2013 Chevrolet Volt Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 2%of 308 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 62,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the body and structure of the 2013 Chevrolet Volt, 2% of the 308 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 62,000 miles.
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.
“My VOLT rear tail light is full of water. Dealer told me nothing they can do. This car has never been hit, bumped, or even been into a car wash. Feel this is a manufacturing defect and I cannot get anyone to listen to me. I see a lot of people on line having the same problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10736224, filed 2015-07, 62,000 miles“When I was purchasing the car, the salesman was demonstrating the emergency trunk safety release. When he pulled on it, the release device broke off. He told me to return after a few weeks to get a replacement. I just saw the story about lexus having similar issues. It's easy to get into the main cabin from the trunk in the VOLT, so it isn't a real safety issue, but it should be tracked since I'm sure Chevrolet uses similar devices in their other cars.”
NHTSA complaint #10479956, filed 2012-10, 32 miles“There is a design flaw in the body of the vehicle that causes water to leak in and pool in the front passenger floorboard. There are lots of electrical components near where this water pools that could cause a safety issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11376637, filed 2020-11, 80,000 miles“Bottom half of the front windshield on the driver side was not properly bonded to the body. Problem was noticed due to a whistling noise at freeway speeds. Pushed on the glass from the inside I was able to move the glass with little pressure.”
NHTSA complaint #10522126, filed 2013-06, 500 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11014171Jan 31, 2025This service bulletin provides information on proper use of floor mats.
- 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.
- 11009764Sep 21, 2024This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
- 10250244Jan 18, 2024This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 10239124Jun 30, 2023This service bulletin provides information on Paintless Dent Repair Process.
- 10235561Apr 4, 2023This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 10234207Mar 8, 2023This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a Battery Saver Message or red Battery Indicator displayed in the…
- 10232283Feb 17, 2023This PI provides information on Rear and Side Tempered Glass Spots (Quench Marks) and that they are a normal characteristic.
Body and structure: other model years
Other parts of the 2013 Chevrolet Volt
161 complaintsElectrical system
63 complaintsFuel system
53 complaintsEngine
37 complaintsSeats
31 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
24 complaintsBrakes
20 complaintsOther or unknown
15 complaintsTires
6 complaintsVehicle speed control
6 complaintsSteering
5 complaintsHybrid propulsion system
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 Chevrolet Volt
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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