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2027 Chevrolet Bolt EVProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 7 owner complaints about the 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, most often about the service brakes. It is covered by 1 safety recall.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 4, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV has problems
7 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
4Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
4Forward collision avoidance1 crash/fire/injury
2Power train
2Electrical system
1Lane departure
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Steering
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 4 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 4 | 1 |
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Chevrolet.
Best & worst years
2027 vs. every other Bolt EV year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Bolt EV median. How we score
'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'27
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Bolt EV owners report
Recent service brakes complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
1. Unexpected sudden automatic hard braking during normal conditions-many times so far. -Dealer blamed it on the poor quality of the sensor and automatic braking system on the 2027 chevy bolt. 2. Wandering steering and failure for steering wheel to return to center after minor turns and lane…
I am reporting a serious vehicle control hazard concerning the One-Pedal Driving (OPD) implementation on the 2027 Chevrolet Bolt RS. The vehicle enforces automatic rolling/creeping behaviors in reverse, creating a dangerous conflict with muscle memory. When One-Pedal Driving is active, a driver…
This is in regard to the automatic emergency braking function in my new 2027 Chevrolet Bolt. While driving, the emergency braking system suddenly activated the brakes. It was unanticipated, unnecessary, and violent to the extent my wife, in the passenger seat, later reported headache and neck pain.…
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