2016 Chevrolet Volt vs 2018 Chevrolet Volt
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Chevrolet Volt | 2018 Chevrolet Volt |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 169 | 218 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,333 | 848 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 42 | 42 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 44,000 mi | 25,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Volt | Chevrolet Volt |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 77 | 85 |
| Power Train | 51 | 82 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 63 | 69 |
| Engine | 48 | 49 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 8 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 9 |
| Steering | 2 | 5 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 28 | 37 |
| Loss of power | 19 | 25 |
| Stalling | 11 | 10 |
| Won’t start | 7 | 0 |
| Overheating | 7 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 0 |
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.