Model year guide

2013 Chevrolet Volt

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2013 Chevrolet Volt is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 136 on record.

2013 Chevrolet Volt — representative photo
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2013 Chevrolet Volt at a glance

Safety recalls3
Combined37 mpg
Typical price$13,871

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2013 Chevrolet Volt recalls 3

Hybrid Propulsion System NHTSA Campaign #18V397000 · 14/06/2018

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Chevrolet Volt vehicles. An update to the Hybrid Powertrain Control Module 2 (HPCM2) may have disabled the cell balancing function causing a low-voltage condition.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the HPCM2, free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18215.

Electrical System:ignition NHTSA Campaign #15V145000 · 13/03/2015

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Volt vehicles manufactured August 25, 2010, to June 26, 2013. If the driver exits the vehicle without turning off the electrical system, the battery may drain low enough that the gasoline engine will automatically start itself to recharge the electric battery.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine management software to limit the time that the stationary vehicle can be left in the ON position, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall i…

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #23V516000 · 27/07/2023

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Buick Verano, Chevrolet Camero, Sonic, and Volt vehicles. The driver-side air bag inflator may explode during deployment due to a manufacturing defect.

Fix: Dealers will replace the driver-side air bag module, free of charge. On some 2013 Volt vehicles, the steering wheel will be replaced as well, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 23, 2023. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 and Chevrolet custome…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2013 Chevrolet Volt MPG & running costs

Combined37 mpg
City35 mpg
Highway40 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,050

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2013 Chevrolet Volt worth?

Low
$9,999
Typical price
$13,871
High
$16,900

From 133 comparable 2013 Chevrolet Volt listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2013 Chevrolet Volt costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$10,250
Fuel only$10,250
Per mile$0.14

How this is estimated: fuel 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.

2013 Chevrolet Volt trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · Standard · Premium
Engines
1.4L 4-cyl

2013 Chevrolet Volt vehicles on record

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2013 Chevrolet Volt — frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Chevrolet Volt have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2013 Chevrolet Volt. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What gas mileage does the 2013 Chevrolet Volt get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2013 Chevrolet Volt at about 37 mpg combined (35 city / 40 highway).

How much is a 2013 Chevrolet Volt worth?

Comparable 2013 Chevrolet Volt listings run roughly $9,999–$16,900, typically around $13,871 (from 133 vehicles).

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