NHTSA Data Explorer
Chevrolet Bolt EV
Data refreshed October 26, 2026
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Complaints
978
Active records
Recalls
13
Active records
TSBs
1,314
Active records
Filing history
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Reported severity
Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.
Deaths
0
Injuries
18
Crashes
37
Fires
21
Top reported issues — Chevrolet Bolt EV
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Steering behavior
Operating state
Condition issue
Electrified system issue
Performance issue
Noise
Reporting mechanism
Thermal issue
Electrical issue
Driver assistance issue
Infotainment behavior
Charging behavior
Transmission/drivetrain behavior
Braking behavior
Powering on/off behavior
Engine behavior
Safety restraint issue
Recent change
Lighting behavior
Vibration/harshness
Safety restraint behavior
Ride/handling behavior
HVAC behavior
Access/entry issue
Fluid issue
Starting behavior
Smell
Wiper/washer behavior
Communication/network issue
Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2020 CHEVROLET BOLT EV
Filed Oct 21, 2026
Steering is stiff and fails to return to center. Problem is slowly getting worse.
2017 CHEVROLET BOLT EV
Filed Oct 13, 2026
The steering (rack and pinion) is dangerous. My previous 2019 bolt with 43000 miles handled great and this one (17 with 36xxx) I have to keep both hands on the wheel at all times because it pulls after a turn and the wheel doesn’t find center so I am constantly sawing at the steering wheel. At highway speeds this could become dangerous and cause an accident from an overcorrection. Steering has become stiff and almost like I have a bad alignment but it could go in either direction. I already had…
2023 CHEVROLET BOLT EV
Filed Oct 2, 2026
Reverse camera and infotainment system glitch, and doesn't work most of the time. This was known by the dealer which tried to repair it at least 3 occasions but problem still occur. Problem showed up after few months of purchase( bought brand new). This a safety concern since you cannot see if there's vehicle or people while reversing.
2017 CHEVROLET BOLT EV
Filed Sep 26, 2026
The steering rack is binding and has malfunctioned. The steering wheel does not return to center after turning and vibrates or wobbles while driving, which may impair steering control and makes the vehicle unsafe to drive. The problem was diagnosed and confirmed by a certified automotive repair shop. No warning lights or messages appeared. The only prior symptom was progressively worsening steering-wheel operation over time.
2017 CHEVROLET BOLT EV
Filed Sep 25, 2026
I have this exact issue with my car, this is service Bulletin No.: 21-NA-064 published on the NHTSA web site. The dealership wants to charge me hundreds of dollars to fix this problem, it is a software problem. This impacts safety as this heater is also necessary to safely defrost the windows. I have called GM and they are telling me they will not repair the software defect for free. This creates incentive for the car manufacturer to create bad software that will need updates. It's an…
2019 CHEVROLET BOLT EV
Filed Sep 21, 2026
I am reporting a recurring safety defect with our 2019 Chevrolet Bolt (~80,000 miles). On multiple occasions the left front wheel has overheated severely while driving, accompanied by a rapid, severe side-to-side steering wheel wobble and a burning smell. On XXX after ~35 miles of driving (10+ miles at 50-63 mph), the steering wheel began shaking. We had to pull over and drive slowly along the shoulder, stopping twice to let the wheel cool. The left front wheel measured 627.9°F, while other…
2019 CHEVROLET BOLT EV
Filed Sep 20, 2026
The steering wheel on my 2019 Chevy bolt is feeling stiff and harder to turn when making a right and left turn.
2019 CHEVROLET BOLT EV
Filed Sep 17, 2026
A rear passenger side door handle/latch stopped working. The door cannot be opened from the inside, only from the outside. It’s a safety issue and it has affected other 2019-2020 Bolts which resulted in their recall. Why not this one?
2018 CHEVROLET BOLT EV
Filed Sep 17, 2026
Steering has resistance and will not to return to center/neutral position without driver manipulation. I've never experienced this probelm with another car and See many other Chevrolet Bolt owners have experienced the same problem. IT definitely seems to be a design and /or assembly flaw. Local GM dealer service department insists it's an isolated issue. Very costly repair required.
2020 CHEVROLET BOLT EV
Filed Sep 16, 2026
Camera(s) stopped working altogether after intermittent issues. The vehicle has no functioning backup camera.