2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV vs 2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen
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 | 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV | 2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 341 | 38 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,054 | 569 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 119 | 28–29 |
| Median reported mileage | 23,350 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Bolt EV | Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 114 | 7 |
| Steering | 119 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 70 | 5 |
| Power Train | 27 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 22 | 2 |
| Suspension | 7 | 15 |
| Engine | 16 | 5 |
| Visibility/wiper | 12 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 15 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 8 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 5 | 0 |
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV
2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen
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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.