Chevrolet Sonic engine failure problems

Filed Mar 9, 2024 · Engine, Transmission · AZ

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 occasion creating a hazardous driving situation in heavy traffic, vehicle also overheats creating hazardous leaks of anti freeze at boiling temperatures ability to burn anyone who comes in contact. This remains an ongoing issue with vehicle, vehicle now back in possesion of bank Santander Consumer USA, this is being reported to protect any innocent parties involved to avoid injuries or even fatality

Filed Jul 15, 2023 · Engine · IL

Vehicle has 53k miles. I have had the error code p0011 (camshaft, vvt bank 1 too advanced) for most of the time I've had this car. Spend thousands at a certified dealership to get this issue fixed, only for it to pop up again. I was told the solution for this code is a new engine. This was after I spend thousands and my power train warranty expired. Oil changes and Routine maintenance were all done in timely manner. This engine was built to fail.

Filed Apr 17, 2023 · Engine · CT

On 4/1/2023 my engine light went on. I had my nephews look at it. see pictures below for engine read and how oil mixed with antifreeze. Also note service paperwork. Gaskets were not up to quality to keep the oil sealed in its compartment. Manager called and tried to take care of issue because he only uses genuine parts but was told there was an issue with this part and until there were more fatalities or more people complained noting could be done. He was NOT happy. They did the best they could resorting to youtube videos and imagination. When I got it back, it was like brand new. Two days later, my engine light came on again. You will find the new engine reading which again had the oil mix with the antifreeze and no oil left. The engine would blow/seize or worse if I kept driving it. I am on disability and live alone. I cannot afford the unpredictability of having something happen to me on the road or where I am suppose to the money. I complained before to a manager at a dealership when I had a problem with my motor when my car was still new. He told me it was supposed to be like that. I keep revving in the middle of traffic lights and people were on my backend when I would get out of work at 3:00 am. The car was recalled two months later to replace many individual motor parts. I am too old and anxious to play these games. Please seriously have look into this please. Thank you for your time.

Filed May 31, 2022 · Steering · 67,000 miles · OH

The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Sonic. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel seized and the vehicle then stalled. The contact pulled over at a gas station and parked the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 67,000.

Filed Feb 28, 2019 · Transmission · 50,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 chevrolet sonic. While attempting to park the vehicle, the shift interlock button seized. The contact was unable to place the vehicle in park, turn the key in the ignition, or release the brake pedal without the vehicle rolling forward. The vehicle was taken to grand prize chevrolet buick gmc (located at 32 ny-304, nanuet, ny 10954, (845) 623-6060) where it was diagnosed that the gear shift button (pn: gm95393161) needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.

Filed Aug 9, 2018 · Electrical · 69,896 miles · OR

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chevrolet sonic. While the vehicle was stationary, the key was removed from the ignition, but the engine failed to turn off. In addition, the vehicle would not accelerate beyond 5 MPH. Furthermore, all of the power windows became inoperative. The dealer (power chevrolet, 500 sw sublimity blvd, sublimity, oregon 97385, (866) 928-5319) was made aware of the failures and repaired the wiring in the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and provided the contact with case numbers: 8-4486719908 and 8-4102065156. The failure mileage was approximately 69,896.

Filed May 31, 2016 · Electrical, Transmission · 56,000 miles · KY

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chevrolet sonic. When the vehicle was placed in the park position, the engine turned off and it was difficult to remove the key from the ignition. The contact stated that the button on the shift lever seized. The contact stated that the shift lever had to be tapped to disengage the button and remove the key from the ignition. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 56,000.

Filed Oct 15, 2015 · Brakes · 56,400 miles · MA

Intermittently, applying the brakes hard is unresponsive - like pressing on a board. I nearly struck 2 kids on bikes the other day. Scary. The dealer stated, "technician test drove vehicle and verified customer's concern. Inspected brake system, found check valve for brake booster stuck open and brake booster vacuum pump seized." I contend that this is not a wear and tear type of issue, but rather a manufacturer's defect. In researching this matter, I found message boards and forums that describe the same issue. Here is one such discussion: http://www.sonicownersforum.com/forum/handling-braking-suspension-discussion/18313-brake-pedal-gets-rock-hard-immediately-off-boost-vac-pump-going.html chevrolet will not remedy this problem under the power train warranty and the dealer wants $700 to fix the problem. This should be fixed free of charge because it is apparently a common and very dangerous defect in this vehicle.

Filed Apr 1, 2015 · Airbags, Steering · 200 miles · NC · crash · 2 injuries

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 chevrolet sonic. While driving 20 MPH, the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who diagnosed that the alternator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. However, the failure recurred and the vehicle was taken multiple times to the dealer. The technician was unable to diagnose or repair the vehicle. Three months later, while driving at 20 MPH, the steering wheel seized and the brake pedal was depressed. As a result, another vehicle crashed into the rear of the contact's vehicle and the air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained back injuries, but did not require medical attention. The rear driver side passenger did not sustain any injuries, but required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 200.

Filed Nov 17, 2014 · Transmission · 60,000 miles · UT

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet sonic. The contact stated that the button on the gear shifter seized. As a result, the shift lever became lodged in one gear. The failure recurred daily and no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the entire gear shifter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.