NHTSA Complaint #11512482 — 2018 CHEVROLET BOLT EV

POWER TRAIN issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11512482
Vehicle	2018 CHEVROLET BOLT EV
Component	POWER TRAIN
Date of Incident	March 17, 2023
Date Filed	March 17, 2023
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CA

Consumer Description

Driving 65mph in middle lane the vehicle suddenly dropped in speed to 45mph and on the dash a warning came up that said “Propulsion power is reduced” this almost caused a semi truck to rear end me.

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