2015 Chevrolet Spark Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 2015 Chevrolet Spark has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 77 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 1 fire, 8 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Power Train (26 reports).

5Recalls
77Owner complaints
4Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2015 Chevrolet Spark recalls

Hood May Open Unexpectedly While Driving

Recall 22V640Aug 25, 2022120,688 vehicles affected

The secondary hood latch can corrode at its pivot point, which may stop the latch from engaging properly.

Radio May Not Chime for Unbuckled Seatbelt or Key Left In

Recall 16V422Jun 10, 201618,780 vehicles affected

Certain Chevrolet vehicles with a Bring Your Own Media radio may fail to sound the audible warning chime when the driver is not wearing a seatbelt or when the key is left in the ignition.

Missing key warning chime can raise theft risk

Recall 16V257Apr 28, 2016317,572 vehicles affected

Some 2013-2016 Chevrolet Sonic and Trax and 2013-2015 Chevrolet Spark vehicles with a Bring Your Own Media radio may not sound the audible warning chime when the key is left in the ignition after the ignition is turned off and the driver waits 10 minutes or longer before opening the door.

Radio May Freeze, Silencing Seat Belt and Key Chimes

Recall 15V416Jun 30, 201545,785 vehicles affected

The car's radio can lock up because of a software problem.

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch

Recall 14V593Sep 24, 201489,294 vehicles affected

Most common 2015 Chevrolet Spark problems

Problem areas named in the 77 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Power Train26
Engine11
Electrical System9
Fuel/Propulsion System7
Vehicle Speed Control7
Unknown Or Other6
Air Bags5
Structure4
Service Brakes4
Latches/Locks/Linkages4

What owners report

2026-10-16, Power Train
This vehicle was serviced 3 different times. The first being a complete new transmission (so they said) being put in. A few days later same thing like it was running in limp mode. 2 nd trip back to a GM dealership(Same one) set for weeks. Called said it was fixed. Said the battery was dead. Charged me for a new battery. Same thing git home started jerking very unsafe. Cleared GM Corporate. They said they would contact the dealership for another assessment. This time they charged me for a Mass Sir Flow repair. Started home. Same exact thing. Called GM today and they said take it back. I said not there. They said for me to tow it to another dealership on my dime. At this point I called the WV
2026-03-17, Engine And Engine Cooling
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Spark. The vehicle was purchased from a private seller. The contact became nauseated after driving the vehicle for the second time. The contact’s throat, chest, and eyes hurt, and his head was pulsating; the contact was unable to think clearly. No medical attention was received. The contact used an air quality meter to test the inside of the vehicle, which showed "Seriously bad air quality,” but there was no odor inside the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact stated that the vehicle had not been driven since experiencing the symptoms. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The
2026-01-12, Vehicle Speed Control
INCIDENT SUMMARY In February 2025, while driving on the freeway, my vehicle experienced a sudden and complete loss of power. The battery rapidly depleted without warning, causing the vehicle to decelerate dangerously in moving traffic. A Stabilitrak warning appeared on the display. I was fortunate to reach the shoulder safely, but this failure created an extremely hazardous situation that could have resulted in serious injury or death. Following this incident, the vehicle became completely inoperable and required towing to Stewart Chevrolet for diagnosis. DEALERSHIP DIAGNOSIS Stewart Chevrolet performed a diagnostic evaluation (cost: $700) and provided the following official findings: Proble
2025-11-22, Power Train
Vehicle: 2015 Chevrolet Spark, odometer <79,000 miles Component that failed: Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) – pulley damage causing complete loss of propulsion.What happened: While driving, the vehicle suddenly lost all motive power with no ability to accelerate. The transmission would not engage in any gear and the car became inoperable in traffic. This is the exact failure described in GM Special Coverage Bulletin N192271110 (pulley damage in 2014–2015 Spark CVT). Safety risk: Complete and unexpected loss of propulsion created an immediate safety hazard. The vehicle could not accelerate from a stop or maintain speed, placing my 15-year-old son and other motorists at risk of r
2025-11-19, Engine
This report concerns a known CVT defect and subsequent TCM failure that left the vehicle unsafe and inoperable. The vehicle suffered internal CVT failure consistent with GM Special Coverage N192271110. After the first transmission failed in May 2024 (and the second time October 5 2025), the TCM failed again shortly after the second failure—consistent with GM Preliminary Information Bulletin PIP5525A. Critical Safety Details: Both failures occurred while driving on highways with heavy traffic, where speed limits were 75 mph. On each occasion, the vehicle lost power and became unable to accelerate safely, presenting a serious safety risk to me and other drivers. GM is refusing coverage despi

2015 Chevrolet Spark questions

Does the 2015 Chevrolet Spark have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2015 Chevrolet Spark: Hood May Open Unexpectedly While Driving; Radio May Not Chime for Unbuckled Seatbelt or Key Left In; Missing key warning chime can raise theft risk; Radio May Freeze, Silencing Seat Belt and Key Chimes; Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Chevrolet Spark?

Based on 77 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (26), Engine (11), Electrical System (9).

How do I check if a recall on my 2015 Chevrolet Spark has been fixed?

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