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2014 Chevrolet Sonic recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2014 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 4
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 150
Latest campaign: Apr 28, 2016

Recall summary by component4

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Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Equipment	2	Apr 28, 2016	16V257000 14V417000
Air bags	1	Sep 9, 2014	14V543000
Fuel system, gasoline	1	Sep 26, 2013	13V464000

Safety recalls4

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

Apr 28, 2016Latest campaign


Apr 28, 201616V257000	Equipment: electrical radio/tape deck/cd etc. Without audible indicators, the driver may leave the key in the ignition, increasing the risk of theft. DetailsHide details for campaign 16V257000 What's wrong 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." Risk Without audible indicators, the driver may leave the key in the ignition, increasing the risk of theft. Remedy GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 17130. Campaign NHTSA 16V257000 · Apr 28, 2016
Sep 9, 201414V543000	Air bags If only the first-stage of the driver's frontal air bag deploys without the additional second-stage, the driver has an increased risk of injury during a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 14V543000 What's wrong 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. Risk If only the first-stage of the driver's frontal air bag deploys without the additional second-stage, the driver has an increased risk of injury during a crash. Remedy GM will notify owners, and dealers will test the terminals in the IP harness clock spring coil connector and replace any loose terminals, free of charge. The recall began in October 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14537. Campaign NHTSA 14V543000 · Sep 9, 2014
Jul 2, 201414V417000	Equipment: electrical Exposed wires increase the risk of electrical shock and personal injury if the cord is handled while it is plugged in. DetailsHide details for campaign 14V417000 What's wrong 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. Risk Exposed wires increase the risk of electrical shock and personal injury if the cord is handled while it is plugged in. Remedy GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine oil pan/block heater cord with a new cord that is rated for temperatures of minus 40 degree Celsius. The recall began in August 2014. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14257. Campaign NHTSA 14V417000 · Jul 2, 2014
Sep 26, 201313V464000	Fuel system, gasoline: storage tank assembly If the front fuel tank strap bracket separates, the increased load may lead to the failure of the other tank support. DetailsHide details for campaign 13V464000 What's wrong 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. Risk If the front fuel tank strap bracket separates, the increased load may lead to the failure of the other tank support. As a result, the fuel tank may come loose from the vehicle causing a fuel leak. A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire. Remedy GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front fuel tank strap bracket, and repair it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 7, 2013. Owners may contact GM at 1-800-521-7300. GM's recall campaign number is 13296. Campaign NHTSA 13V464000 · Sep 26, 2013

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Chevrolet recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component150

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150Complaints filed

11Involving a crash

4Involving a fire

9Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Electrical system	49	33	0	2	0
Engine	38	25	0	2	0
Unknown or other	34	23	2	1	1
Air bags	24	16	7	0	8
Power train	20	13	1	0	0
Fuel/propulsion system	15	10	0	0	0
Steering	13	9	3	0	2
Electronic stability control (ESC)	8	5	1	0	0
Service brakes	6	4	1	1	1
Exterior lighting	5	3	0	0	0
Vehicle speed control	3	2	0	0	0
Structure	3	2	1	0	0
Equipment	2	1	0	0	0
Seat belts	2	1	0	0	0
Suspension	2	1	1	0	0

6 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

Electrical system
“A new EverStart Maxx lead-acid battery (Group Size H5/47, 12V, 650 CCA) was bought at Walmart on 07/14/2026 and installed the same day in a 2014 Chevrolet Sonic.”
Filed 09/10/2026 · ODI 11763464
Steering
“Power steering light came on while Driving and lost power steering assist control. Almost crashed while turning down the street.”
Filed 04/30/2026 · ODI 11734965
Electrical system
“Electric My coolant And leaking issues My car door look when keys are inside ignition”
Filed 03/02/2026 · ODI 11721600

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2014 Chevrolet Sonic recall questions

How many recalls does the 2014 Chevrolet Sonic have?

NHTSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns for the 2014 Chevrolet Sonic. The most recent, 16V257000 (reported April 28, 2016), concerns equipment. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2014 Chevrolet Sonic recalls for?

The largest group is equipment, with 2 campaigns. Others: air bags (1), fuel system, gasoline (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2014 Chevrolet Sonic?

Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 49 complaints out of 150 filed with NHTSA (33%). Across all complaints, owners reported 11 crashs and 4 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2014 Chevrolet Sonic?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Chevrolet recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Chevrolet dealer.

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