Chevrolet Volt years to avoid
More than twice the Volt's typical complaint count for a model year.
Best Chevrolet Volt years
Fewest owner complaints among the last 20 model years, counting only those with at least four years on the road.
Chevrolet Volt complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Chevrolet Volt problems
All model years combined.
- Electrical709
- Fuel system517
- Transmission433
- Engine382
- Airbags310
- Brakes102
- Acceleration67
- Seats55
- Steering44
- Driver assistance41
- Body22
- Visibility21
Chevrolet Volt problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 86 | 35 | Transmission | 35,000 | 2 | 3 | |
| 2018 | 64 | 228 | Electrical | 25,000 | 2 | 4 | |
| 2017 | 24 | 703 | Electrical | 36,436 | 0 | 8 | Avoid |
| 2016 | 75 | 170 | Electrical | 44,000 | 1 | 2 | |
| 2015 | 89 | 44 | Electrical | 38,000 | 1 | 1 | Fewest complaints |
| 2014 | 81 | 93 | Airbags | 50,900 | 0 | 5 | Fewest complaints |
| 2013 | 51 | 308 | Airbags | 67,000 | 3 | 8 | |
| 2012 | 59 | 245 | Airbags | 80,000 | 2 | 6 | |
| 2011 | 89 | 49 | Electrical | 80,000 | 1 | 2 | Fewest complaints |
Recalls 8
Chevrolet Volt warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
Questions about the Chevrolet Volt
What years of the Chevrolet Volt should you avoid?
2017. It has more than twice the Chevrolet Volt's typical number of owner complaints for a model year; 2017 alone has 703, mostly about electrical and fuel system.
What is the best year for a used Chevrolet Volt?
2015, 2011 and 2014 have the fewest owner complaints among model years that have been on the road for at least four years (44, 49 and 93).
What is the most common problem with the Chevrolet Volt?
Electrical, with 709 complaints across all years, followed by fuel system (517) and transmission (433).
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Volt have?
8 recalls between 2011 and 2019. The 2013 model year has the most, with 3.
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