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Service bulletins for the 2014 Chevrolet Spark

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

1614 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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PIC58802017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY; HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the HV Drive Motor Battery, Coolant Heater Control Module, Hybrid Powertrain Control Module 2, Air Compressor Control Module, Electronic Brake Control Module, Onboard Charge Module, Drive Unit, Brake Pressure Modulator Valve, Manual Service Disconnect, Accessory Power Module, DC Fast Charger - High Content, AC Charger - Low Content, and Hybrid Powertrain Control Module will be placed on a parts restriction through the General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
PIC5753B2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH; STEERING. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that some customers may comment that when returning to the vehicle the ignition key requires high effort or may not turn from the lock position. Technician should be advised that this model is equipped with a steering column lock. If the vehicle is turned off with the steering wheel turned it may rotate back against the steering lock causing the lock to bind, resulting in the key cylinder binding.
PIC5803B2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the vehicle did not fully complete a charge or that charging was interrupted. Technicians may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P1E00 set in the Engine Control Module and P0D3E or P0D3F set in the Hybrid Powertrain Control Module. Dealer should communicate to the customer that we apologize for this inconvenience and that General Motors is working on a solution for this concern.
PIC5803A2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the vehicle did not fully complete a charge or that charging was interrupted. Technicians may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P1E00 set in the Engine Control Module and P0D3E or P0D3F set in the Hybrid Powertrain Control Module. Dealer should communicate to the customer that we apologize for this inconvenience and that General Motors is working on a solution for this concern.
PIP50942017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that, when testing any circuit for open or resistance, it is imperative that all related terminal pin fit and tension be checked when the test steps require disconnection of the connector or component, prior to any component replacement. Always use the recommended terminal test tool during these tests.
PI0360F2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on GM Accessory Remote start not working with onstars remotelink phone applications
15-06-03-002B2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY; EQUIPMENT. This informational bulletin provides information on Original Equipment Batteries Part Number and ACDelco Replacement Battery Approved Warranty Part Numbers
08-07-30-026C2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY. This informational bulletin provides information on vehicles may rock or move slightly forward or rearward while in Park at start up after cold soak and that this is considered a normal conditon and no repairs are necessary
16-NA-0692017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. This informational bulletin provides information on If the radar does not see any vehicles, structures, or objects for 15-25 minutes of driving, the system may think its blocked and display the ?Side Object Detection System Disabled? message.
11-08-49-001P2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. This technical bulletin provides a procedure on how to take the vehicles out of transport mode for vehicles with the condition of Transport Mode On Message Displayed in Driver Information Center (DIC) and/or Battery Light is Flashing
06-00-89-029M2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. This informational bulletin provides information on Interior Cleaning - Instrument Panel (IP), Hard or Plastic Surfaces, Seats, Carpet, Leather, Vinyl, Fabric Cleaner, Stain Remover, Restorer - Product Availability
PIC58032017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the vehicle did not fully complete a charge or that charging was interrupted. Technicians may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P1E00 set in the Engine Control Module and P0D3E or P0D3F set in the Hybrid Powertrain Control Module 2. Dealer should verify witch charging outlet is installed at the customer?s home. If the customer is using a SPX Power Xpress level 2 (240 volt) charger, please have them contact SPX using the phone number on the front of the charge unit, as a charge unit calibration is available that may correct the concern. For all other Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment's make sure the customer has the outlet and circuit tested by a certified electrician.
PIC58622017-08-15. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have brake lights remain on with the vehicle off and parked and/or the vehicle battery goes dead. Technician will need to inspect for aftermarket parts.
PIC5903A2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have Service Vehicle Soon Lamp or Check Engine Lamp is on. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code P0534. Technician will use a scan tool to check for all Diagnostic Trouble Codes that are set, but should not delete any Diagnostic Trouble Codes found. Technician should also capture any Freeze Frame data in a Global Diagnostic System 2 Session Log. Technician will need to inspect the Rechargeable Energy Storage System and replace if it has three notches. On Volt and Ampera models check the Hybrid Processor Control Module 2 for having the latest software. Technician should update the Hybrid Processor Control Module 2 with the latest calibrations if need. If the module is up to date use Global Diagnostic System 2 to monitor the High and Low Side Refrigerant Pressures with the Air Conditioner Compress or Speed with the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning temperature to maximum cold, high blower speed. Technician should follow published Service Information diagnostics if Diagnostic Trouble Code P0534 sets. If the technician finds both the High and Low Side Refrigerant Pressures are found to be low then connect the Refrigerant Recovery/Recharge Air Condition machine and check the Refrigerant level. Technician should follow "Refrigerant Loss" in Service Information Diagnostics if the refrigerant level is less than 800 grams. When working on Spark Electric Vehicle technician should follow all published Service Information diagnostics before and other diagnostics or repairs. Technician should use the GE-50300 Refrigerant Recovery/Recharge Air Condition machine and check the R1234yf Refrigerant level. If the Refrigerant level is low technician should follow published Service Information diagnostics. If the Refrigerant level is over 500 grams technician will use Global Diagnostic System 2 to verify if the Remote Heater and Air Conditioning Module is up to date and update if
PIC59212017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY; HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that are unable to charge the hybrid battery and the malfunction Indicator lamp is illuminated on the Instrument Panel Cluster. Technician may find a current or history code P16C1 or P16C2 set in the Battery Charging Control Module. Technician should update the Battery Charging Control Module with the latest software in Tis 2 Web. If the technician experiences any issues while programming the Battery Charging Control Module, please contact Techline customer support center for further assistance.
PIC5492B2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic Trouble Code B101D-37 history in the Vehicle Communication Interface Module or telematics communication interface control module. Engineering has determined that this code will only display in history on the scan tool and will not cause issues with OnStar system operation.
PIT52362017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic Trouble Code B101D stored in Telematics Communication Interface Control Module. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance. If the Diagnostic Trouble Code B101D has a sym 37 set please refer to the latest version of PIC5492.
16-NA-0112017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to update your apple product to the latest software version to correct a condition of infotainment system will not return to media after bluetooth call ends
PIC5880D2017-08-15. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN; HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Onboard Charge Module, Hybrid Powertrain Control Module 2, Air Compressor Control Module, Accessory Power Module, Hybrid Powertrain Control Module, Drive Motor Generator Power Inverter Module, AC Charger - Low Content High Voltage Battery Disconnect Control Module, and the DC Fast Charger - High Content High Voltage Battery Disconnect Control Module parts have been placed on part restriction thought General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
PIP5112B2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Drive Motor Battery for the 2014 - 2015 Spark EV and several internal components are being placed on restriction through the General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
PIC60142017-08-15. Service bulletin. LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have the door locks will unlock immediately after auto locking usually at startup or while driving. Technician will need to remove power from the Sensing and Diagnostic Module. If doors no longer unlock unwanted the Sensing and Diagnostic Module should be replaced.
PIP4902H2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors Technical Assistance Center may ask for Global Diagnostic System 2 Session Log. Technician will need use Global Diagnostic System 2 to send the session logs to General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance on the vehicle in question.
PIC5161D2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the radio can be turned on after turning the ignition off and opening the driver's door. The radio can then be turned back on after the vehicle's Retained Accessory Power has been canceled by simply pressing the power button on the radio. This is a normal characteristic of the key off operation.
PIP4670D2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about a no start or another concern after swapping an Engine Control Module or other modules from one vehicle to another. The Global Architecture electrical system associated with these vehicles does not allow controller swaps between vehicles.
PIC5491E2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an OnStar system that will not power up. Technician should turn off the ignition and cancel retained accessory power. After the vehicle has powered down, remove power to the OnStar module for five minutes. After the power has been removed for five minutes, if the OnStar system is working release the vehicle. If the OnStar system is still inoperative continue with published Service Information diagnostics. Technician may need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center depending on the STID, Station ID, or OnStar Customer Identifier.

The summaries are NHTSA's. Each bulletin's page links NHTSA's copy of the manufacturer's document.