2017 Chevrolet Spark
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission & Drivetrain leads by volume: 9 of 29 complaints (31%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (5) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 42 in 2016 to 29 in 2017.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | vs. 2017 Subcompact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 1,850–1,900 | 1,850–1,900 | 1,900–1,950 | 1,900–1,950 | 1,900–1,950 | |
| Combined MPG | 33–34 | 33–34 | 32–33 | 32–33 | 32–33 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 30–31 / 37–38 | 30–31 / 39–40 | 29–30 / 37–38 | 29–30 / 37–39 | 29–30 / 37–38 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 264–270 | 259–266 | 268–278 | 267–278 | 271–278 | |
| Complaints filed | 83 | 42 | 29 | 9 | 14 | |
| Recalls issued | 7 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 4 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 4 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 8 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 3 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2017 Chevrolet Spark have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2017 Chevrolet Spark?
Transmission & Drivetrain: 9 of 29 NHTSA complaints (31%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Chevrolet Spark get?
EPA rates it 32–33 MPG combined across 4 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2017 Chevrolet Spark?
EPA estimates $1,900–$1,950 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 1.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Subcompact Cars | 30 mpg (high) | 38 mpg (high) | 33 mpg (high) | $1,900 (low) | 268 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 1.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Subcompact Cars | 29 mpg (low) | 38 mpg (high) | 33 mpg (high) | $1,900 (low) | 271 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4 | 1.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Subcompact Cars | 30 mpg (high) | 37 mpg (low) | 33 mpg (high) | $1,900 (low) | 269 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 1.4L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Subcompact Cars | 29 mpg (low) | 37 mpg (low) | 32 mpg (low) | $1,950 (high) | 278 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 8 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 6 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE · Campaign 17V307000 · May 11, 2017
Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Chevrolet Spark vehicles. In the event of a crash, if a young child is seated improperly and not wearing a seat belt while in the front passenger seat, deployment of the front passenger air bag may injure the occupant's neck. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: In the event of a crash with a frontal air bag deployment, an unbelted child in the front passenger seat has an increased risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag module, free of charge. The recall began July 5, 2017. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 17199.