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Chevrolet Volt

EPA Range: 53 miles
EPA MPG: 42 mpg
Average Retail Price
$9,125 - $10,475

Reliability

Overall Reliability
/ 100

Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how used vehicles are holding up in 17 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, and brakes to power equipment and the electrical system.

Most Common Trouble Spots
Common Trouble Spot
/ 5
Common Trouble Spot
/ 5

Owner Reported Trouble Spots

The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2017 Chevrolet Volt owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

EV Battery

Electric/hybrid battery pack failure, replacement or malfunction, or cooling.

/ 5

What Owners Say

Electric/hybrid battery pack malfunction (didn't need replacement)

"Battery stopped charging. Gasoline engine kicked in"

Anonymous A., (2017 Chevrolet Volt LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)
Electric/hybrid battery pack replacement

"Expired in carport. Dead 12V battery/. Had to be towed to dealer to replace."

Anonymous, WA (2017 Chevrolet Volt LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)

"section 3 of 4 sections was deemed inefficient; needed replacement; 4 month process due to parts availability according to Chevrolet"

Anonymous, CA (2017 Chevrolet Volt Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)

"Two months following our purchase of a new CHEVROLET Volt from a North Vancouver dealership, the car was immobilized. Would not start. Car was towed to dealership. We were given a courtesy car to drive for 7 weeks while the dealership tried to get a module for the battery. I was told the battery manufacturer was not willing to sell a module that made up approx 1/8 of the engine battery. GM did not want to replace (pay for) an entire new battery when only a 1/8 portion of the battery had failed. After 6 weeks - GM agreed to replace the entire battery - about $8,000.00 worth"

Anonymous A., BC (2017 Chevrolet Volt LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)
Other electric/hybrid battery problem

"Lost power completely when backing out of driveway. Would not restart. Onstar gave me error codes, and online search revealed a Chevrolet known problem with the Battery Energy Control Module. I was fortunate to get the part within a couple days, thanks to a CHEVROLET dealership parts manager, and service department installed within the week. The part and installation were done at no charge to me. For over a year before this event, car had a clicking noise (that service department said they couldnt hear). That noise stopped after the BECM was replaced."

Anonymous, TX (2017 Chevrolet Volt Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)

"The BECM module failed and bricked the car. It was towed in for service and GM gave me a loaner. Repairs took about 2 weeks and I was not charged for anything."

Anonymous, PA (2017 Chevrolet Volt LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)

"The vehicle stopped working in electric mode and just was powered in gas mode but it would only go about 30 mph and ran extremely rough. I drove it carefully to the Chevrolet Dealership where they fixed the problem under manufacturers warranty. Electrical charging issues are warranted up to 100K miles. ( this has recently been extended to 150K miles by Chevrolet)."

Anonymous A., IL (2017 Chevrolet Volt LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)

Exhaust

Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.

/ 5

What Owners Say

Other exhaust system problem

"EGR valve nightmare. Carboned up, set off sensor and car could not be driven. Big issue on the EGR valve and Chevrolet refuses to issue a recall and is unable to obtain/manufacture/procure new EGR replacement valve. Ordered and paid Chevrolet for new EGR valve last Nov 2023. This is Aug 2024. Still no replacements."

Anonymous A., PA (2017 Chevrolet Volt Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)

"A sensor or switch in the exhaust system caused the drive capability to shut down for the gas generator. The switch was removed so the car can be driven but we have been waiting 7 months for the part. The only apparent downside to the switch being removed is that the check engine light is on so the remote start can't be used and other engine problems won't show up with the one light already on."

Anonymous, TX (2017 Chevrolet Volt Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)

"This car has had reduced propulsion issue that was poorly diagnosed over several years (I believe as dealer tried to get us past warranty) BCEM and EGR valve issues. Parts unavailable for weeks to months. No help from Chevrolet"

Anonymous, PA (2017 Chevrolet Volt LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)

"Engine light indicated I had to replace the egr cooler."

Anonymous, ON (2017 Chevrolet Volt Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)
Other/unsure

"BECM failed. Repaired at no cost under warranty but there was a long wait"

Anonymous, GA (2017 Chevrolet Volt Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)

"Start/stop button would not recognize when car was shifted into park"

Anonymous A., MI (2017 Chevrolet Volt LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)

EV Charging

Won't charge at home; won't work with some public chargers; won't fully charge; charge connection; charge port door.

/ 5

What Owners Say

Charge connection problem

"Charging module needed to be replaced."

Anonymous, ON (2017 Chevrolet Volt Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)
Other electric/hybrid charging problem

"A condenser in the charging system failed"

Anonymous A., CO (2017 Chevrolet Volt Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)

"At times will not charge 12 V battery so system has multiple issues when 13 V battery is low"

Anonymous, PA (2017 Chevrolet Volt LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)
Won't fully charge

"The last Volt I had charged to 50-52 miles, this one only to about 42 miles"

Anonymous, NV (2017 Chevrolet Volt 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)

In-car Electronics

Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

/ 5

What Owners Say

Display screen goes blank

"Experienced infotainment display screen going blank one time. Display screen did not light up upon car start for 3 start-ups. Fixed by removing and reinstalling the fuse."

Anonymous, AZ (2017 Chevrolet Volt Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)

"Screen will go blank/freeze...which could be an issue when backing up."

Anonymous A., IA (2017 Chevrolet Volt LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)
Hardware replacement

"Screen displayed garbage and radio wouldn't work. Replacement was $2500."

Anonymous A., NM (2017 Chevrolet Volt Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)
Phone pairing (e.g., Bluetooth)

"Phone will disconnect from system, but call won't drop....then it will re-connect to system."

Anonymous A., IA (2017 Chevrolet Volt LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)

Electrical Accessories

Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

/ 5

What Owners Say

12V battery

"Replaced battery, since seven years past, and malfunctioning of hybrid battery charging occured."

Anonymous A., (2017 Chevrolet Volt LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)
Keyless entry

"The rear doors do not automatically lock and unlock with key fob causing closing the car to be unintentionally unlocked at times. Expensive to repair."

Anonymous, CA (2017 Chevrolet Volt Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)
Other electrical system problem

"There is a well documented "Shift to Park" issue with many GM / CHEVROLET models. The car's transmission does not detect it's in park and you cannot turn off the car. You can read more about it here: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2020/MC-10186071 -9999.pdf CHEVROLET dealer refused repair despite safety bulletin saying that repair would be covered under warranty. Had to contact corporate who then spent 1 to 2 weeks attempting to contact the dealer. This was the 3rd attempt at repairing issue."

Anonymous, CA (2017 Chevrolet Volt LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)
Warning lights

"Theft deterrence alarm is triggered when parked near another volt, a large group of car chargers or when parked in my garage during the day when my solar roof system is producing more than 8kwh. It was never resolved - I had the vehicle towed to the dealership 3 times. They declared my problem environmental and told me not to park near a Volt. I have figured out what to do. I I want to drive the car and it is parked in the garage or near a Volt - I start it but the car is immobilized and theft deterrent alarm light on dashboard. I then press the off button WITH NO FOOT ON BRAKE. Then press the unlock button twice on my Keyless entry Fob. Then restart the car with foot on brake - the car will start - theft deterrence lights come on - but the car will let me shift into drive and begin driving and the car operates normally. When I start the car at my destination to return home - it starts and operates normally."

Anonymous A., BC (2017 Chevrolet Volt LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)

Brakes

Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

/ 5

What Owners Say

Antilock braking system (ABS)

"ABS warning light and stability control warning light; no ABS available. Problem caused by faulty ABS sensor and front wheel hub."

Anonymous, AB (2017 Chevrolet Volt Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)
Other brakes problem

"If I brake hard, like full application of the brakes, the front left brake will not release. Recently I had to pull over on the highway because I felt resistence. The previous owner put aftermarket rims and the center cap fell out from warping from the heat. I waited a bit, turned the wheel all the way left and right and tied going again. It seemed to resolve, but this comes up whenever I'm cut off or whatever happens to require full brake application. I've not had it looked at, professionally or otherwise."

Anonymous A., (2017 Chevrolet Volt LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)

Climate System

AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

/ 5

What Owners Say

Automatic climate control

"In cold/snowy conditions, with defroster running, front windscreen fogged completely making impossible to see ahead of me. Had to slow to a crawl before the windscreen started to clear. I was able to see through at the bottom of the windscreen to navigate slowly until the entire screen cleared. The issue made operating the vehicle very dangerous."

Anonymous, CA (2017 Chevrolet Volt LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)
Heater system

"In electric-only mode, the cabin heating did not produce any heat. Dealer replaced electric heater assembly, heater coolant, heater coolant pump and heater coolant hvac control module. Repair cost $2800"

Anonymous A., MD (2017 Chevrolet Volt Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)

Fuel System/Emissions

Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.

/ 5

What Owners Say

Emission control devices (includes EGR)

"Problem not resolved.GM is unable to source part. Anticipated in August after a ten month wait."

Anonymous, WA (2017 Chevrolet Volt Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)
Other emissions/fuel system problem

"The EGR valve failed, needed a warranty repair. I have been waiting for 8 months for the part and GM still can't provide it. The electrical system works fine but now the car is unusable because the state inspection expired and it won't pass. GM has been haphazardly providing some financial support but it's murky and far below my cost. Up to the issue the car was very good, fun to drive. Visibility and cargo space could be better."

Anonymous, MA (2017 Chevrolet Volt LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)

Transmission Minor

Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.

/ 5

What Owners Say

Transmission sensor or solenoid

"Micro switch inside the shifter assembly made the car unable to be put in park or shut off. This is a common issue with this model and was repaired under the extended Voltec warranty"

Anonymous A., CA (2017 Chevrolet Volt Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)

Noises/Leaks

Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.

/ 5

What Owners Say

Powertrain cooling leaks

"Slow leak that caused the car to operate slowly. Required service to fix issue in one of the lines"

Anonymous, ON (2017 Chevrolet Volt Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)

Electric Motor

Electric drive failure, replacement or malfunction.

/ 5

What Owners Say

Electric drive motor malfunction (didn't need replacement)

"With the ICE engaged, the motor ran rough and sportaically. Was unable to drive it home on electricity alone due to the distance from home.Resulting issue was a bad spark coil. Device replaced under extended warranty."

Anonymous, CA (2017 Chevrolet Volt LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)

Suspension/Steering

Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

/ 5

What Owners Say

Wheel bearings

"Wheel bearing wear identified and failed before it could be serviced. Resulted in wheel coming off the car with driving"

Anonymous, ON (2017 Chevrolet Volt Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)

Drive System

Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

/ 5

Engine Major

Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.

/ 5

Engine Electrical

Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.

/ 5

Engine Minor

Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.

/ 5

Engine Cooling

Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.

/ 5

Body Hardware

Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.

/ 5

Paint/Trim

Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

/ 5

Transmission Major

Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.

/ 5

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POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Powertrain
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Electric Motor
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EV Battery
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EV Charging
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Engine Major
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Engine Minor
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Engine Cooling
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Engine Electrical
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Transmission Major
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Transmission Minor
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Drive System
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Fuel System/Emissions
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Exhaust
NA
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Suspension/Steering
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Brakes
NA
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Climate System
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Build Quality
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Electrical Accessories
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Body Hardware
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Paint/Trim
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Noises/Leaks
NA
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In-car Electronics
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Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for over 300,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how 2000 through 2024 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes to power equipment and the electrical accessories. NA indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.
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