Should I be concerned about Chevy Bolt battery degradation?
We own a Chevy Bolt and love having an EV, but this is my first electric car and I don’t know what to expect. Should I be worried about Chevrolet Bolt battery degradation?
battery shouldn’t see any major degradation until it reaches somewhere between 300,000 and 400,000 miles. Otherwise, you can expect the battery to degrade by 6% to 8% over your first 100,000 miles with normal usage.
One thing you should be concerned about is the Chevrolet Bolt’s
, affecting model years 2017-2022. A manufacturer defect in the lithium battery was found to create a potential fire hazard.
That means unless you’re driving a brand-new 2023 model, you need to get your battery replaced through the recall process.
You should also know that your Bolt battery is covered by a warranty that’s good for eight years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. Under that warranty, your battery may be eligible for a replacement if it dips to 60% capacity before the warranty term expires.
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