Transmission turbine shaft fracture
Defect Summary
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2012 chevrolet sonic vehicles manufactured march 1, 2012, to june 29, 2012, and equipped with a 6 speed automatic transmission and 1.8l four cylinder engine. in the affected vehicles, the transmission turbine shaft may fracture.
Safety Consequence
If the transmission turbine shaft fracture occurs during vehicle operation in first or second gear, the vehicle will not upshift to the third through sixth gears, limiting the vehicle's speed. if the fracture occurs during operation in third through sixth gear, the vehicle will coast until it slows enough to downshift to first or second gear, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission turbine shaft, free of charge. The recall began on august 8, 2014. owners may contact chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. gm's number for this recall is 14234.
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FAQ: Recall 14V315000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V315000?
NHTSA recall 14V315000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on June 12, 2014. It addresses: Transmission turbine shaft fracture. The recall affects approximately 21,567 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V315000 or the manufacturer campaign number 14234. 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.