SeatsRecall 18V-342 · 2018 Chevrolet Sonic
General Motors LLC recall 18V-342 covers 71 2018 Chevrolet Sonic for a seats problem, reported to NHTSA on May 27, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2019 Q3) shows 80% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V342000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles. A joint in the driver's seat-back frame may not be properly welded, reducing the strength of the seat-back frame.
The risk
In the event of a rear-impact crash, the seat-back may fail, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat-back, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18178.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
80%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from October 31, 2017 to November 22, 2017. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.