2014 Chevrolet Sonic engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 38 complaints for the 2014 Chevrolet Sonic, 16% of the complaints on file. It is the 2nd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 38 17% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 37,000 miles 27 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 2
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When engine problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 7 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 7 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 3 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 4 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 4 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 0 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 1 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 1 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 0 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 27 engine complaints that report mileage, the median is about 37,000 miles, and 63% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 2 fires.
What owners wrote
I had taken the key out of the ignition and it was very hot about the end of july. On friday august 11, I noticed a pause in the car starting the a sound of a knock leaving work. I arrived home around 6:00 p.m. Parked in my drive way for the day. I was awaken saturday morning by my neighbor be made my car was on fire. This was determined by lawrence fire department of an engine fire.
I recently purchased a 2014 chevy sonic with 70,000 miles. Shortly after receiving the vehicle, it began dropping coolant while stationary overnight after being driven during the day. The dealer replaced the water pump. After the repair, it started to leak again. This time, the dealer's repair shop could not find the source of a leak, despite my showing evidence of a leak (photos and collected coolant).
Other problems reported for the 2014 Chevrolet Sonic
- Electrical system 49 complaints
- Air bags 24 complaints
- Drivetrain & axles 20 complaints
- Fuel system 16 complaints