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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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PIP5120C2017-08-15. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the parts restriction on the Jatco CVT7 transmission part number 25184064 has ended.
PIP5160B2017-08-15. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the parts restriction on the Jatco CVT7 transmission control module part number 25188346 has ended.
PIC4788F2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician of diagnostic instructions to take when the key will not fold into the fob or will not stay in the folded position. The technician may comment that the key in the fob will not fold close or stay latched closed. Damage to the folding mechanism could result from storing the key in the door lock cylinder and accidently bumping or making contact with the key fob. Please advise all dealer personnel to refrain from storing the key in the door lock even for brief periods.
PIT54432017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician of a concern where the Onstar® menu is missing from the radio display. Pressing the white Onstar® push to talk button and say hide Onstar® menu will hide the menu and saying unhide menu will make the menu come back again.
PIC6090B2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician for the radio locking up usually after an Onstar® turn by turn route. Engineering is aware of the concern and is working to release software to correct the concern. If the concern happens it is normally corrected by turning the ignition off opening the door to cancel retained accessory power and then restarting the vehicle. If the concern is still present after the ignition cycle it may be necessary to remove the radio?s fuse for 2 minutes and reinstall. Communicate to the customer that General Motors is working on a solution for this concern.
PIC5491G2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. 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.
PIT54422017-08-15. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician of an engine power reduced message on the driver information center after performing the Canada Onstar® 4G upgrade. If the concern is present park the vehicle outside and call General Motors Technical Assistance Center.
PIC6089A2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a Battery Saver Message or red Battery Indicator displayed in the Driver Information Center. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code P0AF8 set in history. Technician will need to the 12 volt battery using the GR8 Battery tester. The technician will need to perform the Direct current Power Conversion Test published in Global Service Information to check for maximum current and voltage output. This test requires the use of a Carbon Pyle load tester. In addition, the technician can select the 14 Volt Power Module Control Function in the Engine Control Module and Accessory Power Module Setpoint in the Body Control Module by using the Scan Tool in order to check that the system is able to respond to current loads. If the test fails, if there were low voltage Diagnostic Trouble Codes or P0AF8 was set, the technician should confirm that the 200 amp fuse located in the X50D Fuse Block is torqued to correct specification. Technician should check the voltage on both sides of the 200 amp Fuse while there is a load applied and comparing the voltage readings. Voltage drop can be checked from the positive battery post to the Accessory Power Module side of the 200 amp fuse as well. If the Accessory Power Module will output current under a load but the voltage is low on both sides of the fuse when compared to the voltage output at the Accessory Power Module, check the following Service Information for any other Diagnostic Trouble Codes that may have led to the low voltage condition, Accessory Power Module output terminal is clean and torqued to specification, The Accessory Power Module output cable ring terminal is properly seated to the Accessory Power Module output terminal post and its condition, and test the voltage drop on the ground cables to the engine block, transmission, body and chassis to ensure they are within specification.
PIP5251B2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a Malfunction Indicator Lamp on. Technician may find a diagnostic trouble code P0324 set as a current or history. Also a rattle or spark knock type noise may also be heard while driving. Technician will need to let the vehicle cold soak overnight. Then clear the diagnostic trouble code in the Engine Control Module. Then use Global Diagnostic System 2 to monitor the Total Knock Retard Parameter. Let the vehicle run at idle for ten seconds with the park brake turned on. Hold the brake down and place the vehicle in ?Drive? for automatic transmission or drive gear for manual gear box then bring the engine between 1800 and 2000 RPM for 10 seconds then return to idle for 5 second. Repeat this cycle 7 times. If the readings during the raised RPM testing were NOT continuously above 6.0 degrees for more than 5 seconds, no further action is required within the scope of this bulletin. If the readings during the raised RPM testing were continuously above 6.0 degrees for more than 5 seconds, the vehicle requires repair. Technician will need to verify the engine oil level is correct. After insuring the engine oil level is correct allow the engine to idle for one hour. Every 15 minutes increase the engine rpms to 2000 and hold for 5 minutes. Or drive the vehicle for 25 to 30 miles. Allow the engine to cold soak overnight and then repeat the inspection procedure. Then review the Global Diagnostic System 2 session log Total Knock Retard Parameter. Technician will need to General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
PIP52952017-08-15. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician vehicles equipped with Regular Production Option Code MME if the Dexron HP synthetic fluid in the 1ET35 Transmission appears to be overheated or extremely dark in color. Technician will not replace the transmission or the transmission cooler. Technician will not recommend flushing the transmission or transmission cooler based only on the appearance of the transmission fluid. If the transmission is operating as designed (no noise or vibration from the transmission when operated, no debris is found in the fluid the transmission, etc.) but there is a Diagnostic Trouble Code found, follow current Service Information diagnostic procedure or continue with diagnosis of the concern.
PIP5112D2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the drive motor battery and internal parts for the 2014-2015 Spark EV are being placed on restriction. Technician is to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center with scan tool data and information from the Rechargeable Energy Storage system label.
PIC6090A2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician for the radio locking up usually after an OnStar turn by turn route. Engineering is aware of the concern and is working to release software to correct the concern. If the concern happens it is normally corrected by turning the ignition off opening the door to cancel retained accessory power and then restarting the vehicle. If the concern is still present after the ignition cycle it may be necessary to remove the radio?s fuse for 2 minutes and reinstall. Communicate to the customer that General Motors is working on a solution for this concern.
PIP5112C2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V 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.
PIT53992017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about connectivity concerns when connecting an Apple device via USB cord. Technician should insure the customer is using an original equipment manufacturer Apple USB cable.
PIC4310L2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center with the scan tool data from the OnStar system.
PIP52832017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the pin locations inside the transmission pass thru connector which is located on the side of the transmission towards the front of the vehicle. Technician will find this helpful when diagnosing a Diagnostic Trouble Code concerns with a Jatco CVT7 transmission Regular Production Option Code M4M.
PIP52822017-08-15. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician about the calculation and operation of the engine oil life monitor. The monitor calculates the percent of oil life remaining, based on 3 pathways. The first pathway for oil life calculation is engine revolutions. The second pathway for oil life calculation is the mileage form the last rest for all General Motors powertrains except the Volt. The third pathway for oil life calculation is the amount of time the oil is in the engine. The Volt uses a 2 year timer instead of 1 year. It also uses the engine revolution counter. It does not use the mileage pathway to count down.
PIP5155A2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have Service Vehicle Soon Lamp (SVS) or Check Engine Lamp (CEL) is on after charging using a 240V charging station. Technician may find a Diagnostic Trouble Code P1EE6 stored current or history. When published Service Information diagnostics do not lead to repair the Hybrid Powertrain Control Module 2 will need to be reprogrammed using Service Programming System.
PIC5436C2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician some vehicles may have a Service Stabilitrak message and a red brake lamp illuminated on the Instrument Panel Cluster. Technician may find a Diagnostic Trouble Code C0196 in the Electronic Brake Control Module. This concern may be preset after the vehicle was flat towed or just came off a car carrier. Technician will need to perform a Multi Axis sensor learn and a Diagnostic Trouble Code clear in the Electronic Brake Control Module. Then shut ignition off, open and close driver door and let vehicle sit for 3 minutes. After the vehicle has slept for 3 minutes start the vehicle and let it run in park for 10 seconds. Now the vehicle will need to be driven for 30 seconds over 20 miles per hour. If code is cleared and doesn't reset, release the vehicle to the customer. If code resets follow normal diagnosis in Service Information.
PIC5442B2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles equipped with absorbent glass mat 12 volt battery. Technician should insure that the EL-50313 Midtronics GR8 battery charger/tester has the current calibrations. When using the battery charger insure that absorbent glass mat and the correct cold cranking amps is selected.
PIC5953A2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have an issue when using Bluetooth voice recognition with an iPhone. Technician should work with the customer to insure the phone contacts to not have any Emojis loaded to any contact.
PIP52712017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have inaccurate charge completion time displayed or delayed charging concerns. Technician will insure the time and date is current on the radio. Also update the Hybrid Powertrain Control Module 2 using Service Programming System. If the concern is still present General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
PIP52672017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a Check Engine Lamp or Service Vehicle Soon lamp on after charging. If the technician finds Diagnostic Trouble Codes P16C4 or P16C5 set in history, the Hybrid Powertrain Control Module will need to be reprogrammed. If the Diagnostic Trouble Codes are current or return and the Hybrid Powertrain Control Module and the Battery Charger Control Module have the current calibrations then processed to follow published Service Information diagnostics. This may lead to Battery Charger Control Module replacement.
PIT5264C2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that are travelling from Canada to the United States. While in the United States they are unable to receive Turn-by-Turn directions. Due to the existing cellular provider not having roaming agreements in areas outside of Canada to support transmitting of the packet data required for Turn-By-Turn feature to operate. The customer has 3 options while traveling through the United Sates. First if the vehicle is equipped with a navigation radio they can request a "Destination Download" to the vehicle. Second if the customer uses the OnStar RemoteLink app they can send the directions to the vehicle. The third option would be to have the vehicle loaded with a "500 phone number" The customer will no longer be able to use their Hands Free Calling minutes when the new 500 phone number is loaded. If a customer chooses to restore Hands Free Calling in the future a new phone number will be assigned to the vehicle; previous phone numbers are not available.
PIC5880E2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. 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.

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