2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
All 4 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV recalls, newest first
Dec 14, 2023Structure, BodyGeneral Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017 to 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. This recall includes certain vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under NHTSA recall number 22V930. After a crash with seat belt pretensioner deployment, the pretensioner exhaust may ignite carpet fibers near the B pillar, causing a fire.
Risk: A fire increases the risk of injury.
Fix: 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 22V930 and will need to have the new remedy performed. Owners may contact GM EV Concierge at 1833 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.
NHTSA campaign 23V845000 · General Motors, LLC
Dec 15, 2022Structure, BodyGeneral Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017 to 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. After a crash with seat belt pretensioner deployment, the pretensioner exhaust may ignite carpet fibers near the B pillar, causing a fire.
Risk: A vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will install metal foil at the carpet near the pretensioner exhaust, and install a pretensioner cover as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between January 23, 2023 and April 25, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1 800 222 1020. GM's number for this recall is N222383790.
NHTSA campaign 22V930000 · General Motors, LLC
Jul 23, 2021Electrical System, Propulsion SystemPark outsideGeneral Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017 to 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles previously recalled under NHTSA recall number 20V701. The high voltage battery could catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity.
Risk: A battery fire increases the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to take the following interim steps: Activate either the Hill Top Reserve (2017 and 2018 models) or Target Charge Level (2019 models) 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. Interim notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on August 13, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 13, 2021. Owners may contact the Bolt EV Concierge Team at 1 833 382 4389. GM's number for this recall is N212343880.
NHTSA campaign 21V560000 · General Motors, LLC
Nov 13, 2020Electrical System, Propulsion SystemPark outsideGeneral Motors LLC (GM) is recalling all 2017 to 2018 and certain 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. The high voltage battery could catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity.
Risk: A battery fire increases the risk of injury.
Fix: This recall has been superseded by recall number 21V560. Vehicles previously repaired under 20V701 will still need to have the new remedy under recall 21V560. GM will notify owners, and as an interim repair, beginning on November 17, 2020, dealers will reprogram the hybrid propulsion control module 2 (HPCM2) to limit the full charge to 90%, free of charge. Owners are advised to activate either the Hill Top Reserve (2017 and 2018 models) or Target Charge Level (2019 models) feature in their vehicle to limit the charge level to 90%, or park outside, until the software update is completed. Owners were notified of the interim repair beginning November 17, 2020. The second notice was mailed on May 11, 2021. Owners may contact the Bolt EV Concierge Team at 1 833 382 4389. GM's number for this recall is N202311730.
NHTSA campaign 20V701000 · General Motors LLC
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FAQ
Does the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.