The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·20V808000·Announced 2020-12-22

GM Recalls 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV for Brake Caliper Fracture Risk

General Motors is recalling 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles because a front left brake caliper may fracture, potentially reducing brake performance and increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (brake caliper fracture) that can lead to reduced brake performance and increased crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the front left brake caliper may have been improperly cast. This defect can cause the caliper to fracture during a high-pressure braking event.

If the brake caliper fractures and brake fluid is lost, the vehicle may experience reduced brake performance, which increases the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

Dealers will inspect the casting lot number on the front left brake caliper and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 29, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
CHEVROLET BOLT EV
Brand
CHEVROLET
Manufacturer
General Motors, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Brake System
Hazard
Affected units
464

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)

  • BOLT EV

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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