NHTSA Recall 15V145000: Ignition (electrical system) and gasoline (engine and engine cooling)
General Motors LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 50,236 vehicles. It affects 2011–2013 Chevrolet Volt.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V145000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 14617 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › IGNITION; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › GASOLINE |
| Report received | March 13, 2015 |
| Owner notification | April 15, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Volt vehicles manufactured August 25, 2010, to June 26, 2013. If the driver exits the vehicle without turning off the electrical system, the battery may drain low enough that the gasoline engine will automatically start itself to recharge the electric battery.
Safety risk
If the engine runs for an extended period of time in an enclosed space, there may be a build up of carbon monoxide, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine management software to limit the time that the stationary vehicle can be left in the ON position, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14617.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 15V145000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.