The 2018 Volt has about average reliability compared to other cars from the same model year.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2018 Chevrolet Volt owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
"Pairs with phone intermittently."
Anonymous, NV (2018 Chevrolet Volt LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)"Pairs with phone only intermittently."
Anonymous, NV (2018 Chevrolet Volt LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
"Drive motor control module coolant pump fitting leak"
Anonymous A., NY (2018 Chevrolet Volt LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)""An intermittent Shift to Park message when the vehicle has been shifted into Park, and the ignition has been turned to the Off position.""
Anonymous, CA (2018 Chevrolet Volt Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)"emission control and combustion control valve failed"
Anonymous, CA (2018 Chevrolet Volt Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)Electric drive failure, replacement or malfunction.
"Occasionally refuses to run on battery even when charged."
Anonymous, NY (2018 Chevrolet Volt Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)"Regen noise got loud. After 2 weeks the car died and got the check engine light. Towed to dealer. Codes were related to motor #2 position sensor. Dealer replaced part after part but didn't fix. Some parts on backorder. GM offered to buy it back under lemon law for original price minus mileage charge."
Anonymous, CA (2018 Chevrolet Volt Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)Won't charge at home; won't work with some public chargers; won't fully charge; charge connection; charge port door.
"Plugged car in for more than 12 hours and it had only a partial charge."
Anonymous, MD (2018 Chevrolet Volt LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)"Warning message about problem with charging system and car shut down."
Anonymous, MD (2018 Chevrolet Volt LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
"AC line cracked at the back of the engine around 128000 miles. It was a $1500 repair."
Anonymous, (2018 Chevrolet Volt LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
"Transmission randomly blew the day after I had the car into the dealership for routine service. It had to be completely replaced which was about a 4 month wait and nearly $10,000."
Anonymous A., AB (2018 Chevrolet Volt Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)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.
""Second wheel alignment issue with less than 2,000 miles since the previous wheel alignment issue.""
Anonymous, AZ (2018 Chevrolet Volt Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)Electric/hybrid battery pack failure, replacement or malfunction, or cooling.
"The battery manager had to be replaced"
Anonymous, NC (2018 Chevrolet Volt LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.
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.
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.
Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
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""The screen stopped working completely and changing fuses did not fix it. I brought it to our local mechanic, and we ended up having to replace it. They put in the new screen, and it would only stay on for a few minutes and shut off, they discovered it needed a new fan as well as a new screen. They believe the original screen had burned out due to the faulty fan. As we did not take it to a CHEVROLET dealer for the repair, it took about two and a half weeks of ordering parts, waiting for delivery and figuring out what the issue was to get it fixed. I think a dealer may have more of the technical parts on hand as well as the experience with screen issues to know what the problem was and may have been a better choice for the repair.""
Anonymous, MN (2018 Chevrolet Volt Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl plug-in hybrid)