GM Recalls 107 Bolt Vehicles Due to Fire Risk

General Motors Co (NYSE:GM) is recalling 107 Bolt EV and EUV vehicles from the 2020-2022 model years due to potential fire risks. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced on Tuesday that the recall affects Bolt vehicles that have undergone previous repairs.

The safety concern arises from the possibility that advanced diagnostic software, designed to manage battery performance, may not have been correctly installed during prior repairs. This issue could pose a fire hazard when the vehicle's battery is charged to full or near full capacity.

In response to this issue, the NHTSA has published guidance for owners of the recalled vehicles. The regulatory agency advises vehicle owners not to charge the battery beyond 90% of its capacity, to avoid allowing the battery's range to drop below 112.65 kilometers, and to refrain from charging their electric vehicles (EV) indoors overnight.

General Motors has not yet issued a statement regarding the recall or provided a specific plan to address the software installation issue. Owners of the affected Bolt EV and EUV models are advised to follow the precautions set by the NHTSA while awaiting further instructions from GM on the resolution of this matter.