Chevrolet Sonic engine problems by year
231 NHTSA owner complaints name the engine across 6 Sonic model years. The most reported year is 2012 with 83 reports.
| Year | Engine reports | Share | Median mileage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Sonic | 19 | 51% | — | |
| 2016 Sonic | 13 | 27% | — | |
| 2015 Sonic | 23 | 20% | 39,000 mi | |
| 2014 Sonic | 38 | 25% | 41,750 mi | |
| 2013 Sonic | 55 | 25% | 79,500 mi | |
| 2012 Sonic | 83 | 23% | 50,000 mi |
Share is the fraction of that year’s complaints naming the engine. Raw counts are not adjusted for sales volume — years that sold more units naturally accumulate more reports.