General Motors, Llc | NHTSA Recall #23V845000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 23V845000 by General Motors, Llc. Affecting 2017-2023 chevrolet bolt ev vehicles Includes 6,771 affected units, Fire Risk after Seat Belt Pretensioner Deployment, component: SEAT BELTS, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2017-2023 chevrolet bolt ev vehicles
Defect Summary
General motors, llc (gm) is recalling certain 2017-2023 chevrolet bolt ev vehicles. this recall includes certain vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under nhtsa recall number 22v-930. after a crash with seat belt pretensioner deployment, the pretensioner exhaust may ignite carpet fibers near the b-pillar, causing a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect both front seat belt pretensioners and, if necessary, install metal foil at the carpet near the pretensioner exhaust. certain vehicles will also need a pretensioner cover installed. repairs will be performed free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed january 24, 2024. these vehicles were previously recalled for this same issue under recall number 22v-930 and will need to have the new remedy performed. owners may contact gm ev concierge at 1-833-evchevy (1-833-382-4389) (tty 711 / 1-800-833-2438) or customer service at 1-800-222-1020. gm's number for this recall is n232421970.