2014 Chevrolet Volt problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
A typical year for this model
The 2014 Chevrolet Volt sits mid-pack among Volt years: 128 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 284, with no recalls and one closed investigation.
Airbags leads the complaint categories with 32 reports (25% of the total). In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.
128
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
1
Investigations
11
Crash-involved
1
Fires reported
2
Injuries
0
Deaths
5
NCAP overall · of 5 stars
How does 2014 compare to other Volt years?
What are the most common 2014 Chevrolet Volt problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 32 | 25% | ▼ down |
| Electrical System | 29 | 23% | ▼ down |
| Fuel System | 21 | 16% | ▼ down |
| Engine | 11 | 9% | ▼ down |
| Other | 9 | 7% | ▼ down |
| Brakes | 6 | 5% | ▼ down |
| Steering | 5 | 4% | — flat |
| Visibility & Wipers | 4 | 3% | — flat |
| Transmission | 4 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Seats | 3 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Body & Structure | 3 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Tires & Wheels | 1 | 1% | ▼ down |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“I'M RECEIVING INTERMITTENT WARNINGS TO SERVICE THE AIRBAGS. THIS COMES AS A SURPRISE SINCE THIS IS FAIRLY SOLID STATE AND NOT SOMETHING THAT GETS DEPLETED SUCH AS OIL, BRAKES, OR TIRES. I HAVE NO IDEA WHO THE MANUFACTURERS ARE OF THE AIRBAGS BUT WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF THEY ARE TAKATA. CHEVROLET…”
“A USED CHEVY VOLT.IT CAME WITH A LEVEL 1 CHARGER. BASIC 110 V TAKES 8 HOURS TO CHARGE 18KVH BATTERY. THIS CHARGER WAS REPAIRED FROM THE LOOKS OF IT.I USED IT FOR A FEW TIMES AND IT BURNT. LUCKILY IT WAS NOT NEAR ANY FLAME ABLE MATERIAL, OR IT MAY HAVE CAUSED FIRE.”
“ I was slowly maneuvering my car into my garage when the vehicle suddenly and unexpectedly surged forward, despite only lightly tapping the brake and not touching the accelerator. The car had been displaying the warning, âPropulsion Power is Reducedâ and was not holding an electric charge in…”
“ I was slowly maneuvering my car into my garage when the vehicle suddenly and unexpectedly surged forward, despite only lightly tapping the brake and not touching the accelerator. The car had been displaying the warning, âPropulsion Power is Reducedâ and was not holding an electric charge in…”
“CHEVROLET VOLT 2014 HEAD UNIT REBOOTS WHILE VEHICLE IN MOTION (CITY STREETS AND FREEWAYS). NO USER AUXILIARY DEVICE PLUGGED IN. FH DAILY SAN LEANDRO COULD NOT IDENTIFY PROBLEM. REBOOTING OCCURED APPROXIMATELY 1 MONTH AGO AFTER MANUFACTURER RECALL REPAIR. CAR WAS LAST SERVICED 11/22/16 FOR STATED…”
2014 Chevrolet Volt — common questions
Is the 2014 Chevrolet Volt reliable?
Its record is better than the model's norm: 128 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Volt year, with 0 recalls and no open investigations.
What are the most common 2014 Volt problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are airbags (32 complaints), electrical system (29 complaints), fuel system (21 complaints).
Does the 2014 Chevrolet Volt have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2014 Chevrolet Volt.
Is the 2014 Chevrolet Volt under NHTSA investigation?
NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.
Which Chevrolet Volt years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Volt years to avoid are 2017, 2013. The cleanest record among Volt years belongs to 2019.
How safe is the 2014 Chevrolet Volt?
In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2014 Chevrolet Volt 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.