2019 Chevrolet Sonic Problems
- Complaints
- 8filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 47,600miles, 3 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 / 5stars overall, 2 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- 29 mpgcombined, 1.4L 4-cyl FWD · 26 city / 34 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic. The part named most often is other or unknown, with 3 complaints (38% of the total), followed by engine (2) and engine cooling (2). 3 of the complaints include a mileage, and 67% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 47,600 miles. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 580 technical service bulletins for this model year. Other or unknown complaints overlap with 82 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Engine complaints overlap with 57 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Other or unknown3 38%
- Engine2 25%
- Engine cooling2 25%
- Fuel system2 25%
- Electrical system1 13%
Example complaints
Other or unknown: “the CAR WAS BOUGHT IN May 24 of 2019. Since the car has been in the shop 4 times at JBA in Glen Burnie MD were I bought car From . Car been in Shop at JBA 01/29/2020 -Coolant Leaking , Was back in Shop 07/25/2022 - Water Pump Leaking , Car was Leaking Coolant, Back in shop October 2023 - For Over heating , Cooling System, Here we are January of 2024 car going back in shop at JBA or Cooling Issues”
NHTSA complaint #11565515, filed 2024-01Engine: “There is no temperature indicator and the car overheats. This caused the hose to the coolant to leak. I had the housing unit replaced but then the car still ran hot. I had the get the whole thermostat replaced. No forum could assist with the replacement of the 2019 as if this year model doesn’t exist and the part needed doesn’t fit properly making my car inoperable.”
NHTSA complaint #11585009, filed 2024-04Engine cooling: “The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Sonic. The contact stated the RPMs rose abnormally high. The contact stated that the check engine warning light had illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an AutoZone where it was scanned and diagnosed that the turbo charger had failed and needed to be replaced. The diagnostic scan retrieved DTC code: P0299. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 47,600.”
NHTSA complaint #11590570, filed 2024-05, 47,600 milesFuel system: “The thermostat housing and water pump keeps failing and leaking.The seat heaters dont work. The car started leaking antifreeze real bad which cause it to overheat and lock up. Yes it has been confirm by a dealer that alot of the chevys been coming for new thermostat housing and water pumps. No vehicle was only inspected by a dealer. The overheating like came on and then 10 seconds later the car locked up”
NHTSA complaint #11625053, filed 2024-11Mileage when problems were reported
67% of the 3 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 25 and 81,400 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonic · sedan FWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 12.6% risk |
| Sonic · hatchback FWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 12.6% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2019 model year: forward collision warning optional, lane departure warning optional, automatic emergency braking not available.
Neighbouring years: 2018: same overall rating; 2020: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2019 Chevrolet Sonic version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonic FWD | 1.4L 4-cyl | 6-speed manual | 27 | 38 | 31 | $2,150 |
| Sonic FWD | 1.4L 4-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 26 | 34 | 29 | $2,300 |
| Sonic 5 FWD | 1.4L 4-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 26 | 34 | 29 | $2,300 |
| Sonic 5 FWD | 1.4L 4-cyl | 6-speed manual | 26 | 35 | 29 | $2,300 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 580 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11037555Sep 26, 2026Other or unknown. This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.
- 11037253Sep 4, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11035340Jul 21, 2026Other or unknown. PI to help diagnose A/C concern
- 11030974Apr 1, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.
- 11030092Mar 9, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.
- 11030091Mar 9, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11029950Mar 2, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC'ss
- 11027697Jan 16, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC's
- 11027601Jan 8, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11025755Nov 20, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer’s vehicles that exhibit…
Other model years of the Chevrolet Sonic
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 10 | 3,400 | 0 | 5 | 29 | — | Not enough data |
| 2019 | 8 | 47,600 | 0 | 5 | 29 | — | Not enough data |
| 2018 | 15 | 27,475 | 1 | 5 | 30 | — | Falling |
| 2017 | 37 | 42,800 | 0 | 5 | 30 | 0 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2016 | 48 | 47,500 | 2 | 5 | 29 | 6 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2015 | 114 | 35,000 | 3 | 5 | 29 | 49 · Typical | Falling |
| 2014 | 150 | 50,664 | 4 | 5 | 29 | 51 · Typical | Falling |
| 2013 | 217 | 50,000 | 6 | 5 | 29 | 81 · More | Falling |
| 2012 | 354 | 45,000 | 7 | 5 | 30 | 100 · More | Falling |
All Chevrolet Sonic model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic have?
NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic is reported most often?
Other or unknown is named most often, in 3 complaints (38% of the total), followed by engine with 2.
Has the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic 5 out of 5 stars overall, across 2 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic get?
The EPA rates the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic (Sonic, 1.4L 4-cyl) at 29 mpg combined, 26 city and 34 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,300 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2019 Chevrolet Sonic reported?
Among the 3 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 47,600 miles and the middle half falls between 25 and 81,400 miles; 67% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.