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2021
GM expands Bolt EV and Bolt EUV battery-fire recall
GM said it would conduct a recall covering 2017–2022 Chevrolet Bolt EVs and 2022 Bolt EUVs after GM and LG identified two rare manufacturing defects in the same battery cell as the root cause of battery fires. GM said it would replace defective battery modules and gave customers interim charging and parking instructions.
2021
General Motors recalls Chevrolet Bolt vehicles worldwide
General Motors recalled Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicles worldwide because of concerns that the battery could pose a fire risk. The article reports manufacturing defects and says Chevrolet will replace the battery modules in recalled vehicles.
2021
GM expands Chevrolet Bolt recall over fire risk
General Motors expanded its recall of Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicles over a high-voltage battery fire risk. The expanded recall covers 73,000 vehicles from model years 2019 through 2022.
2021
GM expands recall of Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicles
General Motors expanded its recall to cover all model years of Chevy Bolt electric vehicles because of a risk that battery cells could catch fire. The latest recall covers about 73,000 vehicles from model years 2019 through 2022, including just over 10,000 in Canada. The company said it would replace the battery modules in affected vehicles.
2021
GM reports Bolt EV recall costs in quarterly results
General Motors reported that the Chevrolet Bolt EV recall had reduced its second-quarter earnings by approximately $800 million. The article links the reported cost to a recall concerning fire risk and defective battery modules.
2021
GM announces second recall of Chevrolet Bolt EVs
General Motors announced a second recall covering about 69,000 2017–2019 Chevrolet Bolt EVs globally after identifying a battery-cell manufacturing defect that increases fire risk. GM said it would replace defective battery modules free of charge and asked affected owners to limit charging and take other precautions.
2021
GM recalls nearly 70,000 Chevrolet Bolt vehicles over fire risk
General Motors issued a second recall covering nearly 70,000 Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicles after receiving nine reports of batteries catching fire while the vehicles were parked. GM said it had not identified a fix and would replace battery modules or entire battery packs.
2021
Chevrolet announces second recall of 2017–2019 Bolt EVs
Chevrolet confirmed a second recall of 2017–2019 Bolt EVs after another battery defect was identified and two vehicles that had received the original recall fix subsequently caught fire. The planned repair is replacement of defective battery modules; owners are to be notified when parts are available. GM also asked owners to follow interim charging and parking precautions while awaiting repairs.
2021
GM recalls 410,019 Chevrolet and GMC trucks over airbags
General Motors said it was recalling 410,019 model-year 2015 and 2016 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pickup trucks because their side airbags were not safe for passengers. The article reports that the inflator end cap can detach and that three ruptures occurred the previous month.
2021
Chevrolet introduces Corvette IMSA GTLM Championship Edition
A report said Chevrolet introduced a limited-edition Corvette IMSA GTLM Championship Edition, to be sold in a run of 1,000 vehicles.
2021
Chevrolet announces Corvette model-year update
A report said Chevrolet released a model-year update for the Corvette, with three new exterior colors and an upgraded 6.2-liter naturally aspirated V8 engine.
2021
GM recall covers vehicles with faulty air-bag warning light
The U.S. government’s highway safety agency approved General Motors’ request to recall 285,622 vehicles across specified 2021 models because a software issue could cause the air-bag warning light to operate inconsistently. GM said it would update the vehicles’ software free of charge.
2021
Chevrolet announces higher starting prices for the 2022 Corvette
Chevrolet announced that the 2022 Corvette will start at $62,195, a $1,200 increase over the 2021 model; the convertible will start at $69,695, also $1,200 higher year over year.
2021
Chevrolet announces updates to the 2022 Corvette Stingray
Chevrolet announced updates for the 2022 Corvette Stingray, including changes to the engine fuel injection system and calibration, an expanded Active Fuel Management range, and optional aerodynamic components.
2021
NASCAR unveils Next Gen race car designs
NASCAR and its partners unveiled the Next Gen car designs on Wednesday afternoon; the car is expected to debut at the 2022 Daytona 500.
2021
GM announces recall of certain Chevrolet Bolt EVs for battery software update
General Motors said it would recall about 69,000 Chevrolet Bolt EVs from model years 2017–2019 equipped with batteries made at LG Energy Solution's South Korean factory. The planned recall includes installing diagnostic software and replacing battery module assemblies as necessary to address fire risks.
2021
GM announces Maps+ navigation system
GM announced Maps+, a new in-vehicle app-based navigation system for select model year 2018 and newer Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac vehicles. The article says it would roll out to approximately 900,000 vehicles on April 30.
2021
GM announces North American plant production suspensions and cuts
General Motors said it would suspend or extend production at several North American plants because of the continuing chip shortage. The company said three plants not previously affected by the shortage would stop or reduce production for one to two weeks.
2021
SAIC-GM announces plans for over 10 Ultium-based vehicles in China
At its 2021 technology experience event, SAIC-GM announced that it plans to introduce more than 10 China-made new-energy vehicle models based on the Ultium platform by 2025, covering its three brands.
2021
Recall of 30 Chevrolet Camaros over steering-wheel emblems
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued a safety recall covering 30 Chevrolet Camaros from model years 2017–2021 because the steering-wheel emblem could separate when the airbag deploys and become a projectile. General Motors said it had no reports of real-world separations or injuries; dealers will replace the affected modules at no charge.