2015 Chevrolet Volt vs 2016 Chevrolet Volt
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2015 Chevrolet Volt | 2016 Chevrolet Volt |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 43 | 169 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,416 | 1,333 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 37 | 42 |
| Median reported mileage | — | 44,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Volt | Chevrolet Volt |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 18 | 77 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 10 | 63 |
| Power Train | 6 | 51 |
| Engine | 8 | 48 |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 6 |
| Seats | 2 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 5 | 19 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 28 |
| Stalling | 0 | 11 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 7 |
| Overheating | 0 | 7 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.