2014 Chevrolet Sonic steering problems
13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2014 Chevrolet Sonic — 9% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Power steering light came on while Driving and lost power steering assist control. Almost crashed while turning down the street.”
filed Apr 30, 2026
“The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Sonic. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel seized and the vehicle then stalled. The contact pulled over at a gas station and parked the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or…”
filed May 31, 2022
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Steering problems in other Sonic years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Sonic | 4 | 11% |
| 2016 Sonic | 2 | 4% |
| 2015 Sonic | 6 | 5% |
| 2013 Sonic | 13 | 6% |
| 2012 Sonic | 14 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2014 Chevrolet Sonic
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.