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2019 Chevrolet Volt problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Among the better years

The 2019 Chevrolet Volt is among the quieter years of the Volt on NHTSA's books: 48 complaints (83% below the model's median year), 2 recalls, and no open investigations.

Transmission leads the complaint categories with 16 reports (33% of the total). In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

48

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

2

Investigations

6

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

2

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2019 compare to other Volt years?

Volt NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted1,192 complaints2011: 64 complaints2012: 359 complaints2013: 448 complaints2014: 128 complaints2015: 70 complaints2016: 285 complaints2017: 1,192 complaints2018: 347 complaints2019: 48 complaints
Volt NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2019 Chevrolet Volt problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Transmission1633%
Electrical System1225%
Other817%
Brakes36%
Engine36%
Fuel System24%
Driver Assistance12%
Seats12%
Speed Control12%
Steering12%

Does the 2019 Chevrolet Volt have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

18V673000Seat BeltsSeptember 26, 2018 · 15,800 units

Defect

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Cadillac CT6, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Volt, and GMC Yukon XL vehicles. Certain second-row or third-row rear seatbelts retractor assemblies may not automatically lock when the seatbelt is fully pulled out of the retractor, possibly preventing a child seat from being properly secured. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Consequence

If the child seat is not properly secured in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear seatbelt retractors and replace them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 7, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18315.

18V576000BrakesAugust 30, 2018 · 210,628 units

Defect

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.

Consequence

A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18279.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“Vehicle lost propulsion and all power mid turn at approximately 45mph. Powe steering and assisted brakes were gone. Conditions were rainy, resulting in single car crash. Car did not restart. No codes present. Occurred again after repairs at 70mph on highway. Codes P0AC4 and P0C0E indicating Drive…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · September 23, 2023 · crash

“Vehicle lost propulsion and all power mid turn at approximately 45mph. Powe steering and assisted brakes were gone. Conditions were rainy, resulting in single car crash. Car did not restart. No codes present. Occurred again after repairs at 70mph on highway. Codes P0AC4 and P0C0E indicating Drive…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · September 23, 2023 · crash

“'SHIFT TO PARK' ISSUE. AFTER POWERING OFF CAR I GET AN ALERT ON DASHBOARD THAT LOOKS LIKE THIS 'SEE IMAGE'. THIS HAPPENS EVEN THOUGH THE VEHICLE IS SET TO PARK. VEHICLE WILL NOT TURN OFF UNTIL JIGGLING THE SHIFT HANDLE OR TURNING ON CAR AND RE SETTING SHIFT HANDLE TO PARK. RECURRING ISSUE.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · April 21, 2021

“'SHIFT TO PARK' ISSUE. AFTER POWERING OFF CAR I GET AN ALERT ON DASHBOARD THAT LOOKS LIKE THIS 'SEE IMAGE'. THIS HAPPENS EVEN THOUGH THE VEHICLE IS SET TO PARK. VEHICLE WILL NOT TURN OFF UNTIL JIGGLING THE SHIFT HANDLE OR TURNING ON CAR AND RE SETTING SHIFT HANDLE TO PARK. RECURRING ISSUE.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · April 21, 2021

“I was in stop and go traffic; when the car in front of me stopped suddenly, I tried to brake. I was far enough back that I should have been able to stop in plenty of time. My brake pedal froze and would not depress (brake pump failure). There were no warning light prior. The car has less than…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · May 29, 2022 · crash

2019 Chevrolet Volt — common questions

Is the 2019 Chevrolet Volt reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 48 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Volt year, with 2 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2019 Volt problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (16 complaints), electrical system (12 complaints), other (8 complaints).

Does the 2019 Chevrolet Volt have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2019 Chevrolet Volt. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2019 Chevrolet Volt under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 2 investigations 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 2019 Chevrolet Volt?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2019 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.