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2013 Chevrolet Volt Recalls

3 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

3

Affected systems

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Urgent advisories

Jul 27, 2023

Latest campaign date

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What the record says

This model year's count is above the Chevrolet Volt average of 1.7 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Hybrid Propulsion System, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2013 Chevrolet Volt recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 23V516000

Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module

Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC

Reported Jul 27, 2023

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 18V397000

Hybrid Propulsion System

Manufacturer: General Motors LLC

Reported Jun 14, 2018

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

If the voltage drops, the vehicle may lose propulsion, increasing the risk of crash.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 15V145000

Electrical System › Ignition

Manufacturer: General Motors LLC

Reported Mar 13, 2015

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

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.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

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2013 Chevrolet Volt recall questions

How many recalls does the 2013 Chevrolet Volt have?

This verified dataset contains 3 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2013 Chevrolet Volt. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2013 Chevrolet Volt?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology