NHTSA Recall 16V422000: Software (electrical system) and radio/tape deck/cd etc. (equipment)
General Motors LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 18,780 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Chevrolet Sonic.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V422000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 45340 |
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT › ELECTRICAL › RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. |
| Report received | June 10, 2016 |
| Owner notification | July 22, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax, and 2013-2015 Spark vehicles equipped with a Bring Your Own Media radio. The affected radios may fail to provide an audible warning chime when the driver fails to fasten their seatbelt or if the driver leaves the key in the ignition. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208 "Occupant Crash Protection" and 114 "Theft Protection."
Safety risk
Without audible indicators, the driver may not fasten their seatbelt, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 45340.
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 16V422000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet Sonic | 2015, 2016 |
| Chevrolet Spark | 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Chevrolet Trax | 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.