Chevrolet Spark EV Problems by Year
NHTSA has 25 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the Chevrolet Spark EV, across 4 model years (2014–2017). The 2016 model year has the most complaints (14). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes.
Chevrolet Spark EV years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Spark EV model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2016 Spark EV: 14 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2015 Spark EV: 7 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2014 Spark EV: 4 complaints, 3 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Chevrolet Spark EV problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 18 | 3 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Chevrolet Spark EV model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Spark EV | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 2016 Spark EV | 14 | 2 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2015 Spark EV | 7 | 3 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2014 Spark EV | 4 | 3 | — | Service Brakes |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Chevrolet Spark EV years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2016 (14), 2015 (7), 2014 (4). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Chevrolet Spark EV?
Service Brakes, with 18 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Spark EV have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.