2016 Bluecar Bluecar — Electrical system: software
Published January 27, 2016 · Recall initiated: January 27, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16V042000, published January 27, 2016. Recalling firm: Bluecar SAS; 2016 Bluecar Bluecar — Electrical system: software.
What's the hazard
Bluecar SAS (Bluecar) is recalling certain model year 2016 Bluecar vehicles manufactured June 7, 2015, to December 15, 2015. The power train software of the affected vehicles may shut down power to the car after certain driving conditions such as high acceleration with immediate release of the accelerator, or harsh braking action.
What to do
Bluecar notified the owner of the fleet of vehicles, and all affected vehicles have received corrected power train software, free of charge. The recall was completed on December 23, 2015. Bluecar's number for this recall is Software Shut Off.
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Recall details
- Brand
- BLUECAR
- Model
- BLUECAR
- Manufacturer
- Bluecar SAS
- Lot
- 2016 BLUECAR BLUECAR
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2016 Bluecar Bluecar — Electrical system: software recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V042000 on January 27, 2016. Reported hazard: Bluecar SAS (Bluecar) is recalling certain model year 2016 Bluecar vehicles manufactured June 7, 2015, to December 15, 2015. The power train software of the affected vehicles may shut down power to the car after certain driving conditions such as high acceleration with immediate release of the accelerator, or harsh braking action.
What should I do if I have this product?
Bluecar notified the owner of the fleet of vehicles, and all affected vehicles have received corrected power train software, free of charge. The recall was completed on December 23, 2015. Bluecar's number for this recall is Software Shut Off.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: BLUECAR. Model: BLUECAR.