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2020 Chevrolet Sonic

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2020 Chevrolet Sonic
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:46:12.885Z

Only 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

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.

Only 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Sonic Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2020 highlighted. 2011: 1 complaints 2011 2012: 353 complaints 2013: 217 complaints 2013 2014: 149 complaints 2015: 114 complaints 2015 2016: 48 complaints 2017: 37 complaints 2017 2018: 14 complaints 2019: 8 complaints 2019 2020: 10 complaints 2020
2020: 10 complaints
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YearComplaints
20111
2012353
2013217
2014149
2015114
201648
201737
201814
20198
202010

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 10 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

5 of 10 total reports mention: electrical system.

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MANUFACTURERS OWNERS MANUAL INSTRUCTIONS MAY LEAD TO TRANSMISSION / ELECTRICAL FAILURES WHICH MAY CAUSE AN ACCIDENT WHEN TRAVELING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20201026

POWER TRAIN

3 of 10 total reports mention: power train.

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1st occurence at approximately 37k miles on Vehicle has issue based on climate temperature sensor triggers a computer code 84 vehicle goes into limp mode to prevent engine failure however, this happens instantly no time to react and more than one...

NHTSA ODI report, 20240309

MANUFACTURERS OWNERS MANUAL INSTRUCTIONS MAY LEAD TO TRANSMISSION / ELECTRICAL FAILURES WHICH MAY CAUSE AN ACCIDENT WHEN TRAVELING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20201026

ENGINE

2 of 10 total reports mention: engine.

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1st occurence at approximately 37k miles on Vehicle has issue based on climate temperature sensor triggers a computer code 84 vehicle goes into limp mode to prevent engine failure however, this happens instantly no time to react and more than one...

NHTSA ODI report, 20240309

STEERING

1 of 10 total reports mentions: steering.

SEATS

1 of 10 total reports mentions: seats.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2020 Chevrolet Sonic — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2017 ▲ 2016 ● 2015

WORST YEARS

■ 2012 ◆ 2013 ◆ 2014

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FAQ

Is the 2020 Chevrolet Sonic reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Chevrolet Sonic?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2020 Chevrolet Sonic have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.