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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1G1RB6S52HU142053 · Checked Oct 16, 2026
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1G1RB6S52HU•••••• 2017 Chevrolet VOLT

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Most reported Electrical System 9 Engine 8 Power Train 6 Fuel/propulsion System 5

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Power Train Feb 2026
I am reporting a series of safety concerns regarding my 2017 Chevy Volt, which have persisted despite multiple attempts to address them with the dealership. These issues pose significant risks to my safety and that of others on the road. On January 18th, 2024, I brought my…
Steering Jan 2026
I am reporting a series of safety concerns regarding my 2017 Chevy Volt, which have persisted despite multiple attempts to address them with the dealership. These issues pose significant risks to my safety and that of others on the road. On January 18th, 2024, I brought my…
Electrical System Nov 2024
I was driving at about 50mph all of a sudden I got a propulsion error and my car stopped working it had no power! People had to swerve around me and I was almost hit. My car would not drive I shut it off and back on multiple times. Finally it started but would not go above 25 it…
Engine May 2024
My car's check engine light went on and after a while started blinking. The car would not go. When I got it towed and checked by the dealership, they said my EGR Valve had an issue and needed to be replaced. They said the part was on backorder and it could take months and tried…
Fuel/propulsion System Jan 2024
My BECM failed on my 2017 Volt. The vehicle set a check engine light and went into reduced engine power 3 times when I was driving it. I took it to a dealer in Metaire, Louisiana. That was 4 weeks ago. I have no confirmation of when the vehicle will be repaired. I have been…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1G1RB6S52HU142053 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.