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Fuel systemPart report

2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV Fuel system Problems

Complaints
7about this part
Share
11%of 62 total for the year
Median mileage
—not reported
Trend
Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.

NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the fuel system of the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 11% of the 62 complaints for this model year. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.

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.

“Twice now within three months while I was backing up as I was parking the car parallel to the curb, the car suddenly accelerated at a much faster pace and projected the car backwards. Luckily no property or individuals were hurt. It would appear that the accelerator or speed control failed at the lower speeds required when backing up to parallel park. I saw no warning lights on the dash however may have been looking back as I was parking. The dealer did not find any code to indicate a system failure. They suggested that we removed the after-market mats.”

NHTSA complaint #11595897, filed 2024-06

“The vehicle was driving and lost all power and came to a stop. After about 5 seconds vehicle regained power. The check engine light illuminated on the dash. took to dealer and stated could not replicate problem. Only have the report from vehicle computer and the EV technician did not understand the information and had to call GM for help. Got car back and problem happen again. Dealer had GM specialist out to help. GM reset computer and problem just happens again.”

NHTSA complaint #11636983, filed 2025-01

“Sudden rapid acceleration of car while parking vehicle on December 20, 2023 at approximately 2:00pm. The sudden rapid acceleration caused the vehicle to jump a curb and hit the base of the light pole damaging the right front of the car. Car was towed to the dealership and is currently there. If the car had not hit the base of the light pole, the car could have continued on into a driving lane possibly striking another car or pedestrian. To date , 12/31/23, the car has not been inspected to my knowledge. There was no warning lamps or messages. …”

NHTSA complaint #11562910, filed 2024-01

“The vehicle suffers from severe, unresolvable electrical failures causing recurring loss of propulsion, shifting lockouts ( No Driving Conditions / stuck in Park), complete exterior lighting failures, and loss of communication with the Restraints Control Module (RCM) and airbag impact sensors. The primary failure involves short circuits, open circuits, poor terminal contact, and thermal damage with melted, charred wiring and exposed copper in the main harness[cite: 6]. On May 25, 2026, OnStar telematics issued a critical red alert for the Regenerative Braking System[cite: 7]. …”

NHTSA complaint #11754113, filed 2026-08

“I own a 2023 Chevy Bolt EV. Around 9/27/24 at 5,144 miles, the vehicle began experiencing serious electrical and propulsion issues. It has been to the dealership six times, each requiring a tow due to total loss of function. Issues include blown fuses, charging failures, shifting problems, propulsion loss, and repeated warning messages. Repairs have involved fuse box replacements, a new wiring harness, and other electrical components. The car has spent over 100 hours inactive at the dealership. Problems have been confirmed by technicians, but persist despite repairs. …”

NHTSA complaint #11678653, filed 2025-08

Related service bulletins

Fuel system: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2027117%
2023711%
20221119%
20211522%
20203118%
20194425%
20181112%
20177020%

Other parts of the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV

Electrical system
18 complaints
Steering
17 complaints
Other or unknown
10 complaints
Brakes
8 complaints
Exterior lighting
6 complaints
Air bags
5 complaints
Engine
4 complaints
Back-over prevention (rear camera)
3 complaints
Suspension
3 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
3 complaints
Vehicle speed control
3 complaints
Forward collision avoidance
2 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2023 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.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology