2017 Chevrolet Bolt Ev: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt Ev: 4 recalls, 348 owner complaints and up to 119 mpg combined.
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Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Electrical Vehicle recall #20V701000 · 2020 · 50,932 vehicles
What's wrong: The high voltage battery could catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity.
Why it matters: A battery fire increases the risk of injury.
The fix: This recall has been superseded by recall number 21v-560. Vehicles previously repaired under 20v-701 will still need to have the new remedy under recall 21v-560. Gm will notify owners, and as an interim repair, beginning on November 17, 2020, dealers will reprogram the hybrid propulsion control…
Electrical Vehicle recall #21V560000 · 2021 · 57,414 vehicles
What's wrong: The high voltage battery could catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity.
Why it matters: A battery fire increases the risk of injury.
The fix: Owners are advised to take the following interim steps: activate either the hill top reserve (2017 and 2018 models) or target charge level (2019 models) feature in their vehicle to limit the charge level to 90%, charge their vehicle more frequently, avoid depleting the battery to 70 miles range…
Seat belts, Body & structure Vehicle recall #22V930000 · 2022 · 111,242 vehicles
What's wrong: After a crash with seat belt pretensioner deployment, the pretensioner exhaust May ignite carpet fibers near the b-pillar, causing a fire.
Why it matters: A vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will install metal foil at the carpet near the pretensioner exhaust, and install a pretensioner cover as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between January 23, 2023 and April 25, 2023.
Seat belts, Body & structure Vehicle recall #23V845000 · 2023 · 6,771 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: A fire increases the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect both front seat belt pretensioners and, if necessary, install metal foil at the carpet near the pretensioner exhaust. Certain vehicles will also need a pretensioner cover installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24,…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 5 mention a fire, 5 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Steering (124): the most common themes are steering problems (122), noise or vibration (21), warning light on (15).
- Electrical (114): the most common themes are electrical failure (85), fire / smoke (36).
- Fuel & propulsion (70): the most common themes are electrical failure (51), fire / smoke (30), stalls / loses power (13).
- Other / unknown (34): the most common themes are electrical failure (23), fire / smoke (17).
The 2017 Chevrolet Bolt Ev has 348 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 8 Bolt Ev model years for complaints (2.8× the average Bolt Ev year). Complaints peaked in 2021 (118 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 20,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2018 (89 complaints, 5 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric (150 kW ACPM) | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 128e | 110e | 119e | Electricity |
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FAQ
Does the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt Ev have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt Ev. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2017 Chevrolet Bolt Ev problems?
Owners have filed 348 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are steering (124), electrical (114), fuel & propulsion (70).
What gas mileage does the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt Ev get?
EPA ratings run up to 119 mpg combined, across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2017 Chevrolet Bolt Ev repair manual?
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