The 2022 Bolt EUV is GM's enlarged electric crossover with a 65 kWh battery pack that suffered from significant battery fire recall issues shared across the Bolt platform, but newer '22+ packs show improvement. As a pure EV, it has no engine/transmission in the traditional sense, so focus shifts to electric drive unit, battery management, and 12V electrical gremlins.
Battery Pack Replacement Due to Fire Risk Recall
Occasional · high severity
Symptoms: NHTSA recall notices for battery modules with manufacturing defects, Battery management system warnings or reduced charge capacity, Vehicle may be software-limited to 80% charge until replacement completed
Fix: Complete battery pack replacement under recall at dealer, 8-12 hours labor but covered by GM warranty extension. Post-2022 production packs appear to have corrected manufacturing issues. Check if your specific VIN has had the recall completed.
Estimated cost: $0 (warranty/recall)
12V Battery Premature Failure
Common · medium severity
Typical onset: 15,000-40,000 mi
Symptoms: Vehicle won't start or 'ready' despite full high-voltage battery, Infotainment system glitches or total loss of accessory power, Warning messages about 12V system or 'Service Vehicle Soon', Keyless entry fails intermittently
Fix: Replace 12V auxiliary battery (AGM type), 0.5 hours labor. The DC-DC converter that charges this battery from the main pack can stress it more than traditional alternators. Some owners see failure inside 2 years. Battery is located under hood, straightforward access.
Estimated cost: $250-400
Electric Drive Unit Bearing Noise
Occasional · medium severity
Typical onset: 30,000-70,000 mi
Symptoms: Whining, humming, or grinding noise from front axle that changes with speed, Noise most noticeable during regen braking or acceleration, No loss of power initially but can progress to vibration
Fix: Drive unit removal and bearing replacement or full drive unit swap, 6-8 hours labor. GM has issued some TSBs for early noise complaints. Under powertrain warranty through 60k mi, expensive out-of-pocket if past coverage. Requires specialized EV safety procedures.
Estimated cost: $2,800-5,500
Inverter/Onboard Charger Faults
Rare · high severity
Symptoms: Reduced propulsion power or 'Propulsion Power Reduced' message, Failure to charge from Level 2 EVSE despite proper connection, Intermittent loss of drive capability requiring restart, Check engine light with high-voltage system codes
Fix: Inverter or onboard charger module replacement, 4-6 hours labor. These units are integrated into the drive unit assembly on Bolts. Diagnosis requires high-voltage certification and GM scan tools. Often warranty-covered if under 60k mi.
Estimated cost: $3,500-6,000
Thermal Management System Coolant Leaks
Occasional · medium severity
Typical onset: 40,000-80,000 mi
Symptoms: Orange coolant (Dex-Cool) visible under vehicle, Battery cooling warnings or reduced fast-charge speeds, Low coolant warnings on dash, Overheating messages during DC fast charging
Fix: Battery coolant system uses separate orange Dex-Cool circuit. Common leak points are hose connections at battery pack or coolant reservoir. Diagnosis and repair ranges from simple hose clamp tightening (0.5 hrs) to pack plate seal replacement (8+ hrs). Must evacuate high-voltage system for pack work.
Estimated cost: $200-2,500
Infotainment System Freezing and Glitches
Common · low severity
Symptoms: Touchscreen unresponsive or slow to respond, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto disconnect randomly, Navigation freezes or map fails to load, Backup camera black screen or delayed image
Fix: Usually resolved with software updates at dealer (1 hr labor) or hard reboot by holding power/home buttons. Persistent issues may need ICU (infotainment control unit) replacement, 2-3 hrs labor. Check for available TSB updates first—GM has issued multiple software patches.
Estimated cost: $150-1,200
Owner tips
Keep the 12V battery on a trickle charger if vehicle sits unused for more than a week—the always-on systems drain it faster than traditional cars
Use DC fast charging sparingly in hot weather to reduce thermal stress on battery pack and extend pack life
Complete all recall checks before purchasing used—battery recall completion significantly affects resale value and safety
Schedule software updates annually at dealer—many driveability and charge issues are resolved through OTA or dealer reflashes
Solid EV choice if battery recall is confirmed complete and you're within powertrain warranty; avoid higher-mileage examples without extended EV component coverage due to expensive drive unit and inverter repair costs.
AI-assisted summary drawn from NHTSA recall data, our labor-times database, and platform knowledge. Not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection on a specific vehicle.
Fitment notes: H6 Group 48; 12V auxiliary battery for vehicle accessories; main traction battery is 65 kWh lithium-ion
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Every control module on the 2022-2026 Chevrolet Bolt EUV — where it lives, replacement time, and what it takes to program a replacement. Modules marked dealer / factory tool won't work after a part swap alone — budget for programming.
Drive Unit Control Module (DUCM)3.5 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Integrated with electric drive unit, front of vehicle under hood
🔧 GM SPS2 / Techline Connect
⚠️ Controls electric motor/generator; not a traditional ECM but serves equivalent role. Drive unit removal required for module access.
Battery Energy Control Module (BECM)2.5 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Under rear seat, mounted on top of battery pack
🔧 GM SPS2 / Techline Connect
⚠️ Primary powertrain controller for EV; manages battery pack, thermal system, and drive unit. Replacement requires battery isolation procedure and high-voltage safety protocols.
Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning Control Module (HVAC)2.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind center stack, integrated with HVAC unit
🔧 GM SPS2 / Techline Connect
⚠️ Controls electric heat pump system unique to EV. Calibration required for proper thermal management.
Electric Power Steering Control Module (EPSCM)2.0 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Integrated with steering column assembly, below instrument panel
🔧 GM SPS2 / Techline Connect
⚠️ Steering angle sensor calibration required after replacement or steering system service.
📍 Under hood, near 12V auxiliary battery on right side
🔧 GM SPS2 / Techline Connect
⚠️ Manages DC-DC converter and 12V auxiliary battery charging from high-voltage system. EV-specific module.
Rear Vision Camera Module (RVCM)0.4 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Integrated with rear camera assembly, liftgate handle area
🔧 GM SPS2 or Autel
⚠️ Standard equipment. Camera calibration typically automatic; configuration may be needed for guidelines.
Aftermarket tool coverage varies by software version and vehicle build — treat "aftermarket tool" rows as "usually possible" and verify against your tool maker's coverage list before promising a customer. Spot a wrong location or hour? Tell us — corrections ship fast here.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2022 Bolt EUV vehicles previously repaired under Recall 21V-650. The installation of advanced diagnostic software may have failed. As such, the high voltage battery could catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity.
Consequence: A battery fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to take the following interim steps: Set the Target Charge Level feature in their vehicle to limit the charge level to 90%, charge their vehicle more frequently, avoid depleting the battery to 70 miles range remaining, park outside after charging, and do not charge the vehicle indoors overnight. Dealers will reinstall advanced diagnostic software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2024. Owners may contact the Bolt EV Concierge Team at 1-833-382-4389. GM's number for this recall is N242470160.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV vehicles that were previously remedied under recall number 21V-650. The advanced diagnostic software may have been incorrectly installed and fail to detect defective battery modules, possibly resulting in a battery fire.
Consequence: A battery fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to take the following interim steps: Set the Target Charge Level feature in their vehicle to limit the charge level to 90%, charge their vehicle more frequently, avoid depleting the battery to 70 miles range remaining, park outside after charging, and do not charge the vehicle indoors overnight. Dealers will reinstall the advanced diagnostic software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 1, 2024. Owners may contact the Bolt EV Concierge Team at 1-833-382-4389. GM's numbers for this recall are N242443000 and N242443002.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV vehicles. The high voltage battery could catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity.
Consequence: A battery fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to take the following interim steps: Set the Target Charge Level feature in their vehicle to limit the charge level to 90%, charge their vehicle more frequently, avoid depleting the battery to 70 miles range remaining, park outside after charging, and do not charge the vehicle indoors overnight. Defective battery modules will be replaced by GM, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 1, 2021 and June 23, 2023. Owners may contact the Bolt EV Concierge Team at 1-833-382-4389. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall 21V-560. GM's number for this recall is N212345940.
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL · 21V517000
2021-07-08
General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and Bolt EUV vehicles. One of the two fasteners that secure the driver's frontal air bag to the steering wheel may be missing or improperly tightened.
Consequence: An improperly installed air bag may not deploy properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the driver-side air bag fasteners. If the fasteners cannot be tightened properly, the air bag assembly will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 29, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212340860.
Wiper blades
EUV crossover has rear wiper. Same fitment 2022-2023.
Size-standard part numbers — verify your connector type before buying. Rear blades are model-specific; check the package's vehicle list.
Fuel economy figures are EPA data via fueleconomy.gov (median across matching trims). Performance figures are compiled estimates for the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV 65 kWh Single Motor FWD and can vary by trim.
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