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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 14V593000

2013 Chevrolet Spark | 2015 Chevrolet Spark | 2014 Chevrolet Spark — Latches/locks/linkages: hood: latch

Published September 24, 2014 · Recall initiated: September 24, 2014

Summary

NHTSA records recall 14V593000, published September 24, 2014. Recalling firm: General Motors, LLC; 2013 Chevrolet Spark | 2015 Chevrolet Spark | 2014 Chevrolet Spark — Latches/locks/linkages: hood: latch.

What's the hazard

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.

What to do

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.

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Recall details

Brand
CHEVROLET
Model
SPARK
Manufacturer
General Motors, LLC
Lot
2013 CHEVROLET SPARK | 2015 CHEVROLET SPARK | 2014 CHEVROLET SPARK
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2013 Chevrolet Spark | 2015 Chevrolet Spark | 2014 Chevrolet Spark — Latches/locks/linkages: hood: latch recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 14V593000 on September 24, 2014. Reported hazard: 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.

What should I do if I have this product?

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.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: CHEVROLET. Model: SPARK.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)