Is the Chevrolet Volt Reliable?
2011–2019 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Chevrolet Volt Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | 25 | 2 | — | 69 | Good |
| 2018 | 1 | 204 | 2 | — | 64 | Fair |
| 2017 | 0 | 623 | 10 | — | 65 | Good |
| 2016 | 1 | 144 | 3 | — | 64 | Fair |
| 2015 | 1 | 40 | — | — | 65 | Good |
| 2014 | 0 | 61 | 1 | — | 70 | Good |
| 2013 | 1 | 222 | 9 | — | 61 | Fair |
| 2012 | 1 | 176 | 11 | — | 60 | Fair |
| 2011 | 0 | 36 | 3 | — | 69 | Good |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Volt Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Volt scores 9 points below the average hybrid. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Chevrolet Volt Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 1531 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Chevrolet Volt reliable?+
The Chevrolet Volt scores 65/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 9 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 6 recall campaigns and 1531 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Volt is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2014 Volt achieved the highest reliability score of 70/100 with 0 recalls and 61 complaints.
How many miles does a Volt last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Chevrolet Volt owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Volt will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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