My 2013 Volt, base model, was until today, the best car I've ever owned. Found out the EBCM was throwing the C012E and C12FE codes. There was never an ABS, SES or any other visible indication of a problem.
That said, this is how we ended up here.
All three motor mounts were replaced because we felt a thud when we moved from Park to Reverse or Drive, when touching the brake, or when taking your foot off the throttle in any mode. The mounts were all three indeed worn out. Very worn out.
However, that revealed a remaining issue. Just touching the brakes in any mode, the car would buck or it felt as if the ABS was trying to kick in. All the other thuds are gone.
The car showed the above mentioned codes. Tech says the EBCM is bad. Guess what? The part number 19435410 is discontinued as of May this year and not a single dealer in the US or Canada has one. I even called GM directly to confirm. They would not provide the manufacturer name.
So, GM has essentially turned my favorite car into a brick. I'm stuck with a great car that I can no longer drive. It has 130k miles, still gets nearly 40 miles of electric range when it's not hot outside (Florida) and is now undriveable.
I understand the 10 year rule for parts, but there's usually some stock available, and an avenue for aftermarket, but not in this case.
Thanks, GM.
I've been a brand loyal GM customer for over 40 years and probably 40 plus vehicles, and I feel completely betrayed.
Beware Volt buyers, and I suppose GM buyers in general. It appears there are many parts that are particular to the Volt that either have, or will be discontinued and you will be left with no where to run and no one to turn to. There are no after market avenues.
I am researching the possibly of having the module repaired, but I'm not holding out much hope for that.
Used is not an option, because once the EBCM is flashed with a VIN, it cannot be nulled and refreshed. Thanks again GM.
Any suggestions on a rebuild or a new part hiding on a shelf would be amazing.
That said, this is how we ended up here.
All three motor mounts were replaced because we felt a thud when we moved from Park to Reverse or Drive, when touching the brake, or when taking your foot off the throttle in any mode. The mounts were all three indeed worn out. Very worn out.
However, that revealed a remaining issue. Just touching the brakes in any mode, the car would buck or it felt as if the ABS was trying to kick in. All the other thuds are gone.
The car showed the above mentioned codes. Tech says the EBCM is bad. Guess what? The part number 19435410 is discontinued as of May this year and not a single dealer in the US or Canada has one. I even called GM directly to confirm. They would not provide the manufacturer name.
So, GM has essentially turned my favorite car into a brick. I'm stuck with a great car that I can no longer drive. It has 130k miles, still gets nearly 40 miles of electric range when it's not hot outside (Florida) and is now undriveable.
I understand the 10 year rule for parts, but there's usually some stock available, and an avenue for aftermarket, but not in this case.
Thanks, GM.
I've been a brand loyal GM customer for over 40 years and probably 40 plus vehicles, and I feel completely betrayed.
Beware Volt buyers, and I suppose GM buyers in general. It appears there are many parts that are particular to the Volt that either have, or will be discontinued and you will be left with no where to run and no one to turn to. There are no after market avenues.
I am researching the possibly of having the module repaired, but I'm not holding out much hope for that.
Used is not an option, because once the EBCM is flashed with a VIN, it cannot be nulled and refreshed. Thanks again GM.
Any suggestions on a rebuild or a new part hiding on a shelf would be amazing.
