How common are engine problems on the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV?

NHTSA lists 15 engine-area complaints for the 2023 model year, which is 13% of the 118 total complaints filed for that year.

Is there a recall for the 2023 Bolt EUV engine or propulsion problems?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this component on the 2023 model year.

At what mileage do these engine problems tend to show up?

The median mileage at failure among reported cases is 5,000 miles.

Have these engine complaints led to crashes or injuries?

Yes, NHTSA data shows 3 crashes and 2 injuries linked to engine-area complaints on the 2023 Bolt EUV.

How does 2023 compare to the 2022 Bolt EUV for this problem?

The 2022 model year had 2 engine-area complaints, an 8% share of its total complaints, compared to 15 complaints and a 13% share for 2023.

2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 15 engine-area complaints for the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV, 13% of its 118 total complaints for the year, with 3 crashes and 2 injuries reported. Median mileage at failure was 5,000 miles. No related recalls are listed for this component.

Engine complaints: 15; 13% of 118
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 5,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Owners report sudden unintended acceleration while stopped or moving at low speed, including cases that led to a collision with another vehicle or a tree.
Several complaints describe the car abruptly reducing speed to a maximum of 30 mph with a "Propulsion Power is Reduced" message, often blamed on the transmission fluid pump.
Some drivers report the adaptive cruise control system accelerating toward a vehicle ahead or braking hard without warning, in one case nearly causing a collision.
One owner reported the car coming to a complete stop on a highway while using a driver-assist feature and not responding to the accelerator pedal.
Another owner described the vehicle displaying a "Conditions not correct for shift" error and losing air conditioning function after a short drive.

When 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV engine complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 29, 2023, latest May 27, 2026.

15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2023 to May 2026; peak Jun 2023 (1).

Engine recalls for the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by Bolt EUV model year

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

20222 (8%)
202315 (13%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are engine problems on the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV?: NHTSA lists 15 engine-area complaints for the 2023 model year, which is 13% of the 118 total complaints filed for that year.
Is there a recall for the 2023 Bolt EUV engine or propulsion problems?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this component on the 2023 model year.
At what mileage do these engine problems tend to show up?: The median mileage at failure among reported cases is 5,000 miles.
Have these engine complaints led to crashes or injuries?: Yes, NHTSA data shows 3 crashes and 2 injuries linked to engine-area complaints on the 2023 Bolt EUV.
How does 2023 compare to the 2022 Bolt EUV for this problem?: The 2022 model year had 2 engine-area complaints, an 8% share of its total complaints, compared to 15 complaints and a 13% share for 2023.