Model year guide

2019 Chevrolet volt

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2019 Chevrolet volt is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2019 Chevrolet volt — representative photo
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2019 Chevrolet volt at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints34
Combined42 mpg

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2019 Chevrolet volt recalls 2

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper NHTSA Campaign #18V576000 · 30/08/2018

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer serv…

Seat Belts:rear/other NHTSA Campaign #18V673000 · 26/09/2018

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Cadillac CT6, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Volt, and GMC Yukon XL vehicles. Certain second-row or third-row rear seatbelts retractor assemblies may not automatically lock when the seatbelt is fully pulled out of the retractor, possibly preventing a child seat from being properly secured. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Fede…

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear seatbelt retractors and replace them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 7, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-…

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.

2019 Chevrolet volt common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Seats
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

2019 Chevrolet volt MPG & running costs

Combined42 mpg
City43 mpg
Highway42 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$1,450

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

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2019 Chevrolet volt costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$7,250
Fuel only$7,250
Per mile$0.10

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.

2019 Chevrolet volt trims & engines on record

Trims
LT
Engines
1.5L 4-cyl

2019 Chevrolet volt vehicles on record

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2019 Chevrolet volt — frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Chevrolet volt have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2019 Chevrolet volt. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Chevrolet volt?

Based on 34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, electrical system, seats.

What gas mileage does the 2019 Chevrolet volt get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2019 Chevrolet volt at about 42 mpg combined (43 city / 42 highway).

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