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2014 Chevrolet Spark problems

NHTSA lists 172 complaints for the 2014 Chevrolet Spark, 13 of them mention a crash and 0 mention a fire. 7 complaints mention an injury, with 8 injuries and 0 deaths reported.

Data build 2026-10-09.

NHTSA lists this vehicle as CHEVROLET SPARK.

At a glance

Complaints
172
With crash
13
With fire
0
With injury (complaints)
7
Injuries
8
Deaths
0
Recalls
6
Do not drive recalls
1
Park outside recalls
0
Recall potential units (maximum)
317,572
Investigations
0
Open investigations
0
Manufacturer communications
1,478

Complaints per 100k sold unavailable. No sales source is available for this record.

Where the complaints are

Top systems
SystemComplaintsShare of this vehicle's complaints
ENGINE5129.7%
POWER TRAIN4827.9%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM3922.7%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL2514.5%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM169.3%
UNKNOWN OR OTHER169.3%
AIR BAGS137.6%
SERVICE BRAKES105.8%
STRUCTURE105.8%
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)84.7%
Top subsystems
SystemSubsystemComplaints
STRUCTUREBODY10
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMINSTRUMENT PANEL1
EQUIPMENTAPPLIANCE1
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGESHOOD1
SEATSFRONT ASSEMBLY1
TIRESTEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE1
VISIBILITYDEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM1
VISIBILITYPOWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS1

One complaint can name several systems, so shares can add to more than 100 percent.

Model-generated complaint tags

These labels are model-generated, not NHTSA data.

Failure modes
LabelCountShare of taggedMean confidence
mechanical failure4827.9%0.83
loss of control4224.4%0.76
electrical electronic3419.8%0.90
restraint or airbag127.0%0.92
unclear127.0%0.90
noise or comfort84.7%0.59
fluid or fuel leak74.1%0.98
structural or corrosion74.1%0.88
fire or overheating10.6%0.75
visibility or lighting10.6%0.61
Severities
LabelCountShare of taggedMean confidence
moderate9957.6%0.78
low5129.7%0.73
high1911.0%0.88
none21.2%0.67
critical10.6%0.27

Model: typesafe/jev-1.13-20260917; schema version: tag-v1. 172 tagged complaints of 172 complaints (100.0%).

Confidence is the model's own probability for the label it chose (0 to 1), not accuracy.

Model-generated labels on tagged complaints only. Model years 2013 and newer are tagged in full; 2012 in part (see tagged_share); earlier model years have no tags. NHTSA's own flags remain separate in the complaints block.

Recalls

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6 recalls.

22V640000

Date: 2022-08-25. Systems: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES.

Defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark and 2014-2015 Chevrolet Spark EV vehicles. The secondary hood latch may corrode at the latch pivot, preventing the hood latch from properly engaging. (excerpt)

Consequence: A hood latch failure can result in the vehicle's hood opening unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash. (excerpt)

Remedy: Dealers will replace the hood striker assembly and hood latch assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 12, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is A222359300. This recall supersedes and expands NHTSA recall number 14V-593. Vehicles previously repaired under 14V-593 will need to have the new remedy perfo (excerpt)

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

16V422000

Date: 2016-06-10. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EQUIPMENT.

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 (excerpt)

Consequence: Without audible indicators, the driver may not fasten their seatbelt, increasing the risk of injury during a crash. (excerpt)

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. (excerpt)

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

16V257000

Date: 2016-04-28. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EQUIPMENT.

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 vehic (excerpt)

Consequence: Without audible indicators, the driver may leave the key in the ignition, increasing the risk of theft. (excerpt)

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. (excerpt)

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

15V416000

Date: 2015-06-30. Systems: EQUIPMENT.

Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles manufactured April 30, 2014, to May 20, 2015, and 2015 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured June 18, 2014, to June 10, 2015. In the affected vehicles, equipped with the base radio and OnStar, the radio may lock up due to a software issue, causing the display to go blank and all audio functions to cease. B (excerpt)

Consequence: Without audible indicators, the driver may leave the key in the ignition, increasing the risk of theft. If a driver or front passenger does not buckle their seat belt, there would be no chime to remind them to fasten their seat belts. If a driver or passenger does not buckle their seat belt there is an increased risk that they will be injured in a crash. (excerpt)

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 15504. (excerpt)

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

14V593000

Date: 2014-09-24. Systems: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES.

Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles manufactured January 17, 2012, to July 29, 2014. The secondary hood latch may prematurely corrode at the latch pivot causing the striker to get stuck out of position, preventing it from properly engaging the hood latch.

Consequence: If the secondary hood latch corrodes causing the latch to be stuck out of position, and the primary hood latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the striker with a new part which has superior corrosion protection, free of charge. The recall began on January 7, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14456.

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

14V440000

Date: 2014-07-21. Systems: SUSPENSION.

Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Spark vehicles manufactured from May 7, 2014, to May 26, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the left and right lower control arm attaching bolts in the front suspension may not be tightened to specification. (excerpt)

Consequence: If the lower control arm bolts are not tightened properly, the lower control arm may separate from the steering knuckle while driving, causing a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash. (excerpt)

Remedy: Owners are instructed NOT to drive their vehicles until the recall remedy has been completed. Owners should call a Chevrolet dealer immediately to arrange for their vehicle to be transported free of charge for servicing. GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left and right lower control arm attaching bolts to make sure that they are tightened to the proper specification, free of ch (excerpt)

Do not drive: Yes. Park outside: No.

Investigations

0 investigations; 0 open.

Manufacturer communications

1,478 manufacturer communications.

Communications by system
SystemCount
EQUIPMENT660
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM322
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING136
POWER TRAIN128
ENGINE121
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY86
WHEELS64
UNKNOWN OR OTHER60

11037555

Date: 2026-09-26. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.

This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.

11037253

Date: 2026-09-04. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

11030974

Date: 2026-04-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.

This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.

11030091

Date: 2026-03-09. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

11030092

Date: 2026-03-09. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.

This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.

11027601

Date: 2026-01-08. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

11025755

Date: 2025-11-20. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customera s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the support of General Motors Technical Assistance Center. If

11023091

Date: 2025-09-09. Type: Other. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.

New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH

11022084

Date: 2025-08-14. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

11021792

Date: 2025-08-07. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with the security light coming on. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes B3055, B3060, B3935, C0750, C0755, C0760, C0765, and/o

Notes on this record

  • Complaints from the API and bulk file are merged and deduplicated by ODI number; the API alone misses records.
  • System and subsystem counts are numbers of distinct complaints, recalls or communications that name them. One record can name several systems, so shares across systems can add to more than 100 percent; a single share never exceeds 100 percent.
  • Recalls are counted once per campaign, investigations once per action and manufacturer communications once per NHTSA id, even when NHTSA lists several model names for the same record.
  • A sales denominator is a calendar-year proxy, not the population of vehicles still in use. Rates are copied from verified pipeline output.

Other names NHTSA uses

None listed.

Matched NHTSA models

Matched labels and complaints
NHTSA model labelComplaints
SPARK172

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