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2020 Chevrolet Bolt Ev
Common Problems

Ranked from 90 federal NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.

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Safety
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2 problems on this vehicle involve a crash, fire, or injury risk. If you are experiencing one, stop driving and have it inspected.

19 Common Problems

Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.

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  1. 1

    Battery charging restrictions leading to reduced vehicle functionality

    21complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    Customers face significant limitations on battery charging, reducing the vehicle's range and functionality.

    Related recalls: 21V650000, 24V481000, 24V812000

  2. 2

    Battery recall repair not completed within a reasonable timeframe

    21complaints
    High severityElectrical

    Customers report that the battery recall repair for potential fire risk was not completed within a reasonable timeframe, leading to ongoing safety concerns.

    Related recalls: 21V650000, 24V481000, 24V812000

  3. 3

    Severe range reduction due to battery recall restrictions

    21complaints
    Medium severityFuel system

    Customers experience severe range reduction due to the battery recall restrictions, making the vehicle less functional.

  4. 4

    Unreliable recall repairs

    21complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    Customers report that the recall repairs for battery issues are unreliable and often fail to resolve the underlying problem.

    Related recalls: 21V650000, 24V481000, 24V812000

  5. 5

    Unresolved safety concerns post-recall

    21complaints
    High severityOther

    Customers continue to experience unresolved safety concerns after the battery recall, including potential fire risks.

  6. 6

    Recall Repairs Not Timely

    14complaints
    Medium severityOther

    Multiple recalls have not been addressed in a timely manner, causing frustration and inconvenience to owners.

  7. 7

    Battery Recall Issues

    13complaints
    High severityElectrical

    The battery recall has not been resolved despite multiple attempts, leading to reduced range and potential fire hazards.

    Related recalls: 21V650000, 24V481000, 24V812000

  8. 8

    Braking failure during unexpected acceleration

    8complaints
    High severityBrakes

    Customers report that the vehicle continues to accelerate even when the brakes are applied, leading to potential loss of control.

    Related recall: 20V808000

  9. 9

    Steering Wheel Does Not Return to Center

    8complaints
    High severitySteering

    The steering wheel fails to return to center after turns, increasing the risk of overcorrection or unintended lane departure.

  10. 10

    Uncontrolled acceleration despite software fix

    8complaints
    High severityOther

    Customers report uncontrolled acceleration issues that persist despite software fixes, posing a safety risk.

  11. 11

    Vehicle suddenly accelerates without warning

    8complaints
    High severityOther

    Customers report instances where the vehicle unexpectedly accelerates without warning, posing a safety risk.

  12. 12

    Backup Camera System Malfunctions

    7complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    The backup camera system intermittently fails to turn on, reducing visibility and increasing the risk of backing accidents.

    $250–$800est. backup camera replacement · 1–3 hrs labor
    Get local quotes

    Related recalls: 21V650000, 24V481000, 24V812000

  13. 13

    Vehicle Speed Control Issues

    6complaints
    Medium severityOther

    The vehicle experiences issues with speed control, including unintended acceleration and deceleration problems.

  14. 14

    Steering Gear Binding

    5complaints
    High severitySteering

    The steering wheel does not return to center after turning, requiring manual intervention to maintain straight driving. This can cause loss of control and accidents.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs labor
    Get local quotes
  15. 15

    Electrical System Failure Leading to Fire Hazard

    4complaints
    Safety riskElectrical

    The vehicle's electrical system can fail, leading to a fire hazard that could cause significant damage or injury.

    Related recalls: 21V650000, 24V481000, 24V812000

  16. 16

    Steering Gear Malfunction

    4complaints
    High severitySteering

    The steering gear malfunctions, causing the steering wheel to stick and fail to return to center, posing a safety risk.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs labor
    Get local quotes
  17. 17

    Accelerator Pedal Stuck at Floor Mat

    3complaints
    Safety riskElectrical

    The accelerator pedal can become stuck at the floor mat, causing unintended acceleration and posing a safety risk.

    Related recalls: 21V650000, 24V481000, 24V812000

  18. 18

    High-Voltage Battery Failure

    3complaints
    High severityFuel system

    The high-voltage battery fails, causing the vehicle to become immobilized and requiring a tow.

  19. 19

    Lane Departure Warning System Malfunction

    2complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    The lane departure warning system does not provide audible alerts or seat vibrations as advertised, reducing safety features.

    Related recalls: 21V650000, 24V481000, 24V812000

Other years & sources

2019 Chevrolet Bolt EvAll NHTSA complaints for this vehicle →

Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.