NHTSA Recall 16V257000: Radio/tape deck/cd etc. (equipment) and software (electrical system)
General Motors LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 317,572 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Chevrolet Sonic.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V257000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 17130 |
| Components | EQUIPMENT › ELECTRICAL › RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE |
| Report received | April 28, 2016 |
| Owner notification | May 26, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Remedy
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.
Notes
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V257000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet Sonic | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| Chevrolet Spark | 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Chevrolet Trax | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 |
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.