Model year guide

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1,520 on record.

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints44
Combined119 MPGe
Typical price$19,354

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV recalls 4

Seat Belts:pretensioner NHTSA Campaign #23V845000 · manufacturer #N232421970 · 14/12/2023

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. This recall includes certain vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under NHTSA recall number 22V-930. After a crash with seat belt pretensioner deployment, the pretensioner exhaust may ignite carpet fibers near the B-pillar, causing a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect both front seat belt pretensioners and, if necessary, install metal foil at the carpet near the pretensioner exhaust. Certain vehicles will also need a pretensioner cover installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 202…

Seat Belts:pretensioner NHTSA Campaign #22V930000 · manufacturer #N222383790 · 15/12/2022

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. After a crash with seat belt pretensioner deployment, the pretensioner exhaust may ignite carpet fibers near the B-pillar, causing a fire.

Fix: Dealers will install metal foil at the carpet near the pretensioner exhaust, and install a pretensioner cover as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between January 23, 2023 and April 25, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's numbe…

Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery NHTSA Campaign #21V560000 · manufacturer #N212343880 · 23/07/2021

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles previously recalled under NHTSA recall number 20V-701. The high voltage battery could catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity.

Fix: Owners are advised to take the following interim steps: Activate either the Hill Top Reserve (2017 and 2018 models) or Target Charge Level (2019 models) feature in their vehicle to limit the charge level to 90%, charge their vehicle more frequently, avoid depleting the battery to 70 miles range rem…

Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery NHTSA Campaign #20V701000 · manufacturer #N202311730 · 13/11/2020

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling all 2017-2018 and certain 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. The high voltage battery could catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity.

Fix: This recall has been superseded by recall number 21V-560. Vehicles previously repaired under 20V-701 will still need to have the new remedy under recall 21V-560. GM will notify owners, and as an interim repair, beginning on November 17, 2020, dealers will reprogram the hybrid propulsion control mod…

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 44 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Lane Departure
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV efficiency & running costs

Combined119 MPGe
City128 MPGe
Highway110 MPGe
Est. annual energy cost$650
EPA size classSmall Station Wagons
TransmissionAutomatic (A1)
Electric range238 mi
Charge time (240V)9.3 hours
Passenger volume94 cu ft
Cargo volume17 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$8,750 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

What's a 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV worth?

Low
$16,995
Typical price
$19,354
High
$22,000

From 14 comparable 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Energy (5 yrs)$3,250
Energy only$3,250
Per mile$0.04

How this is estimated: energy is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 8

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered.

This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.

Bulletin PIT5698F · Sep 2026

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

Bulletin PIP4902W · Sep 2026

This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D

Bulletin PIP5628F · Engine And Engine Cooling · Apr 2023

This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related components. That any of the l…

Bulletin PIP5540J · Visibility · Dec 2022

This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.

Bulletin 22NA009 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jan 2022

This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D

Bulletin PIP5628E · Engine And Engine Cooling · Dec 2021

This informational bulletin provides information for dealers how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).

Bulletin 100089006G · Equipment · Oct 2019

This informational bulletin provides information on key code security and information on GM key code look up applications.

Bulletin 100089009C · Equipment · Oct 2019

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the BOLT EV. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 4

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Seats And Restraints

Issue: On certain vehicles, the carpet could catch fire after a crash where a front seat belt pretensioner deploys. Safety Risk: A fire that occurs after a crash could create an increased risk of injury. Corrective Actions: General Motors will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to install foil tape under the carpet near the front seatbel…

Transport Canada #2022719 · Dec 2022

Accessories

Issue: This recall is for certain driver's all-weather floor liners sold with new vehicles or as accessory parts sold at General Motors dealerships. On certain vehicles, the accelerator pedal could get stuck on the floor liner. If this happens, the vehicle may not slow down when you release the accelerator pedal. Note: If you continue to push the brake pedal, the brake-override…

Transport Canada #2021631 · Oct 2021

High Voltage

Issue: On certain vehicles, the high-voltage battery could overheat when it is charged to over 90% of its capacity. As a result, the battery could create smoke or heat, which can melt or damage the battery and nearby parts. Safety Risk: A battery that overheats can create a fire risk. Corrective Actions: General Motors will notify owners by mail and replace defective battery mo…

Transport Canada #2021449 · Jul 2021

Visual System

Certain vehicles may experience front windshield wiper stall during cold, snowy conditions due to a software error. If one or both windshield wipers were to stall, this could limit the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the front wiper motors with wiper motors containing improved softwar…

Transport Canada #2018158 · Apr 2018

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Chevrolet Bolt EV

The Chevrolet Bolt is a family of battery electric subcompact hatchbacks and small crossover SUVs manufactured and marketed by General Motors under its Chevrolet brand from late 2016, with hiatuses in 2021-2022 and 2023–2025. The 2017-2023 Bolt EV are hatchbacks, while the 2021-2023 Bolt EUV and 2027 Bolt are slightly larger subcompact crossover SUVs.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV trims & engines on record

Trims
LT · Premier
Engines
200 hp

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles on record

Other Chevrolet Bolt EV model years

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV?

Across all 44 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are steering, lane departure, forward collision avoidance.

What gas mileage does the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV get?

The 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV has a U.S. EPA estimate of 119 MPGe combined (128 city / 110 highway).

How much is a 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV worth?

Comparable 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV listings run roughly $16,995–$22,000, typically around $19,354 (from 14 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.