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NHTSA recall 18V397000

Hybrid Propulsion System · General Motors, LLC

June 14, 2018report date
4,606units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: An update to the hybrid powertrain control module 2 (hpcm2) may have disabled the cell balancing function causing a low-voltage condition.

Why it matters: If the voltage drops, the vehicle may lose propulsion, increasing the risk of crash.

The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the hpcm2, free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2018.

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

All model years NHTSA lists

2013 Chevrolet Volt.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 18V397000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.