2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV recalls and problems
The 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV has 4 safety recalls and 26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV recalls
Recall 24V-812: Electrical System
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2022 Bolt EUV vehicles previously repaired under Recall 21V-650. The installation of advanced diagnostic software may have failed. As such, the high voltage battery could catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity.
Risk: A battery fire increases the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to take the following interim steps: Set the Target Charge Level feature in their vehicle to limit the charge level to 90%, charge their vehicle more frequently, avoid depleting the battery to 70 miles range remaining, park outside after charging, and do not charge the vehicle indoors overnight. Dealers will reinstall advanced diagnostic software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2024. Owners may contact the Bolt EV Concierge Team at 1-833-382-4389. GM's number for this recall is N242470160.
Recall 24V-481: Electrical System
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV vehicles that were previously remedied under recall number 21V-650. The advanced diagnostic software may have been incorrectly installed and fail to detect defective battery modules, possibly resulting in a battery fire.
Risk: A battery fire increases the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to take the following interim steps: Set the Target Charge Level feature in their vehicle to limit the charge level to 90%, charge their vehicle more frequently, avoid depleting the battery to 70 miles range remaining, park outside after charging, and do not charge the vehicle indoors overnight. Dealers will reinstall the advanced diagnostic software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 1, 2024. Owners may contact the Bolt EV Concierge Team at 1-833-382-4389. GM's numbers for this recall are N242443000 and N242443002.
Recall 21V-650: Electrical System
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV vehicles. The high voltage battery could catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity.
Risk: A battery fire increases the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to take the following interim steps: Set the Target Charge Level feature in their vehicle to limit the charge level to 90%, charge their vehicle more frequently, avoid depleting the battery to 70 miles range remaining, park outside after charging, and do not charge the vehicle indoors overnight. Defective battery modules will be replaced by GM, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 1, 2021 and June 23, 2023. Owners may contact the Bolt EV Concierge Team at 1-833-382-4389. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall 21V-560. GM's number for this recall is N212345940.
Recall 21V-517: Air Bags
Problem: General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and Bolt EUV vehicles. One of the two fasteners that secure the driver's frontal air bag to the steering wheel may be missing or improperly tightened.
Risk: An improperly installed air bag may not deploy properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the driver-side air bag fasteners. If the fasteners cannot be tightened properly, the air bag assembly will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 29, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212340860.
2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 9 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 7 | |
| Unknown or Other | 6 | |
| Electrical System | 4 | |
| Air Bags | 2 | |
| Seat Belts | 2 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | |
| Tires | 1 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | |
| Engine | 1 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | |
| Lane Departure | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 3
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 2
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 2
- Lane Departure › Warning — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 50,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Chevrolet Bolt EUV years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV: 24V-812 (electrical system), 24V-481 (electrical system), 21V-650 (electrical system), 21V-517 (air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV?
Owners report steering problems most often (9 reports), followed by forward collision avoidance (7). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 50,000 miles.
Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.