2012 Chevrolet Volt Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 37about this part
- Share
- 15%of 245 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 77,500miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 37 complaints about the fuel system of the 2012 Chevrolet Volt, 15% of the 245 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 77,500 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Warning message saying I had limited propulsion came on when driving normally in neighborhood.. No warning light came on with it. I could no longer accelerate. I pulled over and turned off the car. Turned it back on and message and problem were gone. This is second event like this.”
NHTSA complaint #11121266, filed 2018-08, 78,000 miles“Temperature sensors responsible for monitoring the battery pack fail unexpectedly. Sometimes displaying a battery too cold plug into warm message or a check engine light. Personally, this is the second time I've had a sensor fail. The entire module containing the failed sensor must be replaced. The battery is made up of three different sections called modules. When a sensor fails, the car will simply refuse to start despite being within a normal operating temperature range. I've had the message display when in motion. …”
NHTSA complaint #11396561, filed 2021-02, 75,000 miles“I was driving the car normally in electric mode, and parked it with one mile remaining of electricity. Upon restarting the car a few minutes later, the gasoline engine came on and was revving at a very high rate. In addition, a pop-up message on the dashboard read 'propulsion power is reduced.' the engine continued to rev high and I was only able to achieve a speed of about 30 MPH during my two-mile ride home. Upon parking the car in garage and charging it, the problem disappeared. It was 90 degrees outside when this happened.”
NHTSA complaint #11343525, filed 2020-08, 57,000 miles“Evse charging cable stopped working. Gm flip flopped over the last year on warranty coverage. I have technical service bulletins with the warranty coverage status changed from v (voltec), to bumper-to-bumper, in the middle of the warranty period as of dec 1st, 2017 (not what I agreed to when I purchased the car). Unable to charge vehicle at home without it. Gm replaced a significant number of these units under a recall campaign between 2012-2013, only for a portion of the VIN #'s from the 2011-2012 model year. Mine was not included. …”
NHTSA complaint #11074332, filed 2018-02, 50,000 miles“Takata recall: this has happened several times over the last 2-3 years. I believe it happens mostly after the car has been sitting for an hour and after the engine is on gas only. I will drive a few minutes and the warning light comes on the propulsion power is reduced. I have to stop and pull over. The car will not accelerate. It has happened in all temps and all times of day. The engine runs rough and my gas mileage plummets. The last 2 times the battery has recharged while I drove it with additional battery only time of up to 5 miles. …”
NHTSA complaint #11078652, filed 2018-03, 70,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11024324Sep 4, 2025This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides Lithium-Ion battery Exchange Process and Transaction Submission information.
- 11023365May 14, 2025This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides Lithium-Ion battery Exchange Process and Transaction Submission information.
- 11013239Jan 14, 2025This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides Lithium-Ion battery Exchange Process and Transaction Submission information.
- 11012678Dec 12, 2024This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides Lithium-Ion battery Exchange Process and Transaction Submission information.
- 11011896Nov 21, 2024This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides Lithium-Ion battery Exchange Process and Transaction Submission information.
- 11008893Aug 20, 2024This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides Lithium-Ion battery Exchange Process and Transaction Submission information.
- 11004727Jun 29, 2024This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 11000361May 3, 2024This bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on the Lithium-Ion battery section and small pack exchange procedure.
- 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…
- 10250505Feb 7, 2024This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 2 | 6% |
| 2018 | 76 | 33% |
| 2017 | 237 | 34% |
| 2016 | 65 | 38% |
| 2015 | 11 | 25% |
| 2014 | 19 | 20% |
| 2013 | 53 | 17% |
| 2012 | 37 | 15% |
| 2011 | 6 | 12% |
Other parts of the 2012 Chevrolet Volt
86 complaintsElectrical system
86 complaintsEngine
26 complaintsBrakes
24 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
22 complaintsOther or unknown
17 complaintsSeats
14 complaintsVehicle speed control
11 complaintsSteering
6 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsExterior lighting
5 complaintsElectronic stability control
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2012 Chevrolet Volt
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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