NHTSA owner reports · September 18, 2026 snapshot.
What owners actually said
76 reports18,000 miles · May 30, 2018
Wheels
I HAVE A 2015 CHEVY SPARK THE PROBLEM I AM HAVING IS WITH THE GOODYEAR TIRES. I HAVE TO CONSTANTLY PUT AIR IN THE TIRES AT LEAST ONCE A MONTH. NOW IT'S ONCE A WEEK. I HAD THESE TIRES FIXED FOR LEAKS. THESE ARE THE WORST TIRES EVER. MY LAST CHEVY I OWNED FOR TWENTY YEARS AND BOUGHT TIRES BECAUSE THEY WERE WORN OUT. ONLY TIME …
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I HAVE A 2015 CHEVY SPARK THE PROBLEM I AM HAVING IS WITH THE GOODYEAR TIRES. I HAVE TO CONSTANTLY PUT AIR IN THE TIRES AT LEAST ONCE A MONTH. NOW IT'S ONCE A WEEK. I HAD THESE TIRES FIXED FOR LEAKS. THESE ARE THE WORST TIRES EVER. MY LAST CHEVY I OWNED FOR TWENTY YEARS AND BOUGHT TIRES BECAUSE THEY WERE WORN OUT. ONLY TIME AIR WAS PUT IN THEM WAS WHEN THE OIL WAS CHANGED AND TIRES ROTATED THAT IS IF THEY NEEDED IT. THESE TIRES ON MY CAR A GARBAGE. NOW I MIGHT HAVE TO REPLACE THEM BECAUSE OF THIS PROBLEM. THESE TIRES ONLY HAVE 23000 MILES ON THEM. WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO ABOUT THIS PROBLEM? CHEVY OWNERS SHOULDN'T HAVE TO REPLACE THEM THIS SOON. I WILL NEVER BUY ANOTHER CHEVY BECAUSE OF THESE PROBLEMS. THE OLD CHEVY WERE MADE BETTER. THESE NEW CARS ARE MADE CRAPPY AND CHEAPLY. I LIKE CHEVYS OWNED A FEW OF THEM, NOW I RETHINKING THIS. WHAT IS GOING TO BE DONE ABOUT THIS PROBLEM? THIS PROBLEM STARTED IN 1/2016 TO PRESENT TIME. THANK YOU
NHTSA ODI #11098764
48,000 miles · Apr 10, 2018
SeatsVehicle Speed Control
SEATS - THE DRIVER SEAT BECOMES LOOSE RESULTING IN MOVING FORWARD WHILE PUTTING ON BREAKS OR BEGINNING TO ACCELERATE. SPEED CONTROL - THE VEHICLE TAKES A WHILE TO ACCELERATE AFTER BEING AT REST.
NHTSA ODI #11084408
60,000 miles · Oct 24, 2017
EngineFuel/propulsion SystemPower Train
THE TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT, STABILITY LIGHT AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET. ACCORDING TO THE DEALERSHIP IT IS HAVING RANDOM MISFIRES. THE DEALERSHIP IS WANTING ME TO PAY AROUND $350 TO HAVE THE CARBON CLEANED OUT BUT THEY CAN'T GUARANTEE THAT WILL FIX IT. THEY SAID MY WARRANTY DOESN'T CO…
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THE TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT, STABILITY LIGHT AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET. ACCORDING TO THE DEALERSHIP IT IS HAVING RANDOM MISFIRES. THE DEALERSHIP IS WANTING ME TO PAY AROUND $350 TO HAVE THE CARBON CLEANED OUT BUT THEY CAN'T GUARANTEE THAT WILL FIX IT. THEY SAID MY WARRANTY DOESN'T COVER IT. THEN I ASKED IF I GO THAT ROUTE AND IT DOESN'T FIX IT, WHAT THE NEXT STEP IS. THEY SAID TO TAKE THE ENGINE OUT AND CLEAN IT BY HAND, ROUGHLY $1000, AND THE WARRANTY DOESN'T COVER THAT EITHER. I AM NOT SATISFIED WITH THEIR RESPONSE AND AFTER READING PAGES AND PAGES OF THE SAME ISSUE IN FORUMS AND NO ONE MENTIONING THEY HAD TO GO THROUGH THESE STEPS HAS LEAD ME TO BELIEVE IT IS ONLY PUTTING A BANDAID ON THE ISSUE. I DIDN'T BUY THE EXTENDED WARRANTY JUST TO HAVE TO DOLE OUT HUNDREDS IF NOT THOUSANDS.
NHTSA ODI #11036060
4,100 miles · Sep 15, 2017
Fuel/propulsion System
YOU GET FUMES INSIDE. TRAVELING AT ALL SPEEDS.
NHTSA ODI #11023600
30,000 miles · Apr 14, 2017
Air Bags
ERROR CODE 95 RECEIVED FOR SERVICING AIRBAG
NHTSA ODI #10978597
7,000 miles · Dec 4, 2016
Engine
ENGINE LOSES SAFE ACCELERATION WITH AIR CONDITIONING ON, REACHES UNSAFE STALL CONDITIONS.
NHTSA ODI #10929838
7,000 miles · Dec 4, 2016
Engine
AIR CONDITIONING NOT IN COMPLIANCE AND RUNS UP TO 20 DEGREES HOTTER THAN OTHER CARS AND COULD CAUSE HEALTH ISSUES TO DRIVERS IN HOT CLIMATE. DOES NOT COOL CAR EVEN IN OPTIMUM HIGHWAY DRIVING. ENGINE LOSES SAFE ACCELERATION WITH AIR CONDITIONING ON, REACHES UNSAFE STALL CONDITIONS. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10929836
48,000 miles · Nov 30, 2016
Structure
THE BLACK PLASTIC TRIM ON THE DOORS APPEARS TO BE "MELTING" OFF THE CAR. THE TRIM FROM THE TOP OF THE DOOR IS ACTUALLY DROOPING IN A MELTING APPEARANCE. CONTACTED MY DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID THEY HAVE SEEN THIS WITH ALMOST EVERY SPARK THAT COMES IN FOR SERVICE; HOWEVER IT IS NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY. THE CAR IS PARKED IN A GARA…
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THE BLACK PLASTIC TRIM ON THE DOORS APPEARS TO BE "MELTING" OFF THE CAR. THE TRIM FROM THE TOP OF THE DOOR IS ACTUALLY DROOPING IN A MELTING APPEARANCE. CONTACTED MY DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID THEY HAVE SEEN THIS WITH ALMOST EVERY SPARK THAT COMES IN FOR SERVICE; HOWEVER IT IS NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY. THE CAR IS PARKED IN A GARAGE AND IS NOT EXPOSED TO EXTREME HEAT, ONLY NORMAL WEATHER CONDITIONS DURING THE DAY.
NHTSA ODI #10928720
8,800 miles · Nov 12, 2016
Power TrainUnknown Or Other
12 TRIPS TO DEALERSHIP, 70 DAYS IN SHOP, 5 DEALERSHIPS, 3 STATES. THE CAR CANNOT ACCELERATE TO SAFE SPEEDS FROM A COMPLETE STOP. OUR RAMPS ARE METERED AND THE CAR JUST WON'T GO, HAVE TO HAVE THE CAR SHIMMY BEFORE IT WILL GO AND THE FOOT ALL THE WAY DOWN TO THE FLOOR. GM STATES THAT THIS IS NORMAL. IT'S WORSE WHEN THE AC OR HEATE…
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12 TRIPS TO DEALERSHIP, 70 DAYS IN SHOP, 5 DEALERSHIPS, 3 STATES. THE CAR CANNOT ACCELERATE TO SAFE SPEEDS FROM A COMPLETE STOP. OUR RAMPS ARE METERED AND THE CAR JUST WON'T GO, HAVE TO HAVE THE CAR SHIMMY BEFORE IT WILL GO AND THE FOOT ALL THE WAY DOWN TO THE FLOOR. GM STATES THAT THIS IS NORMAL. IT'S WORSE WHEN THE AC OR HEATER WAS ON, GM RECOMMENDATION IS TO NOT DRIVE WITH AC OR HEATER ON AS IT MAKES THE CAR SEEM LIKE IT'S UNDER A HEAVY LOAD. ALSO SMELL EMITS FROM VENT THAT IS MAKING PEOPLE SICK. TOOK TO FIRE STATION AS THE SYMPTOMS PRESENT LIKE CARBON MONOXIDE. DEALERSHIPS HAVE CONFIRMED IT'S SOME SORT OF CHEMICAL BUT THEY DON'T KNOW WHAT IT IS. DOESN'T MATTER IF CAR IS BEING DRIVEN OR RUNNING WHILE SITTING STILL. FIRE DEPARTMENT SAID NO CO SO NOW LOOKING AT HAVING IT TESTED AT A AIR QUALITY LAB.
NHTSA ODI #10925592
16,000 miles · Oct 17, 2016
Electronic Stability Control (esc)
VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON STREET, GOING STRAIGHT, WHEN STEERING LOCKED UP AND CAR COULD NOT BE CONTROLLED. THIS RESULTED IN CAR GOING OFF IN A DITCH. SPEED WAS APPROXIMATELY 35MPH. RIGHT FRONT WHEEL LOCKED IN POSITION, AND NO CONTROL WAS POSSIBLE. THIS WAS APPROX. ONE-EIGHTH OF A MILE FROM HOME. CAR WAS BACKED OUT OF DITCH, …
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VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON STREET, GOING STRAIGHT, WHEN STEERING LOCKED UP AND CAR COULD NOT BE CONTROLLED. THIS RESULTED IN CAR GOING OFF IN A DITCH. SPEED WAS APPROXIMATELY 35MPH. RIGHT FRONT WHEEL LOCKED IN POSITION, AND NO CONTROL WAS POSSIBLE. THIS WAS APPROX. ONE-EIGHTH OF A MILE FROM HOME. CAR WAS BACKED OUT OF DITCH, AND VERY CAREFULLY AND SLOWLY DRIVEN HOME. FROM THERE IT WAS TOWED TO SAPAUGH CHEVROLET IN HERCULANEUM, MISSOURI. INSPECTION RESULTS HAVE BEEN INCONCLUSIVE. REPORTED TO GENERAL MOTORS. WE ARE NOW AFRAID TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI #10916542
Official recalls
5Aug 25, 2022
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark and 2014-2015 Chevrolet Spark EV vehicles. The secondary hood latch may corrode at the latch pivot, preventing the hood latch from properly engaging.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: A hood latch failure can result in the vehicle's hood opening unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the hood striker assembly and hood latch assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 12, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is A222359300. This recall supersedes and expands NHTSA recall number 14V-593. Vehicles previously repaired under 14V-593 will need to have the new remedy performed.
Jun 10, 2016
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax, and 2013-2015 Spark vehicles equipped with a Bring Your Own Media radio. The affected radios may fail to provide an audible warning chime when the driver fails to fasten their seatbelt or if the driver leaves the key in the ignition. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208 "Occupant Crash Protection" and 114 "Theft Protection."
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: Without audible indicators, the driver may not fasten their seatbelt, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 45340.
Additional source detail variants (2)
Electrical System:software
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax, and 2013-2015 Spark vehicles equipped with a Bring Your Own Media radio. The affected radios may fail to provide an audible warning chime when the driver fails to fasten their seatbelt or if the driver leaves the key in the ignition. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208 "Occupant Crash Protection" and 114 "Theft Protection."
Consequence: Without audible indicators, the driver may not fasten their seatbelt, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 45340.
Equipment:electrical:radio/tape Deck/cd Etc.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax, and 2013-2015 Spark vehicles equipped with a Bring Your Own Media radio. The affected radios may fail to provide an audible warning chime when the driver fails to fasten their seatbelt or if the driver leaves the key in the ignition. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208 "Occupant Crash Protection" and 114 "Theft Protection."
Consequence: Without audible indicators, the driver may not fasten their seatbelt, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 45340.
Apr 28, 2016
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax vehicles and 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles equipped with a Bring Your Own Media radio. The affected radios may fail to provide an audible warning chime when the driver, after turning off the ignition and leaving the key in the cylinder, waits 10 minutes or longer to open the door. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114 "Theft Protection."
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: Without audible indicators, the driver may leave the key in the ignition, increasing the risk of theft.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 17130.
Additional source detail variants (2)
Electrical System:software
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax vehicles and 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles equipped with a Bring Your Own Media radio. The affected radios may fail to provide an audible warning chime when the driver, after turning off the ignition and leaving the key in the cylinder, waits 10 minutes or longer to open the door. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114 "Theft Protection."
Consequence: Without audible indicators, the driver may leave the key in the ignition, increasing the risk of theft.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 17130.
Equipment:electrical:radio/tape Deck/cd Etc.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax vehicles and 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles equipped with a Bring Your Own Media radio. The affected radios may fail to provide an audible warning chime when the driver, after turning off the ignition and leaving the key in the cylinder, waits 10 minutes or longer to open the door. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114 "Theft Protection."
Consequence: Without audible indicators, the driver may leave the key in the ignition, increasing the risk of theft.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 17130.
Jun 30, 2015
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles manufactured April 30, 2014, to May 20, 2015, and 2015 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured June 18, 2014, to June 10, 2015. In the affected vehicles, equipped with the base radio and OnStar, the radio may lock up due to a software issue, causing the display to go blank and all audio functions to cease. Because of this, there may be no warning chimes such as the reminder to buckle the seat belt and the key being left in ignition when the driver goes to exit the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 208 "Occupant Crash Protection", and 114 "Theft Protection."
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: Without audible indicators, the driver may leave the key in the ignition, increasing the risk of theft. If a driver or front passenger does not buckle their seat belt, there would be no chime to remind them to fasten their seat belts. If a driver or passenger does not buckle their seat belt there is an increased risk that they will be injured in a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 15504.
Sep 24, 2014
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles manufactured January 17, 2012, to July 29, 2014. The secondary hood latch may prematurely corrode at the latch pivot causing the striker to get stuck out of position, preventing it from properly engaging the hood latch.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: 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 while driving, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the striker with a new part which has superior corrosion protection, free of charge. The recall began on January 7, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14456.
Model-level recall history does not show whether a particular VIN is affected or has received a repair. Check a VIN with NHTSA ↗
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