NHTSA Safety Recalls
2018 Chevrolet Sonic Recalls
The 2018 Chevrolet Sonic has 1 NHTSA safety recall on file. Recall repairs are always free, whatever the car's age or mileage.
A recall covers a range of VINs, not every Chevrolet Sonic built. Check your own 17-character VIN before assuming yours is affected.
1 recall on the 2018 Chevrolet Sonic
SEATS
NHTSA 18V342000- The defect
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles. A joint in the driver's seat-back frame may not be properly welded, reducing the strength of the seat-back frame.
- The risk
- In the event of a rear-impact crash, the seat-back may fail, increasing the risk of injury.
- The fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat-back, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18178.
Checking your own car
A recall applies to a range of VINs, not to every 2018 Chevrolet Sonic built. To confirm whether yours is affected, find the 17-character VIN on the driver-side dashboard or door jamb and enter it in NHTSA's official lookup.
Repairs for safety recalls are free and never expire. A dealer cannot charge you, and cannot refuse on the grounds that the car is old or out of warranty. If one does, call the NHTSA hotline on 1-888-327-4236.