NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2019 Chevrolet Spark
Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The Chevrolet Spark is a subcompact hatchback aimed squarely at budget-conscious urban drivers and first-time car buyers who prioritize low cost of entry and easy city maneuverability over outright performance. Slotting in at the very bottom of the passenger-car market, the Spark competes in one of the most price-sensitive segments on the lot, and that positioning has real implications for how it fares on the safety front.
The 2019 Chevrolet Spark has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 1 recall and 14 owner complaints on file, giving it a light recall and complaint burden.
- shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
Reviewers generally find the Spark acceptable as a stripped-down urban runabout, praising its compact footprint and ease of parking in tight city environments. Most note that the interior materials and overall refinement reflect the car's entry-level price point, with modest comfort on longer drives. Driving dynamics are described as adequate for low-speed urban use rather than engaging, and value is seen as highly dependent on the buyer's specific, limited needs.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
AIR BAGS18V774000
Risk: If the air bags do not deploy in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the SDM module to the correct mode, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18365.
Reported 2018-11-01
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
14 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.