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2014 Chevrolet Spark vs 2014 Volkswagen Eos

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2014 Chevrolet Spark2014 Volkswagen Eos
NHTSA complaints17140
Recall campaigns63
Service bulletins (TSBs)1,477946
Investigations01
Crash reports130
Fire reports00
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)33–11925
Median reported incident mileage49,983 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentChevrolet SparkVolkswagen Eos
Engine500
Power Train472
Air Bags1331
Electrical System394
Vehicle Speed Control251
Fuel/propulsion System160
Structure100
Service Brakes90

Symptoms owners describe

Check engine light190
Stalling150
Hesitation / surging110
Loss of power100
Shifting problems60

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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.