Fvevol.sys BSoD: 5 ways to fix this error

Implement these methods to resolve the BSOD error.

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Fvevol.sys is a part of the BitLocker Drive Encryption Driver file developed by Microsoft that is required for the proper functioning of Windows. Several of our readers have reported a sudden BSoD crash on their system that displays an error message- System thread exception not handled. What failed: fvevol.sys.

Why do I encounter the fvevol.sys BSoD error?

There are several possible reasons for the BSOD error triggered due to fvevol.sys. Some of them are:

Now that we know what we’re dealing with, let’s perform the solutions below to fix the problem.

How do I fix the fvevol.sys BSoD error on Windows?

Try these workarounds before moving on to the advanced solutions explained a little later.

If these methods did not help bypass the fvevol.sys BSoD screen, try the below methods.

1. Boot your PC in Safe Mode

In Safe Mode, your PC functions with a limited set of files, apps, and drivers. Now you can execute the troubleshooting methods listed below to get past the constant fvevol.sys BSoD loop.

2. Run SFC and DISM scan

The SFC scan and DISM tool will analyze your protected system files to identify and restore damaged or corrupt instances.

3. Disable BitLocker Recovery

4. Perform System Restore

Performing a system restore will roll back all the damage caused by a recent change made to your computer, such as the installation of a buggy update, and resolving the pesky fvevol.sys BSoD error.

5. Re-install Windows

Reinstalling Windows will reset all the misconfigured settings and will restore the system files to the default state, fixing the fvevol.sys BSoD error.

So, these are the fixes that you should implement to get past the never-ending BSoD loop because of fvevol.sys failure.

In case you also encounter theHswultpep.sys BSODerror, refer to this guide to easily resolve the problem.

Which of these methods worked in your case, do let us know in the comments.

Fvevol.sys BSoD: 5 ways to fix this error#

Why do I encounter the fvevol.sys BSoD error?#

How do I fix the fvevol.sys BSoD error on Windows?#

1. Boot your PC in Safe Mode#

2. Run SFC and DISM scan#

3. Disable BitLocker Recovery#

4. Perform System Restore#

5. Re-install Windows#