The GM bulletin N19227110 indicates that they are aware of over 10% of Chevrolet Spark models from the years 2014-2015 experiencing transmission problems. Although this bulletin expired last year, it is important to note that they do not provide coverage for vehicles purchased used with fewer than 120,000 miles. This situation poses a significant danger, as the transmission may potentially be contaminated with dirt and debris, leading to unexpected jerking or complete failure, and in some cases, vehicles have caught fire. Furthermore, unless the vehicle is taken to a GM service center, the issue may remain undetected. According to my research, this problem is similar to the one that Nissan faced with their CVT transmissions, which were subject to a recall for the same reason.
2014 Chevrolet Spark: jerking or lurching
5 of the 172 complaints about the 2014 Chevrolet Spark describe jerking or lurching.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- recalls
- 0
Jerking or lurching by model year
What owners say
The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Spark. The contact stated while attempting to accelerate from a complete stop, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact continued to depress the accelerator pedal, and the vehicle lurched forward while responding sluggishly. The contact stated that the RPMS was high, but the vehicle failed to exceed 50 MPH. No further information was available. The contact stated that the failure recurred intermittently while driving from a complete stop. The vehicle was taken to Auto Zone, where it was diagnosed with transmission failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with transmission failure. The dealer informed the contact that the vehicle was not covered under GMC Campaign Number: N192271110 because the special coverage had expired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 114,720.
Transmission needs to be replaced per mechanic, costing around $3,5000-$5,000 Jerking or shuddering during the normal course of driving Hesitations while attempting to accelerate from a stopped position Engine stalls out or intermittently shutting off Rough start or hard shift and sudden acceleration Hesitations while attempting to accelerate from a stopped position
Takata recall. My '14 spark has gotten the coolant tank replaced twice. Also my rpms are shooting up and back down once I hit 50mph or faster . Also makes a high pitched noise when this happens . It's causing my car to jerk at faster speeds, also my car jerks at point of acceleration from 0mph when I'm making turns. Also the battery is continually being drained and it's not worn out .
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 chevrolet spark. The contact stated that while driving at low speeds, the vehicle jerked forward without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer however, the failure was unable to be diagnosed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 27,000.
Service bulletins that may apply
- This service bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
- This service bulletin provides information on some vehicles that may rock or move slightly forward or...
- GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities
- This service bulletin provides information on Driveline Clunk Noise and what is acceptable and what is...
- This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
- This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required...
- Power train
- The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle...
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 2014 Chevrolet Spark jerking
Is jerking or lurching a common problem on the 2014 Chevrolet Spark?
5 of 172 owner complaints about the 2014 Chevrolet Spark (3%) mention jerking or lurching. The model year with the most reports is 2014.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2014 Chevrolet Spark?
There are 0 recalls and 93 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2014 Chevrolet Spark
Check engine light 24Transmission failure 16Loss of power 13Hesitation 11Stalling 11Won't shift 8No deployment 7Won't start 7CVT failure 6Knocking 6Slipping 6
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