The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighNHTSA·16V042000·Announced 2016-01-27

Bluecar Recalls 2016 Models for Power Train Software Shutdown Risk

Bluecar is recalling 2016 models because power train software may shut down power to the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where the software defect can cause loss of power and increase the risk of a crash, but no specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Bluecar SAS is recalling certain model year 2016 Bluecar vehicles manufactured between June 7, 2015, and December 15, 2015. The recall addresses a defect in the power train software that may shut down power to the car after specific driving conditions, such as high acceleration with immediate release of the accelerator or harsh braking action.

If the vehicle loses power, it can increase the risk of a crash. Bluecar notified the owner of the fleet of vehicles, and all affected vehicles have received corrected power train software, free of charge. The recall was completed on December 23, 2015.

Owners may contact Bluecar or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) for more information. The recall number is Software Shut Off.

The recalled product

Product
BLUECAR BLUECAR
Brand
BLUECAR
Manufacturer
Bluecar SAS
Category
Vehicle — Electric Vehicle
Hazard
Affected units
202

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • BLUECAR

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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