2015 Chevrolet Volt recalls
Reported Jul 10, 2015 · 10 vehicles affected · General Motors LLC
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles manufactured November 8, 2013, to March 12, 2015, and 2015 Chevrolet Volt vehicles manufactured April 11, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the inner tie rod may not be tightened to specification allowing the tie rod to separate from the steering gear.
Risk: Separation of the tie rod from the steering gear could result in the loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear assembly, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 15386.
2015 Chevrolet Volt problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Electrical System | 18 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 11 | |
| Engine | 8 | |
| Air Bags | 7 | |
| Power Train | 6 | |
| Service Brakes | 6 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | |
| Structure | 2 | |
| Tires | 2 | |
| Seats | 2 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Electrical System › Wiring — 1
- Structure › Body › Hatchback/Liftgate — 1
- Structure › Body — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 38,000 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 2015 Chevrolet Volt complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Fuel/Propulsion System · reported Aug 17, 2026
The vehicle experienced a catastrophic charging system failure. When connected to the wall charger, the charge port becomes hot to the touch within seconds. The charger connector has now cracked from heat stress, and the wall charger itself previously melted due to electrical backfeed from the vehicle. The vehicle refuses to charge at all. This appears to be a thermal event and fire-risk safety defect involving the onboard charger, wiring harness, or battery management system. Insurance refused coverage due to the nature of the electrical failure. The vehicle is unsafe to charge or operate.
Service Brakes · reported Dec 22, 2025
A "service brakes" warning came up when I was parked in a parking lot and immediately afterwards the brakes stopped working when I was reversing in the parking lot and I almost backed up into another car. I had my car towed to Paradise Chevrolet and they diagnosed the problem as a faulty "brake pressure modulator valve" (BPMV) that needs to be replaced. I saw that there is a recall for the 2012 Chevy Volt for the same issue, faulty BPMV.
Electrical System · reported Nov 14, 2025
My 2015 Chevy Volt has been experiencing ongoing mechanical and electrical issues, including random power loss, reduced propulsion warnings, and sudden vehicle shutdowns with no prior indication. These problems pose a serious safety concern, as the car can lose power unexpectedly while driving. Despite these issues, GM has refused to service the vehicle or unlock necessary components because they no longer manufacture or support the required parts. As a result, I am left with an unsafe and unreliable vehicle with no available remedy from the manufacturer. This is forcing me to trade in the…
Tires · reported Sep 11, 2025
On all (4) tires, there is cracking in the sidewalls in a line about 2 inches above the tire bead around each tire. Approximately 19K miles on these tires. Manufacture and supplier/seller (Priority Tire) both sent multiple photos of issue, tread depth, etc. and then denied any warranty on the tires due to 'Improper Usage' (reply below) I asked the supplier/seller and the manufacture what that means and no reply. Tires are consistently rotated by myself and tire pressures consistently maintained. I am [XXX] and don't race or off road my Volt. This could be a potential safety issue if one or…
Electrical System · reported Jan 14, 2025
The car has not been able to charge since April of last year. I have taken it to the dealer to diagnose but they want to charge $200 per hour to diagnose. They already suggested that the charge receptacle should be replaced. I purchased the part and replaced it myself. I have tried asking if it could be the BECM like with other model years and they said they could only determine that after testing and replacing parts. The P1EE6 error code suggests that the BECM might need to be replaced and/or reprogrammed. There have been several times that I have experienced a loss of propulsion error while…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2015 Chevrolet Volt have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2015 Chevrolet Volt: 15V-442 (steering). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2015 Chevrolet Volt?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (18 reports), followed by fuel/propulsion system (11). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 38,000 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.