2012 Chevrolet Volt Chevrolet Volt 2012

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2012 Chevrolet Volt repairs by problem area

Engine (42%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (9%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (10%)

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2012 Chevrolet Volt body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (14%)

< $100 (86%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 Chevrolet Volt 4dr Hatch

149-horsepower Electric + Gas CVT FWD

18000 mi Rattle from right rear of car. 
62000 mi

C $80
Battery shield needed to be reattached, had come partially off and was causing noises 
82460 mi

C $430
Driver side mirror support had corroded and broke off. Mirror needed to be replaced with a new unit 
36000 mi When going over curbs or speed bumps, creaking noise from rear hatch area. Rear hatch seal lubricated per a TSB. 
20600 mi Rubber Bump stop for hatch fell off Replaced with a new one 
10000 mi Passenger door misaligned. Rattle from dashboard. Update: the rattle later went away on its own. The door alignment was never addressed to my satisfaction, the dealer claimed it was "within spec". 
26000 mi Moisture in tail light 

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2012 Chevrolet Volt Body Problems

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