Chevrolet Volt Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Chevrolet Volt — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019Best | Excellent | 1 | 25 | 2 | 2 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2018 | Good | 1 | 204 | 5 | 2 | — | Power Train | Full report → |
| 2017Worst | Avoid | — | 623 | 10 | 10 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2016 | Good | 1 | 144 | 3 | 3 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2015 | Excellent | 1 | 40 | — | — | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2014 | Excellent | — | 61 | 8 | 1 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2013 | Caution | 1 | 222 | 5 | 9 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2012 | Good | 1 | 176 | 7 | 11 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2011 | Excellent | — | 36 | 3 | 3 | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
9 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Chevrolet Volt Problems
Based on 1,531 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
Volt Years to Avoid
Best Volt Years to Buy
Not enough data to identify standout low-problem years.
Years with fewest complaints and recalls.
Chevrolet Volt Problems by Year
Frequently Asked Questions — Chevrolet Volt Reliability
What year Volt has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2017 Chevrolet Volt had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 623 complaints and 0 safety recalls. See the full 2017 report for specific defects.
Is the Chevrolet Volt reliable?
The Chevrolet Volt has accumulated 1,531 owner-filed complaints and 6 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. The 2019 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used Volt.
What are the most common Volt problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Electrical System (387 reports), Fuel/Propulsion System (252 reports), Power Train (221 reports), Engine (197 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my Volt has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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