The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·16V915000·Announced 2016-12-21

Bluecar Recalls 2016 Models for High Voltage Connector Water Leak Risk

Bluecar is recalling 235 2016 vehicles because water may leak into the high voltage connector in heavy rain or snow, potentially causing the engine to shut down.

What this means for you

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 an uncontrolled engine shutdown may increase the risk of a crash, but no injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Bluecar SAS is recalling certain 2016 Bluecar vehicles manufactured between April 24, 2015, and April 19, 2016. The recall involves 235 vehicles affected by a defect in the electrical propulsion system.

In heavy rain or snow, water may leak into the high voltage connector located between the battery and the engine. This water intrusion can result in the engine shutting down unexpectedly. An uncontrolled engine shutdown may increase the risk of a crash.

Bluecar has already notified owners, and technicians have applied grease to both ends of the connector free of charge. The recall has already been completed. Owners may contact Bluecar customer service at 1-972 757-7251 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
BLUECAR BLUECAR
Brand
BLUECAR
Manufacturer
Bluecar SAS
Category
Vehicle — Electric Vehicle
Hazard
Affected units
235

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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