2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV vs 2020 Honda HR-V
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV | 2020 Honda HR-V |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 174 | 83 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 599 | 98 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 118 | 28–30 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 8,300 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Bolt EV | Honda HR-V |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 94 | 20 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 30 | 12 |
| Power Train | 11 | 13 |
| Steering | 22 | 1 |
| Engine | 8 | 10 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 0 | 14 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 5 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 11 | 11 |
2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV
2020 Honda HR-V
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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.