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2013 Chevrolet Spark recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2013 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 5
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 146
Latest campaign: Aug 25, 2022

Recall summary by component5

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Latches/locks/linkages	2	Aug 25, 2022	22V640000 14V593000
Electrical system	1	Jun 10, 2016	16V422000
Equipment	1	Apr 28, 2016	16V257000
Air bags	1	Jun 6, 2014	14V298000

Safety recalls5

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

Aug 25, 2022Latest campaign


Aug 25, 202222V640000	Latches/locks/linkages: hood latch A hood latch failure can result in the vehicle's hood opening unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 22V640000 What's wrong 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. Risk A hood latch failure can result in the vehicle's hood opening unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash. 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 performed. Campaign NHTSA 22V640000 · Aug 25, 2022
Jun 10, 201616V422000	Electrical system: software Without audible indicators, the driver may not fasten their seatbelt, increasing the risk of injury during a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 16V422000 What's wrong 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 Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208 "Occupant Crash Protection" and 114 "Theft Protection." Risk Without audible indicators, the driver may not fasten their seatbelt, increasing the risk of injury during a crash. 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. Campaign NHTSA 16V422000 · Jun 10, 2016
Apr 28, 201616V257000	Equipment: electrical radio/tape deck/cd etc. Without audible indicators, the driver may leave the key in the ignition, increasing the risk of theft. DetailsHide details for campaign 16V257000 What's wrong 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 vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114 "Theft Protection." Risk Without audible indicators, the driver may leave the key in the ignition, increasing the risk of theft. 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. Campaign NHTSA 16V257000 · Apr 28, 2016
Sep 24, 201414V593000	Latches/locks/linkages: hood latch 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… DetailsHide details for campaign 14V593000 What's wrong 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. Risk 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. Campaign NHTSA 14V593000 · Sep 24, 2014
Jun 6, 201414V298000	Air bags If the air bag does not to deploy in the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury to the front passenger. DetailsHide details for campaign 14V298000 What's wrong General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Buick Encore vehicles manufactured April 10, 2013, to May 8, 2013, and Chevrolet Spark vehicles manufactured December 30, 2012, to March 1, 2013. In the affected vehicles, an improper weld on the passenger side front air bag inflator may result in the air bag not deploying. Risk If the air bag does not to deploy in the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury to the front passenger. Remedy GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side front air bag, free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2014. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick) or 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet). GM's number for this recall is 14211. Campaign NHTSA 14V298000 · Jun 6, 2014

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Chevrolet recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component146

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

146Complaints filed

10Involving a crash

1Involving a fire

4Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Engine	35	24	2	1	0
Electrical system	34	23	0	0	0
Power train	34	23	0	0	0
Unknown or other	20	14	3	0	0
Vehicle speed control	14	10	2	0	1
Air bags	13	9	5	1	1
Fuel/propulsion system	10	7	0	0	0
Latches/locks/linkages	10	7	0	0	0
Service brakes	10	7	3	0	3
Structure	9	6	2	1	0
Exterior lighting	8	5	0	0	0
Engine and engine cooling	8	5	0	0	0
Steering	4	3	1	0	0
Interior lighting	3	2	0	0	0
Equipment	2	1	0	0	0

9 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

Unknown or other
“I got the recall done but it still shows not done on the NHTSA website”
Filed 06/16/2025 · ODI 11667246
Electrical system
“Vehicle stalls when started, after vehicle is up to temp the rpm’s fluctuate and vehicle misfires.”
Filed 02/12/2025 · ODI 11642223
Power train
“The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Spark. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle started to lose motive power. The contact stated that the vehicle was not able to accelerate above 30 MPH.”
Filed 11/12/2024 · ODI 11624686

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2013 Chevrolet Spark recall questions

How many recalls does the 2013 Chevrolet Spark have?

NHTSA lists 5 safety recall campaigns for the 2013 Chevrolet Spark. The most recent, 22V640000 (reported August 25, 2022), concerns latches/locks/linkages. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2013 Chevrolet Spark recalls for?

The largest group is latches/locks/linkages, with 2 campaigns. Others: electrical system (1), equipment (1), air bags (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2013 Chevrolet Spark?

Engine is the most-reported component, named in 35 complaints out of 146 filed with NHTSA (24%). Across all complaints, owners reported 10 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2013 Chevrolet Spark?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Chevrolet recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Chevrolet dealer.

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