NHTSA Recall 20V808000: Caliper (service brakes)
General Motors, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 464 vehicles. It affects 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V808000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | N202321400 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › DISC › CALIPER |
| Report received | December 22, 2020 |
| Owner notification | January 29, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. These vehicles may have an improperly cast front left brake caliper that can fracture during a high-pressure braking event.
Safety risk
If a brake caliper fractures and brake fluid is lost, the vehicle may experience reduced brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the casting lot number on the front left brake caliper and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N202321400.
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 20V808000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet Bolt EV | 2020 |
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.