2019 Chevrolet Spark Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Chevrolet Spark.

20182020
Complaints
18
Crashes
5
Fires
0
Injuries
4
Fatalities
—
Recalls
1

Worst 2019 Chevrolet Spark Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#17 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:49,834 mi
Crash-related:4
#22 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

#32 complaints

Brakes

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Chevrolet Spark.

Airbags
7
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
—
Avg Miles
49,834
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical Faults
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2019 Chevrolet Spark. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Recalls for 2019 Chevrolet Spark

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~12 vehicles.

18V774000Air Bags: Air Bag/restraint Control Module · Airbags
~12 affected

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Buick Encore, Chevrolet Spark, Traverse, and Trax vehicles. The Sensing Diagnostic Module (SDM) on these vehicle may not have been turned off of "manufacturing mode," preventing the air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.

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2019 Chevrolet Spark — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2019 Chevrolet Spark reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2019 Chevrolet Spark has 18 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Airbags with 7 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2019 Chevrolet Spark?
Top reported problems: Airbags (7 complaints, avg 49,834 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (2 complaints); Brakes (2 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Chevrolet Spark?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 49,834 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2019 Chevrolet Spark?
NHTSA complaints for the 2019 Chevrolet Spark include 5 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 4 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2019 Chevrolet Spark have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 12 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2019 Chevrolet Spark?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Spark reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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