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2013 Chevrolet Sonic repairs by problem area

Engine (38%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (12%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)

Other (4%)

Chart based on 89 repairs.
See TSBs and recalls for the 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.

2013 Chevrolet Sonic 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD

32000 mi

US $300
Replaced shift cable 

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2013 Chevrolet Sonic 4dr Sedan

138-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

1540 mi Wheel squeak. Known Problem with Chev Sonic. Dealer applied stick on foam strips to wheel cover to prevent squeak. 

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2013 Chevrolet Sonic 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

13000 mi Heard a rattling noise at times upon startup; eventually took it in and noise was traced to a broken battery tray, which was replaced under warranty. 

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2013 Chevrolet Sonic 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD

Windshield washer jet was clogged. Dealer replaced under warrantee 

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2013 Chevrolet Sonic Other Problems

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