2014 Chevrolet Sonic
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 150
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Electrical system
Campaigns on file for 2014
None on file
33% of complaints
Complaints per year
2014: 150 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
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| 2011 | 1 |
| 2012 | 354 |
| 2013 | 217 |
| 2014 | 150 |
| 2015 | 114 |
| 2016 | 48 |
| 2017 | 37 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 10 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Electrical system
33% · 49 reportsMost commonly citing wiring and 12v/24v/48v battery.
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A new EverStart Maxx lead-acid battery (Group Size H5/47, 12V, 650 CCA) was bought at Walmart on 07/14/2026 and installed the same day in a 2014 Chevrolet Sonic.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-10
The car is completely shutting off all power while driving. The doors will start locking and unlocking and the no power at all. I have taken it to multiple mechanic and it reads no codes. It has done this to me on the Highway.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-06-15
Engine
25% · 38 reportsAir bags
16% · 24 reportsMost commonly citing occupant classification.
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Went to pass an eighteen wheeler on an interstate and as I accellerated, the vehicle began to fishtail, when I ran over a bumpy part in the road due to a bridge that fell , I lost all stability control and control over the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-21
Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc)
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Sonic. While driving 50 MPH, the contact struck a van due to weather conditions. The air bags did not deploy. The police department was called to the scene and a police report was filed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-02-16
"off" remains illuminated on my passenger airbag light whether or not someone is sitting in the passenger seat. It's actually somewhat rare to see "on" illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-06-24
Power train
13% · 20 reportsFuel/propulsion system
10% · 15 reportsSafety timeline
4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2013-11-07Fuel system, gasoline13V464000 General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 and 2014 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured August 2, 2013, through August 12, 2013. Due to insufficient welds, the front fuel tank strap…
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front fuel tank strap bracket, and repair it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 7, 2013. Owners may contact GM at…
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2014Complaint volume 150 complaints filed for this model year.
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2014-08-29Equipment14V417000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Buick Encore all-wheel-drive vehicles manufactured August 23, 2012, to September 9, 2013; Verano vehicles manufactured August 8, 2012, to June 20, 2013; Chevrolet Cruze vehicles...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine oil pan/block heater cord with a new cord that is rated for temperatures of minus 40 degree Celsius. The recall began in August 2014.
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2014-10-21Air bags14V543000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured July 28, 2014, to August 1, 2014.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will test the terminals in the IP harness clock spring coil connector and replace any loose terminals, free of charge. The recall began in October 2014.
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2016-05-26Electrical system, equipment16V257000 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.
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2014 Chevrolet Sonic — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 49 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 38 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 24 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 13V464000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 14V417000 · Equipment
- Recall 14V543000 · Air bags
- Recall 16V257000 · Electrical system, equipment
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- Is the 2014 Chevrolet Sonic reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Chevrolet Sonic is rated "worse than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2014 Chevrolet Sonic?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2014 Chevrolet Sonic have?
- 4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.