Verdict
2019 Chevrolet Spark: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2019 Chevrolet Spark — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Fewer reported complaints than most hatchback.
Owners filed 14 NHTSA complaints — fewer complaints than 71% of 2019 hatchbacks. Air Bags leads the reports (43%). 1 safety recall campaign on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2019 hatchbacks, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
14
Reports to NHTSA, 2019
Safety recalls
1
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Not rated
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
33
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
Fewer complaints than 71% of 2019 hatchbacks
The bar is this car's percentile among 2019 hatchbacks by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Air Bags issues lead owner complaints (43% of 14 reports), followed by power train (14%).
Share of all 14 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11657335, ODI 11439420, ODI 11316718, ODI 11266080, ODI 11528223.
Recalls(1)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
Air BagsJan 2018 · 18V774000Details +Close −
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Buick Encore, Chevrolet Spark, Traverse, and Trax vehicles. The Sensing Diagnostic Module (SDM) on these vehicle may not have been turned off of "manufacturing mode," preventing the air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.
Risk: If the air bags do not deploy in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the SDM module to the correct mode, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18365.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2019 Chevrolet Spark 5 HB FWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Not rated
- Frontal
- Not rated
- Side
- Not rated
- Rollover
- Not rated
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spark | 1.4L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 29 | 38 | 33 |
| Spark | 1.4L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 30 | 38 | 33 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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"Fewest reports" and "most complained" describe raw NHTSA complaint totals, not vehicle reliability. The last few model years are left unlabelled because they have had less road time.
2019 Chevrolet Spark: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2019 Chevrolet Spark?
Owners filed 14 NHTSA complaints about the 2019 Chevrolet Spark — fewer complaints than 71% of comparable 2019 hatchbacks, so it sits toward the stronger end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2019 Chevrolet Spark?
The most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (43% of complaints) and power train (14%).
How many recalls does the 2019 Chevrolet Spark have?
1 recall has been issued that affect the 2019 Chevrolet Spark, covering components such as air bags. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2019 Chevrolet Spark get?
The EPA rates the 2019 Chevrolet Spark at 33 mpg combined.