2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV: common problems and reliability
One of the weaker Bolt EV years.
60 owner complaints, most about electrical system. 3 recalls.
Should I buy a 2023 Bolt EV?The 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV has 60 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and steering.
Safety record for the 2023 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other Bolt EV years only. How we score it
Is 2023 a good year for the Bolt EV?
Across the 7 Bolt EV model years we track, complaint volume runs from 59 (2022) to 320 (2017). With 60 complaints, the 2023 Bolt EV sits below the model's median of 74.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2023 Bolt EV
structure:body:roof and pillars
Campaign 22V930000General 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.
air bags:frontal
Campaign 23V567000General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. The instrument panel may be missing the perforation on the underside of the panel cover that allows the passenger-side air bag to deploy properly.
structure:body:roof and pillars
Campaign 23V845000General 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.
What owners say across generations
Overwhelmingly positive sentiment among owners, centered on exceptional value, low operating costs, and reliable daily practicality.
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 $15,100–$19,439 across 2017 to 2023 model years.
Other Bolt EV model years
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