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2018 Chevrolet Sonic recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2018 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Seats | 1 |
Safety recalls1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| May 27, 201818V342000 | SeatsIn the event of a rear-impact crash, the seat-back may fail, increasing the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 18V342000
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Owner complaints by component15
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 6 | 40 |
| Engine | 4 | 27 |
| Unknown or other | 2 | 13 |
| Seats | 2 | 13 |
| Wheels | 2 | 13 |
| Fuel system | 1 | 7 |
| Gasoline | 1 | 7 |
| Air bags | 1 | 7 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 7 |
| Parking brake | 1 | 7 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 7 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 7 |
| Steering | 1 | 7 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 7 |
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
“My 2018 Chevrolet Sonic 1.8L has experienced repeated complete battery discharge and electrical failures over approximately two years.”
- Engine
“Dear GM Executive Office, I am writing in frustration and disappointment after being told today by Chevrolet Customer Assistance that the case I opened (Case # [XXX]) was simply a "dealer complaint" and that no further…”
- Fuel system
“The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Sonic. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine was idling roughly. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated.”
Other Chevrolet Sonic model years
- 20200 recalls10 complaints
- 20181 recall15 complaints
- 20170 recalls37 complaints
- 20162 recalls48 complaints
- 20153 recalls114 complaints
- 20144 recalls150 complaints
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2018 Chevrolet Sonic recall questions
How many recalls does the 2018 Chevrolet Sonic have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2018 Chevrolet Sonic. The most recent, 18V342000 (reported May 27, 2018), concerns seats. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2018 Chevrolet Sonic?
Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 6 complaints out of 15 filed with NHTSA (40%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2018 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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