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2014 Chevrolet Spark Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/14/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Engine — runs 2.3× the fleet median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
171Complaints
6Recalls
13Crashes
0Fires
8Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Engine (29.2% of complaints) — has no NHTSA recall or open investigation on file.

Engine complaints here are 2.3× the median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.

1 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 5 rest on owner reports alone.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Engine50 · 29.2%No official action
Power Train47 · 27.5%No official action
Electrical System38 · 22.2%RecalledRecall 16V422000
Vehicle Speed Control25 · 14.6%No official action
Fuel/propulsion System16 · 9.4%No official action
Air Bags13 · 7.6%No official action

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

ENGINE50 · 29.2%
POWER TRAIN47 · 27.5%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM16 · 9.4%
Unspecified / other16 · 9.4%
AIR BAGS13 · 7.6%
STRUCTURE:BODY10 · 5.8%
SERVICE BRAKES9 · 5.3%
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)8 · 4.7%

Percentages are the share of the 171 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 6 campaigns

Electrical System:software

NHTSA campaign 16V422000 · 2016 · reported 06/10/2016

Without audible indicators, the driver may not fasten their seatbelt, increasing the risk of injury during a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Arm

NHTSA campaign 14V440000 · 2014 · reported 07/21/2014

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. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

Park it  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch

NHTSA campaign 14V593000 · 2014 · reported 09/24/2014

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. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Equipment:electrical:radio/tape Deck/cd Etc.

NHTSA campaign 16V257000 · 2016 · reported 04/28/2016

Without audible indicators, the driver may leave the key in the ignition, increasing the risk of theft. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Equipment:electrical:radio/tape Deck/cd Etc.

NHTSA campaign 15V416000 · 2015 · reported 06/30/2015

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.… Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch

NHTSA campaign 22V640000 · 2022 · reported 08/25/2022

A hood latch failure can result in the vehicle's hood opening unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

What owners report

“THE ENGINE COOLANT/ANTI-FREEZE RESERVOIR LEAKS. ** ONLY LEAKS WHEN DRIVING*** I REALIZED THIS WHEN DOING AN INSPECTION BEFORE A LONG DRIVE (CAR WAS STATIONARY). WHEN…”NHTSA complaint 11151047 — filed 11/12/2018 · ENGINE
“I CALLED A DEALERSHIP MULTIPLE TIMES FOR A YEAR STATING THAT MY TRANSMISSION SEEMED TO BE SLIPPING. THEY TOLD ME IT WASN'T POSSIBLY THE TRANSMISSION…”NHTSA complaint 11096453 — filed 05/17/2018 · ENGINE
“THE CAR WILL POWER DOWN WHILE DRIVING, DESPITE HAVING ADEQUATE CHARGE. THE MESSAGE "PRESS POWER BUTTON AGAIN TO SHUT OFF" APPEARS EVEN THOUGH THE POWER…”NHTSA complaint 11072029 — filed 02/10/2018 · ENGINE

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Chevrolet Spark?

Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 50 of 171 NHTSA complaints (29.2%), followed by power train (47), electrical system (38), vehicle speed control (25). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2014 Chevrolet Spark have?

171 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Of those, 13 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 8 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2014 Chevrolet Spark have any recalls?

Yes — 6 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 16V422000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2014 Chevrolet Spark's reported problems?

1 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page is backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/14/2026.