CarRecallWatchThe 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 179 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 10 fires, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (85 reports).
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV recalls
Seat Belt Gas Can Ignite Carpet and Cause a Fire
After a crash in which a front seat belt pretensioner deploys, its exhaust gas may ignite the carpet fibers near the B-pillar, which can start a fire inside the vehicle.
Seat Belt Pretensioner Can Ignite Carpet and Cause Fire
After a crash in which the seat belt pretensioner deploys, its exhaust gas can ignite carpet fibers near the B-pillar, which can start a vehicle fire.
Battery May Catch Fire When Charged Near Full
The high-voltage traction battery in these vehicles can catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity.
Bolt EV Battery Can Catch Fire When Fully Charged
The high-voltage traction battery in these Chevrolet Bolt EVs can catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity.
Rear door may open while driving or fail to open
The inside door-handle cable in the rear doors may be too long, so it can touch the window when the window is opened.
Rear brake caliper pistons may form gas pockets, reducing braking
The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating.
Most common 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV problems
Problem areas named in the 179 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 85 |
| Steering | 47 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 44 |
| Unknown Or Other | 21 |
| Power Train | 13 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 5 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 4 |
| Air Bags | 3 |
| Lane Departure | 3 |
What owners report
When driving the car and turning the wheel, the steering wheel does not go back to center by itself. I have to physically turn it back to straight. This is a safety risk as the car isn't straightening out of a turn and physically harder to get back to center and center of the lane. I took it back to the dealership I purchased and their service team is saying they don't notice an issue, which is untrue, it's clearly seen when driving.
I am reporting a recurring safety defect with our 2019 Chevrolet Bolt (~80,000 miles). On multiple occasions the left front wheel has overheated severely while driving, accompanied by a rapid, severe side-to-side steering wheel wobble and a burning smell. On XXX after ~35 miles of driving (10+ miles at 50-63 mph), the steering wheel began shaking. We had to pull over and drive slowly along the shoulder, stopping twice to let the wheel cool. The left front wheel measured 627.9°F, while other wheels were under 200°F. On XXX, only three days after replacing the front brake pads and rotors, the left front wheel again overheated to 355°F (other wheels 116-139°F), with a burning smell. The p
The steering wheel on my 2019 Chevy bolt is feeling stiff and harder to turn when making a right and left turn.
A rear passenger side door handle/latch stopped working. The door cannot be opened from the inside, only from the outside. Itâs a safety issue and it has affected other 2019-2020 Bolts which resulted in their recall. Why not this one?
Steering wheel does not return to center on turns when driving at low speeds.
2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV questions
Does the 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV: Seat Belt Gas Can Ignite Carpet and Cause a Fire; Seat Belt Pretensioner Can Ignite Carpet and Cause Fire; Battery May Catch Fire When Charged Near Full; Bolt EV Battery Can Catch Fire When Fully Charged; Rear door may open while driving or fail to open. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV?
Based on 179 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (85), Steering (47), Fuel/Propulsion System (44).
How do I check if a recall on my 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.