2016 Chevrolet Spark Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2016 Chevrolet Spark recalls

Most common 2016 Chevrolet Spark problems

Problem areas named in the 28 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes	10
Unknown Or Other	5
Electrical System	5
Power Train	4
Visibility/Wiper	2
Engine	2
Steering	2
Air Bags	2
Fuel/Propulsion System	2
Exterior Lighting	1

What owners report

2025-12-10, Electrical System
While driving in early 2025, my 2016 Chevrolet Spark EV suddenly lost all ability to accelerate. The vehicle remained powered on but would not respond to the accelerator, and I was unable to fully shut it off. This created a safety hazard because I could not properly control or secure the vehicle, and it required towing. I replaced the 12V battery at my own expense. The issue briefly disappeared, but the same failure occurred again within weeks. The replacement 12V battery also failed to hold a charge, indicating the problem was not related to the 12V system. I brought the vehicle to Harbor Chevrolet. Their technicians confirmed the problem was caused by a failure of the high-voltage batte

2025-05-11, Unknown Or Other
I am the owner of a 2016 Spark EV, and the driver was my family member. The vehicle was charged and had a remaining driving range of 51 miles when the vehicle suddenly shut down on a major city road without any prior warning or symptoms of a problem. The vehicle did not restart immediately, and other drivers behind had to push the vehicle to the side of the road. The driver experienced the shutdown of the vehicle while driving again on another day. Since the sudden shutdown of the propulsion power while driving happened without any prior warning light, message, or symptom, the incident could put the safety of the driver and others at risk, especially if the shutdown happened at a higher spe

2023-10-20, Air Bags
The contact owned a 2016 Chevrolet Spark. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle was T-bone crashed into on the driver's side by a second vehicle. During the crash, the driver-side curtain air bags did not immediately deploy. The contact indicated that the air bag deployed approximately one minute after the crash had occurred. The driver sustained torso bruises and lower back pain which later required medical treatment. A Police report was taken at the scene. The vehicle was destroyed and towed away. The manufacturer was not yet notified of the failure. The local dealer was contacted but no assistance was offered. The contact was informed of the incomplete re

2023-10-09, Service Brakes
I was driving downhill with the car in L on a highway and brakes failed. I could not engage the brakes at all but somehow the car slowed to a stop and I managed to pull into a parking spot and park. Two lights came on: Service Intellitrak and Service Brake Assist. The car has been inspected by the Chevrolet dealership that sold the car to me as well as an independant shop. One technician at the Chevrolet dealership reported he got zero brake pressure and claims that the car needs a new brake pressure modulator. The independant shop reported that they could not replicate the poor brake performance. Two technicians from this shop reported that the car is working as intended.

2022-07-20, Power Train
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Spark. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the transmission was slipping, and the cruise control was not operating correctly. Additionally, the RPM was elevated with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and diagnosed; however, no failure was determined. The contact stated that the transmission fluid was flushed and replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 85,000.

2016 Chevrolet Spark questions

Does the 2016 Chevrolet Spark have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2016 Chevrolet Spark: Passenger airbag can injure unbelted child's neck. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Chevrolet Spark?

Based on 28 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (10), Unknown Or Other (5), Electrical System (5).

How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Chevrolet Spark has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.