General Motors Recalls Chevy Bolt Vehicles Over Fire Risk

General Motors announced the recall of 107 Chevy Bolt EV and EUV vehicles from model years 2020-2022 due to a significant fire risk. This decision comes after previous recalls related to similar issues, highlighting persistent safety concerns. The fire risk arises from faulty diagnostic software that may lead to fires when the vehicle's battery is fully charged. To mitigate risks, owners are instructed to park their vehicles outside and avoid charging them overnight. The company has communicated with affected owners, urging them to limit battery charging to 90 percent and to not allow the battery's range to fall below 70 miles. General Motors plans to rectify the situation by replacing lithium-ion battery modules in these vehicles. Affected owners will receive letters by December 16, informing them of necessary software and battery updates. This recall follows a more extensive action from three years prior when around 142,000 Bolt EVs were recalled over various battery defect concerns. It also coincides with another significant recall from Honda over similar fire risks related to high-pressure fuel pumps. Both incidents underscore the automotive industry's ongoing challenges with maintaining vehicle safety and reliability. Despite the heightened concerns, GM has stated there have been no reported fires related to the Bolt vehicles due to this issue as of now. As the automotive industry continues to grapple with safety concerns, this latest recall is a reminder of the importance of rigorous safety protocols in manufacturing vehicles.