2023 Chevrolet Bolt Ev Safety Report
2023 CHEVROLET BOLT EV Safety and Reliability Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt Ev
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2023 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 (3) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (44) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 9 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Steering | Compare steering issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2022 | Compare against the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt Ev with 57 complaints and 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Chevrolet Bolt Ev | 57 | 7 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 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. |
2023 Chevrolet Bolt Ev Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2023 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.
Steering
9 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Steering issues Chevrolet onlyExterior Lighting
5 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Exterior Lighting issues Chevrolet onlyElectrical System
4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Chevrolet onlyUnknown Or Other
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Chevrolet onlyFuel/Propulsion System
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Fuel/Propulsion System issues Chevrolet onlyService Brakes
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Service Brakes issues Chevrolet onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt Ev
Reliability Score
The 2023 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 2023 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 2023 Chevrolet Bolt Ev
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt Ev:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Gear Defect The steering wheel fails to return to center after turns, indicating a potential defect in the steering gear. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Exterior Lighting Snow Accumulation Headlights can become covered in snow, reducing visibility in snowy conditions. |
Medium | Common | Any miles |
| Electrical System Failure Some vehicles have experienced unexpected acceleration when braking, which can be dangerous. |
High | Common | 30k-55k miles |
| Rack And Pinion Failure The steering rack has developed a clunking sound at slow speeds, which may indicate a progressive failure. |
Low | Occasional | 60k+ miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt Ev:
Steering issues are the most common problem, with 43% of reported issues.
15% of reported issues are related to exterior lighting problems.
10% of reported issues are related to electrical system problems.
7% of reported issues are categorized as unknown or other.
Recall Details for the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt Ev
The following 3 recalls have been issued for the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt Ev by NHTSA:
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.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt Ev
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt Ev with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 8 complaints involved crashes. 1 involved fires. 3 reported injuries or fatalities.
Steering wheel fails to return to center after turns — potential steering gear defect 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV steering wheel fails to return to center after completing turns, particularly at low speeds. Steering requires manual input to re-center the vehicle after every turn. No warning lights or audible alerts. The issue is not attributable to alignment, tires, or tire pressure, as I have had new ...
The Chevy Bolt steering wheel has a skip track and previous track button mounted to the left-rear side of the steering wheel. These buttons often become unresponsive for extended periods of time (up to 30 minutes) when a media device is connected. When pressed, they will display an error on the instrument panel screen that says “Action Unavailable While Indexing”. Although media controls are not e...
Steering is failing at only 43,800 miles like many others. It is failing to return to center which makes it dangerous to drive, it doesn't come out of a turn. It is clicking and fails to return to center.
Clicking/Clunking under driver's feet
Headlights were brushed clear of snow prior to driving. While driving in snow conditions, the headlights became covered in snow and would not provide illumination to the road ahead. This put me at safety risk making road visibility extremely poor at night. While driving I couldn’t understand why the road was so difficult to see. Upon arriving home, I inspected the headlights to see the snow had co...
THIS VEHICLE JUST STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC, NOT GIVING ME TIME TO PULL OVER. THE SCREEN JUST SAID, "SERVICE MODE", AND WOULD NOT GO INTO NEUTRAL TO ENABLE THE CAR TO BE PUSHED TO A SAFE SPOT. HIGHWAY PETROL HAD TO STOP TRAFFIC AND HAVE IT TOWED OFF. THIS WAS ENDANGERING EVERYONE INVOLVED. IF THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH OTHER CHEVY BOLTS, IT DEFINITELY NEEDS ADDRESSING.
The seatbelt grinds away the frame around it.
After around 55,000 miles, the steering column began making noise during slow speed corning. When the vehicle is not in motion, the driver can replicate this issue by turning the steering wheel into the 45 degrees position. The repair out of warranty is subject to around $3,000 and this typically is always the case as only the bumper-to-bumper warranty will cover this repair and is limited to 36...
The steering system has developed a progressively worse clunking sound when turning the steering wheel left or right when stopped, or at slow speeds. Additionally, the steering wheel will no longer return to center when exiting a turn. (In other words, it requires effort from the driver to return the steering wheel to center)
When I make a left or right turn, the steering wheel does not return to the center on its own. I have to manually bring it back to center in order to straighten the wheels after a turn.
Rack and Pinion steering rack is failing. The steering wheel is not returning to center, causing the vehicle to meander into oncoming traffic when executing left turns. Recently this forced a vehicle in oncoming traffic to ditch onto the shoulder. Luckily there was no incident (to their vehicle or driver) after stopping to check with the other driver. Dealer has since confirmed the failure of ...
I own a 2023 Chevy Bolt EV. Around 9/27/24 at 5,144 miles, the vehicle began experiencing serious electrical and propulsion issues. It has been to the dealership six times, each requiring a tow due to total loss of function. Issues include blown fuses, charging failures, shifting problems, propulsion loss, and repeated warning messages. Repairs have involved fuse box replacements, a new wiring har...
Car will unexpectedly accelerate when car is coming to a stop. almost causing a crash a few times. (cruse control is not on)
The car had weird noise (clunky) when I make the turn either left or right since beginning in Apri 2025. On April 17 in the morning, I drove to work while exit on freeway. When I try to turn into other street at speed of 20 mph, the car is not turning as normal as expected. It went beyond the other lane even I just turn in regularly with normal angle within my lane. (with huge clunky noise and...
Camera works on and off showing icon ,when reversing rear cross traffic alert also not working.
I just purchased this vehicle from Hertz authorized dealer in December 2024, January 2025 the Electrical system, infotainment became non functioning. This caused my vehicle to stall, on star safety charge, etc to fail and not function. No communication within the vehicle that is an electric vehicle that requires this system for all components to function and provide a safe car to drive. Power to v...
The backup camera is the vehicle works intermittently. In fact, due to the defect of the camera, I hit a wall as it shut off and I hit a wall. Upon bringing to the dealer to have it replaced, the dealership admitted that it was a faulty. They replaced with another faulty camera that works worse than the previous replaced one. This is a dangerous situation that will hurt someone.
When the steering wheel is turned, it does not return back to the center on its own. It requires me (driver) to turn the steering wheel back to center. If it is not done manually, the vehicle continues turning, possibly causing an accident. This is at lower speeds.
The vehicle was driving and lost all power and came to a stop. After about 5 seconds vehicle regained power. The "check engine light" illuminated on the dash. took to dealer and stated could not replicate problem. Only have the report from vehicle computer and the EV technician did not understand the information and had to call GM for help. Got car back and problem happen again. Dealer had GM spe...
There is a clicking, or a light clunk, sound that *I THINK* is coming from the front passenger side of the car. The sound only occurs when accelerating, most often from a stop but not always, and occasionally when breaking. It is not a repeated click. It happens once at the beginning of the acceleration or breaking process. The problem is easily reproducible. My dealer did a repair under warranty...
Showing 20 of 44 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt Ev
Has the 2023 CHEVROLET BOLT EV been recalled?
Yes, the 2023 CHEVROLET BOLT EV has 3 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2023 CHEVROLET BOLT EV have?
The 2023 CHEVROLET BOLT EV has 44 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 8 involved crashes. 5 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2023 CHEVROLET BOLT EV?
The 2023 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 2023 CHEVROLET BOLT EV?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2023 CHEVROLET BOLT EV involve steering (9 complaints), exterior lighting (5 complaints), electrical system (4 complaints). Other affected components include unknown or other, fuel/propulsion system, service brakes.
How many crash reports does the 2023 CHEVROLET BOLT EV have?
There are 8 crash reports associated with the 2023 CHEVROLET BOLT EV out of 44 total complaints (18.2% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2023 CHEVROLET BOLT EV have?
There are 1 fire reports for the 2023 CHEVROLET BOLT EV out of 44 total complaints. Fire reports are among the most serious safety concerns tracked by NHTSA.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2023 CHEVROLET BOLT EV?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2023 CHEVROLET BOLT EV.
How many injuries are reported for the 2023 CHEVROLET BOLT EV?
5 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2023 CHEVROLET BOLT EV. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2023 CHEVROLET BOLT EV?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2023 CHEVROLET BOLT EV is generally recommended. It has 44 complaints, 3 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 2023 CHEVROLET BOLT EV?
The components with the most failures on the 2023 CHEVROLET BOLT EV are: 1. STEERING (9 complaints), 2. EXTERIOR LIGHTING (5 complaints), 3. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (4 complaints), 4. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (2 complaints), 5. FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (2 complaints). STEERING is the single most-reported problem area with 9 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2023 CHEVROLET BOLT EV?
Be cautious of steering issues and exterior lighting problems, especially in snowy conditions. Regular maintenance is crucial to avoid unexpected electrical system failures. The 2023 CHEVROLET BOLT EV has 44 NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2023 CHEVROLET BOLT EV?
The 2023 CHEVROLET BOLT EV receives a reliability score of 85/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 44 owner complaints, 3 recalls, and 9 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Steering Gear Defect and Exterior Lighting Snow Accumulation.
What are the known issues with the 2023 CHEVROLET BOLT EV?
Known issues with the 2023 CHEVROLET BOLT EV include: Steering Gear Defect, Exterior Lighting Snow Accumulation, Electrical System Failure, Rack and Pinion Failure. These are based on patterns found across 44 NHTSA complaints. 3 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common issues with the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV?
Steering issues, exterior lighting problems, and electrical system failures are the most common.
Can the steering wheel return to center on its own?
No, it often requires manual adjustment, which can be dangerous.
What should I do if I experience unexpected acceleration while braking?
Seek immediate professional inspection to ensure safety.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of steering issues and exterior lighting problems, especially in snowy conditions. Regular maintenance is crucial to avoid unexpected electrical system failures.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2023 Chevrolet Bolt Ev
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt Ev. The data includes 44 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 3 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 8 reported crashes, 1 fire incidents, 5 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2023 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