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2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV recalls and problems

The 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV has 1 safety recall and 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
7
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV recalls

Recall 26V-114: Equipment

Reported Feb 26, 2026 · 5,861 vehicles affected · General Motors, LLC

Problem: General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, Silverado EV, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV, Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, Sierra EV, Terrain, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, “Occupant Protection.”

Risk: Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Fix: Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N252540430. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 26, 2026.

2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Forward Collision Avoidance4
Service Brakes4
Electrical System2
Power Train2
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Lane Departure1
Steering1

Most reported parts

  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 2
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 2
  • Lane Departure › Assist — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 900 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Steering · reported Nov 4, 2026
1. Unexpected sudden automatic hard braking during normal conditions-many times so far. -Dealer blamed it on the poor quality of the sensor and automatic braking system on the 2027 chevy bolt. 2. Wandering steering and failure for steering wheel to return to center after minor turns and lane changes. wandering steering/tracking fixed after dealer replaced the rack/steering gear but the "return to center" failure still persists. I am taking it in for the 3rd time tomorrow (11/45/2026)
Service Brakes · reported Oct 21, 2026
I am reporting a serious vehicle control hazard concerning the One-Pedal Driving (OPD) implementation on the 2027 Chevrolet Bolt RS. The vehicle enforces automatic rolling/creeping behaviors in reverse, creating a dangerous conflict with muscle memory. When One-Pedal Driving is active, a driver expects the vehicle to come to a complete stop and hold when lifting off the accelerator. However, because the system does not allow the customization or complete disablement of OPD or the creep function while in reverse gear, it introduces a severe human-factors safety risk during low-speed maneuvers.…
Service Brakes · reported Sep 19, 2026
This is in regard to the automatic emergency braking function in my new 2027 Chevrolet Bolt. While driving, the emergency braking system suddenly activated the brakes. It was unanticipated, unnecessary, and violent to the extent my wife, in the passenger seat, later reported headache and neck pain. I did not report this to the dealer and it has not been inspected. Apparently, this is what the car is designed to do. I have managed to turn off this system but it defaults to "on" every time I turn the car off. There appears no permanent way to deactivate this system.
Service Brakes · reported Aug 28, 2026
The brake pedal can easily become disconnected from the electronic brake booster behind the firewall. When this happens, it stops all driver aids. The safety issue is it can happen while driving, and if using adaptive cruise control, or GM super cruise, if one pedal driving is on, it can without warning substantially slow the car, and has the potential to cause an accident. Its not too far to think the dislodging can cause the boost arm to be placed in a position to prevent full brakeing either. I have not taken it in because it is a design flaw of the system I believe. From searching online…
Electrical System · reported Aug 7, 2026
2027 CHEVROLET BOLT – SUDDEN FORWARD LURCH / PROPULSION EVENT WITH MULTIPLE COMMUNICATION FAULT CODES While driving my new 2027 Chevrolet Bolt, I was stopped at a traffic light. When the light changed, I applied the accelerator gently to move forward. The vehicle suddenly produced a loud bang or clunk and lurched sharply forward. All of the yellow instrument panel lights flashed on for a few seconds. The acceleration was abrupt and substantially different from my accelerator input. Surrounding drivers were alarmed. The event was sufficiently forceful and unexpected that I considered it a…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV: 26V-114 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV?

Owners report forward collision avoidance problems most often (4 reports), followed by service brakes (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 900 miles.

Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.