2019 Chevrolet Spark

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2019 Chevrolet Spark
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:57:12.419Z

Only 14 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 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Spark Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2019 highlighted. 2013: 146 complaints 2013 2014: 171 complaints 2015: 76 complaints 2015 2016: 28 complaints 2017: 28 complaints 2017 2018: 9 complaints 2019: 14 complaints 2019 2020: 19 complaints 2021: 6 complaints 2021 2022: 3 complaints 2022
2019: 14 complaints
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YearComplaints
2013146
2014171
201576
201628
201728
20189
201914
202019
20216
20223

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 14 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

AIR BAGS

7 of 14 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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The contact owned a 2019 Chevrolet Spark. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 50 MPH, the contact had lost consciousness.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250428

I HAD AN ACCIDENT ON 3/5/2020 IN MY 2019 CHEVY SPARK AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20200307

THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION IN A SCHOOL ZONE OF 35 MPH ON A STREET. IT HAD A FRONT END IMPACT, WHICH IT REAR-ENDED THE CAR IN FRONT OF IT AND THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20191004

TIRES

2 of 14 total reports mention: tires.

SERVICE BRAKES

2 of 14 total reports mention: service brakes.

POWER TRAIN

2 of 14 total reports mention: power train.

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I have a 2019 Chevy Spark after doing research it appears that the Spark has a high transmission failure

NHTSA ODI report, 20240920

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 14 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20181106 — air bags

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Buick Encore, Chevrolet Spark, Traverse, and Trax vehicles.

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.

Campaign 18V774000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2019 Chevrolet Spark — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 18V774000 (air bags) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2019 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 2019 Chevrolet Spark?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2019 Chevrolet Spark have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.