2017 Chevrolet Volt problems
The Chevrolet Volt is a plug-in hybrid car manufactured by General Motors, also marketed in rebadged variants as the Holden Volt in Australia and New Zealand and the Buick Velite 5 in China, and with a different fascia as the Vauxhall Ampera in the United Kingdom and as the Opel Ampera in the remainder of Europe. Volt production ended in February 2019.
Sales of the 2011 Volt began in the United States in mid-December 2010, followed by various European countries and other international markets in 2011. Global combined Volt/Ampera-family sales totaled about 177,000 units by the end of October 2018. The U.S. is the leading market, with 157,054 Volts delivered through the end of 2019, followed by Canada with 16,653 Volts sold through September 2018. Just over 10,000 Opel/Vauxhall Ampera cars had been sold in Europe as of June 2016. Until December 2018, the Volt/Ampera family of vehicles was the world's all-time bestselling plug-in hybrid vehicle. As of December 2019, the Chevrolet Volt is listed as the all-time top-selling plug-in hybrid in the American market.
The Volt operates as a pure battery electric vehicle until its battery capacity drops to a predetermined threshold from full charge. From there, its internal combustion engine powers an electric generator to extend the vehicle's range as needed. While running on gasoline at high speeds the engine may be mechanically linked (by a clutch) to a generator set, improving efficiency by 10% to 15%. The Volt's regenerative braking also contributes to the on-board electricity generation. Under the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) cycle, the 2013–15 model year Volt all-electric range is 38 mi (61 km), with a combined electric mode/gasoline-only rating of 62 mpg‑US (3.8 L/100 km; 74 mpg‑imp) equivalent (MPG equivalent).
The second-generation Volt's improved battery system and drivetrain increased the all-electric range to 53 miles (85 km), its EPA-rated fuel economy in charge-sustaining mode to 42 mpg‑US (5.6 L/100 km; 50 mpg‑imp), and the combined city/highway fuel economy in all-electric mode to 106 MPG-e, up from 98 MPG-e. Deliveries to retail customers in the U.S. and Canada began in October 2015 as a 2016 model year.
The Volt has won several awards, including the 2009 Green Car Vision Award, 2011 Green Car of the Year, 2011 North American Car of the Year, 2011 World Green Car, 2012 European Car of the Year, and 2016 Green Car of the Year.
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Common 2017 Chevrolet Volt problems
Based on complaints from owners of the Chevrolet Volt 2017, several common problems have been reported:
- Lost Power Steering While Driving:
- This is the most reported problem with the 2017 Chevrolet Volt. Owners have experienced sudden loss of power steering while driving, which can be a serious safety concern.
- Average Cost to Fix: $3,000
- Average Mileage: 21,000 mi
- Coolant Bypass Valve Failure:
- The coolant bypass valve in the Chevy Volt 2017 has been prone to failure, which can lead to issues with the vehicle's cooling system.
- Replacement cost is around $350, and these valves tend to fail around 80,000 miles.
- Hesitation While Accelerating:
- Owners have reported instances of hesitation while accelerating, which can impact the vehicle's performance and drivability.
- This issue has been challenging to resolve, with reports of low transmission fluid levels causing the problem.
- Steering Gear Problem:
- Some owners have faced issues with the steering gear, which can affect the handling and control of the vehicle.
- Details on repair costs and mileage associated with this problem are not provided in the sources.
- Brakes Pedal Movement Reduced:
- There have been complaints about reduced movement in the brake pedal, which can impact braking efficiency and safety.
- Specific details regarding repair costs and mileage are not mentioned in the provided information.
- Vibration at Highway Speeds:
- Owners have reported experiencing vibrations at highway speeds, which can indicate issues with the vehicle's suspension or tires.
- The sources do not provide specific information on repair costs or average mileage associated with this problem.
- LED DRL “Fang”:
- Some owners have faced issues with the LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) on the Chevy Volt 2017, which can affect visibility and safety.
- Details on repair costs and mileage related to this problem are not specified in the sources.
These common problems reported by owners of the Chevrolet Volt 2017 highlight various issues that can impact the performance, safety, and overall driving experience of the vehicle. Owners experiencing these problems may need to address them promptly to ensure the continued reliability and functionality of their Chevy Volt.
What are the most common problems with Chevy Volt?
According to thedrive.com, here are a few of the most common troubles in the Chevy Volt:
- Electrical issues.
- Loss of power steering.
- Transmission failure.
- Whining transmission.
How long does a 2017 Chevy Volt battery last?
between 3 to 5 years
Your 2017 Chevy Volt battery will usually last between 3 to 5 years, but that can change massively depending on battery size, type of battery, weather conditions and driving habits.
What is the controversy with the Chevy Volt?
Power or reduced power mode occurred parent company General Motors previously issued a technical service bulletin. Saying if Vehicles fail to restart. The becm may need to be replaced.
How many miles will a Chevy Volt last?
200,000 to 300,000 miles
“With proper use and maintenance, a Chevrolet Volt can last 200,000 to 300,000 miles before you experience any major issues with the hybrid powertrain and other expensive components. If you drive an average of 15,000 miles per year, the car may serve you for about 13 to 20 years.”
What are the most common problems with Chevy Volt?
According to thedrive.com, here are a few of the most common troubles in the Chevy Volt:
- Electrical issues.
- Loss of power steering.
- Transmission failure.
- Whining transmission.
How long does a 2017 Chevy Volt battery last?
between 3 to 5 years
Your 2017 Chevy Volt battery will usually last between 3 to 5 years, but that can change massively depending on battery size, type of battery, weather conditions and driving habits.
What is the controversy with the Chevy Volt?
Power or reduced power mode occurred parent company General Motors previously issued a technical service bulletin. Saying if Vehicles fail to restart. The becm may need to be replaced.
How long do Chevy Volts last?
200,000 to 300,000 miles
“With proper use and maintenance, a Chevrolet Volt can last 200,000 to 300,000 miles before you experience any major issues with the hybrid powertrain and other expensive components. If you drive an average of 15,000 miles per year, the car may serve you for about 13 to 20 years.”
2017 Chevrolet Volt car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet Volt problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Power train problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
- Engine problems
- Unknown or other problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2017 Chevrolet Volt vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2017 Chevrolet Volt
The NHTSA has received 586 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2017 Chevrolet Volt. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2017 Chevrolet Volt vehicles.
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-27
- VIN: 1G1RD6S56HU
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: While operating my Chevy Volt on a Los Angeles Freeway, warning lights came on informing me to park immediately, and that the power propulsion was reduced. The Check Engine light also came on. At that point the “Shift to Park” message came on. My car is experiencing the “Shift to Park” issue. I already had this happen previously in 2023. The repair cost $1,200. There are many, many references to this issue on the Internet. The “Shift to Park” defect is well known in the Chevy Volt community. When this happened the SECOND time, ([XXX]), I was stranded on the side of an LA freeway. The car will not start. It will cycle through the “Shift to Park” message on the dashboard and it will not go anywhere. The car initializes, so there is power in the vehicle, but no propulsion. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-17
- VIN: 1G1RC6S50HU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Volt. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal, but the vehicle failed to exceed 30 MPH. The contact stated that the message "Propulsion Power Reduced" was displayed on the instrument panel. The contact had taken the vehicle to the dealer, and it was diagnosed and determined that the 12V battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred. Additionally, the contact stated that the hybrid battery was no longer charging and failed to turn on. The contact had the vehicle towed to the same dealer however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-01
- VIN: 1G1RB6S53HU
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: In what appears to be (based on Google search) hundreds of Volts have the failure whereby the ERG valve fails, but GM is no longer making the part and has an indefinite date to produce them. When this part fails the engine light comes on the the vehicle is not allowed to go over 45 MPH, creating a safety issue when on highways (I live rural, all all roads are over >=55 MPH). GM is unwilling to trade the car at fair value for a new one, nor willing to provide loaners. So the car can only sit in the garage with no resolution. GM is aware of the issue, nut is unwilling to address.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM,BACK OVER PREVENTION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-09
- VIN: 1G1RD6S53HU
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM,BACK OVER PREVENTION
- Summary: Currently, two two issues are ongoing with my 2017 Chevrolet Volt Premier. I took my Volt to Epic Chevrolet in Sacramento, CA, on August 9, 2024, because the "Propulsion Power Is Reduced" warning and the "Service Park Assist System" warning came on with the "Check Engine" light. After diagnosis I was informed that the "EGR Valve" has failed; however, Chevrolet cannot procure the EGR Valve to repair my Volt and it is now October 14. I have been coordinating with Chevrolet Customer Assistance who continue to inform me that they are looking for the part but cannot provide it - apparently this part has been redesigned. This is the third time in 12 months that the Volt has been in for repair, all under warranty, for charging and propulsion related issues. On August 23, 2023, the Volt was in the shop for 15 days getting the "Battery Energy Control Module" replaced under warranty. On [XXX], one week after being repaired, my car would not start and had to be towed. That time the "Hybrid Battery Disconnect Relay Assembly" failed and was in the shop for 14 days, again repaired under warranty. This time, my car has been in the shop for 66 days waiting for an EGR Valve that, per Epic Chevrolet, is covered under warranty. It is unacceptable for Chevrolet to warranty its cars but not have the parts to perform the repair and let owners continue to pay loans on a car, insure a car, and have financial hardships for not having a car. I am not confident that, once fixed, something else will not go wrong. Plus, I was quoted $1,160 to fix the safety issue of the Parking Collision Warning. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-07
- VIN: 1G1RD6S54HU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: My BECM failed and should be covered under the N23243268 special coverage. For some reason, GM is saying that the special coverage does not apply to my VIN despite the fact that I am experiencing the exact failure that this special coverage is supposed to cover and it is during the covered years of 2016-2018 where this issue is known to be common.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-09
- VIN: 1G1RD6S53HU
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Mil came on for egr malfunction. Part not available.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-19
- VIN: 1G1RD6S57HU
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: At least 4 times in the past 1.5 years, my car has given the message “propulsion power is reduced” at random times. Each time after receiving this message, the car engine begins making a loud noise and the acceleration is greatly reduced, forcing me to drive at a slower speed until the message goes away. The most recent time it happened, in Aug 2024, it was late at night in an area with little to no cell service and I was genuinely terrified the car would just shut down, as I knew this model has done the same to other Volt owners. Thankfully, I did make it home, but this is something that has happened more times than I’m comfortable with, and I fear the day it happens again and puts others at risk. It has not received any further inspection other than the yearly state inspection, which is up to date.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-01
- VIN: 1G1RC6S54HU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Automation-On 10.1.24 my car stopped working. It would turn on, but would not shift. It was also showing my EV was fully charged but the EV miles read 0. My husband came and plugged my car in and saw that when I turned the car on it read "shift to park" Also the codes from my OnStar app read "Lithium Ion Battery"- Issue found in High Voltage battery. "12 volt battery needs attention" 10.2.24 we called GM to report issues and referenced N232432680 (BCEM). We were informed that even though we can read diagnostic reports on OnStar it needed to be confirmed from a certified GM dealership that they could not confirm this is the warranty issue if they did not 1st had the certified dealership share their diagnostic report. Bergstrom shared it sounded like BECM that is under warranty. They continued to share it didnt look good and the VIN was not in the system to be covered. Shared the minimum amount we would pay was $440 for the 2 issues for labor/diagnostics.10.4.24 we called GM to file a report we were given a case manager to work our case. 10.8.24 received call from case manager shared no warranties seen on file. I asked for this to be documented and emailed to me, I was told she could not share this information other than this phone call. Bergstrom called saying the car was ready to pick up, cleared codes/no issues, drove 26 miles with no codes. Shared GM never seen/heard anything like this and had no advise/help to offer. Shared only charged for 1 hour of labor. Asked for trade in for car. Was given price $1,200 under trade in value. Cause due to car not safe, potential issues. No documentation shared, nothing to show issues, car is clean/cleared to drive they had no answer than my car was fine but was not able to give lowest amount for trade in due to issues
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-06
- VIN: 1G1RD6S58HU
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: Just purchased and not a week in it dies after I have charged it. I was in drive, at a red light when all of a sudden the car dies. No warning whatsoever. Was not able to turn it on afterwards. Had to get towed to my local Chevrolet dealership that has not been able to fix it for the last month with no ETA on a fix.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-21
- VIN: 1G1RD6S51HU
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: On July 21st, 2024, the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve failed. It blows the “Non Walk Home” F03 fuse, resulting in the check engine light and a “Propulsion Power is Reduced” warning message. The vehicle is not to be driven in this condition. The EGR valve is included in the Emission Warranty Parts List and the PZEV Emission Control System Defect Warranty (15yr/150,000mi) is active on the vehicle. The vehicle has been to two Chevrolet service centers, Mission Bay Chevrolet on July 22nd and Kearny Mesa Chevrolet on August 6th without successful repair. They explain that the EGR valve part is on backorder and have no estimate for its availability. The vehicle has been at the Kearny Mesa Chevrolet service department for 55 days. Having the vehicle suddenly and unexpectedly enter a diminished propulsion mode at freeway speeds is unsafe.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-16
- VIN: 1G1RB6S56HU
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Airbag warning light illuminated on dash. Vehicle no longer registered the passenger in the front passenger seat. Dealer states diagnostic code indicates OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM SENSOR is faulty. None in stock and no expected delivery date. Until part is repaired/replaced the vehicle will not detect a front seat passenger so the front seat passenger airbags will NOT deploy in a collision. Dealer states cost of repair to be in excess of $1,100!!
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-24
- VIN: 1G1RD6S59HU
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: While driving on the highway there was sudden power loss with a message on the display stating "propulsion reduced" and had to pull over.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-14
- VIN: 1G1RC6S52HU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: As I understand it, the EGR valve failed causing the car to shut down suddenly on the highway. Apparently by blowing the "walk home" fuse. The EGR valve has been unavailable from GM worldwide since Oct 2023 and there is no estimate when it will, if ever, be available.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-06
- VIN: 1G1RA6S55HU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Reduced propulsion message appears on the dash and car lost propulsion on the highway. The EGR blew a fuse and the car enters the walk home mode. This problem should be covered under warranty but my dealership says it is not covered. This issue causes the car not to be able to drive. Chevy is back ordered for the part and there is no estimate of when the part will be available. They apparently do not make the part anymore and there is no fix. Th EGR seems to have bad soldering and blows the fuse #3.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-03
- VIN: 1G1RD6S57HU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: While driving on high-speed devided highways including stretches where traffic was 2-way (single lanes separated by concrete barrier during road maintenance) Chevy Volt indicated "reduced propulsion", and in 2 cases forced shut-down of electric and gas engine where the single-lane travel had cement barriers on both sides of the driving lane.In at least one case, the engine forced 30-40 mph travel until a break in the right-hand cement barrier was interrupted and I could get off the highway. In another case, the engine and fuel propulsion shut down but there was a breakdown lane on the right allowing traffic flow but exposing me to risk due to how close 65 mph traffic was passiing me. In each failure case, after turning off and re-starting the vehicle, the vehicle seemed to have re-set propulsion control and I could continue the trip at normal speed until another warning but not complete faillure occurred (both lanes being available so I could drive to an exit, turn off the ignition, restart and resume the travel). I believe the failure was in the BECM (Battery Energy Control Module) but the Chevrolet dealer identified an EGR failure that prevents their repair team from diagnosing the BECM. Whatever the failure was, it put me iin a very dangerous situation in at least 2 points in my 600 mile trip.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-10
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G1RA6S55HU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: This car has a failed EGR valve which first became evident in March of 2024. There are no parts available, this in an emissions issue but the failure causes blown fuses which can cause the car to completely stop running which is a safety issue. Reduced propulsion is a symptom which is dangerous and this has been confirmed by three Chevy dealerships. I have had the EGR valve cleaned to the tune of $1200, have a deposit on a new valve which doesn't seem to exist for $850. There were no other messages before the failure. I am driving the car with the EGR valve disconnected, mostly on the battery power but no end is in sight to this problem.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-14
- VIN: 1G1RC6S56HU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING, A WARNING CHIME SOUNDED AND A MESSAGE APPEARED SAYING "PROPULSION POWER REDUCED." THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ALSO APPEARED. THE CAR LOST POWER, WOULD ACCELERATE ONLY VERY SLOWLY, AND EVENTUALLY DIED ALONG A BUSY ROAD. AFTER A PERIOD, I WAS ABLE TO RESTART CAR AND DRIVE VERY SLOWLY TO DEALER. I WAS TOLD THAT THE PROBLEM WAS A FAULTY EGR VALVE, WHICH WAS BLOWING A FUSE AND WOULD DO SO AGAIN. DEALER WAS UNABLE TO FIND A REPLACEMENT VALVE ANYWHERE IN THE NATION. GM APPARENTLY IS NOT MANUFACTURING REPLACEMENTS FOR THIS COMPONENTS, AND FROM REPORTS FOUND ONLIINE, PLENTY OF OTHERS HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. THE TEMPORARY FIX IS TO DISCONNECT THE EGR VALVE, WHICH RESULTS IN INCREASED VEHICLE EMISSIONS. I WILL BE UNABLE TO PASS MY NEXT EMISSIONS TEST NEXT YEAR. THE SAFETY ISSUE IS THAT THE VEHICLE CAN QUIT RUNNING WITHOUT WARNING IN ANY SITUATION.
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-11
- VIN: 1G1RB6S58HU
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Reduced propulsion power and check engine light. EGR valve failure per mechanic. Part has been on a global back order for 1.5 years. The car will not pass emissions testing and can blow a fuse that will make the car inoperable. The part is also costly at 2400.00 without labor costs. My car has 83,000 miles, is well-maintained and only 7 years old and now I can’t drive it or sell it.
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-14
- VIN: 1G1RD6S54HU
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Vehicle began exhibiting issues with BECM, reduced propulsion/limp home mode with range-extender activation. Car unexpectedly stopped running in the middle of the road, came to a complete stop and unable to move off road under car's propulsion.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-02
- VIN: 1G1RA6S56HU
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact 2017 Chevrolet Volt. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle switched over from battery to fuel and a message was displayed that there was no fuel available. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve failure light illuminated, and the vehicle started decelerating. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and restarted the vehicle. The contact continued to drive at slower speeds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the propulsion power was reduced. The contact was informed that the battery energy control module needed to be replaced. The dealer later found upon further inspection that the EGR valve needed to be replaced but was not replaced. The contact stated that after having the repair completed the failure occurred approximately 3 times. The vehicle had not been returned to the dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 111,722.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-18
- VIN: 1G1RA6S53HU
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: I was driving on the interstate when my check engine light came on and the car told me it was going into reduced power mode. I then had to limp my car along on the interstate till I could get off the road, many close calls going 45-50 mph on a 70 mph road.
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-11
- VIN: 1G1RC6S54HU
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Experienced severe engine failure while driving on the freeway, which cost to be in operable due to failure of EGR valve. This is a warranty repair however GM has part on backorder for over a year with no plan to fix. My car is now disabled and I have no other transportation.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-19
- VIN: 1G1RA6S50HU
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: EGR Valve issue. I have a 'reduced propulsion energy' notice on the dash. Unable to get repaired because there is no parts. This is a common problem with these Chevy vehicles. Emissions test won't pass
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-18
- VIN: 1G1RA6S59HU
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Egr valve failed. GM has this part in a national control status. Vehicle should be under warranty per the handbook but dealership is denting this. Dealer solution is to just disconnect the part and says it is safe to drive. Not comfortable with this since I have had this vehicle modified to allow myself who is handicapped the ability to drive it. Dealership wants prepayment of part before placing the order for it. Part is expensive and they have no idea how long they will be using my money before or if the part is available.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-15
- VIN: 1G1RA6S59HU
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Received the vehicle on 8/6/24 with 96,500 miles on it. On 8/15/25 I received a check engine light with error code P0401 indicating an issue with the EGR Valve. I took the vehicle to my dealership which confirmed the issue and was informed that it was a common failure with this type of vehicle. I was placed on a waitlist for the part which as of today, 9/9/24, still is not available. A quick Google search shows that that this error is extremely common for these vehicles.
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Positive 2017 Chevrolet Volt car reviews
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To better understand the car and its technology, it's worth reading reviews. I found that the base LT model met my needs perfectly. This all-electric car has a range-extending gasoline generator, which sets it apart from other all-electric vehicles and eliminates any range anxiety. In just one month, I put over 1,000 miles on the car and only used 3 gallons of gasoline. As my commuter car, which I use to travel 38 miles one way, the battery is rated at 54 miles, but in cooler weather, it only charges between 45-48 miles. However, I recharge at work for just $1.25 for the one-way trip home. The car peaked out at 250+ miles/gallon based on running all-electric to and from work. Although there are a few negatives, such as no built-in garage door opener buttons, a heating system that's not very robust, and limited rear visibility, the backup camera is a real plus. As someone who is 6'2
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Congratulations on your new 2017 Volt Premier! It's great to hear that you've been enjoying it for the past 6 weeks and have already driven 1000 miles. Even though you're still waiting for your condo's HOA/Board approval to install a 240v charging station, it's impressive that you've been able to fully charge your car using a 120 volt outlet at 8 amps. It's also fantastic that you haven't had to use any gasoline, except for the auto Engine Maintenance Mode (EMM) which is completely normal. The safety features, adaptive cruise control, and Bose sound system are definitely some of the highlights of the Volt. While there are a few minor issues such as the lack of a power driver's seat, homelink for gate/garage opener, and ceiling grab handle for driver/front passenger's seats, it's great to hear that you're overall very pleased with your Volt. Thank you for sharing your experience with us!
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Why did they stop making this fantastic car? It only cost me $25,500K, net, for a sporty sedan that outperforms most $100K performance cars from 0 to 30. I almost never have to go to the gas station, and I can drive it 20 miles a day and top it up at a regular plug using night electricity rates. I pay less than half the price of an ICE per mile, and I've never needed a repair. In fact, I've only had to do one oil change in 40,000 miles of mostly EV driving. For the first three years, a green HOV lane sticker in CA saved me at least an hour a week. It's such a shame they stopped making this fantastic vehicle!
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I'm so excited to share my experience with my new car! With just 3 gallons of gas, I was able to travel 1200 miles! We mainly drive on electric charge, thanks to the 220aV charger in my garage from my previous Leaf. The android auto app is amazing for directions, music, phone calls, and even text messages. The text messages pop up on the screen and are read out loud, making it super convenient. The sound system is great and the safety features like blind spot warning, Lane departure, and parking assist are impressive. Although I wasn't too impressed with Ontario, I still highly recommend this car. It's my first American car in over 10 years and I'm loving it! - Dr. S
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When I was growing up, my family were always Ford enthusiasts and we never owned a Chevy. However, when my last company provided me with a 1998 Chevy Astrovan, I was pleasantly surprised. The van had all of its original components and had well over 238k miles, yet it still ran like new. It had a much greater distance than my 2000 Ford Explorer. I wanted an electric car, but the Bolt was not released by the time VW bought back my diesel car, so I bought the Volt. I must say, this is the best car I've ever owned. Living in Florida, I don't need to use the heat that often, which maximizes my electric range. The EPA estimated the range to be 53 miles, but I usually get around 62 or 63 EV miles from my car. This allows me to drive everywhere I go on a charge without using gas. The ride quality is amazing and unmatched. The regenerative braking allows you to stop the car without using the brake pads and is blended perfectly with the friction brakes, so you get the regenerative brake assist when heavy braking. It's beautiful. Sport mode makes it twice as powerful but eats your battery much faster. The software in the radio could be better, and Android Auto is extremely flakey as to whether it will work or not. Customer support for this car is not that great, and you still need to bring it to the local Chevy dealer to be worked on. However, I'm finding that a lot of these guys are not trained to work on this car. It is a plus to have a nationwide dealer to bring your vehicle to though. Comfort is better than most cars I've owned, and my biggest complaint is the amount of blind spots and how low you sit in the car, which makes it very difficult to see around the car or close in front of you. You can raise and lower the seat, which helps. However, you do have to play around to find the best settings. Overall, the car is amazing. Another downside is the charger size. It's awfully slow at 3.3kw, but the 2019 model year has an option for the 7.2kw but unfortunately, they were unable to inform me whether I can upgrade my current charger to the newer version. The 3.3kw charger takes approximately 4 hours to fully charge your car. Apart from that, the car has been working great for me.
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2017 Volt Reliable question : r/volt
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2017 Chevy Volt Horror Story | GM Volt Forum
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2017 Chevrolet Volt Problems | Kelley Blue Book
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Oct 14, 2021 ... The most prevalent failure now seems to be the EGR failure ( short circuit causing non walk home fuse to blow). This problem is stranding people ...
2017 Chevrolet Volt Reliability - Consumer Reports
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Reilly Wintheiser 2024-11-22
Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I wanted to share my experience with my 2017 Volt Premier that I purchased in May 2016. While I did have some initial electrical problems that required a few visits to the dealer, GM was able to dispatch a specialist who upgraded the software and resolved the issue. Since then, I've driven 14500 miles over the past 2 years without any issues. However, I recently experienced an intermittent issue where the car did not recognize that it was in park and wouldn't shut off. I brought it to the dealer, but unfortunately, the technician was unable to replicate the issue. I experienced the same problem again when I returned home, so I'll be reaching out to GM for further assistance. Thanks for listening!
Hester Kihn 2024-11-08
Hello! We currently have two 2017 Volts (both are Premier). One of them has been fantastic, but unfortunately, the other one (the car covered by this review) started having serious problems only a few weeks after we got it. We were hoping for a reliable car, but instead, this one has been the source of a lot of hassle, inconvenience, and expense. It has been in the shop off and on for over a month. We feel that both GM and the dealer could have done a better job of dealing with these problems and our concerns. It's really a shame, as we would have loved to give this car a glowing review (with 5 stars all around).
Orlo Emmerich 2024-10-24
I want to start by saying that there are some things I really like about this car. The drivetrain is excellent and it's a lot of fun to drive. However, I've had some issues with it since I bought it a year and a half ago. I've had to take it to the dealership multiple times for tire problems and sidewalk bubbles. The check engine light is always on and I've had to make six trips to the dealer for evap problems. The louvres behind the front grille freeze up in the winter, which causes a check engine light and prevents the remote start from working. The infotainment system would be great if it worked properly, but it only works about 50% of the time. The Bluetooth and Apple CarPlay don't always connect and when they do, they don't always work properly. I've tried replacing my phone and cable and the dealer updated the system, but there was no improvement. I was told that this is just how they all work. I finally purchased satellite radio because the CarPlay wasn't working well and now I get terrible reception. Overall, I've had some challenges with this car and I don't think I would buy it again.
Grover Hilpert 2024-08-06
I recently purchased a 2017 Chevy Volt Premier with all the bells and whistles. Unfortunately, it broke down suddenly while I was driving on the freeway, which was quite scary. However, Chevy was able to fix the issue and the car now runs like a dream. I'm hoping that the problem was just a fluke and won't happen again. Despite this hiccup, I still believe that the Chevy Volt is one of the best cars out there. In October 2017, there were some recalls to address the issue, but unfortunately, my dealer was a bit confused about the process and made a mistake on my invoice. For a car that costs $35,000, I think this is a bit disappointing. However, I must say that the car itself is fantastic and can go about 58 miles on 14.5 kWh. I've driven it for 18 months and 16,000 miles and it still works great!
Reginald Goyette 2024-06-06
We had the car for 10 days and drove it for 777 miles. Unfortunately, we had to have it towed twice due to a propulsion system malfunction. The first time we had it towed home, we did not have it placed close to the garage, thinking we could drive it the remaining 20 feet. However, it would not go forward and slipped back. Our driveway is 90 feet long and on an incline, so it slipped back into the grass. We left it there overnight and plugged in the car in the morning, but it still would not move. We had it towed to the Chevy garage, and they called the next afternoon to inform us that the electronic module that drives the car had gone out. The good news is that GM said they could get a new one. Although we paid $37,000 for the car and it already had something wrong, we really liked it for the first nine days. We hope everything works out. However, we ultimately decided to return the car and purchase a Honda Accord instead, as we have had four Hondas in the past, all with over 100,000 miles and no problems.