High voltage battery may catch fire
Defect Summary
General motors, llc (gm) is recalling certain 2020-2022 chevrolet bolt ev and 2022 chevrolet bolt euv vehicles. the high voltage battery could catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity.
Safety Consequence
A battery fire increases the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Owners are advised to take the following interim steps: set the target charge level 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. defective battery modules will be replaced by gm, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on october 1, 2021 and june 23, 2023. owners may contact the bolt ev concierge team at 1-833-382-4389. this recall is an expansion of nhtsa recall 21v-560. gm's number for this recall is n212345940.
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FAQ: Recall 21V650000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21V650000?
NHTSA recall 21V650000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on August 20, 2021. It addresses: High voltage battery may catch fire. The recall affects approximately 52,414 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V650000 or the manufacturer campaign number N212345940. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
Why is this recall flagged for fire risk?
This recall has been classified as having a fire risk when parked. NHTSA generally advises affected owners to park outside, away from structures and other vehicles, until the defect is repaired.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.