CHEVROLET 2018 CHEVROLET SONIC Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2018 CHEVROLET SONIC
Brand
CHEVROLET
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2018
General Motors LLC is recalling certain 2018 CHEVROLET SONIC vehicles due to seats issues. In the event of a rear-impact crash, the seat-back may fail, increasing the risk of injury..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles. A joint in the driver's seat-back frame may not be properly welded, reducing the strength of the seat-back frame.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
In the event of a rear-impact crash, the seat-back may fail, increasing the risk of injury.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat-back, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18178.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026