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2017 Chevrolet Volt repairs by problem area

Engine (22%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (1%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (42%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (13%)

Other (6%)

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2017 Chevrolet Volt electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (5%)

$500 - $999 (5%)

$100 - $499 (14%)

< $100 (77%)

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Chart based on 22 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2017 Chevrolet Volt 4dr Hatch

149-horsepower Plug-in Hybrid CVT FWD

35000 mi Both driver's side door actuators failed and needed to be replaced. 
40000 mi

US $900
Kuni Chevrolet did an improper repair of the front passenger and the rear driver's side door actuators while under warranty. They fell out of warranty. I took it to Folsom Chevrolet who fixed them properly, but I had to pay. Kuni WAS THE WORST NEW CAR DEALER I HAVE DEALT WITH IN 60 YEARS OF CAR OWNERSHIP. 
13000 mi AC loses coolant inexplicably. Dealer was unable to find problem. Has had to reharge the AC three times in two years. 
22000 mi Odometer was acting up. False readings, etc. 
17360 mi FM radio faded out completely for a day then returned but is weak - new antenna ordered and paint to match Voice command system inoperable - new module ordered 
50000 mi

US $375
Tpms sensor failure 
62000 mi

US $100
Replaced battery prior to BECM replacement. 
62000 mi BECM module had to be replaced under warranty. 
45000 mi

US $900
Needed new ignition coil to smooth out the engine. 
58000 mi

US $1000
replaced center display 
54000 mi

US $100
Center console touch screen display went dead (includes radio, nav, system programming) 
19220 mi replaced roof antenna 
5000 mi USB hub replaced 
9500 mi Radio was not pulling in FM stations. When I would scan, it would just continue scanning and never find one it could get. They replaced the radio, but in order to do so, had to order parts. 
13000 mi AM/FM radio did not have any reception. They found frayed wires on the antenna. Ordered a new one, had it painted, and replaced. Radio has been working great since repair. Repair was covered under warranty. 
2480 mi Infotainment screen went black. Radio would still work steering wheel controls. 
21760 mi Auto-dimming feature rear-view not working 
1860 mi The RKO (remote) was not detected. The transmitter was replaced. However, the trunk continues to work erratically. Locking sometimes. And other times not being able to be locked. In addition, there is occasional squeaking in the steering wheel. Trunk latch was replaced because it was locking and unlocking erratically. 
19220 mi The heating wasn't working. It turned out to be a software issue. 
16000 mi 12-volt battery determined to be faulty 
23500 mi Horn had funny sound 
24000 mi Heard static on AM stations on radio. Dealer replaced antenna. 
14260 mi Center screen went blank. Had to be replaced under warranty 
10000 mi The central touch screen display went out. The shop diagnosed it on the spot, ordered a new part and had it installed all in one day. 
14000 mi Recall 
17000 mi Factory recall 
9000 mi Applied TSB to tighten multiple electrical connections. Prior to this, temporary loss of 12V signal resulted in every module throwing a code. 

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2017 Chevrolet Volt Electrical Problems

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