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Chevrolet Sonic repairs by problem area
Engine (41%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (13%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)
Other (4%)
Chart based on 282 repairs.
Chevrolet Sonic other repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (8%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (17%)
< $100 (75%)
Chart based on 12 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
turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 32000 mi US $300 |
Replaced shift cable |
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. |
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. |
2013 Chevrolet Sonic 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Windshield washer jet was clogged. Dealer replaced under warrantee |
2012 Chevrolet Sonic 4dr Sedan
138-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 94000 mi US $200 |
wiper fluid nozzle |
| 14000 mi | Passenger seat belt retractor replaced. |
| 21000 mi | driver window molding rattle and makes noise when window down an inch or so |
2012 Chevrolet Sonic 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 24000 mi | Passenger seat cushion loose. |
2012 Chevrolet Sonic 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 59000 mi US $1140 |
All 4 Heater Seats and Backrests Elements for Driver and Passenger Seats Failed and had to be Replaced. |
| 85000 mi US $30 |
Replaced hatch lift struts, as they were getting a little weak. |
2012 Chevrolet Sonic 4dr Hatch
138-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 10000 mi | The windshield had a stain on the drivers side in the middle of the viewing area |
| 19000 mi | Windshield washer reservoir leaking fluid. |
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