Is the electrical system a common problem on the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV?

Yes. NHTSA lists 36 electrical system complaints for the 2023 model year, making up 31% of the 118 total complaints filed for that year.

Does the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV have a recall for electrical issues?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for the electrical system problem area on the 2023 Bolt EUV.

What mileage do electrical problems show up at on the 2023 Bolt EUV?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 5,675 miles for electrical system complaints on this model year.

Were there any crashes or fires linked to electrical complaints?

NHTSA records 3 crashes and 1 fire among the 36 electrical system complaints filed for the 2023 Bolt EUV, along with 1 injury.

How does the 2023 Bolt EUV compare to the 2022 model for electrical complaints?

NHTSA lists 36 electrical complaints for 2023 versus 4 for 2022, and the share of total complaints rose from 15% in 2022 to 31% in 2023.

2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 36 electrical system complaints for the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV, 31% of all 118 complaints filed for the year, with 3 crashes and 1 fire reported. No related recall is listed for this problem area. Median mileage at failure is 5,675 miles.

Electrical System complaints: 36; 31% of 118
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 5,675 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners report the rear brake lights and turn signals sit low in the bumper, far below the taillights people normally watch, leading to near rear-end collisions and at least one confirmed crash.
Some drivers describe a sudden 'Propulsion Power Reduced' warning that cuts top speed to 30 mph without warning, in one case tied to diagnostic code P2797.
One owner reported the speedometer showing inaccurate speed while the energy display dropped to zero percent during acceleration, along with a rear-view camera that failed to give a proximity alert in reverse.
One owner reported the door locks stopped responding to the key fob, interior buttons, and the OnStar app after rain, with the fault clearing on its own after about two hours.
One owner reported an 'electric drive unit' warning shortly after purchase that the dealership attributed to an auxiliary transmission issue requiring replacement.

When 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 20, 2022, latest Jul 24, 2026.

36 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2022 to Jul 2026; peak Jun 2023 (4).

Electrical System recalls for the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by Bolt EUV model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20224 (15%)
202336 (31%)

Frequently asked questions

Is the electrical system a common problem on the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV?: Yes. NHTSA lists 36 electrical system complaints for the 2023 model year, making up 31% of the 118 total complaints filed for that year.
Does the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV have a recall for electrical issues?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for the electrical system problem area on the 2023 Bolt EUV.
What mileage do electrical problems show up at on the 2023 Bolt EUV?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 5,675 miles for electrical system complaints on this model year.
Were there any crashes or fires linked to electrical complaints?: NHTSA records 3 crashes and 1 fire among the 36 electrical system complaints filed for the 2023 Bolt EUV, along with 1 injury.
How does the 2023 Bolt EUV compare to the 2022 model for electrical complaints?: NHTSA lists 36 electrical complaints for 2023 versus 4 for 2022, and the share of total complaints rose from 15% in 2022 to 31% in 2023.