This page covers 4 recalls, 21 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt Euv.
115 MPGe combined
Small Station Wagons
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Steering is the standout concern owners report for the 2022 Bolt EUV. Multiple owners describe the steering wheel failing to return to center after a turn, stiffness at lower speeds, a clunking or knocking noise when turning, and in several cases a dealer diagnosis pointing to the steering rack needing replacement. Forward collision avoidance draws the next-largest cluster of reports, with owners describing the system activating unexpectedly or behaving erratically during normal driving. A smaller number of electrical system complaints describe instrument panel failures, rearview camera malfunctions, and warning chimes not functioning. The steering complaints are spread across a range of mileages, with at least one owner noting symptoms appearing above 110,000 miles, while others report the issue earlier in ownership.
21
Total Complaints
By System
The 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV has 4 recalls, the most serious being a high-voltage battery that can catch fire when charged to full or near-full capacity, with prior repair attempts not fully resolving the issue for some vehicles.
The battery fire risk spans multiple filings that describe the same core problem: the high-voltage battery pack can ignite at high states of charge. For vehicles that went through an earlier repair, diagnostic software meant to detect defective battery modules may not have been installed correctly, leaving those batteries still at risk. The practical result is the same in both cases: a fire that can start while the vehicle is charging or shortly after. There is also a safety equipment concern separate from the battery: a fastener securing the driver's frontal airbag to the steering wheel may be missing or insufficiently tightened, which can cause the airbag to deploy incorrectly or shift out of position in a crash, reducing its ability to protect the driver.
At a glance
What can fail
Advanced diagnostic software may not have installed correctly during a previous repair. This can allow the high voltage battery to overheat and catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
What the fix does
Dealers will reinstall the advanced diagnostic software at no cost to restore proper battery monitoring and fire prevention.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The advanced diagnostic software may have been incorrectly installed and fail to detect defective battery modules, which could result in a battery fire.
What the fix does
Dealers will reinstall the advanced diagnostic software at no cost to identify and address defective battery modules.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The high-voltage battery can catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity.
What the fix does
Defective battery modules will be replaced at no charge. Until replacement, limit charging to 90%, charge more often, keep battery above 70-mile range, and park outside after charging.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
One of two fasteners securing the driver's frontal air bag to the steering wheel may be missing or not tightened properly.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the fasteners, tighten them if possible, or replace the air bag assembly if needed. Repairs are free.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
