2018 Chevrolet Sonic recall: seats
General Motors LLC reported this safety recall on May 27, 2018. It covers about 71 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 71
- reported
- May 27, 2018
- owners notified
- Jun 28, 2018
- related complaints
- 2
Seats
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- In the event of a rear-impact crash, the seat-back may fail, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 18V342000
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet Sonic 2018 2018
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 2 complaints about seats problems.
Questions about recall 18V342000
Is there a recall on the 2018 Chevrolet Sonic seats?
Yes. Recall 18V342000, reported on May 27, 2018, covers about 71 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 18V342000?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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