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2019 Chevrolet Volt

Common problems & what to know before you buy

Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 2019 Chevrolet Volt.

Safety record

Recalls on the 2019 Chevrolet Volt

Recall·18V576000

Service brakes: caliper

The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.

Recall·18V673000

Seat belts: rear/other

Certain second-row or third-row rear seatbelts retractor assemblies may not automatically lock when the seatbelt is fully pulled out of the…

Source: NHTSA

Owner complaints

What 34 owners reported

Power train16
Electrical system8
Seats1
Steering1

Source: NHTSA

Specifications

2019 Chevrolet Volt at a glance

Trims
LTPremier
Engine
1.5L 4-Cylinder Plug-In Hybrid
Transmission
CVT
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Plug-In Hybrid
Body style
Hatchback
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Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 2019 Chevrolet Volt?

Owners have filed 34 complaints about the 2019 Chevrolet Volt with NHTSA, most often about the power train. There are 2 recall campaigns covering this model year. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.

Is the 2019 Chevrolet Volt reliable?

Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Start with the 2 open recall campaigns on this model year and confirm the work was completed. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.

Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 2019 Chevrolet Volt?

Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 2019 Chevrolet Volt listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.

Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.