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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 14V543000

2014 Chevrolet Sonic — Air bags

Published September 9, 2014 · Recall initiated: September 9, 2014

Summary

NHTSA records recall 14V543000, published September 9, 2014. Recalling firm: General Motors, LLC; 2014 Chevrolet Sonic — Air bags.

What's the hazard

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured July 28, 2014, to August 1, 2014. Due to a loss of electrical connection in the steering column, in the event of a severe crash, the driver's frontal air bag deployment may be limited to the first-stage deployment only instead of the intended first-stage and second-stage deployments.

What to do

GM will notify owners, and dealers will test the terminals in the IP harness clock spring coil connector and replace any loose terminals, free of charge. The recall began in October 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14537.

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Recall details

Brand
CHEVROLET
Model
SONIC
Manufacturer
General Motors, LLC
Lot
2014 CHEVROLET SONIC
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2014 Chevrolet Sonic — Air bags recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 14V543000 on September 9, 2014. Reported hazard: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured July 28, 2014, to August 1, 2014. Due to a loss of electrical connection in the steering column, in the event of a severe crash, the driver's frontal air bag deployment may be limited to the first-stage deployment only instead of the intended first-stage and second-stage deployments.

What should I do if I have this product?

GM will notify owners, and dealers will test the terminals in the IP harness clock spring coil connector and replace any loose terminals, free of charge. The recall began in October 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14537.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: CHEVROLET. Model: SONIC.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)