Recall 16V042000: 2016 Bluecar Bluecar

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Jan 27, 2016
Vehicles affected
202
Models
1
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

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.

The risk

If the vehicle loses power, it can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

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.

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.

Affected vehicles

  • 2016 Bluecar Bluecar

Details

NHTSA campaign
16V042000
Manufacturer campaign
Software Shut Off
Manufacturer
Bluecar SAS
Owner letters
Mar 8, 2016
Components
Electrical system:software (Electrical System)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology