2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV: common problems and reliability

The 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV has 174 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 6 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and steering. Owners most often flag slow dc fast charging (dcfc) speed: maximum rate of approximately 55 kw, with some mentions of 70 kw; significantly slower than newer evs, making long trips less convenient. frequency: very frequent.

Safety record for the 2019 model year

174
Owner complaints
6
Recalls
2
Crash reports
10
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles (US, public record).

Where owners report problems

electrical system
85
steering
44
fuel/propulsion system
44
power train
13
forward collision avoidance
5

Recalls affecting the 2019 Bolt EV

latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch

Campaign 20V184000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. The door-handle cable inside the rear doors may be too long, allowing contact with the window when it is opened, possibly damaging the ca

electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery

Campaign 21V560000

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 capac

electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery

Campaign 20V701000

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.

service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper

Campaign 18V576000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and

What owners say across generations

Overwhelmingly positive sentiment among owners, centered on exceptional value, low operating costs, and reliable daily practicality.

  • Slow DC Fast Charging (DCFC) Speed: Maximum rate of approximately 55 kW, with some mentions of 70 kW; significantly slower than newer EVs, making long trips less convenient. Frequency: very frequent.
  • Historical Battery Fire Recall: Affected primarily 2017-2019 model years; required full battery replacement under manufacturer program. Frequency: very frequent (as a historical context point).

Owner insights cover all generations of the Bolt EV. See the full Bolt EV owner picture and every model year.

Typical used price

Used Bolt EV listings typically run $15,289–$18,906 across 2017 to 2023 model years.

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