CarRecallWatchThe 2014 Chevrolet Spark has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 172 complaints with NHTSA, including 13 crashes, 8 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (51 reports).
2014 Chevrolet Spark recalls
Hood May Open Unexpectedly While Driving
The secondary hood latch can corrode at its pivot point, which may stop the latch from engaging properly.
Radio May Not Chime for Unbuckled Seatbelt or Key Left In
Certain Chevrolet vehicles with a Bring Your Own Media radio may fail to sound the audible warning chime when the driver is not wearing a seatbelt or when the key is left in the ignition.
Missing key warning chime can raise theft risk
Some 2013-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax and 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles with a Bring Your Own Media radio may not sound the audible warning chime when the key is left in the ignition after the ignition is turned off and the driver waits 10 minutes or longer before opening the door.
Radio May Freeze, Silencing Seat Belt and Key Chimes
The car's radio can lock up because of a software problem.
Most common 2014 Chevrolet Spark problems
Problem areas named in the 172 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 51 |
| Power Train | 47 |
| Electrical System | 40 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 25 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 16 |
| Unknown Or Other | 16 |
| Air Bags | 13 |
| Service Brakes | 10 |
| Structure | 10 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 8 |
What owners report
Vehicle went into âlimp modeâ while merging onto a busy road, nearly causing a collision with both oncoming traffic and other vehicles attempting to merge onto the road. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic. The mechanic diagnosed the following: âChecked system codes. Found P0324 knock sensor module performance code. Found the attached TSB by GM. Believed to be the issue: engine has piston slap and would need rebuilt or replaced per TSB. Also discovered severe oil leak in front of engine.â Mechanic noted that the brakes were stuck as well. Engine scheduled to be replaced. Mileage: 72,503.
The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Spark. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the hood independently unlatched and crashed against the front windshield, causing damage to the windshield and bending the hood out of shape. Additionally, the hood became stuck in a locked position following the impact. The vehicle was taken to a glass repair shop, where the windshield was replaced; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or a dealer for the hood failure. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V640000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximate
The date was XXX there was a recall on the transmission for my 2014 Chevrolet Spark I took my car to Ben Mynatt [XXX]. They check my car and told me that my car transmission was effected and that they put an order for a new transmission. They called me the next day to bring the car in which I did, they gave me a loaner. On XXX they called me and told me my car was ready and that I can come and pick it up which I did. In 2021 I took the car back to Ben Mynatt asked them to check the transmission because it didnât drive right they checked it out again they said it was good. On the 1st transmission I had 84,278 miles, ON 07-01-2026 took it to PARK CHEVROLET to get checked to find out I g
The contact owns a a 2014 Chevrolet Spark. The contact stated that while on several occasions at various speeds, the transmission warning light illuminated and the vehicle lost power. The vehicle was steered to the side of the road and turned off for approximately 30 mins and then restarted. The contact stated that after 30 minutes to an hour the failure reoccurred. The vehicle taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was then taken to the residence. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 76,000.
The vehicle experiences intermittent loss of power and unstable acceleration while driving at normal speeds (approximately 45â55 mph). The vehicle will surge, hesitate, and fail to maintain consistent speed, creating an unsafe condition in traffic. While driving, the vehicle does not consistently respond to throttle input and may unexpectedly lose acceleration. This creates a risk of being rear-ended or being unable to safely merge into traffic. The condition occurs during normal driving and has progressively worsened over time. Diagnostic testing indicates transmission-related faults involving pressure control and internal speed monitoring. This issue affects the safe operation of the
2014 Chevrolet Spark questions
Does the 2014 Chevrolet Spark have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2014 Chevrolet Spark: Hood May Open Unexpectedly While Driving; Radio May Not Chime for Unbuckled Seatbelt or Key Left In; Missing key warning chime can raise theft risk; Radio May Freeze, Silencing Seat Belt and Key Chimes; Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Chevrolet Spark?
Based on 172 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (51), Power Train (47), Electrical System (40).
How do I check if a recall on my 2014 Chevrolet Spark has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.