Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2019 Bolt EV.
The 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV is a passenger car propelled by an electric engine, and it stands out in the model’s history with 175 owner complaints—the highest tally recorded across the 2019–2027 span—alongside six recalls, predominantly tied to the electrical system. This concentration of issues firmly marks the 2019 model year as the peak of reported problems for the Bolt EV, a stark contrast to the 57 complaints logged for the 2023 version.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI Electric: 140R AGM VRLA battery is required. · Electric: 520 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
| Battery | 88866037 |
| Front wiper blades | 42566594 alt 42566593 |
| Cabin air filter | 13508023 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 164.2 in |
| Overall width | 69.7 in |
| Overall height | 62.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in |
| Curb weight | 3583 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 59.1 / 59.1 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 56/44 |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent published road-test results.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Premier Hatchback Elec 60-kWh | 6.50 sec | 15.10 sec | 200 hp | FWD |
| 2020 | Premier Hatchback Elec 65-kWh | 6.30 sec | 14.90 sec | 200 hp | FWD |
| 2020 | Premier Hatchback Elec 65-kWh | 6.70 sec | 15.20 sec | 200 hp | FWD |
| 2017 | Premier Hatchback Elec 60-kWh | 6.30 sec | 14.90 sec | 200 hp | FWD |
| 2017 | Premier Hatchback Elec 60-kWh | 6.30 sec | 14.90 sec | 200 hp | FWD |
| 2017 | Premier Hatchback Elec 60-kWh | 6.50 sec | 15.00 sec | 200 hp | FWD |
| 2022 | 2LT Hatchback Elec 65-kWh | 6.40 sec | 15.00 sec | 200 hp | FWD |
| 2023 | 2LT Hatchback Elec 65-kWh | 6.60 sec | 15.10 sec | 200 hp | FWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine Dot 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103.0 ft-lbs.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | ATF |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 3.1 qt |
| Brake Fluid | Dot 3 |
| Engine Coolant | Ethylene Glycol DEX-COOL |
| Windshield Washer Fluid Capacity | 128.0 oz |
| Lug Nuts | 103.0 ft-lbs |
| Automatic Transmission Drain Plug | 8.8 ft-lbs |
| Rear Wheel Hub | 43.0 ft-lbs |
| Refrigerant | R1234yf |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 1.60 lbs. |
| Oil Group | POE |
| Oil Capacity | 4.10 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | Electric: 140R AGM VRLA battery is required. |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | Electric: 520 cca |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Front: 30.0; Rear: 26.0 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 111.0; Rear: 74.0 |
| ABS Sensor Torque | Front: 6.6; Rear: 6.6 |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Front: .906; Rear: .335 |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after Refinish | Front: .945; Rear: .346 |
| Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation | .0016 |
| Maximum Rotor Runout | .001 |
| 1 | 120°-130° | |
| 1 | 48.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 30°-40° | 48 ft. lbs |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| Every 7,500 mi | Accelerator Pedal (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Hybrid Inverter (inspect coolant level) · Power Steering System (inspect) |
| Every 15,000 mi | Windshield Wiper Blade (replace) |
| Every 22,500 mi | Cabin Air Filter (replace) |
| Every 75,000 mi | Hood Hinge (inspect) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV recorded 175 complaints—the highest of the entire generation in the provided dataset—alongside 6 recalls, 2 investigations, and 627 TSBs, signaling the model year was squarely in the period of peak field issues. Comparing to 2020 (171 complaints, 8 recalls) and the subsequent decline through 2023 (57 complaints, 3 recalls), it is clear that complaints and TSBs dropped sharply after 2019-2020, suggesting these two years represented the worst of the generation's growing pains. The top complaint areas for 2019 were Electrical System (49) and Steering (42), with a notable 10 fire-related complaints—a figure consistent with the battery defect that ultimately triggered the industry-wide GM Bolt EV recall campaign affecting this and other model years. The 2019 model sits at the beginning of that trend, carrying the highest complaint volume and the fire-complaint signal that precipitated warranty extensions and eventual recall remedies. The concrete takeaway is that while the 2019 Bolt EV may command a lower price on the used market, it was the most problem-dense model year in this generation's arc, and a prospective buyer should verify that the battery recall work was fully completed before purchase.
All 175 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 6 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles. The door-handle cable inside the rear doors may be too long, allowing contact with the window when it is opened, possibly damaging the… Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear inside door-handle cables, free of charge. The recall began April 17, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service…
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles previously recalled under NHTSA recall number 20V-701. The high voltage battery could catch fire when charged to full or nearly full… Remedy: Owners are advised to take the following interim steps: Activate either the Hill Top Reserve (2017 and 2018 models) or Target Charge Level (2019 models) feature in their vehicle…
Showing 5 of 627 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| PIT3271Q | 2026-04-01 | Unknown Or Other | This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel… |
| PIP6104 | 2026-03-09 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and… |
| PIP4902V | 2026-03-09 | Unknown Or Other | This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into… |
| N252541510 | 2026-03-03 | Unknown Or Other | Certain vehicles may have been sold with a GM NACS Level 2 EV charging adapter (NACS to… |
| PIT6425D | 2026-03-02 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue… |
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