NHTSA Recall 16V915000
Filed by Bluecar SAS. Component: Electrical System. Reported 2016-12-21. An estimated 235 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
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.
What the manufacturer will do
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.