2015 Chevrolet Volt vs 2017 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 | 2017 Chevrolet Volt |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 43 | 693 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,416 | 1,169 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 37 | 42 |
| Median reported mileage | — | 36,675 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Volt | Chevrolet Volt |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 18 | 307 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 10 | 233 |
| Power Train | 6 | 219 |
| Engine | 8 | 181 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 32 |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 27 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 12 |
| Steering | 1 | 16 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 5 | 63 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 122 |
| Stalling | 0 | 38 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 20 |
| Overheating | 0 | 20 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 11 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 9 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 7 |
2015 Chevrolet Volt
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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.