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Chevrolet Bolt

EPA Range: 238 miles

Reliability

Overall Reliability

The 2018 Bolt has about average reliability compared to other cars from the same model year.

Most Common Trouble Spots
Common Trouble Spot
Common Trouble Spot

Owner Reported Trouble Spots

The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2018 Chevrolet Bolt owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

Suspension/Steering

Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

What Owners Say

Other steering/suspension problem

"The steering gear went out and apparently this is a common problem. It requires a bunch of things to be moved out of the way to replace it. It was over $2000"

Anonymous A., OR (2018 Chevrolet Bolt Premier Electric)
Steering linkage (includes rack and pinion)

"I'm not sure I described this correctly because it was the steering gear that needed replacement."

Anonymous A., OR (2018 Chevrolet Bolt Premier Electric)

EV Battery

Electric/hybrid battery pack failure, replacement or malfunction, or cooling.

What Owners Say

Other electric/hybrid battery problem

"Main battery randomly died. CHEVROLET took it in and didnt to cover tow or rental. CHEVROLET is disassembling battery to find issue and replace the one compartment rather than replace the whole battery, which will likely fail again. It has been a few weeks now. Thankfully have another car."

Anonymous, PA (2018 Chevrolet Bolt LT Electric)

In-car Electronics

Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

What Owners Say

Other in-car electronics problem

""I think a mouse nibbled the wiring and sometimes at nigh;t, the speedometer registers 0 or only one of the 2 digits.""

Anonymous, WI (2018 Chevrolet Bolt Premier Electric)

Electric Motor

Electric drive failure, replacement or malfunction.

What Owners Say

Electric drive motor malfunction (didn't need replacement)

"It was an electronic relay problem and the part was replaced under warranty."

Anonymous, CA (2018 Chevrolet Bolt Premier Electric)

Climate System

AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

What Owners Say

Other climate system problem

"General problem with Bolts. A/C takes long to start cooling"

Anonymous A., NM (2018 Chevrolet Bolt LT Electric)

Drive System

Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

Body Hardware

Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.

EV Charging

Won't charge at home; won't work with some public chargers; won't fully charge; charge connection; charge port door.

Electrical Accessories

Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

Brakes

Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

Paint/Trim

Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

Noises/Leaks

Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.

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POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Powertrain
Electric Motor
EV Battery
EV Charging
Drive System
Suspension/Steering
Brakes
Climate System
Build Quality
Electrical Accessories
Body Hardware
Paint/Trim
Noises/Leaks
In-car Electronics
Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for about 380,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how 2000 through 2025 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes, to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
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