2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV vs 2020 Kia Niro
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 Kia Niro |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 174 | 38 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 599 | 68 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 118 | 49 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 8,300 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Bolt EV | Kia Niro |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 94 | 7 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 30 | 2 |
| Steering | 22 | 0 |
| Power Train | 11 | 8 |
| Engine | 8 | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 2 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 11 | 5 |
2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV
2020 Kia Niro
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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.