2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV steering problems
Owners reported steering problems in 46 complaints for the 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 19% of the complaints on file. It is the 2nd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 46 19% of this year's complaints
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
What the data shows
None of the steering complaints mention a crash, fire, injury or death.
What owners wrote
Odo, 500 miles, brand new vehicle. The vehicle makes a clicking noise at speeds of 0 - 25 MPH, or, when the vehicle coming to a stop, or, when the vehicle accelerates. Other owners complain about the same issue discussed here [link removed]
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV. The contact stated that the steering wheel failed to return to center after turning to the left or the right. The contact used excessive force to manually return the steering wheel to center. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed that the rack and pinion assembly had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 24,000.
Other problems reported for the 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV
- Electrical system 85 complaints
- Fuel system 44 complaints