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NHTSA 15V145000 United States

Chevrolet Volt recall: Electrical System:ignition

Official safety recall 15V145000 published by NHTSA.

High risk

Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.

Campaign15V145000
ComponentElectrical System:ignition
Report date2015-03-13
ManufacturerGeneral Motors LLC
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Affected vehicles

VehicleModel yearMarket
Chevrolet Volt2011United States
Chevrolet Volt2012United States
Chevrolet Volt2013United States

The problem

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Volt vehicles manufactured August 25, 2010, to June 26, 2013. If the driver exits the vehicle without turning off the electrical system, the battery may drain low enough that the gasoline engine will automatically start itself to recharge the electric battery.

If the engine runs for an extended period of time in an enclosed space, there may be a build up of carbon monoxide, increasing the risk of personal injury.

The official remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine management software to limit the time that the stationary vehicle can be left in the ON position, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14617.