[Joe67]

Just took my 2011 California Volt in because I can no longer charge via any charger outside the car, ICE and regen, yes, external plug, no. So they called and said the port itself is bad and will cost $750 to fix... Really? Not covered under any warranty because I am at 110,000 miles...

Sounds normal. Get the part number of the part and start calling salvage yards. Maybe ebay.

2012 Premium - Red

 

[Joe67]

At least now we know the 150K/10 year *battery* warranty (available in CARB states) doesn't cover the charge port. I didn't think it would, but am always hoping for a surprise to the upside.

It is 100K/8 years in every state except California. Slightly longer in California, maybe 110K miles/10 years I believe?
This item is covered by the Voltec warranty.

 

[Joe67]

You realize some of that $750 is labor and markup (profit) for the service department. Shop around.

And before you plunk down that dash, get a flashlight and small screwdriver and make sure the connections on both the EVSE and plus sides are clean. I once had a moth kamikaze himself towards the EVSE cord light and cause my car to stop charging. A screwdriver to work th dead bug parts loose and a couple of squirts of compressed air dodo the trick. Make sure it isn't something physical on the outside before you go tearing into the inside of the charge port.

Good tip right here. How much effort is required to replace this part? Good on Sparty above sharing the part number.

 

[Joe67]

FWIW: According to the service manual, you are supposed to disable the High Voltage prior to replacing this Charge Port Housing. It can be accessed once the Front Wheelhouse Rear Liner is removed...

Seems like a decent DIY job.

 

[Joe67]

Thanks very much for the perspectives and info... I'm not great with a screw driver in my hand, it is what it is, but maybe I'll take a took like was suggested and try another dealership as well. I'll update when I have more... Oh and by the way, it's not covered under warranty : /

Good luck and keep us posted