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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 transmission 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

64300 mi Transmission failed, rebuilt and still slipping so a entire unit replaced 
108000 mi

US $391
Noise from front end on accel and decel. Dealer misdiagnosed and replaced brake pads for $370. Issue turned out to be axle nut and washers, which were under $20 to repair. 
35800 mi Left Front CV joint boot flung grease inside the rim and wheel well. After further inspection at the dealer, the entire CV joint was replaced. 
46000 mi Car was making a clicking noise when braking and turning at the same time. Dealer took days to diagnose a faulty CV axle then had to bring it back to repair. 
56300 mi Received a check engine light with a code that pointed to the electric powertrain. Dealer reprogrammed a computer based on a service bulletin. 
23000 mi Trouble codes P2717 and P0700. First repair was to disassemble and clean Transmission Control Module (TCM) (FP#242681610). Fault not corrected. Then TCM replaced and programmed TCM/SOL code 1875D. Fault corrected. 
12000 mi Clicking while braking and turning right. Replaced front left axle shaft. 
24000 mi Bearing casing cracked.  

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2012 Chevrolet Volt Transmission Problems

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