Chevrolet Spark reliability
The Chevrolet Spark fails its MOT about as often as most cars over 10 years old: 44.4% of 11,101 tests failed in 2023, against 39.7% on average.
8 DVSA recalls for the Chevrolet Spark
Most cover a batch of cars built in a set period, and dealers fix them free. Sweep’s check shows the recalls for a car’s age and whether the DVSA has one outstanding.
Chevrolet UK Spark Hood Striker Replacement
On affected vehicles the secondary hood latch lever may prematurely corrode at the pivot. If severely corroded the secondary latch striker may become stuck out of position and fail to properly engage.
Fix: Replace hood striker assembly with one that has improved corrosion resistance.
Recalled models: SPARK
Clutch pedal may fail
Spark vehicles may in some instances experience breakage on clutch pedal pivot area due to inaccurate height adjustment of clutch pedal
Fix: Adjust clutch pedal height and where required fit reinforcing bracket.
Recalled models: SPARK · 14,659 vehicles
Secondary bonnet catch may not engage
The Hood Striker Secondary Latch may suffer from a build-up of corrosion. If this condition occurs the Hood Striker Secondary Latch may not return to the correct position when released. In such an event and especially when the primary locking device is not engaged correctly there is a potential the hood can open while the vehicle is being driven.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the Hood Striker Secondary Latch.
Recalled models: SPARK · 20,089 vehicles
Braking performance may be reduced
On affected vehicles the ABS valve may stick. The brakes will still function but the driver may experience a spongy feel when operating the brake pedal or excessive pedal travel.
Fix: Carry out diagnostic check on ABS system. If outcome is within manufacturers specification drain and replace brake fluid. If outcome is not within manufacturer's specification replace ABS valve and drain and replace brake fluid.
Recalled models: SPARK · 8,194 vehicles
Loss of transmission
It has been identified that the transmission mounting could fail. This may allow the transmission to drop and cause the drive-shaft to disconnect resulting in loss of drive to the road wheels.
Fix: Recall all affected vehicles and replace the transmission mountings.
Recalled models: SPARK · 2,057 vehicles
Transmission mount failure may cause loss of drive
It is possible under certain conditions that the gearbox mounting may fail and allow the transmission to drop. This can result in the loss of drive due to the disconnection of the drive shaft.
Fix: Recall all affected vehicles to check and if required replace the transmission mountings.
Recalled models: SPARK · 432 vehicles
Clutch and gear selection may be lost
The clutch pedal pivot may fail which will render the vehicle unable to change and or select gear. Braking and directional control will not be affected.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to install a reinforcement support bracket to the clutch pedal pivot.
Recalled models: SPARK · 8,314 vehicles
Braking efficiency may be affected
Incorrect type of brake fluid installed at production could cause internal corrosion of the ABS module. This corrosion can lead to a gel build up inside the module which may affect the closing motion of one of the valves. There will be no external loss of fluid or reduction in fluid level but it is possible the driver could feel excessive brake pedal travel. In some circumstances there may be reduced braking performance.
Fix: Inspection of the brake fluid using a scan tool. Drain and replace the fluid and replace the brake fluid reservoir cap (All models except Captiva & Epica/Tosca). Erase ''DOT 3'' text from the customers Owner's Manual (All models except Captiva & Epica/Tosca). Add information regarding the use of DOT 4 brake fluid.
Recalled models: SPARK · 38,876 vehicles
Checking a Chevrolet Spark before you buy
Look at the parts above at the viewing, and read the car’s own MOT history: advisories for the same parts suggest the problem is already starting. Sweep’s free check shows every MOT, advisory and mileage reading for a registration.