Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2017 Chevrolet Spark. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Air Bag Deployment may Injure Neck/FMVSS 208
- Summary
- 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.
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Owner complaints (29)
29 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The power train is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 29 |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 9 | 31% |
| Service brakes | 8 | 27.6% |
| Air bags | 5 | 17.2% |
| Electrical system | 5 | 17.2% |
| Engine | 4 | 13.8% |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 10.3% |
| Unknown or other | 2 | 6.9% |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 3.4% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 3.4% |
| Seat belts | 1 | 3.4% |
How 2017 compares with other Spark years
Best and worst Spark years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 146 | 5 |
| 2014 | 172 | 6 |
| 2015 | 76 | 5 |
| 2016 | 28 | 1 |
| 2017 | 29 | 1 |
| 2018 | 9 | 0 |
| 2019 | 14 | 1 |
| 2020 | 19 | 0 |
| 2021 | 6 | 0 |
| 2022 | 3 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 33 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,050
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 268 g/mi
- EPA class
- Subcompact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 33 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 L 4-cyl · CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 / 38 / 33 | $2,050 | 268 |
| 1.4 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 / 38 / 33 | $2,050 | 271 |
| 1.4 L 4-cyl · CVT | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 / 37 / 33 | $2,050 | 269 |
| 1.4 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 / 37 / 32 | $2,100 | 278 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2017 Spark for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2017 Chevrolet Spark FAQ
How many recalls does the 2017 Chevrolet Spark have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 17V307000 (air bag). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2017 Chevrolet Spark problems?
Owners filed 29 complaints with NHTSA. Power train (9), Service brakes (8), Air bags (5) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2017 Chevrolet Spark get?
EPA rates the 1.4 L 4-cyl · CVT version at 30 city, 38 highway and 33 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2017 Spark compare with other years?
Among the 2013–2021 Chevrolet Spark model years at least five years old, the 2021 drew the fewest complaints (6) and the 2014 the most (172). The 2017 drew 29. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.