2018 Chevrolet Volt recalls and problems
The 2018 Chevrolet Volt has 2 safety recalls and 228 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2018 Chevrolet Volt vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2018 Chevrolet Volt recalls
Recall 18V-673: Seat Belts
Problem: 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 pulled out of the retractor, possibly preventing a child seat from being properly secured. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: If the child seat is not properly secured in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear seatbelt retractors and replace them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 7, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18315.
Recall 18V-576: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Problem: 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 rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
Risk: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18279.
2018 Chevrolet Volt problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 91 | |
| Power Train | 85 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 76 | |
| Engine | 51 | |
| Unknown or Other | 42 | |
| Service Brakes | 9 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | |
| Steering | 5 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 4 | |
| Air Bags | 2 | |
| Structure | 2 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 |
Most reported parts
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Lever and Linkage › Floor Shift — 7
- Structure › Body — 2
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve) — 2
- Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery — 1
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Evaporative Emissions › Hoses/Valves/Sensors — 1
- Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery — 1
- Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery › Management System/Energy Control Module (Bms/Becm) › Software — 1
- Tires › Pressure Monitoring and Regulating Systems — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 25,000 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 2018 Chevrolet Volt complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2018 Chevrolet Volt have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Chevrolet Volt: 18V-673 (seat belts), 18V-576 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2018 Chevrolet Volt?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (91 reports), followed by power train (85). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 25,000 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.