2016 Chevrolet Sonic Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2016 Chevrolet Sonic. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 16V422000Jun 10, 201618,780 vehicles potentially affected
  Electrical system › Software
  Covers: Chevrolet Sonic 2015–2016, Spark 2013–2015, Trax 2015–2016

  Reported issue: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax, and 2013-2015 Spark vehicles equipped with a Bring Your Own Media radio. The affected radios may fail to provide an audible warning chime when the driver fails to fasten their seatbelt or if the driver leaves the key in the ignition. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety…

  Possible consequence: Without audible indicators, the driver may not fasten their seatbelt, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

  Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 45340.

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• 16V257000Apr 28, 2016317,572 vehicles potentially affected
  Electrical system › Software
  Covers: Chevrolet Sonic 2013–2016, Trax 2013–2016, Spark 2013–2015

  Reported issue: 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…

  Possible consequence: 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.

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