2018 Chevrolet Spark
Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 9
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2018: 9 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 146 |
| 2014 | 172 |
| 2015 | 77 |
| 2016 | 28 |
| 2017 | 29 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
3 of 9 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
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Okay, I can press the gas and try to go one speed.And my car will go either way, too slow for that gear or way too fast.For that gear , I have almost been several wrecks , because it's either going too slow , went when i'm supposed to be going to...
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-04-23
Also filed under Engine and lane departure
Engine
3 of 9 total reports mention: engine.
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This is a periodic occurance when going starting at 0MPH at any point during a trip.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-09-11
Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system
Service brakes
3 of 9 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Power train
2 of 9 total reports mention: power train.
Fuel/propulsion system
2 of 9 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
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My Chevrolet Spark cannot decide what gear it wants to be in, causing delays that are dangerous when pulling out in traffic or turning across lines of traffic.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-02-21
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2018 Chevrolet Spark — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2018 Chevrolet Spark reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2018 Chevrolet Spark?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2018 Chevrolet Spark have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.