2014 Chevrolet Spark vs 2016 Chevrolet Spark
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.
| Metric | 2014 Chevrolet Spark | 2016 Chevrolet Spark |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 171 | 28 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,477 | 754 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 33–119 | 33–119 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 49,983 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Spark | Chevrolet Spark |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 50 | 2 |
| Power Train | 47 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 39 | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 25 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 10 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 16 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 13 | 2 |
| Structure | 10 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 19 | 0 |
| Stalling | 15 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 11 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 10 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 6 | 0 |
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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.