MODEL
Chevrolet Bolt Euv
NHTSA safety across every Chevrolet Bolt Euv model year we cover.
Across the 2 model years of the Chevrolet Bolt Euv we cover (2022 to 2023), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2022 at 83 on the NHTSA Safety Index, and the lowest is the 2023 at 82. 4 recalls have been issued across those years.
The Chevrolet Bolt EUV is a subcompact electric SUV aimed at urban commuters and small families who want a practical, affordable entry into battery-electric driving. Sitting slightly above the standard Bolt EV in size, the EUV offers a more upright, crossover-friendly stance while sharing the same electric platform. It targets value-conscious buyers who prioritize efficiency and modern technology without stepping into premium EV territory.
The Bolt EUV earns a Best NHTSA Safety Index of 83 out of 100 for the 2022 model year, landing it in the Strong band - a genuinely respectable outcome for a subcompact electric SUV. Crash-test performance is a clear highlight: the 2022 model achieved five stars in both frontal and side crash disciplines, with a four-star rollover rating rounding out a solid but not perfect picture. The rollover result is worth noting, as it is typical for taller body styles and should not be dismissed by shoppers who prioritize all-around protection. Where the Bolt EUV's safety record gets complicated is in its recall history. Across the 2022 to 2023 model years, NHTSA logged four recalls - and three of those carried park-outside or do-not-drive advisories. That category of recall signals a serious, elevated risk, most commonly tied to battery fire concerns in this generation of Bolt products. Chevrolet addressed these campaigns, but the frequency and severity of those directives is something every prospective buyer must research and verify as resolved on any specific vehicle. Owner complaints total 126 across covered years, including 10 reported crashes, one reported fire, and four reported injuries. These are unverified allegations, but the fire report adds weight to the recall picture. The Bolt EUV's crash-test scores are genuinely strong - the recall burden, however, demands due diligence before purchase.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the Bolt EUV as a likable, practical electric crossover that punches above its price point in everyday usability. Most praise its roomy interior relative to its footprint and its approachable driving character. Enthusiasm is tempered, however, by acknowledgment of the well-publicized battery recall saga that shadowed early production, which reviewers widely flagged as a significant ownership consideration.
- Three of the four recalls across 2022 to 2023 carried park-outside or do-not-drive advisories - among the most serious classifications NHTSA issues. Before buying any used Bolt EUV, confirm all recall work has been completed at a Chevrolet dealership.
- Frontal and side crash-test ratings both hit five out of five stars in the best-tested year, meaning the Bolt EUV's structural protection in the most common crash scenarios is genuinely class-competitive.
- The rollover rating of four out of five stars is solid but not perfect. As with most taller crossover body styles, the elevated center of gravity creates a measurable, if modest, rollover risk compared to lower-slung vehicles.
- Owner complaints include one reported fire and ten reported crashes across 126 total filings. These are unverified allegations, but given the battery-related recall history, any prospective buyer should specifically ask a dealer to document that the battery software or hardware remedy has been applied to the individual vehicle.
Most-recalled year on record: 2022 Chevrolet Bolt Euv with 4 recalls.