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2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 17 steering complaints for the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 28% of its 60 total complaints. No steering-related recall has been issued for this model year, and no crashes, fires, or injuries were reported in this area.

Steering complaints
17
28% of 60
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
—
Related recalls
0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

  • Steering wheel fails to self-center after a turn, requiring the driver to manually straighten it.
  • Clunking or clicking noises come from the steering column or front end during slow turns or acceleration.
  • Some owners report the steering rack or gear binding internally, with one describing a rack and pinion replacement that resolved the issue.
  • Drivers describe the car drifting or continuing to turn beyond the intended lane at low speeds, in one case forcing an oncoming vehicle off the road.
  • Increasing steering effort was reported over time, described as abnormally difficult compared to other vehicles.

When 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV steering complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 17, 2025, latest Jun 27, 2026.

2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV steering complaints: complaints filed per month3Jan 2025Aug 2025Oct 2025Feb 2026Apr 2026Jun 2026
17 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2025 to Jun 2026; peak Mar 2026 (3).

Steering recalls for the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Bolt EV model year

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

  1. 2017123 (36%)
  2. 201838 (43%)
  3. 201946 (26%)
  4. 202022 (13%)
  5. 20219 (13%)
  6. 20224 (7%)
  7. 202317 (28%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are steering complaints on the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV?
NHTSA lists 17 steering complaints for the 2023 Bolt EV, which is 28% of the 60 total complaints filed for this model year.
Is there a recall for steering problems on the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV?
No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for steering on the 2023 Bolt EV.
Did the 2023 Bolt EV steering issue cause any crashes or injuries?
NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to the 17 steering complaints for this model year.
What steering symptoms do 2023 Bolt EV owners describe?
Owners most often describe the steering wheel not returning to center after a turn, clunking noises during slow turns, and in some cases a failing rack and pinion.
How does the 2023 Bolt EV compare to other model years for steering complaints?
The 2023 Bolt EV's 28% share of steering complaints is lower than the 2017 (36%) and 2018 (43%) model years but higher than 2019 through 2022, which ranged from 7% to 26%.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.