2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV electrical system problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Jul 24, 2026CADriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

   What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The vehicle displayed a Service ESC warning, indicating a possible malfunction in the electronic stability control system. I have had difficulty reproducing the issue, but the vehicle and any related components are available for inspection upon request. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? The malfunction may have reduced the vehicle’s stability and traction…

   NHTSA complaint #11752728 · source
2. Filed Feb 18, 2026CADriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

   The radio amplifier is mounted in the rear trunk wheel well attached to the bottom, along with the subwoofer assembly. Under the amplifier is a small drain. My trunk leaked during the rain and shorted out the amplifier. This shut off all communication noise in car. No noise from blinkers or warnings of dangerous situations. According to AI, "The 2023 Chevy Bolt EV shares the same basic body structure and rear hatch design as earlier models (2017–2020), and there is no…

   NHTSA complaint #11718978 · source
3. Filed Jan 30, 2026TXElectrical System

   What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The door locks automatically unlock when the car shuts itself off if the key fob is inside. Yes, it is available for inspection. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Twice now, once in this car, and once in my previous car (a Bolt rather than an EUV) I fell asleep at a charging station, in the Texas summer, with the A/C running, and when I woke up, the car…

   NHTSA complaint #11714596 · source
4. Filed Jan 27, 2026WIElectrical SystemLighting

   Water intrusion occurred inside the rear taillight assembly, resulting in visible moisture/condensation within the housing and subsequent taillight malfunction/failure. The affected taillight performs critical rear lighting functions, including brake and signaling illumination. The presence of water inside the sealed taillight assembly indicates a failure of the lens or housing seal. Over time, moisture intrusion caused degradation and failure of the lighting function. Loss…

   NHTSA complaint #11713573 · source
5. Filed Jan 12, 2026ILBody & StructureElectrical SystemEngine

   I have been getting errors when I charge the car since last year. 3500 miles on a brand new 2023 and it's been at the dealership for over 30 days they offered me 2000 bucks and keep the car under warranty and I would have to pay the lemon lawyers 800 so I didn't take the deal. I have no car but I still pay 836 for my car note.

   NHTSA complaint #11710557 · source
6. Filed Dec 13, 2025CADriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

   The lane departure warning goes on and off randomly. The heating stopped working. There are glitches on the screen interface. And yesterday a red light with a car and exclamation mark through it came on. I took it to the dealer and they only had time to check the code which came up as "hybrid/ev powertrain control module requested MIL illumination" The advisor who is not an ev technician told me not to worry about it because the light went off. Everything i am reading online…

   NHTSA complaint #11704861 · source
7. Filed Aug 7, 2025CADriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

   I’ve experienced multiple instances where the Rear Cross Traffic Alert system on my 2023 Chevy Bolt EUV fails to function properly when the vehicle is shifted into reverse. Specifically, there are times when the system does not emit any audible warning despite approaching cross traffic, and in other cases, the alert system appears to be completely unresponsive, no visual indicators or chimes occur at all. This happens intermittently and unpredictably, regardless of weather…

   NHTSA complaint #11678975 · source
8. Filed Jul 3, 2025CAElectrical System

   This model has a dangerous driving problem that is difficult to reproduce; however, it points to a flaw in a coupled design that causes simple infotainment system failures to negatively impact both on-star help system and critical driving system. This problem recurred on [XXX] in suburban area of Buena Park CA; previous occurrence in 2024 had purported possible resolution through software download. It begins with simple problem of inability to change FM channel; checking…

   NHTSA complaint #11671074 · source
9. Filed Jun 19, 2025CAElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Software in the EV system created to protect the battery pack has instead placed my life in jeopardy in response to known false sensor event. During 110 degree heat in isolated desert in southern California, the software detected a false error in high voltage comparisons between battery banks. In response, it disabled climate control, reduced propulsion, and placed an upper limit of 40% on battery recharge system. Without any warning nor noticeable malfunction during the…

   NHTSA complaint #11668039 · source
10. Filed May 5, 20258,000 miORTowedElectrical System

    The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV. The contact stated that since purchasing the vehicle, the vehicle had experienced several battery drainage failures, and the battery was drained within 2 to 3 days of being parked. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that occasionally the service engine warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer, where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that there no fault…

    NHTSA complaint #11659008 · source
11. Filed Mar 19, 2025FLElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    The battery charging system is malfunctioning and won't charge the battery correctly. Hazards from a battery and charging system that is not functioning. Possible battery explosion during charging. Possible fire to car & garage / home. Yes Yes Yes

    NHTSA complaint #11649256 · source
12. Filed Dec 7, 2024KYElectrical SystemOther / Unknown

    I have owned the car for less than six months and the battery went from full charge at 230 to know a full charge only being 180. I’m also sitting here at a dc charging station and have been here for an hour and a half and still haven’t reached 80%. What do I do?

    NHTSA complaint #11629463 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology