2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV Problems, Recalls & Complaints
NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints for the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV, and what to keep if your vehicle keeps going back to the shop.
Recall campaigns
3
NHTSA owner complaints as of November 6, 2026, from NHTSA's complaint data files.
63
Data last refreshed (Eastern time)
November 6, 2026
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2023 Bolt EV and 63 owner complaints; the most-reported component in owner complaints is electrical system, with 17 reports.
Counts come from NHTSA records for this model year and refresh daily. Complaints are unverified owner reports; one complaint can name more than one component.
Top Reported Problems
Owner complaints grouped by NHTSA component (top 8). Linked components open a page comparing models for that problem.
- STEERING17
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER10
- SERVICE BRAKES8
- FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM7
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING6
- AIR BAGS6
- ENGINE4
2023 Bolt EV Recall Records
Campaigns can apply only to specific configurations and production dates. Confirm whether your VIN is affected with NHTSA or the manufacturer.
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER | STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS · 23V845000
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.
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 will need to have the new remedy performed. Owners may contact GM EV Concierge at 1-833-EVCHEVY (1-833-382-4389) (TTY 711 / 1-800-833-2438) or Customer Service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N232421970.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL · 23V567000
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.
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.
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER | STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS · 22V930000
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.
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.
2023 Bolt EV Service Bulletins
A service bulletin is a manufacturer's repair instruction to dealers. It is not a recall and does not by itself establish a defect or a claim.
Manufacturer communications filed with NHTSA for this model year, newest first. A bulletin may apply only to certain configurations. Source data refreshes daily.
| Number | Date | Component | Summary | NHTSA record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PIT6457C | Sep 28, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This preliminary information is for technicians that may see DTCs that are history and should not perform any part replacements. They should follow the notes mentioned prior to… | 11038136 |
| PIC6540K | Sep 28, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio. | 11038132 |
| PIT5698F | Sep 26, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it. | 11037555 |
| PIP4902W | Sep 4, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. | 11037253 |
| PIC6551C | Aug 20, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues | 11036392 |
| N252530430-01 | Aug 19, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Certain vehicles may have a condition where a false diagnostic trouble code (DTC) is set. Dealers are to reprogram the Hybrid Powertrain Control Module 2. | 11036284 |
| PIT5099J | Jul 21, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | PI to help diagnose A/C concern | 11035340 |
| PIT5966F | Jun 23, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates an issue with an OTA pending message still displayed after an OTA event and how to reset/clear the message. | 11034769 |
| PIT6519 | May 27, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This preliminary information is to inform technicians and customers that the voice command will be inoperative when trying to open applications. Engineering is investigating and… | 11033150 |
| PIC6540J | May 14, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio. | 11032784 |
| PIC6540H | May 11, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio. | 11032767 |
| PIC6423A | May 11, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Pi created to provide GM dealers with information on gathering information for projection issue | 11032764 |
| PIC6551B | May 11, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues | 11032763 |
| PIC6540G | Apr 30, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio. | 11032560 |
| PIC6540G | Apr 30, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio. | 11032559 |
| PIT3271Q | Apr 1, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available. | 11030974 |
| N25-250552 | Mar 21, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Improvements to OnStar functionality. | 11030532 |
| PIP6104 | Mar 9, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect. | 11030092 |
| PIP4902V | Mar 9, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. | 11030091 |
| N252541510 | Mar 3, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Certain vehicles may have been sold with a GM NACS Level 2 EV charging adapter (NACS to J1772) in which a quality issue was identified. Dealers are to provide the customer with… | 11029444 |
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