2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 166 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 1.7 times the median Bolt EUV year — the 2023 model ranks #1 of 2 Bolt EUV years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list. Complainants reported 11 injuries in total across these filings.
Driver Assistance leads the complaint categories with 48 reports (29% of the total). In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.
166
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
22
Crash-involved
1
Fires reported
11
Injuries
0
Deaths
5
NCAP overall · of 5 stars
How does 2023 compare to other Bolt EUV years?
What are the most common 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driver Assistance | 48 | 29% | ▲ up |
| Electrical System | 26 | 16% | ▲ up |
| Steering | 15 | 9% | ▲ up |
| Speed Control | 13 | 8% | ▲ up |
| Lighting | 12 | 7% | new |
| Brakes | 11 | 7% | new |
| Fuel System | 11 | 7% | ▲ up |
| Other | 9 | 5% | ▲ up |
| Transmission | 9 | 5% | new |
| Visibility & Wipers | 3 | 2% | new |
| Engine | 3 | 2% | ▲ up |
| Seats | 2 | 1% | new |
| Airbags | 2 | 1% | — flat |
| Body & Structure | 1 | 1% | new |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1% | — flat |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“The Telematics Module failed at 43,000 miles, 2 years. This shut down everything having to do with GPS, Communications, Super Cruise. I got into an accident, which I feel the car would have responded to, before the accident, if this system was working. The warning was the on star, super cruise,…”
“The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the automatic emergency braking system engaged while there were no vehicles or objects nearby. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the Super Cruise driver…”
“I was driving on the highway with GM Super Cruise engaged. I was within the speed limit on a straight road with my hands near the wheel. Without warning, the steering turned sharply to the left on its own and locked â I was unable to correct it or override the system. The vehicle left the road,…”
“One pedal speed control was used to slow down and stop the car approaching a busy intersection. The car came to a complete stop and was idle at the intersection. While stopped at the red light, the car suddenly accelerated into oncoming traffic and was directly heading towards a head-on collision.…”
“Got rear ended. I learned that the brake lights on the Bolt EUV are mounted low and are small. The large rear lights that people would normally assume as brake lights do not light up when braking. This could increase the chances of rear end collisions.”
2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV — common questions
Is the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 166 complaints put the 2023 model at #1 of 2 Bolt EUV years. It is one of the Bolt EUV years to avoid.
What are the most common 2023 Bolt EUV problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are driver assistance (48 complaints), electrical system (26 complaints), steering (15 complaints).
Does the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV.
Which Chevrolet Bolt EUV years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Bolt EUV years to avoid are 2023.
How safe is the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV?
In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.