2017 Chevrolet Bolt Ev Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt Ev.
Worst 2017 Chevrolet Bolt Ev Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Steering Defects
Electrical Faults
Fuel System
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt Ev.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Defects | 116 | 1 | — | 46,440 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 104 | 3 | 3 | 24,448 mi | |
| Fuel System | 70 | 2 | 1 | 22,774 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 25 | — | — | 30,986 mi | |
| Brakes | 21 | 2 | — | 21,562 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 15 | 2 | — | 28,694 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 11 | 3 | — | 30,748 mi | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 10 | — | — | 10,749 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 7 | — | — | 36,600 mi | |
| Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 5 | — | 1 | 6,368 mi | |
| Wheel Issues | 5 | — | — | 36,490 mi | |
| Airbags | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Propulsion System:Traction Battery | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Adas:Autonomous/Self Driving:Software | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Propulsion System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Propulsion System:Charging:Cable/Cord:Accessory | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Electrical:Infotainment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Assist | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2017 Chevrolet Bolt Ev
4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~226,359 vehicles.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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2017 Chevrolet Bolt Ev — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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