This page covers 2 recalls, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2018 Chevrolet Volt.
42 mpg combined
5.6 L/100km
Compact Cars
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
The 2018 Chevrolet Volt has two recalls, the more serious being a rear brake issue where caliper pistons can develop gas pockets that reduce braking performance and raise the risk of a crash.
The second recall affects rear seatbelt retractors in the second row. When a seatbelt is fully extended, the retractor may not automatically lock, which means a child safety seat attached using that belt may not be properly secured in a crash.
At a glance
What can fail
Second or third-row rear seatbelt retractors may not lock when fully pulled out, preventing child seats from being properly secured.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect rear seatbelt retractors and replace them if needed, at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
At a glance
What can fail
Rear brake caliper pistons may have inadequate coating, allowing gas pockets to form and reducing rear brake performance.
What the fix does
Dealers will bleed the brake system to remove gas pockets and restore brake performance at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
