Recall 15V145000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

Report Date
20150313
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Affected Vehicles
3 models

Defect Description

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.

Safety Consequence

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.

Remedy

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2011 CHEVROLET VOLT
2012 CHEVROLET VOLT
2013 CHEVROLET VOLT

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.