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Overview
Sentiment is sharply divided and highly dependent on individual vehicle history and powertrain. A significant portion of long-term owner reports describe poor reliability, with a pattern of frequent, premature failures of cooling system com
Best version
Manual transmission models, particularly the 1.4L Turbo (LTZ, RS). Owners of these versions report fewer major drivetrain issues and a more engaging driving experience. The 1.8L naturally aspirated engine is mentioned by some as being poten
Generation by generation
Owner insights per generation and US complaint/recall records (NHTSA).
Complaints and recalls by model yearSource: NHTSA (US)Show table
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 48 | 2 | engine |
Complaint counts come from owner reports filed with the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Higher-selling years naturally accumulate more complaints.
Recall notices2 on record · Source: NHTSA (US)Show recalls
2016 · electrical system:softwarecampaign 16V422000
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 ign
2016 · equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.campaign 16V257000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax vehicles and 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles equipped with a Bring Your Own Media radio. The affected radios may fail to provide an audible warning chime when the driver, after turning off the ignition and leaving the key in
Specifications
Generation
Version
1.8 (138 Hp) Automatic
From 2016-2018
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