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2021 Chevrolet Bolt Ev Recalls & Known Issues

Check recalls and known issues for the 2021 Chevrolet Bolt Ev. Safety information and reliability rating.

Reliability Overview

average

The 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV has significant safety recalls related to high voltage battery fire risk, though repairs are provided free by dealers. Common owner-reported issues include DC/DC converter failures and 12V battery degradation, resulting in average overall reliability.

Open Recalls (3)

Electrical System

The high voltage battery could catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity due to failed installation of advanced diagnostic software.

Campaign: 22V-930 | Reported: 2024-12-16

Electrical System

General Motors is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles previously repaired under this recall because the installation of advanced diagnostic software may have failed, creating a risk of high voltage battery fire when charged to full capacity.

Campaign: 21V-650 | Reported: 2021-08-01

Electrical System

Expansion of recall covering risk of high-voltage battery pack catching fire in Chevrolet Bolt vehicles.

Campaign: 21V-560 | Reported: 2021-07-01

Known Issues

High voltage battery fire risk

Typical mileage: Any mileage

high

$0 - $0

DC/DC converter failure

Typical mileage: 40,000-80,000

medium

$1,200 - $2,500

12V battery degradation

Typical mileage: 30,000-60,000

medium

$150 - $300

Infotainment system glitches

Typical mileage: Any mileage

low

$0 - $500

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