Glad I Bought The i3 Instead Of A Chevy Bolt

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All of the Chevy Bolts being recalled because of battery fires. I almost bought one instead of my 2021 i3. They both had high rebates and the Bolt would have been cheaper, but my quality senses were tingling, saying don't do it.

https://www.thedrive.com/news/42088/every-single-2019-2022-chevy-bolt-has-now-been-recalled

From what I understand, Samsung makes our i3 battery, is that correct? Versus LG Chem for the volt battery.

This is an interesting excerpt from the article: "The separator material is a membrane responsible for allowing ions to move through the cell while keeping the anode and cathode materials separate. The separator is porous and also very thin to achieve this task. However, if it fails, it can lead to an internal short circuit, with the accompanying rapid heat build up and likely fire. Thus, if the delicate separator material is folded or otherwise not as it should be, it could lead to issues."

Silly question, but could a collision or lots of use over bumpy roads eventually cause this as well? Or would it have to be solely a manufacturers defect?

Would create lines at charging stations if we all got into this scenario below.

"In the meantime, the company advised those impacted to set their vehicles to a 90% state of charge limitation, charge their cars more frequently and avoid depleting their battery below 70 miles. The company is also urging owners to take their vehicles outside immediately after charging and to not leave Bolts charging indoors overnight."

https://www.foxbusiness.com/lifestyle/gm-recalls-all-chevy-bolts-over-battery-fires
 
Thanks for catching that. I'm so used to calling the damn thing a Volt, I frequently screw it up.
 
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