MYRModel Year Report

2013 Chevrolet Spark

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2013 Chevrolet Spark
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:57:39.082Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Spark Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2013 highlighted. 2013: 146 complaints 2013 2014: 171 complaints 2015: 76 complaints 2015 2016: 28 complaints 2017: 28 complaints 2017 2018: 9 complaints 2019: 14 complaints 2019 2020: 19 complaints 2021: 6 complaints 2021 2022: 3 complaints 2022
2013: 146 complaints
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YearComplaints
2013146
2014171
201576
201628
201728
20189
201914
202019
20216
20223

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE 24%

24% of complaints: engine — 35 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE
POWER TRAIN 23%

23% of complaints: power train — 34 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 23%

23% of complaints: electrical system — 33 distinct reports on file.

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The locks will lock and unlock very quickly. I got out of the vehicle but the vehicle quickly locked back locking my son([XXX] who was strapped in his carseat) in there.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240517

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 10%

10% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 14 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET SPARK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, HER SIZE TWELVE FOOT GOT STUCK BETWEEN THE ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE PEDALS WHICH CAUSED HER TO CRASH INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130416

AIR BAGS 9%

9% of complaints: air bags — 13 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20140730 — air bags

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.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side front air bag, free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2014. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick) or 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet).

Campaign 14V298000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20150107 — latches/locks/linkages

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles manufactured January 17, 2012, to July 29, 2014.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the striker with a new part which has superior corrosion protection, free of charge. The recall began on January 7, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.

Campaign 14V593000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20160526 — electrical system, equipment

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.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.

Campaign 16V257000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20160722 — electrical system, equipment

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.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 45340.

Campaign 16V422000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20230612 — latches/locks/linkages

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.

Remedy: 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.

Campaign 22V640000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2013 Chevrolet Spark — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (35 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (34 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (33 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 14V298000 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 14V593000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 16V257000 (electrical system, equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 16V422000 (electrical system, equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 22V640000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2013 Chevrolet Spark reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Chevrolet Spark?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2013 Chevrolet Spark have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.