2013 Chevrolet Sonic Chevrolet Sonic 2013

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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%)

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2013 Chevrolet Sonic suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (27%)

< $100 (73%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2013 Chevrolet Sonic 4dr Sedan

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

9000 mi Steering shaft replaced for 2nd time. Steering column also needs replaced. Was ordered but not installed yet. 

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2013 Chevrolet Sonic 4dr Sedan

138-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

30000 mi Right side. Rattle sound. Found to be loose so was replaced under warranty 

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2013 Chevrolet Sonic 4dr Hatch

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

29000 mi

US $310
Car failed state inspection. Front tires were found to be wearing on the side. Car required alignment and 2 new tires. 
17000 mi Replaced leaking water pump. 
95000 mi

US $178
Clunking sound from the front suspension. The dealer diagnosed it as bad stabilizer bar links that needed to be replaced. The parts were not in stock, so I had to make a second trip for repair once the parts were in. 

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2013 Chevrolet Sonic 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD

117000 mi

US $60
Passenger side sway bar link was worn. I replaced both passenger and driver's side 
73200 mi

US $300
Needed Struts/shocks/strut mounts/ alignment/ control arms lower both. 
69000 mi Driver sway bar link replaced for second time 
71000 mi Driver wheel bearing went out. Whole spindle replaced 

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2013 Chevrolet Sonic 4dr Hatch

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

25700 mi Electronic Power Steering Failure 
6920 mi Left front sway bar was loose and rattling. It was replaced. 

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2013 Chevrolet Sonic Suspension Problems

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