Chevrolet Spark recalls and problems
9 recalls and 505 owner complaints for 10 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
9
Complaints
505
Crashes reported
46
Fires reported
5
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Chevrolet Spark by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Spark | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 Spark | 0 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2020 Spark | 0 | 20 | 6 | 2 | 10 | 0 |
| 2019 Spark | 1 | 14 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2018 Spark | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 Spark | 1 | 29 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| 2016 Spark | 1 | 29 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 Spark | 5 | 77 | 4 | 1 | 8 | 0 |
| 2014 Spark | 6 | 172 | 13 | 0 | 8 | 0 |
| 2013 Spark | 5 | 146 | 10 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
Most reported Chevrolet Spark problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 125 | |
| Engine | 112 | |
| Electrical System | 102 | |
| Unknown or Other | 57 | |
| Air Bags | 56 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 51 | |
| Service Brakes | 46 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 41 | |
| Structure | 26 | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 22 |
All Chevrolet Spark recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22V-640 | Aug 25, 2022 | 2013–2015 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark and 2014-2015 Chevrolet Spark EV vehicles. |
| 18V-774 | Nov 1, 2018 | 2019 | Air Bags | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Buick Encore, Chevrolet Spark, Traverse, and Trax vehicles. |
| 17V-307 | May 9, 2017 | 2016–2017 | Air Bags | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Chevrolet Spark vehicles. |
| 16V-422 | Jun 10, 2016 | 2013–2015 | Electrical System, Equipment | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax, and 2013-2015 Spark vehicles equipped with a Bring Your Own Media radio. |
| 16V-257 | Apr 28, 2016 | 2013–2015 | Electrical System, Equipment | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax vehicles and 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles equipped with a Bring Your Own Media radio. |
| 15V-416 | Jun 30, 2015 | 2014–2015 | Equipment | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles manufactured April 30, 2014, to May 20, 2015, and 2015 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured June 18, 2014, to June 10, 2015. |
| 14V-593 | Sep 24, 2014 | 2013–2015 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles manufactured January 17, 2012, to July 29, 2014. |
| 14V-440 | Jul 21, 2014 | 2014 | Do not driveSuspension | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Spark vehicles manufactured from May 7, 2014, to May 26, 2014. |
| 14V-298 | Jun 6, 2014 | 2013 | Air Bags | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Buick Encore vehicles manufactured April 10, 2013, to May 8, 2013, and Chevrolet Spark vehicles manufactured December 30, 2012, to March 1, 2013. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Chevrolet Spark?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2014 Chevrolet Spark has the most reports (172). Check the 2014 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Spark have?
NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls covering Chevrolet Spark model years 2013–2017, 2019.
What are the most common Chevrolet Spark problems?
Owners report power train, engine, electrical system problems most often.