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2013 Chevrolet Spark Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Engine — runs 2.4× the fleet median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
146Complaints
5Recalls
10Crashes
1Fires
4Injured
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 (24% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.

Engine complaints here are 2.4× the median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Engine35 · 24%not available
Power Train34 · 23.3%not available
Electrical System33 · 22.6%RecalledRecall 16V422000
Vehicle Speed Control14 · 9.6%not available
Air Bags13 · 8.9%RecalledRecall 14V298000
Fuel/propulsion System10 · 6.8%not available

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

ENGINE35 · 24%
POWER TRAIN34 · 23.3%
Unspecified / other20 · 13.7%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL14 · 9.6%
AIR BAGS13 · 8.9%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM10 · 6.8%
SERVICE BRAKES9 · 6.2%
EXTERIOR LIGHTING8 · 5.5%
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING8 · 5.5%

Percentages are the share of the 146 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 — 5 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

Air Bags

NHTSA campaign 14V298000 · 2014 · reported 06/06/2014

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. 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 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

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

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“SLOWLY PULLED CAR INTO THE DRIVEWAY. ENTERED THE GARAGE WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE. HALF WAY INTO GARAGE, THE ENGINE OVER ACCELERATED AND MADE…”NHTSA complaint 10874275 — filed 06/14/2016 · ENGINE
“I WAS GOING SOUTH ON I95 DOING 70 MILES AN HOUR ENGINE LIGHT FLASHED OFF AND ON TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT ON CAR LOST SPEED AND…”NHTSA complaint 10852151 — filed 03/29/2016 · ENGINE
“AFTER ACCELERATING FROM A LIGHT AT 5MPH THE GEAR INDICATOR DISAPPEARED AND THE TRANSMISSION STUCK IN 2ND GEAR VERIFIED BY REVS VS. VEHICLE SPEED. RESULTED…”NHTSA complaint 10850913 — filed 03/21/2016 · 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 2013 Chevrolet Spark?

Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 35 of 146 NHTSA complaints (24%), followed by power train (34), electrical system (33), unspecified/other issues (20). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2013 Chevrolet Spark have?

146 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 10 involved a crash, 1 involved a fire, and 4 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2013 Chevrolet Spark have any recalls?

Yes — 5 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 2013 Chevrolet Spark's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

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 07/12/2026.