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 at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV recalls 4
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…
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…
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…
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Fix: This recall has been superseded by recall number 21V-560.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.
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV efficiency & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.
What's a 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV worth?
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.
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 2026This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
Bulletin PIP4902W · Sep 2026This 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 2023This 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 2022This 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 2022This 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 2021This informational bulletin provides information for dealers how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
Bulletin 100089006G · Equipment · Oct 2019This informational bulletin provides information on key code security and information on GM key code look up applications.
Bulletin 100089009C · Equipment · Oct 2019Source: 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 2022Accessories
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 2021High 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 2021Visual 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 2018Source: 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
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles on record
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT1G1FW6S07H4186352
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT1G1FW6S0XH4189875
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier1G1FX6S01H4147608
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT1G1FW6S04H4189628
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier1G1FX6S01H4178776
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier1G1FX6S01H4126516
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier1G1FX6S01H4131747
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT1G1FW6S09H4134544
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT1G1FW6S05H4171428
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT1G1FW6S08H4171052
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT1G1FW6S0XH4164894
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier1G1FX6S03H4158268
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT1G1FW6S03H4184078
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT1G1FW6S02H4180538
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier1G1FX6S04H4128938
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT1G1FW6S04H4163109
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV LT1G1FW6S00H4161793
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV1G1FW6S05H4167881
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV1G1FW6S00H4181798
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV1G1FW6S08H4182925
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV1G1FW6S01H4188226
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV1G1F76E02H4149475
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV1G1FW6S04H4190486
2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV1G1FW6S02H4183259