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NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD

2021 Chevrolet Spark

Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.

0Recalls
6Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE CHEVROLET SPARK

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.

VERDICT

The 2021 Chevrolet Spark has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 6 owner complaints on file, giving it a light recall and complaint burden.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

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

No vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 Chevrolet Spark at NHTSA as of 2026-07-02. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the safety score.

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

6 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

2reported crash
0reported fire
3reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsAir Bags 2Engine 2Fuel/Propulsion System 2Electrical System 1Steering 1Power Train 1

Other Spark years

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings, recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Chevrolet Spark 2021. Methodology · Disclosure