2012 CHEVROLET SONIC Safety Overview
The 2012 CHEVROLET SONIC has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 2 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Power train:automatic transmission
- Air bags
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as if the transmission turbine shaft fracture occurs during vehicle operation in first or second gear, the vehicle will not upshift to the third through sixth gears, limiting the vehicle's speed.
Consumer Complaints
To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.
Why It Matters
Staying informed about these safety records is critical for CHEVROLET SONIC owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufacture...
If the transmission turbine shaft fracture occurs during vehicle operation in first or second gear, the vehicle will not upshift to the third through sixth gears, limiting the vehicle's speed. If the fracture occurs during operation in third through sixth gear, the vehicle will coast until it slows enough to downshift to first or second gear, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 14V315000: If the transmission turbine shaft fracture occurs during vehicle operation... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 Buick Verano vehicles manufactured D...
If the bar and terminals are contacting each other at the time of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, that air bag will not deploy, increasing the driver's risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 14V300000: If the bar and terminals are contacting each other at the time of a crash... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.