The Lemon IndexAll cars · Chevrolet Volt · 2016
2016 Chevrolet Volt. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 1
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | 43 / 42 / 42 | Regular | $1,500 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 29,500 and 69,100 miles. Median 43,000, from 60 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | 45,600 | 22,000–91,000 | 27 |
| Fuel or ev drive system | 55,000 | 30,700–143,000 | 7 |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 40,000 | 30,600–51,800 | 22 |
| Engine | 40,000 | 10,700–101,500 | 9 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Electrical | 45% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 36% |
| Engine | 18% |
| Fuel or ev drive system | 14% |
| Stability control | 9% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 170 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 1
17V621000 Oct 2017 Air Bags / Frontal
Defect. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 GMC Canyon and Chevrolet Colorado, and 2016 Chevrolet Volt vehicles. The driver's frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in the event of a high speed crash.
Risk. An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy. GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 17387.
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Pedestrian alert sounds | 2023 | 2023 |
| Closed | Loss of motive power due to the battery energy control module | 2023 | 2025 |
Manufacturer communications 1335
Chevy filed 1335 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Information on Transmission Adaptive Functions and Correcting Low Mileage Harsh Shifts, Slips,…
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ON, No Start, Blown Fuses, Electronic Brake Control Module…
- Squeak, Squawk, Creak or Popping Noise Originating from Rear Axle
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Volt 4 DR FWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Optional | Optional |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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