KNOWN FAULT · Opel

Ampera-e battery fire risk (as on the Chevrolet Bolt)

Sources are not verified in real time and no entry confirms that your car is affected.

Engine / equipment: Electric Opel Ampera-e (twin of the Chevrolet Bolt EV)
Period mentioned: 2017–2019
Symptoms: Risk of smoke, melting and fire in the battery pack, especially when charged close to 100%.
Possible cause described: Two rare manufacturing defects in the same cell (LG Chem). Recall of about 1,500 Ampera-e in Germany: first software limiting charge to 90%, then complete replacement of the battery modules.
Check for the garage: Check by VIN that the battery was replaced; until then, limit charging to 90% and do not park charging indoors.
Cost cited in the source: Free under the recall.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

Sources from the original database

Anonymous answer, no personal data.

How much does it cost to repair this fault?

Free under the recall.

A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

How is it checked?

Check by VIN that the battery was replaced; until then, limit charging to 90% and do not park charging indoors.

What are the symptoms?

Risk of smoke, melting and fire in the battery pack, especially when charged close to 100%.

Which cars and years does it affect?

Find garages near you and, before you say yes, check whether the quote is reasonable.

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