repaired · 2025 Q4
Hood: latch
Risk. A hood latch failure can result in the vehicle's hood opening unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
2015 Chevrolet SparkProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 77 owner complaints about the 2015 Chevrolet Spark, most often about the power train. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 22V-640 the manufacturer reports only 30% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 16, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2015 Chevrolet Spark has problems
77 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
26Power train
11Engine1 crash/fire/injury
9Electrical system
7Fuel/propulsion system
7Vehicle speed control2 crash/fire/injury
5Air bags
4Service brakes
4Structure
4Latches/locks/linkages
1911 other systems3 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 26 | 0 |
| Engine | 11 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 9 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 7 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 7 | 2 |
| Air bags | 5 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 0 |
| Structure | 4 | 1 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 4 | 0 |
| 11 other systems | 19 | 3 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2015 Chevrolet Spark recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2017 Q4
Electrical system: software
Risk. Without audible indicators, the driver may not fasten their seatbelt, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
repaired · 2017 Q3
Electrical system: software
Risk. Without audible indicators, the driver may leave the key in the ignition, increasing the risk of theft.
repaired · 2016 Q4
Electrical: radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Risk. Without audible indicators, the driver may leave the key in the ignition, increasing the risk of theft.
Show 1 more recall
repaired · 2016 Q2
Hood: latch
Risk. If the secondary hood latch corrodes causing the latch to be stuck out of position, and the primary hood latch is not engaged, the hood could unexpectedly open…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Chevrolet.
Best & worst years
2015 vs. every other Spark year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Spark median. How we score
'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2015 Chevrolet Spark safety ratings
2015 Chevrolet Spark 5 HB FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★Overall rating
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (17.9% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What Spark owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
This vehicle was serviced 3 different times. The first being a complete new transmission (so they said) being put in. A few days later same thing like it was running in limp mode. 2 nd trip back to a GM dealership(Same one) set for weeks. Called said it was fixed. Said the battery was dead. Charged…
Vehicle: 2015 Chevrolet Spark, odometer <79,000 miles Component that failed: Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) – pulley damage causing complete loss of propulsion.What happened: While driving, the vehicle suddenly lost all motive power with no ability to accelerate. The transmission would…
My 2015 Chevy Spark has had repeated transmission failures related to GM Special Coverage N192271110. The first failure happened in May 2024, I was driving on 1-25 when the transmission went out and I lost all speed and my car was in the shop for five months before I finally got it back in October…
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