Secondary hood latch corrosion
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
If the secondary hood latch corrodes causing the latch to be stuck out of position, and the primary hood latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
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. gm's number for this recall is 14456.
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FAQ: Recall 14V593000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V593000?
NHTSA recall 14V593000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on September 24, 2014. It addresses: Secondary hood latch corrosion. The recall affects approximately 89,294 vehicles, with the defect involving the Latches/locks/linkages component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V593000 or the manufacturer campaign number 14456. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.