CHEVROLET SONIC 2018: SEATS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V342000

Make Model Year
CHEVROLET SONIC 2018
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2018-06-28 2018-05-27 2018-05-29

Production Dates: 2017-10-31 - 2017-11-22

Manufacturers Involved: General Motors, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 18178

Component: SEATS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 71

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

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.

Consequence

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.

Notes

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.