Is the 2012 CHEVROLET Sonic safe to drive?

The 2012 CHEVROLET Sonic has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

Campaign 11V599000

Critical Plain English 2011-12-28

What This Recall Means

Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS

What Happened

Your 2012 Chevrolet Sonic's front brake pads might be missing, which is a safety issue.

Risk if Unfixed

If the brake pads are missing, your brakes might not work properly, making you more likely to be in a crash.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

You'll be notified, and the dealership will inspect and replace the brake pads, caliper, and rotor, all for free.

Affected Vehicles

2012 CHEVROLET Sonic

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #11V599000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

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