MYRModel Year Report

2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:48:05.939Z

This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
179
Recalls
6

Campaigns on file for 2019

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

47% of complaints

Complaints per year

2017: 350 complaints 2017 2018: 89 complaints 2018 2019: 179 complaints 2019 179 2020: 176 complaints 2020 2021: 67 complaints 2021 2022: 59 complaints 2022 2023: 62 complaints 2023 2027: 6 complaints 2027
2017: 350 complaints 2017 2018: 89 complaints 2018 2019: 179 complaints 2019 179 2020: 176 complaints 2020 2021: 67 complaints 2021 2022: 59 complaints 2022 2023: 62 complaints 2023 2027: 6 complaints 2027
2017: 350 complaints 2017 2018: 89 complaints 2018 2019: 179 complaints 2019 179 2020: 176 complaints 2020 2021: 67 complaints 2021 2022: 59 complaints 2022 2023: 62 complaints 2023 2027: 6 complaints 2027

2019: 179 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
2017350
201889
2019179
2020176
202167
202259
202362
20276

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

47% · 85 reports

Most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery and traction battery.

FIREINJURY
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Chevy bolt finished changing and then started to smoke from under the car. The sound of popping noises were heard and then 10 minutes later the car was engulfed in flames. The cars battery pack starting popping then exploded in flames.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-10-16

My 2019 chevy bolt was fully charged and driven for 12 miles to our destination, a townhouse development with private outdoor open parking. We arrived around 7:30PM, parked it and turned it off.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-07-17

Steering

26% · 47 reports
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When driving the car and turning the wheel, the steering wheel does not go back to center by itself. I have to physically turn it back to straight.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-29

The steering wheel on my 2019 Chevy bolt is feeling stiff and harder to turn when making a right and left turn.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-20

Steering wheel does not return to center on turns when driving at low speeds.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-10

Fuel/propulsion system

25% · 44 reports
FIRE

Power train

7% · 13 reports
FIRE

Forward collision avoidance

3% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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    2018-10-11Service brakes, hydraulic18V576000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu...

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018.

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    2019Complaint volume 179 complaints filed for this model year.
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    2020-04-17Latches/locks/linkages20V184000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. The door-handle cable inside the rear doors may be too long, allowing contact with the window when it is opened, possibly damaging the cable.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear inside door-handle cables, free of charge. The recall began April 17, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is A202298320.

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    2020-10-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 2022-02-07 Electric Vehicle Battery Fires
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    2021-05-11Electrical system20V701000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling all 2017-2018 and certain 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. The high voltage battery could catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity.

    Remedy: This recall has been superseded by recall number 21V-560. Vehicles previously repaired under 20V-701 will still need to have the new remedy under recall 21V-560.

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    2021-08-13Electrical system21V560000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles previously recalled under NHTSA recall number 20V-701. The high voltage battery could catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity.

    Remedy: Owners are advised to take the following interim steps: Activate either the Hill Top Reserve (2017 and 2018 models) or Target Charge Level (2019 models) feature in their vehicle to limit the charge level to 90%, charge their vehicle more frequently,...

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    2023-01-23Seat belts, structure22V930000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. After a crash with seat belt pretensioner deployment, the pretensioner exhaust may ignite carpet fibers near the B-pillar, causing a fire.

    Remedy: Dealers will install metal foil at the carpet near the pretensioner exhaust, and install a pretensioner cover as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between January 23, 2023 and April 25, 2023.

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    2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
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    2024-01-24Seat belts, structure23V845000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. This recall includes certain vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under NHTSA recall number 22V-930.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect both front seat belt pretensioners and, if necessary, install metal foil at the carpet near the pretensioner exhaust. Certain vehicles will also need a pretensioner cover installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge.

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Buy-smart checklist

2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 85 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 47 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel/propulsion system: 44 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 18V576000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 20V184000 · Latches/locks/linkages
  • Recall 20V701000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 21V560000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 22V930000 · Seat belts, structure
  • Recall 23V845000 · Seat belts, structure
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 47% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.