CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
- Problem
- Bluecar SAS (Bluecar) is recalling certain 2016 Bluecar vehicles manufactured April 24, 2015, to April 19, 2016. In heavy rain or snow, water may leak into the high voltage connector between the battery and the engine possibly resulting in the engine shutting down.
- Risk
- An uncontrolled engine shutdown may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Bluecar has already notified owners, and technicians have applied grease on both ends of the connector, free of charge. The recall has already been completed. Owners may contact Bluecar customer service at 1-972 757-7251.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2016 Bluecar vehicles built between April 24, 2015 and April 19, 2016 may let water seep into the high voltage connector between the traction battery and the engine during heavy rain or snow. This can cause the engine to shut down unexpectedly while driving.
An uncontrolled engine shutdown can increase the risk of a crash. The manufacturer has already notified owners, and the remedy is free: technicians apply grease to both ends of the high voltage connector. According to the notice, this recall has already been completed.
If you own a 2016 Bluecar, check whether your vehicle falls within the affected build dates and confirm the repair was done. You can contact Bluecar customer service at 1-972 757-7251, and check your VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
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