2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 22about this part
- Share
- 6%of 350 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 21,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 22 complaints about the brakes of the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 6% of the 350 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 21,000 miles. 3 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Brakes started making noise at 27,000 miles . We drive in l mode never touch the brakes. Dealership said metal to metal on all 4 wheels. I said that's impossible we don't use the brakes . They wouldn't consider a warranty problem. Raped me for new brakes. $800.”
NHTSA complaint #11408490, filed 2021-04, 27,000 miles“18k miles in, 1 wheel is getting very hot. Dealer cannot find anything wrong. Has never mentioned it before, but says they recommend regular caliper slide pin cleaning and lubing. Wants $200. If it's a bad caliper, then it should be covered under warranty. They will do nothing. So I have at least 1 non-functional brake at 18k miles. Sounds like a safety hazard.”
NHTSA complaint #11207687, filed 2019-05, 18,000 miles“Unless the brake pedal is depressed there is a rapid ticking noise coming from the master brake cylinder upon opening the door, even without engaging the start button. This sound continues whether the car is stationary or moving under all traveling or stationary conditions unless the brake pedal is depressed slightly. We first became aware, really noticeable, about it upon opening the car door in july, 2020.”
NHTSA complaint #11382729, filed 2020-12, 24,000 miles“3 times in the first1500 miles small stones have become lodged in the breaking, in both front wheels and never I the back wheels. There is a design defect that allows stones to enter between the backing plate and the rotor. The become stuck (lodged) there and, in addition to creating a loud screeching noise, could impair braking and steering, creating a safety hazard. All this happens when the car is moving.”
NHTSA complaint #11039949, filed 2017-10, 1,000 miles“There is a rapid tapping noise coming from the brake booster upon opening the door. Tapping the brakes will make the noise stop. For a few weeks this would stop the noise until the next occurrence after sitting for hours. It has progressed so that the tapping will return as soon as the brake pedal is released and continue while driving. Upon parking, the noise will persist for up to a couple of minutes and then stop. Problem continues. I tried to attach an audio file but it wasn't accepted as an approved file.”
NHTSA complaint #11415973, filed 2021-05, 12,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11017173Mar 21, 2025This informational bulletin instructs the tech when fuel/fluid is needed to be tested and where it can be sent for analysis.
- 11014230Jan 31, 2025This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11011709Nov 5, 2024This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11000550May 3, 2024This service bulletin provides information about GM Accessories - Dealer-Installed, Repaired or Replaced During Warranty Coverage Period.
- 10253061Mar 4, 2024This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel…
Brakes: other model years
Other parts of the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV
125 complaintsElectrical system
114 complaintsFuel system
70 complaintsOther or unknown
34 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
27 complaintsEngine
16 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
12 complaintsVehicle speed control
11 complaintsSuspension
8 complaintsLane departure
6 complaintsSeats
5 complaintsWheels
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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