2019 CHEVROLET SPARK — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

18

Owner Complaints

5 Crashes

1

Recall

ACTIVE RECALL

13

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2019 CHEVROLET SPARK

The 2019 CHEVROLET SPARK has received a total of 18 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE, AIR BAGS. 13 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Air Bags (7 complaints), Power Train (2 complaints), and Service Brakes (2 complaints).

Recalls for the 2019 CHEVROLET SPARK

NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2019 CHEVROLET SPARK, potentially affecting up to 24 vehicles.

Recall 18V774000 — AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE

| 12 vehicles affected

Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Buick Encore, Chevrolet Spark, Traverse, and Trax vehicles. The Sensing Diagnostic Module (SDM) on these vehicle may not have been turned off of "manufacturing mode," preventing the air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.

Consequence: If the air bags do not deploy in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the SDM module to the correct mode, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number...

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Recall 18V774000 — AIR BAGS

| 12 vehicles affected

Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Buick Encore, Chevrolet Spark, Traverse, and Trax vehicles. The Sensing Diagnostic Module (SDM) on these vehicle may not have been turned off of "manufacturing mode," preventing the air bags from deploying in the event of a crash.

Consequence: If the air bags do not deploy in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the SDM module to the correct mode, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number...

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Owner Complaints for the 2019 CHEVROLET SPARK

18 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2019 CHEVROLET SPARK. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Most Recent Complaints

#11657335 | AIR BAGS | | 130,000 miles Crash 1 Injury
The contact owned a 2019 Chevrolet Spark. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 50 MPH, the contact had lost consciousness. The contact stated that an emergency services vehicle was behind her and had observed her go through an intersection, crash through and guardrail, and roll down an embankment. The contact was removed from the vehicle, still unconscious, and transported to the hospital by ambulance. The contact stated that she had bruising on her sternum, ribs, and arms. The contact stated she was not advised about why she had lost consciousness. The contact stated that the vehicle had been towed to an impound lot and her insurance provider had written the vehicle off as a total loss. The contact had been advised by a police officer that her driver's side air bags had not deployed. The contact was not sure that a police report had been issued. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
#11640960 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | | N/A miles
Car is hesitating alot from a stop and has locked up. Engine light came on. Had it diagnosed and the codes came up Transmission control module (Tcm). Cant find the part and the ine i did find was 800. It's only 6 years old and should not have Transmission problems and be locking up on me.
#11615655 | POWER TRAIN | | N/A miles
I have a 2019 Chevy Spark after doing research it appears that the Spark has a high transmission failure
#11528223 | AIR BAGS | | N/A miles
Friday morning, on June 16th I went out to start my car and I noticed an I code 95 on my dashboard. It also showed my ABS light, traction light, and airbag/seatbelt light. When I researched the I code 95 it said that my car had been in an accident and the airbag and seatbelt needs to be replaced. When I came home the previous night on June 15th there were no lights showing on my dashboard and I hadn't been in an accident. I also had pulled into my designated parking spot with my front tires facing the curb. When I checked my car I noticed no dents or scratches on my car. I then went to Bob Hook Chevrolet which is the dealership where I purchased my car, and they ran a quick diagnostic with one of those sensors that you plug into your car. Upon review, the technician said there was probably an error in the sensor, and that the results showed that my passenger side sensor was malfunctioning for the airbag and the sensor on the right front bumper was causing my ABS and traction light to come on. The technician tried to reset the lights but they immediately came back on. He said he wasn't sure why the lights came back on considering that I hadn't been in an accident. This jeopardizes my safety and my passenger's safety. If I did get in a car accident my passenger would be unprotected because the airbag doesn't work. I would also be unprotected if my wheel decide to lock up during an accident. This could cause me to skid off the road. Also, it is summertime so it rains at least once every two weeks. My car is already small so I have less friction and gravity to help keep all fours wheel grounded. Anytime it rains I'm scared that my car may start to skid because the traction system isn't working. And again if the traction isn't working and I do start to skid my ABS cant help me because the sensor is malfunctioning. I get regular oil changes and do winter and summer maintenance inspections. They never noticed anything wrong with my car. There we no warning signs.
Friday morning, on June 16th I went out to start my car and I noticed an I code 95 on my dashboard. It also showed my ABS light, traction light, and airbag/seatbelt light. When I researched the I code 95 it said that my car had been in an accident and the airbag and seatbelt needs to be replaced. When I came home the previous night on June 15th there were no lights showing on my dashboard and I hadn't been in an accident. I also had pulled into my designated parking spot with my front tires facing the curb. When I checked my car I noticed no dents or scratches on my car. I then went to Bob Hook Chevrolet which is the dealership where I purchased my car, and they ran a quick diagnostic with one of those sensors that you plug into your car. Upon review, the technician said there was probably an error in the sensor, and that the results showed that my passenger side sensor was malfunctioning for the airbag and the sensor on the right front bumper was causing my ABS and traction light to come on. The technician tried to reset the lights but they immediately came back on. He said he wasn't sure why the lights came back on considering that I hadn't been in an accident. This jeopardizes my safety and my passenger's safety. If I did get in a car accident my passenger would be unprotected because the airbag doesn't work. I would also be unprotected if my wheel decide to lock up during an accident. This could cause me to skid off the road. Also, it is summertime so it rains at least once every two weeks. My car is already small so I have less friction and gravity to help keep all fours wheel grounded. Anytime it rains I'm scared that my car may start to skid because the traction system isn't working. And again if the traction isn't working and I do start to skid my ABS cant help me because the sensor is malfunctioning. I get regular oil changes and do winter and summer maintenance inspections. They never noticed anything wrong with my car. There we no warning signs.

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Safety Rating for the 2019 CHEVROLET SPARK

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2019 CHEVROLET SPARK in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2019 CHEVROLET SPARK

General Motors, LLC has issued 13 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2019 CHEVROLET SPARK. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

PIC5704H — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that had the Brake Pressure Modulator Valve now Diagnostic Trouble Code C0131 is set current. Technician should remove Brake Pressure Modulator Valve assembly and inspect the brake pressure sensor assembly to ensure all shipping material has been removed before...

PIC6462A — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Preliminary Information communicates Information on diagnosing HVAC mode control cable issues.

19NA053 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the trans fluid pressure switch to correct Transmission Operation Concerns or Lack of Performance, MIL Illuminated.

20NA024 — EQUIPMENT

This informational bulletin provides a information and diagnostic steps/tips for vehicles that are slow to heat up in cold temperatures.

18NA279 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on the process to disable and enable passive unlocking.

080730035D — POWER TRAIN

This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.

19NA053 — POWER TRAIN

This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the trans fluid pressure switch to correct Transmission Operation Concerns or Lack of Performance, MIL Illuminated.

19NA053 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the trans fluid pressure switch to correct Transmission Operation Concerns or Lack of Performance, MIL Illuminated.

19NA053 — EQUIPMENT

This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the trans fluid pressure switch to correct Transmission Operation Concerns or Lack of Performance, MIL Illuminated.

110849001Z — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

This bulletin provides information on the Transport Mode On Message Being Displayed in the Driver Information Center (DIC) and/or Battery Light is Flashing and the procedures to turn the Transport Mode message ON and OFF.

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NHTSA Investigations for the 2019 CHEVROLET SPARK

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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