NHTSA Recall 16V042000: Software (electrical system)
Bluecar SAS reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 202 vehicles. It affects 2016 Bluecar Bluecar.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V042000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | Software Shut Off |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE |
| Report received | January 27, 2016 |
| Owner notification | March 8, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Bluecar SAS (Bluecar) is recalling certain model year 2016 Bluecar vehicles manufactured June 7, 2015, to December 15, 2015. The power train software of the affected vehicles may shut down power to the car after certain driving conditions such as high acceleration with immediate release of the accelerator, or harsh braking action.
Safety risk
If the vehicle loses power, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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. Bluecar's number for this recall is Software Shut Off.
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 16V042000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Bluecar Bluecar | 2016 |
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.