MYRModel Year Report

2014 Chevrolet Volt

▲ Better than typical
2014 Chevrolet Volt
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:51:21.168Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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
93
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Air bags

34% of complaints

Complaints per year

2011: 49 complaints 2011 2012: 245 complaints 2013: 308 complaints 2014: 93 complaints 2014 93 2015: 44 complaints 2016: 170 complaints 2017: 700 complaints 2017 2018: 227 complaints 2019: 34 complaints 2019
2011: 49 complaints 2011 2012: 245 complaints 2012 2013: 308 complaints 2013 2014: 93 complaints 2014 93 2015: 44 complaints 2015 2016: 170 complaints 2016 2017: 700 complaints 2017 2018: 227 complaints 2018 2019: 34 complaints 2019
2011: 49 complaints 2011 2012: 245 complaints 2012 2013: 308 complaints 2013 2014: 93 complaints 2014 93 2015: 44 complaints 2015 2016: 170 complaints 2016 2017: 700 complaints 2017 2018: 227 complaints 2018 2019: 34 complaints 2019

2014: 93 complaints

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YearComplaints
201149
2012245
2013308
201493
201544
2016170
2017700
2018227
201934

Known problem areas

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

Air bags

34% · 32 reports

Electrical system

29% · 27 reports

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

CRASHFIRE
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I bought my car and I had no idea about a known issue that this car has.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-31

Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system and engine

A used chevy Volt.it came with a level 1 charger. Basic 110 v takes 8 hours to charge 18KVH battery. This charger was repaired from the looks of it.I used it for a few times and it burnt.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-21

Ignition shut off on Massachusetts turnpike when trying to change from normal (Electric) to hold (Gas) mode. Mode button is too close to ignition power button. I had to stop in rush hour traffic to put car in drive and restart, could have been hit.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-10-11

Fuel/propulsion system

20% · 19 reports
CRASH
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I received the chevy Volt 2/20/14 at around 10:45 am. My partner and I had a very important meeting at 12:30 p.m. In jersey city, nj so we left directly from the dealership in the brand new Volt, 7 miles on the odometer. At approximately 12:00 p.m.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-02-21

Also filed under Engine

Engine

10% · 9 reports
CRASH

Service brakes

6% · 6 reports

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds

Buy-smart checklist

2014 Chevrolet Volt — pre-purchase inspection

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  • Air bags: 32 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 27 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel/propulsion system: 19 reports on file for this year.
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FAQ

Is the 2014 Chevrolet Volt reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Chevrolet Volt is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Chevrolet Volt?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 34% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Chevrolet Volt have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

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