Secondary hood latch corrosion
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
A hood latch failure can result in the vehicle's hood opening unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from General Motors, Llc or involving Latches/locks/linkages.
FAQ: Recall 22V640000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 22V640000?
NHTSA recall 22V640000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on August 25, 2022. It addresses: Secondary hood latch corrosion. The recall affects approximately 120,688 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 22V640000 or the manufacturer campaign number A222359300. 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.