2014 Chevrolet Sonic problems and complaints
Owners have filed 150 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Chevrolet Sonic. The most-reported areas: Electrical System (49), Engine (38), Unknown Or Other (34).
Key takeaways
- 150 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 11 involve a crash, 4 a fire, 9 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 49 | 33% |
| Engine | 38 | 25% |
| Unknown Or Other | 34 | 23% |
| Air Bags | 24 | 16% |
| Power Train | 20 | 13% |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 15 | 10% |
| Steering | 13 | 9% |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 8 | 5% |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 4% |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 3% |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 2% |
| Structure | 3 | 2% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Chevrolet Sonic 5 DR FWD | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| 2014 Chevrolet Sonic 4 DR FWD | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Electrical System - filed 2026-09-10
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. It was installed correctly: correct polarity, both terminals tight and free of corrosion, hold-down secured. The car ran normally for about eight weeks, with ...
Steering - filed 2026-04-30
Power steering light came on while Driving and lost power steering assist control. Almost crashed while turning down the street.
Electrical System,engine,fuel/Propulsion System - filed 2026-03-02
Electric My coolant And leaking issues My car door look when keys are inside ignition
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More for the 2014 Chevrolet Sonic
Complaints are reports filed by owners with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. NHTSA publishes them without verifying them, and counts rise with how many cars were sold, so compare years of the same model rather than different models. Crash ratings are NHTSA's own 5-Star Safety Ratings results.