Spark

All recall notices.

1. Chevrolet UK Spark Hood Striker Replacement

   R/2024/003 · 14 Dec 2023

   14 Dec 2023

   Defect

   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.

   Remedy

   Replace hood striker assembly with one that has improved corrosion resistance.

   Build window

   Built 1 Jan 2010 – 31 Dec 2015

2. Chevrolet UK Spark Hood Striker Replacement

   R/2024/003 · 14 Dec 2023

   14 Dec 2023

   Defect

   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.

   Remedy

   Replace hood striker assembly with one that has improved corrosion resistance.

   Build window

   Built 1 Jan 2010 – 31 Dec 2015

   ~20,091 vehicles affected

3. CLUTCH PEDAL MAY FAIL

   R/2015/087 · 28 Apr 2015

   28 Apr 2015

   Defect

   Spark vehicles may in some instances experience breakage on clutch pedal pivot area due to inaccurate height adjustment of clutch pedal

   Remedy

   Adjust clutch pedal height and where required fit reinforcing bracket.

   Build window

   Built 1 Jul 2009 – 17 Oct 2012

   ~14,659 vehicles affected

4. SECONDARY BONNET CATCH MAY NOT ENGAGE

   R/2015/017 · 6 Feb 2015

   6 Feb 2015

   Defect

   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.

   Remedy

   Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the Hood Striker Secondary Latch.

   Build window

   Built 12 Jun 2009 – 31 Jul 2014

   ~20,089 vehicles affected

5. BRAKING PERFORMANCE MAY BE REDUCED

   R/2014/181 · 15 Dec 2014

   15 Dec 2014

   Defect

   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.

   Remedy

   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.

   Build window

   Built 1 Dec 2008 – 24 Oct 2009

   ~8,194 vehicles affected

6. LOSS OF TRANSMISSION

   R/2014/152 · 11 Nov 2014

   11 Nov 2014

   Defect

   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.

   Remedy

   Recall all affected vehicles and replace the transmission mountings.

   Build window

   Built 10 May 2013 – 12 Dec 2013

   ~2,057 vehicles affected

7. TRANSMISSION MOUNT FAILURE MAY CAUSE LOSS OF DRIVE

   R/2014/022 · 3 Feb 2014

   3 Feb 2014

   Defect

   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.

   Remedy

   Recall all affected vehicles to check and if required replace the transmission mountings.

   Build window

   Built 10 May 2013 – 7 Jun 2013

   ~432 vehicles affected

8. CLUTCH AND GEAR SELECTION MAY BE LOST

   R/2013/148 · 2 Jan 2014

   2 Jan 2014

   Defect

   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.

   Remedy

   Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to install a reinforcement support bracket to the clutch pedal pivot.

   Build window

   Built 1 Jul 2009 – 16 Sep 2010

   ~8,314 vehicles affected

9. BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY BE AFFECTED

   R/2012/090 · 28 Aug 2012

   28 Aug 2012

   Defect

   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.

   Remedy

   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.

   Build window

   Built 1 Jan 2007 – 31 Dec 2009

   ~38,876 vehicles affected