Model year guide

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 17 on record.

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV — representative photo
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2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV at a glance

Safety recalls4
Combined119 MPGe
Typical price$19,354

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV recalls 4

Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery NHTSA Campaign #21V560000 · 23/07/2021

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles previously recalled under NHTSA recall number 20V-701. The high voltage battery could catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity.

Fix: Owners are advised to take the following interim steps: Activate either the Hill Top Reserve (2017 and 2018 models) or Target Charge Level (2019 models) feature in their vehicle to limit the charge level to 90%, charge their vehicle more frequently, avoid depleting the battery to 70 miles range rem…

Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery NHTSA Campaign #20V701000 · 13/11/2020

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling all 2017-2018 and certain 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. The high voltage battery could catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity.

Fix: This recall has been superseded by recall number 21V-560. Vehicles previously repaired under 20V-701 will still need to have the new remedy under recall 21V-560. GM will notify owners, and as an interim repair, beginning on November 17, 2020, dealers will reprogram the hybrid propulsion control m…

Structure:body:roof And Pillars NHTSA Campaign #22V930000 · 15/12/2022

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. After a crash with seat belt pretensioner deployment, the pretensioner exhaust may ignite carpet fibers near the B-pillar, causing a fire.

Fix: Dealers will install metal foil at the carpet near the pretensioner exhaust, and install a pretensioner cover as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between January 23, 2023 and April 25, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's nu…

Structure:body:roof And Pillars NHTSA Campaign #23V845000 · 14/12/2023

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. This recall includes certain vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under NHTSA recall number 22V-930. After a crash with seat belt pretensioner deployment, the pretensioner exhaust may ignite carpet fibers near the B-pillar, causing a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect both front seat belt pretensioners and, if necessary, install metal foil at the carpet near the pretensioner exhaust. Certain vehicles will also need a pretensioner cover installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, …

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV efficiency & running costs

Combined119 MPGe
City128 MPGe
Highway110 MPGe
Est. annual energy cost$650

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

What's a 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV worth?

Low
$16,995
Typical price
$19,354
High
$22,000

From 14 comparable 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Energy (5 yrs)$3,250
Energy only$3,250
Per mile$0.04

How this is estimated: energy is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV trims & engines on record

Trims
LT · Premier
Engines
200 hp

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles on record

Other Chevrolet Bolt EV model years

2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What gas mileage does the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV get?

The 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV has a U.S. EPA estimate of 119 MPGe combined (128 city / 110 highway).

How much is a 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV worth?

Comparable 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV listings run roughly $16,995–$22,000, typically around $19,354 (from 14 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.