2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV steering problems
123 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV — 36% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I am reporting a potential steering system safety defect involving my 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV. The problem began at approximately 22,800 miles. The steering wheel developed a grinding noise, a noticeable catching/binding sensation when turned, and would not return to center normally after a turn…”
filed Sep 1, 2026
“The steering rack on the Chevrolet Bolt EV does not return to center on turns. Over the course of the past 25k miles, my particular model has slowly began to lock up on deep turns. This occurs on sharp rights, lefts, and on both on and off ramps - especially the ones that loop around. The steering…”
filed Aug 30, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Steering problems in other Bolt EV years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Bolt EV | 17 | 28% |
| 2022 Bolt EV | 4 | 7% |
| 2021 Bolt EV | 9 | 13% |
| 2020 Bolt EV | 22 | 13% |
| 2019 Bolt EV | 45 | 26% |
| 2018 Bolt EV | 38 | 43% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.