2013 Chevrolet Volt engine problems
37 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2013 Chevrolet Volt — 12% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I received the "Propulsion Power is Reduced" Alert engine light while driving in "Normal" mode on the freeway at around 60mph with 8-9 miles of Battery capacity, it showed 0 miles of Battery forcing the Gas Engine on and the vehicle hesitated upon applying the accelerator for the remainder of the…”
filed Feb 4, 2026
“The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Volt. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power with the check engine warning light and low oil pressure warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where a diagnostic test result was undisclosed; however, the contact…”
filed Jun 10, 2024
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine problems in other Volt years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Volt | 3 | 9% |
| 2018 Volt | 49 | 22% |
| 2017 Volt | 181 | 26% |
| 2016 Volt | 48 | 28% |
| 2015 Volt | 8 | 19% |
| 2014 Volt | 9 | 10% |
| 2012 Volt | 26 | 11% |
| 2011 Volt | 4 | 8% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2013 Chevrolet Volt
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.