TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET SPARK M300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLES ANTIFREEZE LEVEL WAS LOW AND THE ANTIFREEZE RESERVOIR WAS ALMOST EMPTY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND DIAGNOSED THAT THE ANTIFREEZE CANISTER HAD A LEAK AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 19,700. U…
2014 chevrolet Spark engine problems
moderate 24 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100
Complaints
24
Recalls
0
Crashes
1
Avg fix
$3,100
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
1ST AND 2ND RECALL COMPLETED BUT VEHICLE STILL DOES NOT RUN RIGHT. 3RD 4TH AND 5TH RECALL HAS NOT BEEN SCHEDULE BY GM AND ARE SAFETY RECALLS. 1. BOLT ON BOTTOM HAS TO BE TORQUED TO THE RIGHT SETTING OR COULD BE LOST OF STEERING. 2. AIRBAG NOT DEPLOYING. 3. NEED NEW HOOD LATCH AS IT COULD CORRODE VEHICLE COULD OPEN UNEXPECTEDLY. THIS VEHICLE SHOULD NOT BE ON THE STREET. *TR
Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2014 chevrolet Spark?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 24 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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