Recall
Chevrolet Volt — 18V397000
NHTSA ID
18V397000
Make
Chevrolet
Model
Volt
Years Affected
2013
Recall Date
2018-06-14
Component
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Units Affected
4,606
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
18215
Summary
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.
Consequence
If the voltage drops, the vehicle may lose propulsion, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
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.