Recall Radar

2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV. The most recent was reported on December 14, 2023.

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Recalls at a glance

DateCampaignPartVehicles
December 14, 202323V-845Seat belts: pretensioner6,771
August 10, 202323V-567Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel317
December 15, 202222V-930Seat belts: pretensioner111,242

Recall details

Seat belts: pretensioner

December 14, 2023 · General Motors, LLC · Campaign 23V-845

What is wrong: 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.

Risk: A fire increases the risk of injury.

The 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, 2024. These vehicles were previously recalled for this same issue under recall number 22V-930 and will need to have the new remedy performed. Owners may contact GM EV Concierge at 1-833-EVCHEVY (1-833-382-4389) (TTY 711 / 1-800-833-2438) or Customer Service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N232421970.

Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

August 10, 2023 · General Motors, LLC · Campaign 23V-567

What is wrong: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. The instrument panel may be missing the perforation on the underside of the panel cover that allows the passenger-side air bag to deploy properly.

Risk: An air bag that does not deploy properly in a crash increases the risk of injury.

The fix: Dealers will replace the instrument panel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N232414710.

Seat belts: pretensioner

December 15, 2022 · General Motors, LLC · Campaign 22V-930

What is wrong: 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.

Risk: A vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.

The 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 number for this recall is N222383790.

Other model years of the Chevrolet Bolt EV

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV have recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV, the most recent reported on December 14, 2023. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV?

Seat belts (2), Electrical system (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 3 of the 3 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.