Chevrolet Bolt EV NHTSA Safety Ratings

NHTSA gives the 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with 5 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars for rollover resistance.

Latest model year (2023):

NHTSA rates the Chevrolet Bolt EV at 5 ★ overall, 5 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 5 ★ rollover.

VerifiedNHTSA Safety Ratings · Verified August 9, 2026

Chevrolet Bolt EV Safety — All Years

YearVariantOverallFrontalSideRolloverRecallsComplaints
20232023 Chevrolet Bolt EV 5 HB FWD5 ★5 ★5 ★5 ★358
20222022 Chevrolet Bolt EV 5 HB FWD5 ★5 ★5 ★5 ★759
20212021 Chevrolet Bolt EV 5 HB FWD5 ★4 ★5 ★5 ★566

Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.

Chevrolet Bolt EV Safety FAQ

Is the Chevrolet Bolt EV a safe car?

NHTSA gives the Chevrolet Bolt EV an overall crash rating of 5 out of 5 stars, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.

What is the rollover rating of the Chevrolet Bolt EV?

The Chevrolet Bolt EV scores 5 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 9.7%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.

Does the Chevrolet Bolt EV have driver assistance features?

NHTSA records the tested Chevrolet Bolt EV as having electronic stability control, with forward collision warning and with lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.

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