A hood latch failure can result in the vehicle's hood opening unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.

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.

Actions

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.

Documents (8)

• Miscellaneous Document - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Safety Recall A222359300 Hood Striker Corrosion
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Dealer Notification re Stop Delivery Order for Upcoming Safety Recall A222359300
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Dealer Message re A222359300 - Safety Recall Hood Striker Corrosion Application for Used Vehicle Working Capital Assistance Program (WCAP)
• Recall 573 Report - 8/30/22
• ISSUED Interim Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall 573 Report - 11/18/22

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