2013 Chevrolet Spark Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2013 Chevrolet Spark.
Worst 2013 Chevrolet Spark Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Transmission / Drivetrain
Electrical Faults
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2013 Chevrolet Spark.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 35 | 2 | 1 | 36,341 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 34 | — | — | 39,908 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 33 | — | — | 19,788 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 14 | 2 | — | 17,189 mi | |
| Airbags | 13 | 5 | 1 | 40,184 mi | |
| Fuel System | 10 | — | — | 32,516 mi | |
| Brakes | 9 | 3 | — | 25,803 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 8 | — | — | 12,577 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 8 | — | — | 2,256 mi | |
| Latches / Locks | 6 | — | — | 65,000 mi | |
| Body Structure | 6 | 2 | 1 | 44,250 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Interior Lighting | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Hood | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Instrument Cluster | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Other Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hatchback/Liftgate:Lock | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2013 Chevrolet Spark
5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~546,395 vehicles.
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.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax, and 2013-2015 Spark vehicles equipped with a Bring Your Own Media radio. The affected radios may fail to provide an audible warning chime when the driver fails to fasten their seatbelt or if the driver leaves the key in the ignition. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208 "Occupant Crash Protection" and 114 "Theft Protection."
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax vehicles and 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles equipped with a Bring Your Own Media radio. The affected radios may fail to provide an audible warning chime when the driver, after turning off the ignition and leaving the key in the cylinder, waits 10 minutes or longer to open the door. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114 "Theft Protection."
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.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Buick Encore vehicles manufactured April 10, 2013, to May 8, 2013, and Chevrolet Spark vehicles manufactured December 30, 2012, to March 1, 2013. In the affected vehicles, an improper weld on the passenger side front air bag inflator may result in the air bag not deploying.
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2013 Chevrolet Spark — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Spark reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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