2016 Chevrolet Volt
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Electrical
Electrical leads by volume: 77 of 169 complaints (46%) mention it.
Complaints filed rose from 44 in 2015 to 169 in 2016.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | vs. 2016 similar vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,100 | 2,100 | 1,500 | 1,500 | 1,500 | |
| Combined MPG | 37 | 37 | 42 | 42 | 42 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 35 / 40 | 35 / 40 | 43 / 42 | 43 / 42 | 43 / 42 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 81 | 81 | 51 | 51 | 51 | |
| Complaints filed | 93 | 44 | 169 | 697 | 222 | |
| Recalls issued | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 5 | 1 | 2 | 8 | 4 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 2 | 1 | 1 | 11 | 1 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2016 Chevrolet Volt have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2016 Chevrolet Volt?
Electrical: 77 of 169 NHTSA complaints (46%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Chevrolet Volt get?
EPA rates it 42 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2016 Chevrolet Volt?
EPA estimates $1,500 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
Similar Vehicles
EPA-Rated Configurations (1)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 1.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gas or Electricity | Compact Cars | 43 mpg | 42 mpg | 42 mpg | $1,500 | 51 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 49 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 51 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 64 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 77 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 5 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 20 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL · Campaign 17V621000 · Oct 6, 2017
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.
Consequence: 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.