NHTSA Recall 15V145000
NHTSA Campaign Id 15V145000; Date: Mar. 13, 2015
If the engine runs for an extended period of time in an enclosed space, there may be a build up of carbon monoxide, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2011 Chevrolet Volt; 2012 Chevrolet Volt; 2013 Chevrolet Volt
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline
Manufactured by: General Motors Llc
Affected Units:: 50,236
Recall Summary:
General motors LLC (gm) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 volt vehicles manufactured August 25, 2010, to June 26, 2013. If the driver exits the vehicle without turning off the electrical system, the battery may drain low enough that the gasoline engine will automatically start itself to recharge the electric battery.
How to Fix:
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine management software to limit the time that the stationary vehicle can be left in the on position, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. Gm's number for this recall is 14617.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 15, 2015
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