2022 Chevrolet BOLT EV problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
59 owner complaints analyzed
7 distinct recall campaigns
6,612 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2022 model year. Data snapshot: . 9 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Electrical System is the most frequently named component, appearing in 28 of 59 complaints (47.5%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical and battery issues | 29 | 49.2% |
| Transmission and shifting | 11 | 18.6% |
| Braking behavior | 8 | 13.6% |
| Steering behavior | 4 | 6.8% |
| Engine operation | 1 | 1.7% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 28 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 11 |
| Power Train | 10 |
| Unknown Or Other | 8 |
| Engine | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 |
| Steering | 4 |
Electrical System: 28; Fuel/Propulsion System: 11; Power Train: 10; Unknown Or Other: 8; Engine: 5; Service Brakes: 5; Vehicle Speed Control: 5; Steering: 4
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 7 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 1 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 1 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 7; 25,000 to 49,999: 1; 50,000 to 74,999: 1; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (7). 50 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 22 |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 4 |
| 2026 | 4 |
2021: 11; 2022: 22; 2023: 17; 2024: 1; 2025: 4; 2026: 4
Pattern summary
Electrical System leads the component reports. Electrical and battery issues appears in 29 complaint narratives. Transmission and shifting appears in 11 complaint narratives. Braking behavior appears in 8 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11430210 · 2021-08-23 (August 23, 2021)
As everyone knows right now, the Bolt has been recalled due to fire safety issues with the battery. This recall was issued last Friday...I purchased the car on Tuesday...pretty hard to believe that the executives at GM weren't very aware of this issue three days earlier. Today they suspended sales of my Bolt (2022 EUV Premier)...a little too late. Per GM's recommendations, I have: 1. Reduced the maximum battery charge to 90% (or a reduction of 25 miles from 250-225) 2. I am charging the car outside, and parking the car outside as well. …
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Owner report 11433284 · 2021-09-16 (September 16, 2021)
The battery of my car is at risk of catching fire and i am concerned that my life and others are in danger. The car does not meet my needs anymore as GM has decreased the number of miles it may be driven and thus is not the vehicle I purchased. GM is taking too long to discuss options for me to get rid of this dangerous vehicle and i am concerned for safety of my life and others.
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Owner report 11475409 · 2022-07-22 (July 22, 2022)
Bought vehicle 22 jul 2022 new 5 mi on odometer. System displays: service transmission unable to shift soon. Please google it. It's a common issue that isn't safe. Thank you.
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Owner report 11479297 · 2022-08-15 (August 15, 2022)
While pulling into a parking spot the car made a loud noise and came to a complete stop. Car was able to pull into the spot. When the car was turned on after parking a warning message came up to service transmission, unable to shift soon. Vehicle was driven to dealer for service and would make thud noises when decelerating at low speed.
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Owner report 11429528 · 2021-08-18 (August 18, 2021)
The Bolt EUV suddenly and unintentionally sped forward when being parked in our garage. My wife slammed on the brakes and stopped the vehicle before it could hit the garage wall. No damage occurred.
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Owner report 11483455 · 2022-09-08 (September 8, 2022)
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV. The contact stated that the computer would intermittently glitch while driving at various speeds. The contact also stated that upon approaching a stop, the brakes failed to operate as needed and the contact was forced to depress the brake pedal to the floorboard. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact called the dealer and an appointment was scheduled to have the vehicle serviced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 635.
Owner-reported narrative. 635 miles reported. Look up ODI 11483455 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11560134 · 2023-12-14 (December 14, 2023)
2022 Chevy Bolt, less than 10,000 miles. Problem began 11/24/23. Steering wheel locks up at low speeds, gives warning "Steering Assistance reduced" at higher speeds. At low speeds, steering wheel turns only a small amount before it clicks and stops. Very dangerous in tight parking lots or trying to turn left or right from a stop - takes multiple tries to get steering wheel to turn, and sometimes it jerks back in the opposite direction. Took it to dealer, they said steering column needs to be replaced. Did not have an accident or hit anyth…
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Owner report 11716390 · 2026-02-07 (February 7, 2026)
I have a faulty electric power steering, it prevents the steering wheel to return to center.
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Owner report 11513502 · 2023-03-23 (March 23, 2023)
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV. The contact stated while pulling out of a parking lot, the vehicle stalled, failed to shift into gear and would not turn off. A towing agent disconnected the battery and the vehicle turned off. The vehicle was then towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the service disconnect fuse had blown. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred while driving. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the engine control module (ECM) was replaced, however, the failure reoccurred upon startin…
Owner-reported narrative. 6,612 miles reported. Look up ODI 11513502 at NHTSA ↗