An apparatus and method providing for detecting and responding to low voltage electrolysis within an electric vehicle battery detecting and responding to low voltage electrolysis within an electric vehicle battery enclosure to limit a possible hazard condition of battery enclosure. The present invention includes embodiments directed towards detection algorithms and apparatus for promoting the use of sensors (e.g., hydrogen, voltage, current, and immersion sensors) for the purpose of detecting low voltage electrolysis. Additionally, the present invention includes response processes and structures to address low voltage electrolysis.