Recall 11V599000: 2012 Chevrolet Sonic

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Dec 28, 2011
Vehicles affected
4,296
Models
1
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

General motors (gm) is recalling certain model year 2012 chevrolet sonic vehicles manufactured from june 2, 2011, through november 21, 2011. On some of these vehicles, the front brake inner or outer pad may be missing.

The risk

A missing pad could result in reduced brake system performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brakes for a missing inner or outer pad. If a brake pad is missing, dealers will install new inner and outer pads, a new brake caliper, and a new rotor. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 14, 2012

Notes

Gm’s safety recall campaign number is 11354.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
11V599000
Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS LLC
Owner letters
Jan 23, 2012
Components
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:pads (Brakes)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology