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2018 Chevrolet Volt vs 2018 Hyundai Accent

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.

Metric2018 Chevrolet Volt2018 Hyundai Accent
NHTSA complaints21819
Recall campaigns21
Service bulletins (TSBs)84882
Investigations20
Crash reports40
Fire reports04
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)4231–32
Median reported incident mileage25,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentChevrolet VoltHyundai Accent
Electrical System853
Power Train820
Fuel/propulsion System691
Engine498
Service Brakes92
Vehicle Speed Control80
Steering50
Visibility/wiper40

Symptoms owners describe

Check engine light370
Loss of power250
Stalling100

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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.