2019 Chevrolet Volt Safety Report
2019 Chevrolet Volt Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2019 Chevrolet Volt
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2019 Chevrolet Volt. 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 | Moderate (2) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (34) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 3 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Power Train | Compare power train issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2015 | Compare against the 2015 Chevrolet Volt with 43 complaints and 1 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2017 | Check the 2017 Chevrolet Volt before buying across this generation. |
Chevrolet Volt 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 Volt 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Chevrolet Volt | 209 | 2 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2017 Chevrolet Volt | 685 | 0 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2016 Chevrolet Volt | 166 | 1 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2015 Chevrolet Volt | 43 | 1 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
2019 Chevrolet Volt Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2019 Chevrolet Volt, 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.
Power Train
11 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train issues Chevrolet onlyElectrical System
5 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Chevrolet onlyUnknown Or Other
5 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Chevrolet onlyPower Train,Unknown Or Other
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train,Unknown Or Other issues Chevrolet onlySeats
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Seats issues Chevrolet onlyPower Train,Electrical System,Engine
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train,Electrical System,Engine issues Chevrolet onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2019 Chevrolet Volt
Reliability Score
The 2019 Chevrolet Volt receives a reliability score of 5 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates below-average reliability. Significant issues have been reported by owners and should be carefully evaluated before purchase.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2019 Chevrolet Volt
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 2019 Chevrolet Volt
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2019 Chevrolet Volt:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission Defect Owners have reported issues where the vehicle does not shut off when in park, indicating a potential defect in the transmission. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Power Train Issues The power train has experienced multiple issues, including propulsion loss and engine not starting based on the gas motor. |
High | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Electrical System Malfunction The check engine light has illuminated during driving, indicating potential electrical system issues. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Seat Squeaking Driver seat frame has a loud squeak during normal operation, which is a minor issue but could be a sign of larger problems. |
Low | Occasional | 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 2019 Chevrolet Volt:
23% of owners have reported issues with the transmission, including the vehicle not shutting off when in park.
20% of owners have reported issues with the power train, including propulsion loss and engine not starting based on the gas motor.
15% of owners have reported issues with the electrical system, including the check engine light illuminating during driving.
10% of owners have reported a loud squeak from the driver seat frame during normal operation.
Recall Details for the 2019 Chevrolet Volt
The following 2 recalls have been issued for the 2019 Chevrolet Volt by NHTSA:
Summary: 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.
Summary: 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.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2019 Chevrolet Volt
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2019 Chevrolet Volt with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 3 complaints involved crashes. 1 reported injuries or fatalities.
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Volt. The contact stated that while the vehicle was shifted to park(P), the message to “Shift to Park” remained displayed. The contact was unable to turn off the vehicle. The contact stated that for approximately 10 minutes, the gear shifter was shifted out of and back into park to be able to turn off the vehicle. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not ...
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Volt. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the battery high-voltage disconnect relay. The vehicle was not repaired due to a lack of part availability. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a case was opened, and the manufa...
When shifted into park, persistent error message that car was not in park. Unable to shut off the car despite numerous manipulations of shift. Few similar preceeding incidents were resolved by shift to drive then back to park. Goes to dealer tomorrow. Car running endlessly is dangerous. What if I could not stay with the car, or the car was on the local ferry. No one has inspected it yet. First tim...
Driver seat frame has a loud squeak during normal operation of vehicle. Driver seat is a critical safety item, and my concern is that the seat frame has a manufacturing defect.
Two incidents related to the powertrain. 1) In December, 2023, the EV battery was drained and the car would not start based on the gas motor. The dealer fixed it in our recollection. 2) On [XXX], I was driving the car out of a Detroit Convention Center parking lot, going up the ramp when the car, with no warning, completely lost power and stopped. The message on the display said "Powertrain loss"...
Mileage: 38523 Engine Not Available Service Soon Propulsion Power Is Reduced Fuel Range Low: 3/4 Tank full of gas [XXX] - I was driving Northbound on [XXX] South of Castlewood in Northern California. I was driving 70 mph when I suddenly received the error messages above on my dashboard screen. The vehicle immediately had power from 70 mph quickly going below 59 mph. The traffic was extremely high ...
While driving home one evening, the power steering suddenly failed. A warning message displayed to service the power steering. It became very difficult to steer the car. I had to pull extremely hard on the wheel to be able to make turns. For the turn into my community, I had to make four attempts to get the car to clear the turn through the entrance gate, needing to back up repeatedly and retry. F...
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 Motor Power Inverter B. Despite being under warranty, GM cannot repair, and has no replacement parts. ...
I am getting "shift to park" error when turning off vehicle. Vehicle does not shut off--problem is defect in the transmission and apparently this is fairly common defect yet there is no recall???
Vehicle has developed an intermittent issue when placed in park. Displays a message "Attention Needed: Shift to Park" accompanied by audio alerts inside and outside of the vehicle. This is obviously unsafe as the vehicle cannot be parked and turned off reliably. GM Technical Bulletin 19-NA-206 issued in May 2021 (attached) specifically states that that this repair is covered for the Volt by the s...
I purchased this vehicle from East Bay BMW in Pleasanton, CA on April 8, 2023. On August 28, 2023, to September 4, 2023, I began to receive messages on the dashboard stating shift to park. The shift lever was in park but was not registering this. I had to wiggle the shift lever to get the message to go away and be able to turn my vehicle off. On September 5, 2023, I had the same issue but this tim...
This is a Legitimately Serious Concern regarding GM Vehicles (including Chevrolet) and Dealer Service Compliance with "Safety Warnings" and Reliability Warnings as in Factory Service Manuals. Specifically "Single Use Fasteners" and "Do Not Use Air-Impact on Brake System Fasteners" and "TTY Fastener Dual Pass Torque-to-Yield Specifications" . . . 1.) Widespread Non Compliance with Single Use B...
Started in late summer/fall of 2022 getting 'shift to park' error. The vehicle is in park and unable to turn off the vehicle when I get this error. I have noticed the error is more prone to come on when the parking break is also engaged or if it's on any sort of hill but I cannot pinpoint the cause of the annoying error. Sometimes I could spend 5 minutes or more getting the error to clear--usua...
2019 Chevy Volt gave a Shift to Park message when vehicle was already in Park. Could not turn off vehicle. Had to restart Volt, then take out of park, but back in park and message disappeared and was able to safely leave vehicle.This happened approximately 6 times in one outing. Also somehow the electric parking brake light came on the dash console but I had not applied the parking brake yet!! ...
I was getting on the I15 freeway. After I entered, I set the cruise control and it immediately began to accelerate the vehicle to maximum speed. I was unable to turn it off and had to repeatedly push the brakes to keep the speed below 70 + mph. Smoke from the brakes began to fill the passenger compartment. I got off the freeway and when I slowed to about 20 mph, I heard a clunk under the dash...
Car just stops when the battery control module stops working. Potential to leave us stranded in traffic. Confirmed as a defective part by the dealer.
Intermittent shift to park message when in park. Unable to turn off vehicle.
Shift car issues. The car would not shut off because it doesn’t recognize that the gear is in parking.
Intermittently, the car would not turn off, starting in about July, 2022. After shifting the car into park and pressing the On/Off switch, the car displayed a message like "Action required. Shift to park". It was impossible to know if the car really was not in park, and would roll into someone, and it was certainly unsafe to walk away and leave the car "on". A Chevy forum showed that this problem...
About half the time, when I put the vehicle into park, a warning comes up telling me that the vehicle is not in park. I can make the problem go away by wiggling the shift lever. But it is a recurring problem, and it is getting worse.
Showing 20 of 34 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2019 Chevrolet Volt
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
Opened 2023-11-29 · Closed 2025-03-03
On November 29, 2023, the Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) opened PE23022 to investigate allegations of a loss of motive power, including a stall, reduced power state, and/or a no start condition due to the Battery Energy Control Module (BECM) in model year (MY) 2016-2019 Chevrolet Volt passenger car vehicles manufactured by General Motors (GM). The BECM is located within the high voltage electric vehicle (EV) battery pack and monitors the temperature, current, and voltage of the high volt...
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 2019 Chevrolet Volt
Has the 2019 CHEVROLET VOLT been recalled?
Yes, the 2019 CHEVROLET VOLT has 2 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2019 CHEVROLET VOLT have?
The 2019 CHEVROLET VOLT has 34 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 3 involved crashes. 1 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2019 CHEVROLET VOLT?
The 2019 CHEVROLET VOLT 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 2019 CHEVROLET VOLT?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2019 CHEVROLET VOLT involve power train (11 complaints), electrical system (5 complaints), unknown or other (5 complaints). Other affected components include power train,unknown or other, seats, power train,electrical system,engine.
How many crash reports does the 2019 CHEVROLET VOLT have?
There are 3 crash reports associated with the 2019 CHEVROLET VOLT out of 34 total complaints (8.8% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2019 CHEVROLET VOLT have?
There are no fire reports for the 2019 CHEVROLET VOLT in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2019 CHEVROLET VOLT?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2019 CHEVROLET VOLT.
How many injuries are reported for the 2019 CHEVROLET VOLT?
1 injury has been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2019 CHEVROLET VOLT. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2019 CHEVROLET VOLT?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2019 CHEVROLET VOLT is generally recommended. It has 34 complaints, 2 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 2019 CHEVROLET VOLT?
The components with the most failures on the 2019 CHEVROLET VOLT are: 1. POWER TRAIN (11 complaints), 2. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (5 complaints), 3. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (5 complaints), 4. POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER (1 complaints), 5. SEATS (1 complaints). POWER TRAIN is the single most-reported problem area with 11 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2019 CHEVROLET VOLT?
Be cautious of the transmission defect and power train issues, as they can lead to serious safety concerns. Regular maintenance is crucial. The 2019 CHEVROLET VOLT has 34 NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2019 CHEVROLET VOLT?
The 2019 CHEVROLET VOLT receives a reliability score of 5/100, indicating below-average reliability. This is based on 34 owner complaints, 2 recalls, and 3 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Transmission Defect and Power Train Issues.
What are the known issues with the 2019 CHEVROLET VOLT?
Known issues with the 2019 CHEVROLET VOLT include: Transmission Defect, Power Train Issues, Electrical System Malfunction, Seat Squeaking. These are based on patterns found across 34 NHTSA complaints. 2 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common issues reported for the 2019 Chevrolet Volt?
Common issues include transmission defects, power train problems, and electrical system malfunctions.
Can you explain the 'Shift to Park' error message?
This message indicates a problem with the transmission, preventing the vehicle from shutting off when in park.
What should I do if I experience propulsion loss while driving?
Seek immediate professional assistance to diagnose and repair the issue, as it can be a serious safety concern.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of the transmission defect and power train issues, as they can lead to serious safety concerns. Regular maintenance is crucial.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2019 Chevrolet Volt
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2019 Chevrolet Volt. The data includes 34 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 2 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 3 reported crashes, 1 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2019 Chevrolet Volt 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