Worst 2014 Chevrolet Sonic Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
Airbags
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2014 Chevrolet Sonic.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 47 | — | 1 | 48,219 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 38 | — | 2 | 48,674 mi | |
| Airbags | 23 | 7 | — | 48,239 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 20 | 1 | — | 72,076 mi | |
| Fuel System | 15 | — | — | 37,816 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 12 | 3 | — | 46,307 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 8 | 1 | — | 33,704 mi | |
| Brakes | 6 | 1 | 1 | 20,707 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 5 | — | — | 47,187 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Other Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Injectors | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:Fan/Motor | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2014 Chevrolet Sonic
4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~322,424 vehicles.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax vehicles and 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles equipped with a Bring Your Own Media radio. The affected radios may fail to provide an audible warning chime when the driver, after turning off the ignition and leaving the key in the cylinder, waits 10 minutes or longer to open the door. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114 "Theft Protection."
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured July 28, 2014, to August 1, 2014. Due to a loss of electrical connection in the steering column, in the event of a severe crash, the driver's frontal air bag deployment may be limited to the first-stage deployment only instead of the intended first-stage and second-stage deployments.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Buick Encore all-wheel-drive vehicles manufactured August 23, 2012, to September 9, 2013; Verano vehicles manufactured August 8, 2012, to June 20, 2013; Chevrolet Cruze vehicles manufactured August 7, 2012, to August 16, 2013, and 2012-2014 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured May 10, 2011, to August 16, 2012 equipped with a Calix oil pan/block heater. In cold temperatures, the insulation on the engine block heater cord can become damaged, allowing the wires to be exposed.
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 and 2014 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured August 2, 2013, through August 12, 2013. Due to insufficient welds, the front fuel tank strap bracket may separate from the vehicle.
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2014 Chevrolet Sonic — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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