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2013–2016 Chevrolet Trax, Spark, Sonic recall: Electrical system: software

NHTSA campaign 16V-257 · April 28, 2016 · General Motors, LLC

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
16V257000
Reported
April 28, 2016
Manufacturer
General Motors, LLC
Part
Electrical system: software
Vehicles affected
About 317,572

What is wrong

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax vehicles and 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles equipped with a Bring Your Own Media radio. The affected radios may fail to provide an audible warning chime when the driver, after turning off the ignition and leaving the key in the cylinder, waits 10 minutes or longer to open the door. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114 "Theft Protection."

Safety risk

Without audible indicators, the driver may leave the key in the ignition, increasing the risk of theft.

The fix

GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 17130.

Affected models

Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.

Notes from the notice

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Chevrolet Sonic (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016); Chevrolet Spark (2013, 2014, 2015); Chevrolet Trax (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

Without audible indicators, the driver may leave the key in the ignition, increasing the risk of theft.

What is the fix?

GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 17130.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.