NHTSA Complaint #11426188 — 2018 CHEVROLET BOLT EV

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number 11426188
Vehicle 2018 CHEVROLET BOLT EV
Component ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of Incident
Date Filed
Mileage N/A miles
Crash No
Fire No
Injuries 0
Deaths 0
Vehicle Towed No
State AZ

Consumer Description

I own a 2018 Chevy Bolt and GM has issues 3 different recalls on the battery due to risk of combustion. First was a software fix to reduced charge capacity, second was a supposed to be a permanent fix to resolve the issue, and finally GM has issues a 3rd recall where they state they will replace failing modules. With each recall the requirements on the owner to keep the battery from combusting have become more and more strict. Effectively, I only have about 140 miles of battery charge out of 230 because they suggest not charging past 90% and not going below 70 miles remaining. Also I cannot charge my car indoors OR unattended. At this point I feel unsafe having this car near my home or family because of risk of combustion.

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