Does the 2011 Chevrolet Volt have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2011 Chevrolet Volt, the most recent reported on March 13, 2015 (Electrical system: ignition, Engine and engine cooling: engine, gasoline). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Chevrolet Volt?

Owners have filed 49 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (23 complaints), followed by air bags (8).

How many 2011 Chevrolet Volt complaints mention a crash or fire?

2 of 49 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2011 Chevrolet Volt recalls and problems

1 recall and 49 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Chevrolet Volt.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2011 Chevrolet Volt recalls

Electrical system: ignition · Engine and engine cooling: engine, gasoline

NHTSA campaign 15V145000 · reported March 13, 2015 · General Motors LLC · 50,236 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Volt vehicles manufactured August 25, 2010, to June 26, 2013. If the driver exits the vehicle without turning off the electrical system, the battery may drain low enough that the gasoline engine will automatically start itself to recharge the electric battery.
The risk: If the engine runs for an extended period of time in an enclosed space, there may be a build up of carbon monoxide, increasing the risk of personal injury.
The fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine management software to limit the time that the stationary vehicle can be left in the ON position, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14617.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Electrical system23
Air bags8
Fuel/propulsion system6
Engine4
Power train3
Service brakes3
Steering3
Seats2
Suspension2
Electronic stability control (ESC)1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 20, 2025 · Exterior lighting · 97,000 miles
The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Volt. The contact stated that water was accumulating inside the driver's side taillight assembly. The contact stated that the water caused a short circuit in the taillight, and the passenger’s side turn signal became inoperable. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent…

Aug 4, 2025 · Service brakes · crash reported
I was stopped at a red light with my foot on the brake. When the light turned green, I released the brake and the car suddenly accelerated forward on its own, without me touching the accelerator. As soon as the car surged forward, I immediately pressed the brake pedal hard to stop it but instead of slowing down, the…

Apr 26, 2024 · Electrical system
Driver display is blank (no speed, gear position, odometer, gas tank, etc), with the exception of some warning icons like tire pressure and passenger seat belt status. Does no return after turning off power.

Jan 20, 2024 · Engine
'11 Chevy Volt hybrid was daily driver of 100+ miles, multiple trips both highway and city for last 2 1/2 months. Breaks and rotors have been replaced all the way around, fresh oil changes as needed and filters. Warning on dash "Service High Voltage Charging System", ”Service Airbag" and check engine light have been…

Dec 29, 2023 · Fuel/propulsion system
The car quit running when my wife was driving the car when the mileage range went down to 4 miles range remaining. The car was towed to the local Chevrolet dealership who charged over $1,000 to reset the electronics so car would run. I was advised that if battery range was run down to a low mileage range that car…

Volt model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2011	1	49	2	0
2012	2	245	6	2
2013	3	308	8	2
2014	0	93	5	1

Across all years, the 2017 Volt has the most complaints (703). All Chevrolet Volt years →

Questions

Does the 2011 Chevrolet Volt have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2011 Chevrolet Volt, the most recent reported on March 13, 2015 (Electrical system: ignition, Engine and engine cooling: engine, gasoline). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Chevrolet Volt?: Owners have filed 49 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (23 complaints), followed by air bags (8).
How many 2011 Chevrolet Volt complaints mention a crash or fire?: 2 of 49 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 20, 2025.