Recall 16V-422
General Motors LLC recalled the 2015 to 2016 Chevrolet Sonic and 2 other models: Electrical system (software); Equipment (electrical, radio/tape deck/cd etc.).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 16V-422
- Reported
- June 10, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 18,780 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax, and 2013-2015 Spark vehicles equipped with a Bring Your Own Media radio. The affected radios may fail to provide an audible warning chime when the driver fails to fasten their seatbelt or if the driver leaves the key in the ignition. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208 "Occupant Crash Protection" and 114 "Theft Protection."
The risk
Without audible indicators, the driver may not fasten their seatbelt, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-[removed]. GM's number for this recall is 45340.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet Sonic 2015 to 2016
- Chevrolet Spark 2013 to 2015
- Chevrolet Trax 2015 to 2016