337.pdf 27.429KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Supplemental Email Reminder to schedule free diagnostic testing

RMISC-21V560-7991.pdf 117.148KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Supplemental Email re reminder to schedule your appointment

RMISC-21V560-8082.pdf 557.969KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Safety Recall N212343881 High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn

RMISC-21V560-4127.pdf 87.97KB

 


Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2021-3

RCLQRT-21V560-1776.PDF 211.142KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Customer Email re Chevy Bolt Info

RMISC-21V560-9817.pdf 394.692KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re IMPORTANT: High Voltage Battery Cooling System Draining Safety Recalls N212343881 and N212345941

RCMN-21V560-8472.pdf 107.239KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Supplemental Outreach Letter re REMINDER: SCHEDULE YOUR FREE ADVANCED DIAGNOSTIC SOFTWARE UPDATE NOW.

RMISC-21V560-2475.pdf 163.049KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Outreach App Message re Bolt EV Recall Push Notification Message v1.2

RMISC-21V560-8703.pdf 123.623KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re Eligibility for Servicing Bolt EV and Bolt EUV Recall

RCMN-21V560-2956.pdf 69.088KB

 


Safety Bulletin

RCSB-21V560-3007.pdf 2135.883KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Safety Recall N212343881 High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn

RMISC-21V560-7581.pdf 87.768KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Supplemental Outreach

RMISC-21V560-1469.pdf 121.682KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re N212343881-02 – Safety Recall High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn Additional Vehicles Have Been Moved to ‘Open’ Status

RCMN-21V560-3823.pdf 107.007KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re N212343881-03 – Safety Recall – REVISION High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn 80% SOC Advanced Diagnostic Software available while waiting for HV battery appointment, Customer Letter has been added, and additional vehicles have been moved to ‘Open’ status

RCMN-21V560-4453.pdf 76.468KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Supplemental Outreach to Make an Appointment to Schedule Your Repair

RMISC-21V560-7021.pdf 554.076KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Safety Recall N212343881 High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn

RMISC-21V560-6420.pdf 87.853KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re N212343881-03 – Safety Recall High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn Additional Vehicles Have Been Moved to ‘Open’ Status

RCMN-21V560-8224.pdf 106.218KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re N212343881-03 – Safety Recall High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn Additional Vehicles Have Been Moved to ‘Open’ Status

RCMN-21V560-5266.pdf 106.256KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re N212343881-03 – Safety Recall High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn Additional Vehicles Have Been Moved to ‘Open’ Status

RCMN-21V560-8993.pdf 106.943KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – – Dealer Message re Charge limited to 80% after battery pack changed for remedy

RCMN-21V560-4795.pdf 240.728KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re N212343881-03 – Safety Recall High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn Additional Vehicles Have Been Moved to ‘Open’ Status

RCMN-21V560-0303.pdf 106.232KB

 


Safety Bulletin

RCSB-21V560-4293.pdf 2084.546KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) – Dealer Message re N212343881-04 Safety Recall – REVISION High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn High Voltage Battery Part Numbers have been removed from the Parts Table

RCMN-21V560-4784.pdf 72.746KB

 


Miscellaneous Document – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Safety Recall N212343881 High Voltage Battery May Melt or Burn

RMISC-21V560-8737.pdf 87.853KB

 


Latest Recalls Documents

https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/acms/cs/documentList.xhtml?docId=21V560&docType=RCL

 


1 Associated Investigation

EV Battery Fire
NHTSA ID: PE20016
Dated opened: October 9, 2020

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has received two Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQs) regarding a model year (MY) 2018 and a MY 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV and alleging that the vehicles caught fire under the rear seat while parked and unattended.

ODI conducted additional research, and found a MY 2017 Bolt EV with a similar burn pattern in the interior rear seat area.

In the three cases identified, fire damage appeared to be concentrated in the EV battery compartment area with penetration into the passenger compartment from under the rear seat. The root cause of these fires is unknown. One of these incidents, ODI 11230072, reported smoke inhalation injuries.

ODI is opening a Preliminary Evaluation to assess the scope, frequency, circumstances, and safety consequences of the alleged fires.

The reports cited above can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under the following reference numbers: 11230072, 11339878.


 

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  • Fast & Powerful: This EV Charger charges 9× faster than a 120V outlet, delivering up to 45 mi/hr., dependent upon your vehicle. It features a J1772 connector for all non-Tesla EVs and requires a 20A or 80A circuit. For Tesla EVs, this will require an adapter.
Bestseller No. 3
EVDANCE Level 1&2 EV Charger, Electric Vehicle Portable Charger with 25FT Cable, ETL Listed J1772 EVSE for All EVs & PHEVs, 12A 120V/16A 240V(Black, 16A Max | NEMA 5-15&6-20(Standard Home Plug))
  • Flex Level 1 EV Charger - The EVDANCE Level 1 electric car charger is compatible with J1772 electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid vehicles (North American Standard). *Tesla requires a SAE J1772 adapter.
  • Convenient to Use - This charger has both NEMA 6-20 plug for 16A 240V charging (3.68kW, 10-12 mi/h) and a NEMA 6-20 to 5-15 plug adapter for 12A 120V charging (1.44kW, 2-5 mi/h). The included bag makes it easier to carry on the go. It also has a 25ft cable length, you can use it flexibly from anywhere in the garage or driveway.
  • Check Your Outlet Type -This charger works with standard 120V NEMA 5-15/5-20 outlets (2-5 mph charging speed) and 240V NEMA 6-20 outlets (10-12 mph) . It's not compatible with NEMA 6-15/10-30/14-30/14-50/6-50 outlets – you'll need a NEMA 14-50/14-30/10-30/6-50 to 6-20 adapter (sold separately) to connect.
  • Compatible EV Models -This EV charger works with most major electric vehicles, including FordeBay logo, Chevrolet, Hyundai, Audi, NissaneBay logo Ariya, Rivian R1S, Kia, and others. However, it's not compatible with Mini Cooper Electric Hardtop,ToyotaeBay logo Prus Prime/Z4X/RAV4Prime, Porsche Taycan Base/4S/Turbo/Turbo S or Tesla models (Tesla requires a J1772 to Tesla Adapter, sold separately). For a full list of compatible models, check out the Full Compatibility List on our product page.
  • Indication Displays - LED display that can tell you the status as well as indicate errors while charging your electric vehicle.
Bestseller No. 4
Tesla Universal Wall Connector - Home Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger with Dual Plug Type (NACS + J1772) - Compatible with All North American EVs - Level 2 - up to 48A - Energy Star Partner
  • UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY: Seamlessly transitions between NACS and J1772 connectors, accommodating all major North American EVs including Tesla Vehicles
  • CHARGING SPEED: Up to 44 miles of range per hour of charge, with up to 11.5 kW / 48 amp output, depending on Tesla model and breaker size. Minimize install costs and maximize charging speed using Power Management features
  • CONVENIENCE: Versatile indoor / outdoor desig with variable amperage that allows max output to be customized to an existing power supply and supports any output up to 48A. Possible max output configurations include: 48A, 40A, 32A, 24A, 16A, 12A.
  • POWERSHARE: Power your home during an outage for up to three days using Tesla Powershare technology. Currently available for Cybertruck only. Minimize install costs and maximize charging speed using Power Management features
  • 24-foot cable length
SaleBestseller No. 5
EVIQO Level 2 EV Charger, 40 Amp 240V, J1772 for Non-Tesla EVs, 25ft Cable, WiFi (2.4GHz) Smart App, Weatherproof Indoor/Outdoor (IP66, NEMA 4), UL & ETL Certified, NEMA 14-50 Plug-in, 9.6kW
  • PLUG-IN, NO ELECTRICIAN: EVIQO Level 2 EV charger with a max output of 40A on a dedicated 50A / 240V circuit fully recharges most EVs overnight. This wall-mounted plug-in model requires an EV-graded 4-prong NEMA 14-50 outlet (same style as an RV or range outlet - NOT a dryer outlet). Verify your vehicle's connector type and home electrical setup before ordering.
  • J1772 CONNECTOR - NON-TESLA EVs: Electric Vehicle Charging Stations works with all North American EV and PHEV models and also functions as a Tesla Level 2 charger when used with a J1772-to-NACS adapter (not included). The fully rubberized SAE J1772 connector with a durable metal latch provides a secure, ergonomic grip.
  • SMART APP CONTROL: Enhanced WiFi Antenna keeps EVIQO EV car charger level 2 online in garage & basement. Control start/stop, set 6-40A current, get reminders & track consumption/cost right in the smartphone. Smart app features require the charger to be connected to 2.4 GHz WiFi (Internet) network.
  • CERTIFIED & WEATHERPROOF: UL/ETL/FCC/Energy Star certified and built into an IP66/NEMA-4 weatherproof enclosure, so this electric vehicle charging station stands up to rain, snow, heat and dust. Mainboard steel shielding protects the internals of the charger for long term use.
  • NEW FLUORESCENT HOLSTER: High-visibility fluorescent holster makes plug-in and storage easy even in low-light conditions. Helps quickly locate the connector at night and keeps it securely stored when not in use.

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