2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV engine problems
16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV — 5% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“While slowing to a stop, the vehicle suddenly experienced multiple (3–4) violent jerks. The vehicle fought against my firm brake pedal application, overpowered the brakes, and accelerated uncontrollably, resulting in a crash. During the impact: • The driver frontal airbag and pretensioners…”
filed Jun 11, 2026
“I am reporting a safety issue involving the high-voltage battery system of my vehicle. Vehicle: 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV VIN: [XXX] Mileage: 87,125 miles The vehicle has generated a P302F diagnostic trouble code, which indicates high-voltage battery cell imbalance. This condition may pose a safety…”
filed Dec 26, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine problems in other Bolt EV years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Bolt EV | 4 | 7% |
| 2022 Bolt EV | 5 | 8% |
| 2021 Bolt EV | 4 | 6% |
| 2020 Bolt EV | 8 | 5% |
| 2019 Bolt EV | 2 | 1% |
| 2018 Bolt EV | 5 | 6% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.