2014 Chevrolet Sonic Fuel System Problems
NHTSA lists 16 Fuel System complaints for the 2014 Chevrolet Sonic, 11% of that year's 150 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 50,000. A related recall (13V464000) covers a fuel tank strap bracket weld issue on some 2013–2014 Sonics.
- Fuel System complaints
- 16
- 11% of 150
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 50,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical fuel system symptoms owners report
- Fuel leaks from the tank, sometimes producing a strong fuel odor inside the cabin shortly after starting the ignition.
- Difficulty restarting the vehicle right after refueling, requiring drivers to pump the gas pedal to get the engine to catch.
- Check engine lights tied to emission or fuel leak codes, in some cases traced to a faulty gas cap.
- Reports of unusually low fuel economy well below the EPA-estimated mpg, with owners suspecting an undetected leak.
- Stalling, sputtering, or loss of power linked to fuel smell or leakage, occurring at varying mileage including near 96,000 and 120,000 miles.
When 2014 Chevrolet Sonic fuel system complaints were filed
First complaint Jul 8, 2014, latest Mar 2, 2026.
Fuel System recalls for the 2014 Chevrolet Sonic
- NHTSA 13V464000Sep 26, 2013Fuel System1,558 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:mounting
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 and 2014 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured August 2, 2013, through August 12, 2013. Due to insufficient welds, the front fuel tank strap bracket may separate from the vehicle.
Risk: If the front fuel tank strap bracket separates, the increased load may lead to the failure of the other tank support. As a result, the fuel tank may come loose from the vehicle causing a fuel leak. A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front fuel tank strap bracket, and repair it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 7, 2013. Owners may contact GM at 1-800-521-7300. GM's recall campaign number is 13296.
Fuel System complaints by Sonic model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
- 20110 (0%)
- 201218 (5%)
- 201314 (6%)
- 201416 (11%)
- 201512 (11%)
- 20165 (10%)
- 20174 (11%)
- 20182 (14%)
- 20192 (25%)
- 20201 (10%)
Frequently asked questions
- How many 2014 Chevrolet Sonic owners reported fuel system problems?
- NHTSA lists 16 Fuel System complaints for the 2014 Sonic, which is 11% of the 150 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a fuel system recall for the 2014 Chevrolet Sonic?
- Yes. Recall 13V464000 covers certain 2013 and 2014 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles built between August 2 and August 12, 2013, due to insufficient welds that could let the front fuel tank strap bracket separate.
- At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up on the 2014 Sonic?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for Fuel System complaints on the 2014 Sonic is 50,000 miles.
- Did the fuel system complaints cause any crashes or fires?
- No. NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 fires linked to the 16 Fuel System complaints for the 2014 Sonic.
- How does the 2014 Sonic's fuel system complaint rate compare to other years?
- The 2014 Sonic's 11% share of complaints tied to the fuel system is close to the 2015 (11%) and 2017 (11%) model years, and higher than the 2012 (5%) and 2013 (6%) model years.