KnownCarProblemsChevrolet Sonic Problems by Year
Owners have filed 954 complaints with NHTSA about the Chevrolet Sonic since the 2000 model year. The years with the most are 2012, 2013, 2014. The most common problem overall: engine.
Counts are not adjusted for sales: popular years collect more complaints, and recent years have had less time to.
Chevrolet Sonic problems by model year
| Year | Complaints | Top problem | Recalls | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Sonic | 37 | Engine | 0 | 6 |
| 2016 Sonic | 48 | Engine | 2 | 8 |
| 2015 Sonic | 114 | Electrical | 3 | 15 |
| 2014 Sonic | 150 | Electrical | 4 | 11 |
| 2013 Sonic | 217 | Engine | 6 | 24 |
| 2012 Sonic | 354 | Transmission | 7 | 27 |
22 recalls in total across these years. Years with fewer than 25 complaints have no separate page.
Questions about the Chevrolet Sonic
- What years of the Chevrolet Sonic have the most problems?
- By owner complaints to NHTSA: 2012 (354), 2013 (217), 2014 (150).
- What is the most common problem with the Chevrolet Sonic?
- Across all model years, owners complain most about the engine (244), transmission (227), electrical (214).
- Which Chevrolet Sonic years have the fewest complaints?
- Among model years at least four years old: 2011 (1), 2019 (8), 2020 (10). Fewer complaints can also mean fewer cars sold, so compare with sales before you decide.