2013 Chevrolet Spark problems
The Chevrolet Spark (Korean: 쉐보레 스파크) is a city car manufactured by General Motors's subsidiary GM Korea from 1998 to 2022. The vehicle was developed by Daewoo and introduced in 1998 as the Daewoo Matiz (Korean: 대우 마티즈). In 2002, General Motors purchased Daewoo Motors, which was marketing the vehicle with several GM marques and nameplates.
The third generation was predominantly marketed under the Chevrolet brand in North America as the Chevrolet Spark and in Australia and New Zealand as the Holden Barina Spark. The fourth generation was launched in 2015, known as the Holden Spark in Australia and New Zealand. It also serves as the basis for the Opel Karl in Europe, Vauxhall Viva in the UK, and VinFast Fadil in Vietnam, the latter being manufactured under license.
A limited-production all-electric version, the Chevrolet Spark EV, was released in the U.S. in selected markets in California and Oregon in June 2013. The Spark EV was the first all-electric passenger car marketed by General Motors since the EV1 was discontinued in 1999, and also the first offered for retail sale by GM (the EV1 was available only on lease).
In the South Korean market, the Spark complies with South Korean "light car" (Korean: 경차, romanized: Gyeongcha) regulations, which regulate overall vehicle dimensions and engine capacity with tax and parking fee benefits.
Production of the Spark at the Changwon, South Korea assembly plant ended in 2022. The plant would instead produce the second-generation Trax.
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Common 2013 Chevrolet Spark problems
The 2013 Chevrolet Spark has been reported to have several common problems, with excessive oil consumption being the most significant issue. Numerous reports indicate that the Spark burns through its oil abnormally fast, causing engine problems. Some owners have claimed that the check engine light comes on just a few thousand miles after a routine oil change due to excessive oil consumption.
Another common problem with the 2013 Spark is the low-quality air conditioning system. The small outside mirrors further exacerbate the situation, making it difficult for drivers to see who's coming up on them in the right lane.
The 2013 Spark has also been reported to have issues with its engine, with several complaints about the engine dying. Some owners have reported that their Spark's engine just stopped working, with the most common fix being to replace the engine, which is far from cheap.
In summary, the 2013 Chevrolet Spark has several common problems, including excessive oil consumption, a low-quality air conditioning system, blind spots, and engine issues. These problems have led to numerous complaints from owners and should be considered when purchasing a used Spark from this model year.
What is the common problem with Chevrolet Spark?
Apparently, the issue lies with the engine, which causes excessive oil consumption. Some owners claimed that they lost power while driving, and then the engine just stopped working. Several reports also claimed that the Spark's engine died on them. The most common fix is to replace the engine, which is far from cheap.
Are there any recalls on a 2013 Chevy Spark?
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.
Is A Chevrolet Spark A Good car?
This diminutive hatchback is definitely not designed for long road trips, but it's effective and quiet in the city. The Spark is easy to thread through slow-moving traffic, with quick lateral movements and stable motions. Its short wheelbase aids maneuverability in tight spaces without compromising ride quality.
How many miles does a 2013 Chevy Spark last?
Typically, a Chevy Spark will survive 150,000-200,000 miles. The more you change oil, remove rust, carefully drive, and take your Spark in for proper maintenance, the longer it will survive.
What is the common problem with Chevrolet Spark?
Apparently, the issue lies with the engine, which causes excessive oil consumption. Some owners claimed that they lost power while driving, and then the engine just stopped working. Several reports also claimed that the Spark's engine died on them. The most common fix is to replace the engine, which is far from cheap.
Is a 2013 Chevy Spark safe?
2013 Chevrolet Spark 40 mph driver-side small overlap IIHS crash test Overall evaluation: Acceptable Full rating at http://www.iihs.org/iihs/ratings/vehi...
Is a Chevy Spark a good reliable car?
The probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 12% for the Chevrolet Spark, compared to an average of 11% for subcompact cars and 12% for all vehicle models. The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of a vehicle.
Are there any recalls on a 2013 Chevy Spark?
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.
2013 Chevrolet Spark car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet Spark problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Engine problems
- Power train problems
- Electrical system problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2013 Chevrolet Spark vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2013 Chevrolet Spark
The NHTSA has received 143 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2013 Chevrolet Spark. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2013 Chevrolet Spark vehicles.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-23
- VIN: KL8CD6S90DC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: My Spark's alarm kept going off. They replaced a module, Bob McCosh Dealer. They also said my radio was bad and had to be replaced. 615$. I said "Just disconnect the radio, I don't need it". Problem solved...I thought. When they did disconnected it, I noticed that I lost my "CHIME"...for Seat belt, keys left in ignition and lights left on. They reprogrammed the car to the new module, and the radio was working, and chimes were present. Next day, my battery is dead, because of the radio drained it. I am taking it to the dealer again, after I get a jump.THE ONLY OPTION IS, TO DISCONNECT THE RADIO they said. After researching, According to the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard: These (2) FAILED. * 208 (occupant crash protection) * 114 (Theft protection) NHTSA ID # : 16V422000 #: 16V257000 GM RECALL(s) : #45340 # 17130 I thank you for your Review! It's Important to me, and I'm sure Chevrolet, that these Safety Features CANNOT BE IGNORED! I am praying that after your Reviewing, You are able to Provide a Recall for the Radio Software on my 2013 Chevy Spark! I bought the car last year, and it's getting very expensive to keep it running Safely. Thank you
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-13
- VIN: KL8CD6S97DC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Spark. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V257000 (Equipment, Electrical System) and would like to be removed from the recall distribution list. The local dealer and manufacturer were contacted.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-16
- VIN: KL8CF6S94DC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The locks will lock and unlock very quickly. I got out of the vehicle but the vehicle quickly locked back locking my son([XXX] who was strapped in his carseat) in there. i pressed unlock but it immediately kept locking back as soon as i pressed unlock. i was finally able to quickly open it and get him out. my concern would be what if the day was hotter? time is of the essence and my son could have been stuck in there and likely killed. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-13
- VIN: KL8CB6S92DC
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Passenger front spring broken.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-11
- VIN: KL8CD6S92DC
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: See attached document from complainant
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-08-31
- VIN: KL8CD6S94DC
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: 2013 CHEVEROLET SPARK- Consumer doesn't feel safe driving vehicle. Consumer received safety recall letter- GM Recall # A222359300- Hood Striker & Hood Latch Assembly. Consumer contacted Chevrolet and was told the part is not available and they do not know when it will available. Recall notice attached.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-10-01
- VIN: KL8CB6S95DC
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The secondary hood latch lever problem was discovered in August 2022. I received a letter at the beginning of October 2022. I called to have my vehicle repaired but was advised that the parts were not available. I called again in late February 2023 and the parts were still not available. The recall was issued because the secondary latch striker may become stuck out of position and fail to properly engage. If the striker becomes stuck out of position and both the primary and secondary hood latch fail to engage, the vehicle’s hood may open unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash. The last sentence is an understatement to say the least. My daughter drives the Chevy Spark from our home in Beaver Falls, Pa to college in Edinboro, Pa. Approximately a 2 hour drive on Route 79, a major highway for semi trucks from Pa to NY. If the hood opens unexpectedly, there Will be a crash not the risk will be increased. When I asked Chevy about a loaner, I was advised that I could not get 1. I asked if I’m supposed to keep driving since I have no other options, I was advised that I could not get a loaner. I asked for a supervisor to call me back. I was advised that a supervisor would call me back within 24-48 hours. She gave me Case # 9-9494938162. 2 days later, the same women called me back and advised me that I could not get a loaner. I asked why supervisor did not call me back. Said he was not available. I am filing a complaint because it has been 5 months (October 2022) since I received the recall letter and it’s been 7 months since the problem has been known (August 2022). The contact stated his daughter was in an accident because the part was not available from August 2022 to at least the date of his daughter’s accident on 6/2/23. The hood opened while she was driving 65 mph on the Pa turnpike. It has now been almost 2 months since the accident and Chevy reached out to his wife and advised her the claim would be turned down because of 2 prior accidents that the vehicle was involved in prior to owning the vehicle. He wants some information on how to proceed.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-07-01
- VIN: KL8CB6S93DC
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Spark. The contact stated that after having an oil change performed on the vehicle, the mechanic was unable to properly close the hood. The contact was previously mailed a NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V640000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the recall notification and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The independent mechanic advised the contact to refrain from opening the hood due to the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-15
- VIN: KL8CC6S97DC
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: I have not experienced an incident YET but the recall of the hood latch was first brought to my attention in August 2022 and it is now January 2023 with NO remedy being proposed. It still says "recall incomplete, remedy not available" -- meanwhile it's been more than 6 months, which should be plenty of time to make these arrangements! I don't drive on the freeway very often but every time I do I worry about my hood opening while I'm driving 60+ mph. WHEN is this going to be fixed??
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-12
- VIN: KL8CE6S97DC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: I'm coming to a stop or slowing down the car shuts off. Even when making a turn in front of another car across traffic my car has turned off in the middle of crossing the street and I almost got hit twice now. This affects the cruise control coming on as well the speedometer fluctuates back and forth the whole time I'm driving. This happens every day and at most times when I'm coming to a stop or coming out of a stop. I just have to test the gas before I make a turn in front of oncoming traffic to cross the road to make sure that I have power and then I go as fast as I can across so that hopefully I'll gain enough speed so that the car doesn't shut off again. So usually it's every time I come to a red light which is at least at the very least from my work to home is four lights and at every light it will do it. Oftentimes I cross traffic and it will do it. I just had to be very careful
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-08-25
- VIN: KL8CB6S91DC
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Spark. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V640000 (Latches, Locks, Linkages) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-11-15
- VIN: KL8CE6S97DC
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: I do not know what system affects the problem my car is having it stalls in front of oncoming traffic on left turns it's done this to me 3 to 4 times and it scares me. It will start right back up and go but it'll still continuously throughout the day when I slow down or come to a red light. The speed control sensor went out and I replaced it and there seem to be middle or something on that. I've read different reports or seen on YouTube that people have reported the same problem with their cars it is definitely a safety issue had it not started up or had I panicked like I did the first time and almost not get it started but a car could crash into me because my car stalled in front of traffic the problem has not been reproduced for anybody and there has been no report to dealership insurance police anything like that. I have checked periodically to see if there is a recall on it and there hasn't been this is the first time I'm seeing where you can report something like this so I thought I would
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-08-10
- VIN: KL8CD6S96DC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The key is a problem. Personally mine has broken 4 times. The fob & base of the key is too big for the key itself. I know other Chevrolet models have had key recalls for the same reason, so I am not sure why they have not recalled the Chevy Spark keys because they are the same format as other models. It would be convenient if they separated the fob and the key. Currently my key is super glued because the dealership has this key on back order. I just replaced this key two years ago and it just keeps breaking.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-02-07
- VIN: KL8CD6S95DC
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: VEHICLE GETS CODE P0700 TRANNY GOES TO LIMP MODE WONT MOVE OR SHIFT UNTIL CAR IS RESTARTED DOES THIS A FEW TIMES A WEEK
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-13
- VIN: KL8CB6S9XDC
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE HOOD LATCH IS CORRODED AND DOESN'T ALLOW THE HOOD TO STAY FULLY CLOSED AND TRUNK LATCH STICKS AND DOES NOT CLOSE PROPERLY WHILE BEING STATIONARY AND IN MOTION. I'M SCARED THAT THE HOOD WILL FLY UP WHILE MY SON OR I ARE DRIVING.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-22
- VIN: KL1MF4819AC
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING OUR 2010 CHEVROLET SPARK, THE CLUTCH PEDAL SNAPPED OFF, WHILE THE CAR WAS IN MOTION.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-05-29
- VIN: KL8CD6S95DC
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHEN COMING OUT OF A STOP (RED LIGHT, STOP SIGN, ETC.,) THE CAR WILL NOT ACCELERATE. I HAVE TO PULL OFF TO SIDE AND SHUT THE CAR OFF, WAIT A MINUTE, AND START IT AGAIN. ONLY THEN WILL IT DRIVE. IT DOES NOT DO THIS ALL THE TIME. HOWEVER, WHEN IT DOES, IT DOES IT MULTIPLE TIMES IN A SHORT TIME FRAME. IT HAS DONE THIS OCCASIONALLY SINCE I GOT THE CAR IN 2017. MY SISTER ALSO OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET SPARK AND HERS DOES THIS AS WELL. *TR
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-04-22
- VIN: KL8CD6S9XDC
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: UNAVAILABLE TO BUY PART DORMAN 916-806, CANNOT PASS SAFETY INSPECTION AND REGISTER CAR
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-11-22
- VIN: KL8CD6S95DC
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: FOR THE SECOND TIME IN A COUPLE MONTHS, WHILE TURNING LEFT ACROSS TRAFFIC THE VEHICLE LOST THE ABILITY TO ACCELERATE. I WAS ABLE TO GET OFF THE ROAD AND CUT THE CAR OFF AND RESTARTED IT AND THE PROBLEM WENT AWAY. I HAVE RESEARCHED THE SUBJECT ONLINE AND IT APPEARS A LOT OF PEOPLE HAVE A SIMILAR ISSUE WITH THIS VEHICLE AND NO ONE SEEMS TO KNOW A SOLUTION. AFTER THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED WE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY COULD NOT FIND AN ISSUE.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-09-12
- VIN: KL8CB6S91DC
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: "TAKATA RECALL" 2013 SPARK CHEVROLET NEEDING COOLANT WITH NORMAL DRIVING. REFILLED 3 TIMES. AIR CONDITION TENDS TO DEMINISH WHEN COOLANT LOW AND AT TIMES QUITS BLOWING COOL AIR COMPLETELY. MILEAGE VERY LOW AT 33,000 MILES. WARNING LIGHT DOES NOT INDICATE WHEN COOLANT IS LOW UNTIL COOLANT RESERVOIR/TANK IS COMPLETELY EMPTY OF FLUID. PROBLEM STARED WHEN VEHICLE HAD 25,000 OR LESS MILES. ALSO VEHICLE HAS NO AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-06-27
- VIN: KL8CD6S93DC
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: VEHICLE IS IN MOTION AND IT JUST DIES RANDOMLY
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-06-08
- VIN: KL8CB6S93DC
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: LATELY I HAVE BEEN HAVING ISSUES WHERE THE HOOD LATCH STAYS IN THE OPEN POSITION. ACCORDING TO A VIN CHECK THIS SUPPOSED TO BE REPLACED AND THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP SAID IT WAS ACCORDING TO THE GM DATABASE, BUT I DON'T THINK IT EVER WAS REPLACED. THE DEALERSHIP WANTS TO CHARGE ME TO FIX SOMETHING THAT GM NEVER REPAIRED IN THE RECALL.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-04-29
- VIN: KL8CF6S90DC
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: AFTER START UP THE ENGINE LIGHT IS FLASHING AND THE TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT IS ON. THIS IS FOLLOWED BY A CLUNK. AFTER A MIN OR SO HAS PASSED THE LIGHTS GO AWAY. IF YOU GO IN REVERSE AFTER THIS HAS OCCURRED, SWITCHING THE GEARS, THERE WILL BE A CLUNK. AS YOU CHANGE THE GEARS TO DRIVE THE CAR WILL NO GO MORE THAN A CERTAIN MILE PER HOUR. AROUND 20.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-12
- VIN: KL8CB6S99DC
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT GO INTO REVERSE AND IN DRIVE STALLED UNSAFE TO DRIVE 140,000 MILES HAD TO CHANGE TRANSMISSION ALL FREEWAY MILES UNSAFE. IF GOING FROM A STOP GIVE IT GAS AND TRANSMISSION WOULD ALL OF SUDDEN JUST GO AND WOULD ALMOST HIT CAR IN FRONT OF YOU.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-11-05
- VIN: KL8CD6S93DC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: ABOUT A MONTH AGO MY CAR, WHILE DRIVING, STARTED ACTING UP. MY ODOMETER WOULD FLUCTUATE AND NOT GIVE ME MY SPEED, MY LOWER TIRE PRESSURE CAME ON, MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, POWER STEERING WOULD GO IN AND OUT, AND ACCELERATION WOULD FLUCTUATE. I BROUGHT IT IN TO BE LOOKED AT, AFTER 3 DAYS OF HEARING NOTHING I CALLED AND THEY TOLD ME SOMETHING WAS WRONG WITH THE ONSTAR MODULE. AFTER 4 DAYS OF HAVING MY CAR BACK, SAME PROBLEMS. BROUGHT IT BACK IN, THEY CALLED AN ENGINEER IN SINCE THEY HAD NO IDEA WHAT WAS GOING ON AND A WEEK LATER I GOT MY CAR BACK. 4 DAYS LATER I AGAIN HAD TO BRING IT IN FOR THE SAME STUFF AND AFTER 9 DAYS OF PLAYING PHONE TAG THEN GAVE IT BACK. I HAVE HAD MY CAR BACK FOR 2 WEEKS WITHOUT ANY PROBLEMS, TODAY WHILE 35 MILES AWAY FROM HOME EVERY SINGLE LIGHT WAS FLASHING ON THE DASH BOARD. MY ODOMETER DIDNT WORK AT ALL AND I COULD ONLY GO 30 MILES PER HOUR. I STOPPED MY CAR, SHUT IT OFF AND TURNED IT BACK ON AND NOTHING CHANGED. THE NEWEST ORDEAL IS MY BREAK LIGHT WILL TURN ON AND BEEP AT ME ANYWHERE FROM 3 SECONDS TO 5 MINUTES. WITH IT BEING THE HOLIDAYS AND HAVING TO WORK ALL WEEK I SEE NO POINT IN BRINGING MY CAR IN FOR NOTHING TO BE FIXED FOR A 4TH TIME AND BEING WITHOUT A CAR BECAUSE I'M ONLY 20 FOR WHO KNOWS HOW LONG WHEN I HAVE A JOB TO GET TO THAT'S ONLY 5 MINUTES AWAY. I'M AM SO BEYOND IRRITATED AND WANT TO THROW THIS CAR INTO A TRASH CAN.
2013 Chevrolet Spark recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 5 recalls for different components of the 2013 Chevrolet Spark.
- Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Summary: 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."
- Consequence: 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.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
- Summary: 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."
- Consequence: 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.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
Negative 2013 Chevrolet Spark car reviews
Positive 2013 Chevrolet Spark car reviews
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I love it so much! The 5-speed is flawless and peppy. It's very dependable and oh, so cute. I'm getting too old to drive, but I'm having a terrible time deciding to give up my 'Sparky.' It's still a great little car. It's the most fun car I've ever owned!
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We've had our 2013 Chevy Spark for about three weeks now and we absolutely love it! The Chevy MyLink Infotainment system is fantastic, allowing us to easily stream audio from our Smartphone using Pandora and Stitch applications, with even more applications to come in the near future.
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When you pay only $9000 to a dealer for a 3-year old car with only 51,000 miles, you might not expect much. However, I have been pleasantly surprised. For one thing, it's the tightest car I've ever owned. When shutting the door, you have to give it a good pull because the air compression resists a full latching. You get the feeling that if you drove it into the lake it would float for a half hour. The little motor growls when accelerating, and you have to be patient on long uphill grades, but it's fun to drive. I'm sitting up higher than in the old Civic, and with new Kumho Ecsta tires, the road grip in the rain is sure and solid. The entertainment system is intuitive, full-featured, and good quality for such a cheap car. It's not a great car, but so far, it's an excellent bargain. On the first road trip (mixed freeway and two-lane), the mileage was over 39 mpg. It gets well over 40 between 35 and 55 but drops off over 60. By the way, the color of the car is rare (2013 only) 'Techno Pink,' and it's amazing how many comments we get on it. I'm happy enough with it that I bought a new 2017 Spark for my daughter in March when they had the $2000 incentive going. The 2017 is overall much improved, but the styling is rather bland by comparison. The 2013 is Cheshire Cat; the 2017 is Angry Birds.
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This is a great little car that gets fantastic gas mileage. The front interior is roomy, but the back is not as spacious. The comfort level is average, but it is perfect for a work commuter vehicle. It hits the mark! Please note that I paid $1,350 cash for the vehicle, all taxes and fees included, but I also traded my 2005 Dodge Dakota towards the car. The asking price was $6,888 before negotiating a lower price and then subtracting my trade-in.
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The ride can be a bit rough on bumps. However, I think that if the tires had more height or space between the rim and the road, it would ride better. Other than that, it seems to be okay so far. I haven't owned it long enough to give a full review.
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Are you having problems with your 2013 Chevrolet Spark?
Sonny Ryan 2024-11-02
The A/C may not be as effective as having the windows down, but this vehicle has its own unique character. It may struggle a bit on hills, but it makes up for it with its quirky personality. Occasionally, it may emit a less-than-pleasant odor, but that just adds to its charm. Plus, the keys always stay in the ignition, which is a nice touch. While it may have a few quirks, it's still a reliable car that will get you where you need to go. And hey, at least it's not a Nissan Altima with their higher mpg on the highway. It's worth noting that there is a recall on the airbags, but the dealership will take care of that for you. Overall, this car is a great choice for those who value character and reliability over gas mileage.
Sedrick Nolan 2024-08-25
Hi there! I just wanted to share that my Spark has been a reliable car for me, even with 135k miles on it! While the A/C did stop working last summer, I plan on getting it fixed soon. So far, I've only had to replace the battery, tires, coolant reservoir, and brakes. I do want to mention that the resale value of these cars isn't very high - I paid $16k for it, but now it's worth about $4k. Thanks for listening!
Lonzo Schoen 2024-08-02
Avoid purchasing this product. The spare kit is priced at an exorbitant five hundred dollars, and in the event of a flat tire, you may be left waiting for up to 90 minutes for a tow truck. Additionally, the vehicle's power may be compromised when driving uphill with the air conditioner on. These issues suggest a lack of reliability and value in this product.
Marlin Lueilwitz 2024-06-07
I'm not happy with the AC, at all.If Chevy gets the AC up to where it needs to be, I'll update all ratings to "5."As it stands, I'm in a city with 100+ temps that span three months in time. As I ran my sales calls, today, it was 95-101 outside.I kept shifting around in my seat to get the air to blow on me and it wasn't cool enough, to boot. The driver's side vent is just not good at getting the air onto the driver, even with the other three vents closed.In stop and go traffic, the compressor seems to kick out and the air is then even warmer.Not cool, literally or figuratively. Chevy has me scheduled for 7AM, tomorrow.I'll get a loaner. Lemon Law may be invoked.Stay tuned.
Louvenia Lubowitz 2024-04-20
I bought this car in December 2012 because my 1997 SUV was a gas guzzling beast. Although I appreciate the much improved gas mileage, I sometimes miss my SUV and have some regrets about my purchase. I think the mpg could be better, especially since I drive on the highway six days a week and only average 31 mpg. On the bright side, the styling is awesome. Mine is bright green, and I love how the color is incorporated inside as well. Unfortunately, there is no CD player, which is a bit of a bummer. Living in NW PA, we get a lot of snow, and if the road is not plowed, I tend to slide all over. If there's more than a couple of inches, I get stuck. It also shakes violently over 70mph, which can be a bit unnerving, and I've hit my head a few times despite being only 5'9