2016 Chevrolet Volt engine problems
48 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2016 Chevrolet Volt — 28% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The engine light came on, but the car would run and so took it to the dealer. They determined that the EGR valve had failed and would cost $2400 to repair. Apparently, this is a common failure point for Generation 2 Chevy Volts. If it might trigger a forced recall, I'd like to add this to the list.”
filed Feb 10, 2026
“Component/System Failed: The engine of my 2016 Chevrolet Volt experienced a sudden internal crack, leading to complete engine failure. The engine is available for inspection upon request. Safety Risk: The engine failure rendered the vehicle completely inoperable, posing potential risk if it had…”
filed Dec 6, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine problems in other Volt years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Volt | 3 | 9% |
| 2018 Volt | 49 | 22% |
| 2017 Volt | 181 | 26% |
| 2015 Volt | 8 | 19% |
| 2014 Volt | 9 | 10% |
| 2013 Volt | 37 | 12% |
| 2012 Volt | 26 | 11% |
| 2011 Volt | 4 | 8% |
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.