2019 Chevrolet Volt Problems
Compared with other Chevrolet Volt years
Typical for this model
37/100 0.7× a typical year · 50 = typical
- Complaint rate is 0.7× that of a typical Chevrolet Volt year, weighted for crashes, fires, injuries, recalls and mileage, and allowing for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints.
- 7 of its 34 complaints were filed by the end of 2021.
- Most reported part: Transmission and drivetrain (16 complaints, median 5,200 mi).
- 2 recall campaigns on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 34filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 21,750miles, 6 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 / 5stars overall
- EPA fuel economy
- 42 mpgcombined (gas only), 1.5L 4-cyl · plug-in hybrid FWD · 43 city / 42 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2019 Chevrolet Volt (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 34 consumer complaints for the 2019 Chevrolet Volt. The part named most often is transmission and drivetrain, with 16 complaints (47% of the total), followed by electrical system (11) and other or unknown (8). 6 of the complaints include a mileage, and 83% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 21,750 miles. Of all complaints, 3 involved a crash, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 631 technical service bulletins for this model year. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 63 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 1 NHTSA investigation and 158 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Compared with the other 8 Chevrolet Volt model years that have at least 25 complaints and are old enough to compare, this one scores 37 out of 100, where 50 is a typical year for the model (typical for this model). The comparison allows for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints, but not for how many vehicles were sold.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Electrical system11 32%
- Other or unknown8 24%
- Brakes3 8.8%
- Engine3 8.8%
- Fuel system2 5.9%
- Seats1 2.9%
- Steering1 2.9%
Also reported: Vehicle speed control (1).
Example complaints
Transmission and drivetrain: “Brand new car suddenly stalled while driving - still had about 10 EV miles left and a full tank of gas when it happened, traveling straight at around 45mph. Messages displayed on dash telling me propulsion power reduced to 0 and shift to park , giving me about 30 seconds to pull over before it completely stopped. Restarted car several times, but initializing wait to shift and propulsion power reduced messages displayed, as well as check engine light. Car would not shift out of park, even to neutral. …”
NHTSA complaint #11163841, filed 2018-12, 1,723 milesElectrical system: “Had shift to park appear and car would not shut off. If you play with it it might shut off but will not allow it to restart. Gm is aware of this and has put multiple TSB's out to fix it and now they have a new one. It affects all gen 2 volts and other models. It can strand you if it happens. This should be a recall no one wants to be stranded in the dark anywhere.”
NHTSA complaint #11383858, filed 2020-12, 5,200 milesOther or unknown: “'shift to park' issue. After powering off car I get an alert on dashboard that looks like this 'see image'. This happens even though the vehicle is set to park. Vehicle will not turn off until jiggling the shift handle or turning on car and re setting shift handle to park. Recurring issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11413280, filed 2021-04, 40,000 milesBrakes: “Leasing 2019 chevy VOLT from dgdg chevy: end of september -- major safety issue (brakes): end of september 2019, the vehicle had limited brake power (check engine light on and traction control disabled). When braking, the car makes very loud (system noise) and skids while braking. After nearly crashing the car couple of times in the highway (due to very poor braking), car was turned into chevy dgdg and problem was confirmed. Car was returned back second week of october and initial issues went away. …”
NHTSA complaint #11309907, filed 2020-02, 8,500 milesMileage when problems were reported
83% of the 6 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 5,200 and 40,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2019 Chevrolet Volt. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volt · hatchback FWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 · 9.3% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2019 model year: forward collision warning optional, lane departure warning optional, automatic emergency braking not available.
Neighbouring years: 2018: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2019 Chevrolet Volt version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving); plug-in hybrid figures are for gasoline-only (hybrid mode) driving, so no annual cost is shown.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volt FWD | 1.5L 4-cyl · plug-in hybrid | CVT | 43 | 42 | 42 gas only | — |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 18V673000Sep 26, 2018Seat belts › Rear/otherCovers: Chevrolet Volt 2018–2019, Suburban 2018–2019, GMC Yukon XL 2018–2019 +3 more
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Cadillac CT6, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Volt, and GMC Yukon XL vehicles. Certain second-row or third-row rear seatbelts retractor assemblies may not automatically lock when the seatbelt is fully…
- 18V576000Aug 30, 2018Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › CaliperCovers: Chevrolet Volt 2018–2019, Equinox 2018–2019, Impala 2018–2019 +7 more
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The…
Recall details for the 2019 Chevrolet Volt → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- PE23022Loss of Motive Power due to the Battery Energy Control ModuleClosed · Nov 29, 2023
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 631 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11037555Sep 26, 2026Other or unknown. This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.
- 11037253Sep 4, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11035340Jul 21, 2026Other or unknown. PI to help diagnose A/C concern
- 11030974Apr 1, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.
- 11030092Mar 9, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.
- 11030091Mar 9, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11029950Mar 2, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC'ss
- 11027697Jan 16, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC's
- 11027601Jan 8, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11025755Nov 20, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer’s vehicles that exhibit…
Other model years of the Chevrolet Volt
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 34 | 21,750 | 2 | 5 | 42 | 37 · Typical | Stable |
| 2018 | 226 | 24,579 | 2 | 5 | 42 | 100 · More | Rising |
| 2017 | 703 | 36,218 | 0 | 5 | 42 | 100 · More | Stable |
| 2016 | 170 | 43,045 | 1 | — | 42 | 50 · Typical | Rising |
| 2015 | 44 | 38,000 | 1 | 5 | 37 | 28 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2014 | 93 | 50,900 | 0 | 5 | 37 | 38 · Typical | Falling |
| 2013 | 308 | 67,000 | 3 | 5 | 37 | 100 · More | Falling |
| 2012 | 245 | 80,000 | 2 | 5 | 37 | 92 · More | Falling |
| 2011 | 49 | 72,500 | 1 | 5 | 37 | 20 · Fewer | Falling |
All Chevrolet Volt model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2019 Chevrolet Volt have?
NHTSA recorded 34 consumer complaints for the 2019 Chevrolet Volt as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2019 Chevrolet Volt is reported most often?
Transmission and drivetrain is named most often, in 16 complaints (47% of the total), followed by electrical system with 11.
Has the 2019 Chevrolet Volt been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2019 Chevrolet Volt do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2019 Chevrolet Volt 5 out of 5 stars overall. Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2019 Chevrolet Volt get?
The EPA rates the 2019 Chevrolet Volt (Volt, 1.5L 4-cyl · plug-in hybrid) at 42 mpg combined, 43 city and 42 highway when running on gasoline in hybrid mode. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2019 Chevrolet Volt reported?
Among the 6 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 21,750 miles and the middle half falls between 5,200 and 40,000 miles; 83% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.