NHTSA recall 14V-593 (14V593000)
latches, locks and linkages recall reported September 24, 2014 - about 89,294 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 14V593000
- Also written as
- 14V-593
- Manufacturer number
- 14456
- Reported
- September 24, 2014
- Vehicles affected
- ~89,294
- Component
- latches, locks and linkages
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
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.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 14V-593 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.