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2013 Chevrolet Volt recalls and problems

3 recalls and 308 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2013 Chevrolet Volt.

3
recalls
308
owner complaints
8
complaints mentioning a crash
2
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.

2013 Chevrolet Volt recalls

Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module

NHTSA campaign 23V516000 · reported July 27, 2023 · General Motors, LLC · 767 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Buick Verano, Chevrolet Camero, Sonic, and Volt vehicles. The driver-side air bag inflator may explode during deployment due to a manufacturing defect.
The risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix
Dealers will replace the driver-side air bag module, free of charge. On some 2013 Volt vehicles, the steering wheel will be replaced as well, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 23, 2023. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N232413120.

Hybrid propulsion system

NHTSA campaign 18V397000 · reported June 14, 2018 · General Motors LLC · 4,606 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Chevrolet Volt vehicles. An update to the Hybrid Powertrain Control Module 2 (HPCM2) may have disabled the cell balancing function causing a low-voltage condition.
The risk
If the voltage drops, the vehicle may lose propulsion, increasing the risk of crash.
The fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the HPCM2, free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18215.

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.

What owners report

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

Apr 30, 2026 · Electrical system

Fully charged. Goes from electric to generator/gas propulsion and abruptly slowes about 1/2 speed. Very dangerous.

Feb 26, 2026 · Air bags

The passenger presence sensor is failing or failed because every time someone sit in there the airbag turns on and off repeatedly every 2-3 mins and gives a service airbag warning and if no one is sitting in the passenger seat then it just stays on. Could be really dangerous if a wreck happens while it’s glitching in…

Feb 4, 2026 · Fuel/propulsion system

I received the "Propulsion Power is Reduced" Alert engine light while driving in "Normal" mode on the freeway at around 60mph with 8-9 miles of Battery capacity, it showed 0 miles of Battery forcing the Gas Engine on and the vehicle hesitated upon applying the accelerator for the remainder of the drive. My safety and…

Dec 16, 2025 · Engine and engine cooling · 141,323 miles

The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Volt. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The Check Engine warning light was flashing, and the messages "No Propulsion Power" and "No Power To Engine" were displayed. The contact stated that two individuals pulled over and assisted the…

Oct 25, 2025 · Air bags

The passenger occupancy sensor gives a false positive. The only way I can get rid of the beeping is plug in the seatbelt. I have read on Reddit forums that this is a very common problem with 2013 volts, but for some reason there isn't a recall. This is a safety issue. Thank you!

Volt model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2011 14920
2012 224562
2013 330882
2014 09351
2015 14411
2016 117021

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

Questions

Does the 2013 Chevrolet Volt have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2013 Chevrolet Volt, the most recent reported on July 27, 2023 (Air bags: frontal, driver side, inflator module). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Chevrolet Volt?
Owners have filed 308 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (161 complaints), followed by electrical system (63).
How many 2013 Chevrolet Volt complaints mention a crash or fire?
8 of 308 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 9 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received April 30, 2026.