Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Fire Risk after Seat Belt Pretensioner Deployment
- Summary
- 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. After a crash with seat belt pretensioner deployment, the pretensioner exhaust may ignite carpet fibers near the B-pillar, causing a fire.
- Consequence
- A fire increases the risk of injury.
- 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. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. These vehicles were previously recalled for this same issue under recall number 22V-930 and will need to have the new remedy performed. Owners may contact GM EV Concierge at 1-833-EVCHEVY (1-833-382-4389) (TTY 711 / 1-800-833-2438) or Customer Service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N232421970.
Front Passenger Air Bag May Deploy Improperly
- Summary
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. The instrument panel may be missing the perforation on the underside of the panel cover that allows the passenger-side air bag to deploy properly.
- Consequence
- An air bag that does not deploy properly in a crash increases the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the instrument panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N232414710.
Fire Risk after Seat Belt Pretensioner Deployment
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- A vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.
- 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. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N222383790.
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Owner complaints (61)
61 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 61 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 17 | 27.9% |
| Steering | 17 | 27.9% |
| Unknown or other | 10 | 16.4% |
| Service brakes | 8 | 13.1% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 7 | 11.5% |
| Exterior lighting | 6 | 9.8% |
| Air bags | 5 | 8.2% |
| Engine | 4 | 6.6% |
| Back over prevention | 3 | 4.9% |
| Power train | 3 | 4.9% |
How 2023 compares with other Bolt EV years
Best and worst Bolt EV years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 348 | 4 |
| 2018 | 89 | 5 |
| 2019 | 178 | 6 |
| 2020 | 174 | 8 |
| 2021 | 67 | 5 |
| 2022 | 59 | 7 |
| 2023 | 61 | 3 |
| 2027 | 5 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV 5 hb fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 120 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $650
- CO₂ tailpipe
- —
- EPA class
- Small Station Wagons
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 120 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric · Automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 131 / 109 / 120 | $650 | — |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2023 Bolt EV for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV FAQ
How many recalls does the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 23V845000 (seat belt), 23V567000 (air bag), 22V930000 (seat belt). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV problems?
Owners filed 61 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (17), Steering (17), Unknown or other (10) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV get?
EPA rates the Electric · Automatic version at 131 city, 109 highway and 120 combined mpg.
What safety rating did the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV get?
NHTSA rated the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV 5 hb fwd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 5 stars rollover (9.7% rollover risk).
How does the 2023 Bolt EV compare with other years?
Among the 2017–2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV model years at least five years old, the 2021 drew the fewest complaints (67) and the 2017 the most (348). The 2023 drew 61. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.