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NHTSARecalled Aug 25, 2022 · #22V640000

Secondary Hood Latch Corrosion

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

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

Product details

Product
  • Secondary Hood Latch Corrosion
  • 2014-2015 Chevrolet Spark EV
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
General Motors, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice