Chevrolet Spark Reliability Problems

Spark owners have made 211 complaints over 14 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it 26th in overall reliability out of 40 Chevrolet models, with real engine and transmission concerns.

What Spark Owners Complain About

Sometimes it helps just to tally up the complaints and see where the biggest stacks are. Use this information to learn about troublespots or to run for the hills.

Worst Issues

What Breaks the Most

Years to Avoid

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Spark Generations

The Spark has 2 generations, each with their own issues. Using the same PainRank™ system we've determined that you're better off avoiding the 3rd generation (2009–2015).

Spark Key Numbers

  1. 211 complaints

    Running tally of owner grievances filed to CarComplaints.com.

  2. 1,305 service bulletins

    Documenting the process of troubleshooting common problems.

  3. 8 recall campaigns

    Time-sensitive, free repairs for widespread safety problems.

Recent Spark News

There's a lot of news out there, but not all of it matters. We try to boil down it to the most important bits about things that actually help you with your car problem. Interested in getting these stories in an email? Signup for free email alerts over at CarComplaints.com.

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