2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV Equipment Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 1%of 176 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the equipment of the 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 1% of the 176 complaints for this model year.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“About one month ago (ironically at about the same time Enel X pulled out of the US and Canada) we noticed a burning smell when we charged our Bolt, at home, using our JuiceBox type 2 charger. At first we thought it was the car, but nothing appeared amiss. We charged the car 3-4 times during this month time period, and the smell was present every time. After the last charge (one week ago), I checked the NEMA receptacle and discovered it was partially melted and one prong of the plug was coated in black tar . …”
NHTSA complaint #11626260, filed 2024-11Related service bulletins
- 10254014Apr 16, 2024This service bulletin provides information on the Transport Mode Feature, also known as Logistics mode, which is used to increase the 12V Battery stand time of the vehicle during…
- 10253527Apr 10, 2024This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
- 10253526Apr 8, 2024This bulletin updates the position of General Motors on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM has determined that wheel refinishing under warranty will no longer be performed.
- 10252774Mar 26, 2024This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
- 10252128Mar 22, 2024This service bulletin provides diagnostic and repair information for instances when DTC P0BBD may set.
- 10252126Mar 21, 2024This service bulletin provides information on submitting quality Photos of Various Vehicle Concerns to the GM Technical Assistance Center (TAC).
- 10251888Mar 11, 2024This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
- 10251889Mar 10, 2024This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S. Only).
- 10251633Mar 6, 2024This service bulletin provides a procedure to correct the condition of Charge Limited to 80% After Reaching 10,000 km (6,213 miles) for Recall N212345944 or N212345945.
- 10251635Mar 4, 2024This service bulletin provides information on All hazmat parts being returned to the Warranty Parts Center (WPC) must be shipped using Central Transport. Hazardous materials…
Equipment: other model years
Other parts of the 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV
95 complaintsFuel system
31 complaintsSteering
23 complaintsOther or unknown
21 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
11 complaintsEngine
8 complaintsVehicle speed control
8 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsSeat belts
6 complaintsExterior lighting
5 complaintsLane departure
5 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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