General Motors expanded its battery recall in August 2021 to include every 2017-2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and Bolt EUV — approximately 142,000 vehicles — after GM and LG identified two rare manufacturing defects in the same battery cell as the root cause of fires, according to NHTSA. Owners were advised to park outside and away from structures, limit charging to 90 percent, and not deplete the battery below approximately 70 miles of remaining range.
Operator takeaway
The Bolt recall was the first mass EV battery recall that directly affected tow yards and storage lots — if a recalled Bolt is on your property, it is a fire risk whether it is charging or not.