Recall 14V593 affects 89,294 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles for a corroding secondary hood latch. Repair is free at any franchised Chevrolet dealer.
Chevrolet recall 14V593 covers 89,294 2013-2015 Spark vehicles because the secondary hood latch can corrode and stick out of position. If the primary latch is not engaged, the hood can open while driving and raise crash risk; the Chevrolet dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The secondary hood latch on the 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark is the backup catch for the hood. The main hood latch holds the hood closed, and the secondary latch is there to catch the hood if the main latch releases while the vehicle is moving. It depends on a pivoting latch and striker staying free enough to move into position.
On affected Sparks, the secondary latch was built with an anti-corrosion coating that did not meet Chevrolet's requirements. Corrosion can form early at the latch pivot. When that pivot corrodes, the striker can stick out of position instead of engaging the hood latch. If the main latch releases, the secondary latch will not do its backup job, and the hood can open while driving.
There is no warning sign before failure. The latch problem is corrosion inside the hood-latch mechanism, so an owner will not have a dashboard light or clear driving symptom before the secondary latch fails to catch the hood.
Who's affected?
All 3 model years are tied to the same hood latch component.
| 2013 Chevrolet Spark | Latch |
|---|---|
| 2015 Chevrolet Spark | Latch |
| 2014 Chevrolet Spark | Latch |
| Units affected | 89,294 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 13 field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific hatchback is included.
What's the safety risk?
Corrosion can leave the secondary hood latch stuck out of position. If the primary hood latch is not engaged, the hood can open while driving and increase crash risk. Before each trip, confirm the hood is fully latched and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Chevrolet dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer and ask whether the free striker replacement is open for your VIN.
- Schedule the striker replacement that fixes the corrosion-prone secondary hood latch so the hood can latch properly.
- Bring the recall notice if Chevrolet mailed one. If not, reference recall number 14V593 and Chevrolet recall 14456 when you call.
- Check that the hood is fully latched before driving until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
The remedy record says the recall began on January 7, 2015, and calls for the dealer to replace the hood striker with a new part that has stronger corrosion protection. If the repair is open for your VIN, a Chevrolet technician performs that replacement and parts and labor are covered under the recall. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through the new vehicle warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because all involved vehicles were covered under that warranty.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| September 24, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 7, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V593?
Recall 14V593 covers 89,294 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles with a secondary hood latch that can corrode and stick out of position. Chevrolet dealers replace the hood striker with a corrosion-protected part for free.
What should I do if my 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Spark is included in recall 14V593. If it is, contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer to schedule the hood striker replacement. Reference recall number 14456 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to complete recall repairs at no cost, and Chevrolet dealers replace the hood striker free of charge under recall 14V593. Ask for recall number 14456 when you schedule the appointment.
What is the safety risk in recall 14V593?
The safety risk is that the hood can open while driving if the secondary latch is stuck and the primary latch is not engaged. That increases crash risk. The free dealer repair replaces the striker so the hood latch can engage correctly.
What if I bought my Chevrolet Spark used?
The free repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark is included, then call a franchised Chevrolet dealer and reference recall number 14456.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V593000 |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet customer service | 1-800-222-1020 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V593 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V593000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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