Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (engine, cooling system, oil leaks, timing chain, exhaust).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2017 Chevrolet Volt owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact 2017 Chevrolet Volt. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle switched over from battery to fuel and a message was displayed that there was no fuel available. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve failure light illuminated, and the vehicle started decelerating. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and restarted the vehicle. The contact continued to drive at slower speeds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the propulsion power was reduced. The contact was informed that the battery energy control module needed to be replaced. The dealer later found upon further inspection that the EGR valve needed to be replaced but was not replaced. The contact stated that after having the repair completed the failure occurred approximately 3 times. …
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Volt. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle loss motive power with an unknown warning light illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. However, the vehicle would lose motive power whenever the vehicle exceeded 60 MPH. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the dealer informed the contact that the warranty had expired and there were no appointments available. The vehicle was taken to another dealer, Keyes Chevrolet (5949 Van Nuys Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91401) and the dealer informed the contact that the warranty was expired and could not assist the contact without the contact paying the diagnostic fee. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that they would escalate it to the legal department. The failure mileage was approximately 114,000.
Vehicle Make and Model 2017 Chevrolet Volt LT Miles Currently 28,000 (Car is recalled) Energy Hybrid The vehicle will not turn off, Motor Light Constantly on I never received a recall letter, email not mail notification The whole car smells like smoke and gasoline when AAA gives me jumps I've had two not at fault accidents since I've had the vehicle CarMax sold me the vehicle in February of 2021 I spoke with GM yesterday who stated and confirmed that my vehicle is defective and recalled The recall states that any 2017 & other Models can't be sold due to a multitude of reasons The recall was put in place before it was sold to me At this point, I want another vehicle (Brand New, That is recalled and damaged) I'm having panic attacks when trying and attempting to drive this car I was badly injured and I still am
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Volt. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the next morning when he attempted to start the vehicle, the vehicle made an abnormally loud sound. The contact shifted into reverse and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The vehicle was diagnosed with a battery malfunction. The vehicle was repaired; however, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The contact related the failure to Manufacturer Communication Number: 10251431 (Electrical System) and TSB Number: N232422680 (Special Coverage Battery Energy Control Module Malfunction). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included. The failure mileage was approximately 142,974.
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Volt. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The check engine warning light illuminated, and the reduced propulsion power message was displayed. The vehicle was then taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed with having a blown #3 fuse and the fuse was replaced. The contact stated later while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was then taken to Victor Chevrolet (7200 Pittsford Victor Rd, Victor, NY 14564) and was informed that the EGR valve needed to be replaced. The contact was informed that there was a 50/50 chance that the fuse would malfunction again if the EGR valve was not replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the EGR valve being on back order. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 59,352.
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Volt. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the message "Low Propulsion" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was repaired. The contact stated that the failure recurred, and the vehicle shuddered while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The contact stated that the vehicle lost motive power and failed to accelerate above 5 MPH. The vehicle was restarted; however, the vehicle failed to exceed 30 MPH. The vehicle was taken to the same dealer where it was diagnosed with an EGR valve coolant failure; however, the part was not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000. The VIN was not available.
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Volt. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The contact mentioned that the electrical hybrid battery failure warning error was illuminated, and the check engine warning light was also illuminated. The vehicle was able to start after multiple attempts to switch over to gasoline mode. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the battery energy control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 46,000.
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Volt. The contact stated that the vehicle was lagging and hesitating before accelerating. The contact stated that an excessive amount of pressure was needed to depress the accelerator pedal while driving. The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced reduced Hybrid propulsion. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The failure was intermittent. The vehicle had not been taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer had not been made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,000.
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Volt. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled with the message "Gasoline Engine not Available" displayed. The vehicle was restarted; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the EGR valve had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Volt. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle failed to restart. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the engine valves. The vehicle was not repaired due to parts not being available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 84,000.
Engine complaints in other Volt years
Frequently asked questions
How common are engine problems on the 2017 Chevrolet Volt?
NHTSA has 188 complaints about the engine & cooling of the 2017 Chevrolet Volt, 27% of the model year's 702 complaints. The component named most often is exhaust system › emission control › gas recirculation valve (egr valve) (4 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2017 Chevrolet Volt engine problems?
No. NHTSA lists no engine & cooling recall for the 2017 Chevrolet Volt. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2017 Chevrolet Volt engine problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 28,000 miles, and 42% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 2 crashes, 1 fire and 2 injuries to engine & cooling problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.