NHTSA recall 18V-397 (18V397000)
hybrid propulsion system recall reported June 14, 2018 - about 4,606 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V397000
- Also written as
- 18V-397
- Manufacturer number
- 18215
- Reported
- June 14, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~4,606
- Component
- hybrid propulsion system
What is being recalled
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Chevrolet Volt vehicles. An update to the Hybrid Powertrain Control Module 2 (HPCM2) may have disabled the cell balancing function causing a low-voltage condition.
Why it is dangerous
If the voltage drops, the vehicle may lose propulsion, increasing the risk of crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the HPCM2, free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18215.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-397 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.