Fuel tank may separate from car
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
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.
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FAQ: Recall 13V464000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V464000?
NHTSA recall 13V464000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on September 26, 2013. It addresses: Fuel tank may separate from car. The recall affects approximately 1,558 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V464000 or the manufacturer campaign number 13296. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.