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2019 Chevrolet Spark recalls & problems

The 2019 Chevrolet Spark has 1 safety recall and 14 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is air bags (7 complaints).

Recalls1safety recalls
Complaints14filed by owners
Crashes · fires4 · 0reported in complaints
Injuries · deaths3 · 0reported in complaints

Safety recalls

Air bagsNov 1, 2018

Air bag/restraint control module

Recall 18V77400012 vehicles

Problem
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.
Fix
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.

Components: Air bags › Air bag/restraint control module; Air bags

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2019 Chevrolet Spark 5 HB FWD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Spark

33mpg combined
City / highway30 / 38 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

1.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,050/year to fuel

Spark

33mpg combined
City / highway29 / 38 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

1.4 L · 4 cyl · Manual 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,050/year to fuel

Spark ACTIV

33mpg combined
City / highway30 / 37 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

1.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,050/year to fuel

Spark ACTIV

32mpg combined
City / highway29 / 37 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

1.4 L · 4 cyl · Manual 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,100/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Air bags740332,217 mi
Service brakes2000—
Power train2000—
Tires2000—
StructureBody1101—
Engine1000—
Electrical system1000—
Vehicle speed controlAccelerator pedal1000—
Seat belts1000—
Forward collision avoidanceAutomatic emergency braking1000—
Unknown or other1000—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.