2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 26 |
| 2023 | 117 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
36% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 42 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Collision warning failed to warn driver and automatic emergency braking failed to engage, causing an accident.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260829
Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I was taking a left turn from [XXX] onto [XXX] in the outer (right) lane. As I was exiting the turn, the AEB went off suddenly without warning -- the car came to a sudden and complete stop.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260814
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The vehicle displayed a Service ESC warning, indicating a possible malfunction in the electronic stability control system.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260724
Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
23% of complaints: electrical system — 27 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery and software.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? - I believe it is the electrical component, or wiring component that is under the hood.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231026
21% of complaints: steering — 24 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Rattling noise started coming from the steering wheel, it can be felt through the steering wheel. Doing an inspection it's coming from the the U joint area and steering wheel.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260717
11% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 13 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
One pedal speed control was used to slow down and stop the car approaching a busy intersection. The car came to a complete stop and was idle at the intersection.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240206
Also filed under POWER TRAIN
10% of complaints: exterior lighting — 12 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
Iv'e owned the Bolt EUV for a few months and I was almost rear ended at least 4 times. One time the person tapped my rear bumper with their license plate and left a very light mark.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230617
Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES
Got rear ended. I learned that the brake lights on the Bolt EUV are mounted low and are small. The large rear lights that people would normally assume as brake lights do not light up when braking.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230613
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (42 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (27 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (24 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV?
The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.