2014 Chevrolet Spark

138 serious complaints of 176, the most about engine (51) and power train (49); per car on the road, 2.5× this model's usual year. 6 recalls.

What owners report

“The contact owns a 2014 chevrolet spark. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle intermittently lost motive power with a knocking sound detected in the engine. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the vehicle experienced piston failure.”

An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the engine, Mar 2020

“The contact owns a 2014 chevrolet spark. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle failed to accelerate. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal was depressed however, the vehicle failed to move. There were no warning lights illuminated.”

An owner's complaint to NHTSA about the power train, Apr 2021

Fixes and extended coverage

• Extended coverage Special Coverage - On certain vehicles the transmission drive pulleys and internal belt can be damaged if the driver experiences an unexpected harsh shift event. Dealers are to replace the transmission. (N192271110, Jan 2020)
• Repair program Certain vehicles, may have incorrect transmission fluid specified in the owner's manual. (17346, Sep 2017)
• Repair program Vehicles equipped with a continuously variable ratio automatic transmission (cvt) (rpo m4m), may have a condition in which the drive pulley and belt could be damaged if they experience an unexpected harsh shift event. Dealers are to reprogram the transmission control module (tcm) to prevent drive… (GCUS-3-401, Jan 2016)
• Repair program This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic Trouble Code B101D stored in Telematics Communication Interface Control Module. (PIT5236F, Aug 2015)
• Repair program Certain 2014 model year chevrolet spark model vehicles may have a condition where the rear window defogger may not function as efficiently as possible. Dealers are to reprogram the body control module. (G-210405, Feb 2015)

From the manufacturer's bulletins filed with NHTSA. A dealer can look up whether a car has had the work done or is still covered.

176 owner complaints · 6 recalls (check a car's VIN for open recalls) · EPA combined: 33–34 mpg · NHTSA: 4 of 5 stars · 2014 trims and features