This page covers 2 recalls, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2016 Chevrolet Sonic.
28–32 mpg combined
7.4–8.4 L/100km
Compact Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 4 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The 2016 Chevrolet Sonic has 2 recalls, both involving the Bring Your Own Media radio failing to sound audible warning chimes, which can leave a driver unbelted in a crash or unaware they have left the key in the ignition.
In one case, the radio may not chime when the driver skips fastening their seatbelt, removing a prompt that many drivers rely on as a reminder. In the other, the chime that normally sounds when the key is left in the ignition after a delayed door opening may also fail to trigger, raising the risk of vehicle theft. Both issues affect only vehicles equipped with the Bring Your Own Media radio.
At a glance
What can fail
The radio may not produce an audible warning chime when the driver hasn't fastened their seatbelt or has left the key in the ignition.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the radio software at no cost to restore the warning chime function.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The radio may not sound a warning chime if the driver leaves the key in the ignition, turns off the engine, waits 10 minutes or more, and then opens the door.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the radio software at no cost to restore the warning chime function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
