#GM extends recall to cover all Chevy Bolts due to fire risk
“#GM extends recall to cover all Chevy Bolts due to fire risk”
The recall raises questions about lithium ion batteries, which now are used in nearly all electric vehicles. President Joe Biden wants to convert 50% of the U.S. vehicle fleet from internal combustion to electricity by 2050 as part of a broader effort to fight climate change.
The recall announced Friday adds about 73,000 Bolts from the 2019 through 2022 model years to a previous recall of 69,000 older Bolts.
GM says that in rare cases the batteries have two manufacturing defects that can cause fires.
The Detroit-based automaker says it will replace the battery modules in all the vehicles.
The move will cost the company about $1 billion.
GM issues 2nd Bolt recall; faulty batteries can cause fires
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