- The latest recall addresses the failed software fix for the previous Bolt EV fire recall
- The software fails to detect modules that need replacement
- The recall is limited to 107 Bolt EV and Bolt EUV models
General Motors is issuing a new recall for the Chevrolet Bolt EV due to concerns about the installation of diagnostic software to address a previous battery-fire recall. The software may have been installed incorrectly, leading to a failure in detecting defective battery modules that require replacement. This issue affects a total of 107 Bolt EV and Bolt EUV models.
2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV
This latest recall is the second one related to battery diagnostic software in Bolt EV models. GM had previously recalled the vehicles in July due to an issue with incomplete installation of the software in some cases.
According to GM, a customer complaint triggered this new recall when a 2022 Bolt EUV did not restrict charging as intended after an “evaluation period.” The company attributes this issue to a malfunction in the software programming tool but has not reported any incidents related to this specific problem.
Owners of affected vehicles are advised to follow specific instructions while waiting for a dealer appointment to reinstall the diagnostic software. GM plans to send out notification letters to owners on Dec. 16, and a dedicated Bolt EV Concierge Team can be contacted for assistance.
2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV
This recall is part of GM’s ongoing efforts to address battery-related issues in Bolt EV models, with a small subset of vehicles being affected. Owners may also be eligible for compensation as part of a class-action settlement against GM and the battery supplier.
Despite the recalls, the Chevrolet Bolt EV remained a popular choice among EV buyers, and GM has plans to release an updated model in the future.
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UPDATED with clarification from GM that the software issue relates to the ability to detect battery modules that need replacement.