- The problem
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Buick Verano, Chevrolet Camero, Sonic, and Volt vehicles. The driver-side air bag inflator may explode during deployment due to a manufacturing defect.
- The risk
- An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the driver-side air bag module, free of charge. On some 2013 Volt vehicles, the steering wheel will be replaced as well, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 23, 2023. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N232413120.
Vehicle safety record
2013 Chevrolet Volt Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2013 Chevrolet Volt have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in July 2023 for the inflator module.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Volt year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2013 Chevrolet Volt recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Chevrolet Volt vehicles. An update to the Hybrid Powertrain Control Module 2 (HPCM2) may have disabled the cell balancing function causing a low-voltage condition.
- The risk
- If the voltage drops, the vehicle may lose propulsion, increasing the risk of crash.
- The fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the HPCM2, free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18215.
- The problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Volt vehicles manufactured August 25, 2010, to June 26, 2013. If the driver exits the vehicle without turning off the electrical system, the battery may drain low enough that the gasoline engine will automatically start itself to recharge the electric battery.
- The risk
- If the engine runs for an extended period of time in an enclosed space, there may be a build up of carbon monoxide, increasing the risk of personal injury.
- The fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine management software to limit the time that the stationary vehicle can be left in the ON position, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14617.
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Chevrolet Volt: every year compared
All Volt years2013 Chevrolet Volt vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Chevrolet Volt | 0 | 3 | D | |
| 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | 751 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | 587 | 5 | F | Compare |
| 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | 187 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2013 Chevrolet Captiva | 106 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | 82 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | 82 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 2013 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 | 79 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2013 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 | 79 | 0 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2013 Chevrolet Volt
Does the 2013 Chevrolet Volt have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2013 Chevrolet Volt: inflator module (July 2023); hybrid propulsion system (June 2018); ignition (March 2015). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2013 Chevrolet Volt had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2013 Chevrolet Volt a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 35 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Chevrolet Volt year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2013 Chevrolet Volt has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data