NHTSA Recall 11V599000: Pads (service brakes)
GENERAL MOTORS LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,296 vehicles. It affects 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V599000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › DISC › PADS |
| Report received | December 28, 2011 |
| Owner notification | January 23, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 chevrolet sonic vehicles manufactured from june 2, 2011, through november 21, 2011. On some of these vehicles, the front brake inner or outer pad may be missing.
Safety risk
A missing pad could result in reduced brake system performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brakes for a missing inner or outer pad. If a brake pad is missing, dealers will install new inner and outer pads, a new brake caliper, and a new rotor. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before january 14, 2012
Notes
GMs safety recall campaign number is 11354.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 11V599000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet Sonic | 2012 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.