CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Chevrolet Sonic has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 48 complaints with NHTSA, including 8 crashes, 1 fire, 6 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (13 reports).
2016 Chevrolet Sonic recalls
Radio May Not Chime for Unbuckled Seatbelt or Key Left In
Certain Chevrolet vehicles with a Bring Your Own Media radio may fail to sound the audible warning chime when the driver is not wearing a seatbelt or when the key is left in the ignition.
Missing key warning chime can raise theft risk
Some 2013-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax and 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles with a Bring Your Own Media radio may not sound the audible warning chime when the key is left in the ignition after the ignition is turned off and the driver waits 10 minutes or longer before opening the door.
Most common 2016 Chevrolet Sonic problems
Problem areas named in the 48 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 13 |
| Electrical System | 11 |
| Unknown Or Other | 8 |
| Air Bags | 8 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 |
| Suspension | 3 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 3 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
What owners report
This car overheated and a head gasket blew. I am on a Facebook forum, and it seems like all of these cars have these problems. The Chevy Sonic ltz turbo 1.4 2016 is known for coolant issues and head gasket failures. My car only had 104,000 miles on it. It should last a lot longer than that, but this is a common issue. For some reason there was a recall but they stopped fixing cars with 1.4 engines that came out after 2014. There cars don't have temperature gauges and when they overheat they don't tell you until a light comes on the dash and by then it's too late and your engine is blown. This should be illegal. Chevrolet needs to fix this.
Radio malfunctions. Channels automatically change and touch screen doesn't work all the time. I believe 2015 Sonic has a recall for this issue , but not 2016. It appears to be the same issue.
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Sonic. The contact stated that the driver's side door was stuck, and extra force was needed to open the door. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the power locks functioned as designed. Additionally, the contact stated that the steering wheel would unlock from the normal position and almost fell into the driverâs lap. The contact stated that failure of the steering wheel was frequent and occurred while driving at various speeds. The failure with the door was intermittent. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was purchased. T
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Sonic. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The ESC and oil pressure warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the residence. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the Intake Plenum Gasket and other unknown parts needed to be sealed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 36,299.
My car lock and unlocks when I did not hit any buttons. The remote start does not work sometimes. The battery loses connection from time to time with a brand new battery. I own 2 of these cars and the same exact thing is happening. There needs to be a recall on this
2016 Chevrolet Sonic questions
Does the 2016 Chevrolet Sonic have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2016 Chevrolet Sonic: Radio May Not Chime for Unbuckled Seatbelt or Key Left In; Missing key warning chime can raise theft risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Chevrolet Sonic?
Based on 48 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (13), Electrical System (11), Unknown Or Other (8).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Chevrolet Sonic has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.