2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV vs 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV | 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 341 | 175 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,054 | 627 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 10 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 119 | 119 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 23,350 mi | 13,658 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Bolt EV | Chevrolet Bolt EV |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 114 | 85 |
| Steering | 119 | 45 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 70 | 44 |
| Power Train | 27 | 13 |
| Service Brakes | 22 | 4 |
| Engine | 16 | 2 |
| Visibility/wiper | 12 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 15 | 5 |
| Clunking / rattling | 8 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 5 | 0 |
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV
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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.