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2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2022 Bolt EV.

Engine Electric

The 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV is a compact all‑electric hatchback built on General Motors’ dedicated BEV platform and powered by an electric drivetrain. It recorded seven recalls across its production run, with the electrical system emerging as the most frequent source of owner complaints, accounting for a total of 59 issues reported for the model year. Within the broader 2019‑2027 complaint record, 2022 sits between the peak of 175 complaints in the inaugural 2019 year and the low of 57 complaints in 2023, indicating a steady improvement in reliability as the model matures.

Model year202320222021201920182017

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque100.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 140R - AGM VRLA battery is required for this vehicle. · 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 groupBCI 140R - AGM VRLA battery is required for this vehicle. · 520 CCAOEM · verified
Tire size215/50R17 91HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim6.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Battery88866037
Front wiper blades42566593 alt 42566594
Cabin air filter13508023

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length163.4 in
Overall width69.7 in
Overall height63.4 in
Wheelbase102.4 in
Curb weight3589 lb
Track (front / rear)59.1 / 59.1 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)56/44

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent published road-test results.

6.4 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.40 sec — 2022 2LT Hatchback
200 hpHorsepower (as tested)
266 lb-ftTorque (as tested)
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
20222LT Hatchback Elec 65-kWh6.40 sec15.00 sec200 hpFWD
20232LT Hatchback Elec 65-kWh6.60 sec15.10 sec200 hpFWD
2020Premier Hatchback Elec 65-kWh6.30 sec14.90 sec200 hpFWD
2020Premier Hatchback Elec 65-kWh6.70 sec15.20 sec200 hpFWD
2019Premier Hatchback Elec 60-kWh6.50 sec15.10 sec200 hpFWD
2017Premier Hatchback Elec 60-kWh6.30 sec14.90 sec200 hpFWD
2017Premier Hatchback Elec 60-kWh6.30 sec14.90 sec200 hpFWD
2017Premier Hatchback Elec 60-kWh6.50 sec15.00 sec200 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 100.0 ft-lbs.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidDexron-HP
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity2.7 qt
Brake FluidDOT 4
Brake Fluid Capacity1.27 pt

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts100.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.6 lbs
Oil GroupPOE
Oil Capacity4.1 oz
Standard BCI Cranking Performance520 cca

Brakes

Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.118; Rear: 0.063

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Every 7,500 miAccelerator 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 miWindshield Wiper Blade (replace)
Every 22,500 miCabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 75,000 miHood Hinge (inspect)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV sits within a clear downward trend in federal complaints, dropping from 175 in 2019 to 59 in 2022, and further to 57 in 2023. Recalls, however, ticked up to 7 in 2022 from 5 in 2021, before falling to 3 in 2023, while investigations remained at 1, down from 2 in earlier years. Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for 2022 numbered 510, a slight increase over 2021’s 501 but still well below the 597–627 range of 2019–2020, indicating ongoing but moderating manufacturer guidance. The top complaint area for 2022 is the electrical system with 15 reports, yet notably there are zero fire complaints and only 3 crash complaints. This places the 2022 model in a transitional phase where owner-reported issues and investigations have sharply declined from earlier highs, though recall activity remains elevated; it is a solid used buy provided all recall repairs are confirmed complete.

7
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
510
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
59
Owner complaints
3 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 59 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Electrical System15
Unknown Or Other4
Power Train4
Steering3
Fuel/Propulsion System3
Air Bags2
Electrical System,Fuel/Propulsion System2
Electrical System,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System2

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 7 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

21V517000Air Bags:FrontalReported 08/07/2021

General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and Bolt EUV vehicles. One of the two fasteners that secure the driver's frontal air bag to the steering wheel may be missing or improperly tightened. Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the driver-side air bag fasteners. If the fasteners cannot be tightened properly, the air bag assembly will be replaced. All repairs…

21V650000Electrical System:Propulsion System:Traction BatteryReported 20/08/2021

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV vehicles. The high voltage battery could catch fire when charged to full or nearly full capacity. Remedy: Owners are advised to take the following interim steps: Set the Target Charge Level feature in their vehicle to limit the charge level to 90%, charge their vehicle more…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 510 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
PIT5966F2026-06-23Unknown Or OtherThis Preliminary information communicates an issue with an OTA pending message still…
PIT65192026-05-27Unknown Or OtherThis preliminary information is to inform technicians and customers that the voice…
PIC6423A2026-05-11Unknown Or OtherPi created to provide GM dealers with information on gathering information for projection…
PIC6551B2026-05-11Unknown Or OtherThis Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless…
PIT3271Q2026-04-01Unknown Or OtherThis preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel…

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Frequently asked

Does the 2022 Bolt EV have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 7 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.