2014 Chevrolet Spark vs 2014 Ford Fiesta
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2014 Chevrolet Spark | 2014 Ford Fiesta |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 171 | 502 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,477 | 108 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 23 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 33–119 | 30 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 49,983 mi | 42,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Spark | Ford Fiesta |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 47 | 208 |
| Engine | 50 | 83 |
| Electrical System | 39 | 45 |
| Structure | 10 | 54 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 25 | 25 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 16 | 30 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 8 | 30 |
| Air Bags | 13 | 18 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 19 | 13 |
| Stalling | 15 | 62 |
| Hesitation / surging | 11 | 48 |
| Loss of power | 10 | 11 |
| Shifting problems | 6 | 14 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 78 |
| Overheating | 0 | 24 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 11 |
2014 Chevrolet Spark
2014 Ford Fiesta
Compare all Chevrolet Spark vs Ford Fiesta years →
Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.