Chevrolet Bolt EV

20172023 · 7 configurations

Lowest
118
Average
119
Best
120

The Chevrolet Bolt EV has been tested by the EPA across 7 different configurations spanning model years 2017 through 2023. Over this period, the Bolt EV has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 118 MPG to 120 MPG, with an overall average of 119 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2023
120
2022
120
2021
118
2020
118
2019
119
2018
119
2017
119

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Bolt EV) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Chevrolet Bolt EV. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Chevrolet Chevrolet Bolt grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
36
Total Deaths
16

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
5.6%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
8.3%
DUI Involved
2.8%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

73%
Front
13%
Side
13%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes11
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.45
2022
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
0.90
2021
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2020
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2019
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.25
2018
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2017
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2022
2
2020
5
2019
1
2018
1
2017
4
Critical
Moderate
Advisory