NHTSA Complaint #11427219 — 2019 CHEVROLET BOLT EV

UNKNOWN OR OTHER issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number 11427219
Vehicle 2019 CHEVROLET BOLT EV
Component UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Date of Incident
Date Filed
Mileage N/A miles
Crash No
Fire No
Injuries 0
Deaths 0
Vehicle Towed No
State CT

Consumer Description

Within the first 20 months of ownership of my vehicle - I became aware of multiple reported fires due to the battery on other similar 2019 Chevy Bolts (and other years) where (like my vehicle) had batteries manufactured in Korea which subsequently found to contain a number of defects which pose a fire risk. For many months and currently I have had harsh limitations placed on how far I am able to drive my vehicle due to requested safety measures GM is requesting (to NOT charge over 90% and to NOT let the vehicle go below 30% - effectively limiting range by 60%). Additionally, we are not able to charge the vehicle overnight and must remove the vehicle from the garage after charging due to fire risk. This is unacceptable! I requested a buyback from GM or MSRP swap but was denied. There is currently NO FIX available and it's unclear to when if this will be fully resolved. I am afraid to use my vehicle as my charger is located in my garage where my sons bedroom is directly above the garage. My vehicle poses a great risk to my families safety.

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