2022 Chevrolet Bolt Ev Safety Report
2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV Safety and Reliability Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt Ev
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt Ev. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (7) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (57) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 2 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Electrical System | Compare electrical system issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2023 | Compare against the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt Ev with 44 complaints and 3 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2019 | Check the 2019 Chevrolet Bolt Ev before buying across this generation. |
Chevrolet Bolt Ev Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Chevrolet Bolt Ev years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Chevrolet Bolt Ev | 44 | 3 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2021 Chevrolet Bolt Ev | 66 | 5 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2020 Chevrolet Bolt Ev | 160 | 8 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2019 Chevrolet Bolt Ev | 166 | 6 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
2022 Chevrolet Bolt Ev Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt Ev, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Electrical System
15 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Chevrolet onlyUnknown Or Other
4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Chevrolet onlyPower Train
4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train issues Chevrolet onlyFuel/Propulsion System
3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Fuel/Propulsion System issues Chevrolet onlySteering
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Steering issues Chevrolet onlyAir Bags
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Air Bags issues Chevrolet onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt Ev
Reliability Score
The 2022 Chevrolet Bolt Ev receives a reliability score of 85 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt Ev
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt Ev
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt Ev:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traction Battery General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2022 Bolt EUV vehicles due to potential issues with the traction battery. |
High | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Air Bags General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles due to potential issues with the air bags. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Propulsion System General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2022 Bolt EUV vehicles due to potential issues with the propulsion system. |
High | Rare | 30k-60k miles |
| Steering Drivers have reported issues with the electric power steering, causing the steering wheel to not return to center. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt Ev:
Issues with the propulsion system, including traction battery and propulsion power reduction alerts, are common.
Air bag malfunctions have been reported, with recalls issued by General Motors, LLC.
Recalls related to the traction battery have been issued by General Motors, LLC.
Electric power steering issues have been reported, causing the steering wheel to not return to center.
Recall Details for the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt Ev
The following 7 recalls have been issued for the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt Ev by NHTSA:
Summary: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2022 Bolt EUV vehicles previously repaired under Recall 21V-650. The installation of advanced diagnostic software may have failed. As such, the high voltage battery could catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity.
Consequence: A battery fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to take the following interim steps: Set the Target Charge Level feature in their vehicle to limit the charge level to 90%, charge their vehicle more frequently, avoid depleting the battery to 70 miles range remaining, park outside after charging, and do not charge the vehicle indoors overnight. Dealers will reinstall advanced diagnostic software, free of charge. Owner notific...
Summary: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV vehicles that were previously remedied under recall number 21V-650. The advanced diagnostic software may have been incorrectly installed and fail to detect defective battery modules, possibly resulting in a battery fire.
Consequence: A battery fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to take the following interim steps: Set the Target Charge Level feature in their vehicle to limit the charge level to 90%, charge their vehicle more frequently, avoid depleting the battery to 70 miles range remaining, park outside after charging, and do not charge the vehicle indoors overnight. Dealers will reinstall the advanced diagnostic software, free of charge. Owner no...
Summary: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. 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.
Consequence: A fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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, 2024. These vehicles were previously recalled for this same issue under recall number 22V-930 and wi...
Summary: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. The instrument panel may be missing the perforation on the underside of the panel cover that allows the passenger-side air bag to deploy properly.
Consequence: An air bag that does not deploy properly in a crash increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N232414710.
Summary: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. After a crash with seat belt pretensioner deployment, the pretensioner exhaust may ignite carpet fibers near the B-pillar, causing a fire.
Consequence: A vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N222383790.
Summary: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV vehicles. The high voltage battery could catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity.
Consequence: A battery fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to take the following interim steps: Set the Target Charge Level feature in their vehicle to limit the charge level to 90%, charge their vehicle more frequently, avoid depleting the battery to 70 miles range remaining, park outside after charging, and do not charge the vehicle indoors overnight. Defective battery modules will be replaced by GM, free of charge. Owner notificat...
Summary: General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and Bolt EUV vehicles. One of the two fasteners that secure the driver's frontal air bag to the steering wheel may be missing or improperly tightened.
Consequence: An improperly installed air bag may not deploy properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the driver-side air bag fasteners. If the fasteners cannot be tightened properly, the air bag assembly will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 29, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212340860.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt Ev
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt Ev with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 2 complaints involved crashes.
I have a faulty electric power steering, it prevents the steering wheel to return to center.
I was driving on the highway above 60 mph, and I suddenly got a "propulsion power reduced" alert, along with a yellow indicator light. I almost immediately thereafter got a message saying "speed reduced to 50 mph" and then "speed reduced to 30 mph." I got no acceleration when I depressed the accelerator pedal. In fact, it felt like the car had engaged the regenerative braking to actively slow me d...
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost automotive power, and the digital screen failed to display as intended. The Battery warning light was occasionally illuminated during rainy weather. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The fai...
I was was traveling at 68 mph, then rear ended and pushed into the center divide. The entire front drivers tire + assembly was destroyed. The airbags didn't deploy. The cab did fill with a white 'smoke'. A little bit later I received a message from the Chevy app that there was a problem with my airbags and I should seek service. My insurance has deemed the car a total loss and picked up the c...
I am filing this complaint regarding my 2022 Chevrolet Bolt, which has been awaiting battery replacement at McCluskey Chevrolet for over 30 days, creating significant safety concerns and violating federal warranty requirements. Safety Concerns: The vehicle's safety systems detected a battery defect serious enough to automatically restrict functionality. This demonstrates GM recognized an immediate...
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV. The contact stated that while in the process of parking the vehicle on the side of a street, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated, and the front end of the vehicle crashed into an unoccupied parked vehicle, which crashed into a second occupied vehicle parked in front of it. No property damage was reported. The vehicle came to a stop upon impact. The air b...
I was driving 72 mph, and went to accelerate to 75 mph to set my cruise control. As soon as I stepped on the accelerator pedal, my 2022 Chevy Bolt EUV jerked violently and immediately applied braking to car to take it from 72 mph to about 30 mph within 1 second. Had someone been behind me I would have been rear ended. I was able to pull over to the shoulder of the road, and put my car into park...
About 1 month ago I picked up my daughter from school. Just as we exited the parking lot, there was nothing in front and the brakes came on and the car turned off and would not restart for a few minutes. The same day, we were on the way home I was traveling about 35mph. All of a sudden the brakes came on again. This time there was nothing in front but many cars behind, so I floored the accelerato...
2022 Chevy Bolt, less than 10,000 miles. Problem began 11/24/23. Steering wheel locks up at low speeds, gives warning "Steering Assistance reduced" at higher speeds. At low speeds, steering wheel turns only a small amount before it clicks and stops. Very dangerous in tight parking lots or trying to turn left or right from a stop - takes multiple tries to get steering wheel to turn, and sometim...
When I use the windshield washer fluid some of the vapors gets in the cabin. The fluid contains methanol and it is highly toxic.
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV. The contact stated while attempting to charge the vehicle, the charging system failed to charge the vehicle adequately. The contact stated that shortly after beginning to charge the vehicle, the vehicle overheated after 30 minutes, and the charging light turned from blue to red. The contact then had to disconnect the charger. The vehicle was taken to the ...
Vehicle stopped while driving down the road lost power threw up multiple codes and was stuck in the middle of the roadway!
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V567000 (Air Bags, Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available....
While waiting to make a left turn, the car lurched forward about a foot and went into park.It would not shift into any gear. A warning briefly showed up on drivers display which said DO NOT SHIFT UNTIL ???? RESETS. I turned car off but it immediately came back on automatically, and for twenty minutes I was in the intersection blocking traffic (police called to protect me from traffic). On drivers ...
Complete transmission failure shortly after seeing "Service Transmission" message in 2022 Chevy Bolt EV Drivers Information Center. When message first appeared selected option to dismiss message and continued to drive as normal. After turning vehicle off and then back on the message appeared again and all attempts to change gear into neutral, reverse, or drive resulting in all doors unlocking an...
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V650000 (Electrical System) however the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not ...
I purchased this car last year and now already General Motors has discontinued making them. Is there something wrong with car and why did they quit making them so soon? Is there a safety problem with my car? Is the battery a fire hazard? [XXX], [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
Backup camera keeps going out screen turns black
Not necessarily a failure or malfunction. When making right/left turns vehicle will accelerate for apparently no reason. Each time entering a parking lot or making a standard right/left turn. Each time this has happened during this acceleration it has almost caused a vehicle crash with another car in front or in another incident almost hit pedestrian. Found that the Rocker switch for Cruise co...
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V650000 (Electrical System) and 22V930000 (Structure, Seat Belts) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not...
Showing 20 of 57 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt Ev
NHTSA defect investigations are higher-signal than ordinary complaints because they indicate the agency opened a formal review of a potential safety defect. Some investigations later connect to recall campaigns; others close without a recall after review.
Component: Electrical System:Propulsion System
Opened 2023-01-27 · Closed 2023-08-07
NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-spe...
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt Ev
Has the 2022 CHEVROLET BOLT EV been recalled?
Yes, the 2022 CHEVROLET BOLT EV has 7 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2022 CHEVROLET BOLT EV have?
The 2022 CHEVROLET BOLT EV has 57 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 2 involved crashes. No injuries or deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2022 CHEVROLET BOLT EV?
The 2022 CHEVROLET BOLT EV received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 5/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 5/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 CHEVROLET BOLT EV?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2022 CHEVROLET BOLT EV involve electrical system (15 complaints), unknown or other (4 complaints), power train (4 complaints). Other affected components include fuel/propulsion system, steering, air bags.
How many crash reports does the 2022 CHEVROLET BOLT EV have?
There are 2 crash reports associated with the 2022 CHEVROLET BOLT EV out of 57 total complaints (3.5% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2022 CHEVROLET BOLT EV have?
There are no fire reports for the 2022 CHEVROLET BOLT EV in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2022 CHEVROLET BOLT EV?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2022 CHEVROLET BOLT EV.
How many injuries are reported for the 2022 CHEVROLET BOLT EV?
No injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2022 CHEVROLET BOLT EV.
Should I buy a 2022 CHEVROLET BOLT EV?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2022 CHEVROLET BOLT EV is acceptable with caveats. It has 57 complaints, 7 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2022 CHEVROLET BOLT EV?
The components with the most failures on the 2022 CHEVROLET BOLT EV are: 1. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (15 complaints), 2. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (4 complaints), 3. POWER TRAIN (4 complaints), 4. FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (3 complaints), 5. STEERING (2 complaints). ELECTRICAL SYSTEM is the single most-reported problem area with 15 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2022 CHEVROLET BOLT EV?
Be aware of potential issues with the propulsion system, air bags, and steering. Check for recalls and ensure your vehicle is up to date. The 2022 CHEVROLET BOLT EV has 57 NHTSA complaints and 7 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2022 CHEVROLET BOLT EV?
The 2022 CHEVROLET BOLT EV receives a reliability score of 85/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 57 owner complaints, 7 recalls, and 2 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Traction Battery and Air Bags.
What are the known issues with the 2022 CHEVROLET BOLT EV?
Known issues with the 2022 CHEVROLET BOLT EV include: Traction Battery, Air Bags, Propulsion System, Steering. These are based on patterns found across 57 NHTSA complaints. 7 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
Are there any recalls for the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV?
Yes, there have been recalls related to the traction battery and propulsion system, as well as air bag malfunctions.
What are the common issues with the propulsion system?
Common issues include propulsion power reduction alerts and potential problems with the traction battery.
Are there any issues with the air bags in the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV?
Yes, there have been recalls related to air bag malfunctions in certain models.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be aware of potential issues with the propulsion system, air bags, and steering. Check for recalls and ensure your vehicle is up to date.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2022 Chevrolet Bolt Ev
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt Ev. The data includes 57 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 7 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 2 reported crashes, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt Ev an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 5 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 5 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-14