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Chevrolet Volt Problems, Recalls and Owner Complaints by Model Year
Across 8 model years, NHTSA lists 11 recalls and 1,822 owner complaints for the Chevrolet Volt. Newest model year first. Data as of October 25, 2026.
Chevrolet Volt by model year
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Chevrolet Volt | 2 | 34 | |
| 2018 Chevrolet Volt | 2 | 225 | |
| 2017 Chevrolet Volt | 0 | 703 | |
| 2016 Chevrolet Volt | 1 | 170 | |
| 2015 Chevrolet Volt | 1 | 44 | |
| 2014 Chevrolet Volt | 0 | 93 | |
| 2013 Chevrolet Volt | 3 | 308 | |
| 2012 Chevrolet Volt | 2 | 245 |
Model years with no recall and fewer than three complaints are not listed. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. All Chevrolet models.
Chevrolet Volt: questions owners ask
Which Chevrolet Volt year has the most problems?
By owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the Chevrolet Volt model years with the most are the 2017 (703), 2013 (308) and 2012 (245). Newer model years have had less time on the road, so their counts are naturally lower; compare years of a similar age.
Which Chevrolet Volt years have the fewest complaints?
Leaving out the newest model years (too new to compare), the fewest owner complaints were filed for the 2019 (34), 2015 (44) and 2014 (93), out of 8 model years from 2012 to 2019. A low count can also mean that year sold fewer cars.
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Volt have?
NHTSA lists recalls for 6 Chevrolet Volt model years, 11 in total when counted per model year (one recall often covers several years). The years with the most are the 2013 (3), 2012 (2) and 2018 (2). Check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Which Chevrolet Volt years have the most check engine light complaints?
203 owner complaints across 5 Chevrolet Volt model years describe the check engine light coming on. The most were filed for the 2017 (123), 2018 (38) and 2016 (28) model years, out of 5 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Volt years have the most stalling complaints?
183 owner complaints across 8 Chevrolet Volt model years describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. The most were filed for the 2017 (83), 2018 (28) and 2016 (21) model years, out of 8 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Volt years have the most airbag complaints?
175 owner complaints across 3 Chevrolet Volt model years describe airbag warning lights or airbag faults. The most were filed for the 2013 (98), 2012 (58) and 2014 (19) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Volt years have the most emissions system complaints?
172 owner complaints across 3 Chevrolet Volt model years describe emissions faults such as DPF, EGR, catalytic converter, AdBlue/DEF or NOx sensor problems. The most were filed for the 2017 (120), 2018 (29) and 2016 (23) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Volt years have the most no-start complaints?
63 owner complaints across 3 Chevrolet Volt model years describe the car failing to start. The most were filed for the 2017 (41), 2016 (13) and 2018 (9) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Volt years have the most battery drain complaints?
37 owner complaints across 3 Chevrolet Volt model years describe a dead or draining battery. The most were filed for the 2017 (25), 2018 (8) and 2014 (4) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.