2016 Chevrolet Volt electrical system problems
77 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2016 Chevrolet Volt — 46% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I purchased the above-listed 2016 Chevrolet Volt through Carvana, relying on the contractual promise that the BECM was covered under Special Coverage N232432680 for up to 15yrs or 150k miles. The vehicle has suffered persistent, severe mechanical and electrical issues resulting in a prolonged loss…”
filed Jun 22, 2026
“I have a 2016 Chevy volt. It had to be towed to a Chevy dealership because it will not drive. The BECM module has failed, as is apparently the case with so many volt owners. GM, as a result of lawsuits about this car, extended the warrantee to fix the issue, but my vin number is not included in the…”
filed Mar 20, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Electrical System problems in other Volt years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Volt | 11 | 32% |
| 2018 Volt | 85 | 39% |
| 2017 Volt | 307 | 44% |
| 2015 Volt | 18 | 42% |
| 2014 Volt | 27 | 29% |
| 2013 Volt | 63 | 20% |
| 2012 Volt | 86 | 35% |
| 2011 Volt | 23 | 47% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2016 Chevrolet Volt
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.