2013 Chevrolet Sonic — Exterior lighting: turn signal
Published September 17, 2012 · Recall initiated: September 17, 2012
Summary
NHTSA records recall 12V454000, published September 17, 2012. Recalling firm: General Motors, LLC; 2013 Chevrolet Sonic — Exterior lighting: turn signal.
What's the hazard
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured from May 29, 2012, through August 29, 2012. When a turn signal lamp fails to operate, the Body Control Module (BCM) in these vehicles does not detect this condition and will not indicate the condition to the driver. Thus, These vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
What to do
GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the BCM and the vehicle's key fobs, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 3, 2012. Owners may contact the Chevrolet owner center at 1-866-694-6546.
Get an email if CHEVROLET has another recall
Free. We only write when there's a new recall that matches. Unsubscribe in one click.
Recall details
- Brand
- CHEVROLET
- Model
- SONIC
- Manufacturer
- General Motors, LLC
- Lot
- 2013 CHEVROLET SONIC
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
Related recalls
- NHTSA2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 | 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 | 2016 GmcSeptember 24, 2026
- NHTSA2026 Chevrolet Silverado Ev | 2026 Gmc Sierra Ev — WheelsJuly 30, 2026
- NHTSA2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 | 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 | 2018 GmcMay 21, 2026
- NHTSA2023 Chevrolet Malibu | 2025 Chevrolet Malibu | 2024 Chevrolet Malibu — Back over prevention: sensing system:April 2, 2026
- NHTSA2012 Zero Zero Ds | 2012 Zero Zero S — Equipment: electricalSeptember 18, 2012
- NHTSA2013 Itasca Suncruiser | 2013 Winnebago Vista — SteeringSeptember 14, 2012
Questions about this recall
Was 2013 Chevrolet Sonic — Exterior lighting: turn signal recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 12V454000 on September 17, 2012. Reported hazard: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured from May 29, 2012, through August 29, 2012. When a turn signal lamp fails to operate, the Body Control Module (BCM) in these vehicles does not detect this condition and will not indicate the condition to the driver. Thus, These vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
What should I do if I have this product?
GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the BCM and the vehicle's key fobs, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 3, 2012. Owners may contact the Chevrolet owner center at 1-866-694-6546.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: CHEVROLET. Model: SONIC.