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2015 Chevrolet Spark Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 18 Engine complaints for the 2015 Chevrolet Spark, 24% of its 76 total complaints for the year. There are no related recalls, and reported failures cluster around stalling, misfires, and sudden power loss, with a median mileage at failure of 35,582.

Engine complaints
18
24% of 76
Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
3
Median mileage
35,582 mi
Related recalls
0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

  • Owners report the engine stalling or shutting off unexpectedly while driving, including during turns and at stoplights, with no warning light before the failure.
  • Some owners describe sudden loss of acceleration or unsafe stalling when the air conditioning is running, with the AC also blowing noticeably warmer air than expected.
  • Random engine misfires trigger the check engine, traction control, and stability lights together, sometimes tied to carbon buildup issues per dealership feedback.
  • Several complaints describe transmission slipping, hesitation on acceleration accompanied by a squeaking noise, or jolting forward after repeated attempts to move.
  • One owner reported a coolant reservoir leak at the return hose caused by a weak spot in the tank, leading to low coolant levels.
  • A few recent complaints describe sudden power loss with the Reduced Engine Power and Stabilitrak lights illuminating together, referencing diagnostic code P2138.

When 2015 Chevrolet Spark engine complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 9, 2016, latest Mar 17, 2026.

2015 Chevrolet Spark engine complaints: complaints filed per month2Aug 2016Apr 2018Feb 2020Oct 2022Jul 2025Jan 2026
18 complaints filed with NHTSA from Aug 2016 to Mar 2026; peak Dec 2016 (2).

Engine recalls for the 2015 Chevrolet Spark

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by Spark model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 201352 (36%)
  2. 201467 (39%)
  3. 201518 (24%)
  4. 20162 (7%)
  5. 20175 (17%)
  6. 20184 (44%)
  7. 20192 (14%)
  8. 20203 (16%)
  9. 20212 (33%)
  10. 20220 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many engine complaints does the 2015 Chevrolet Spark have?
NHTSA lists 18 Engine complaints for the 2015 Spark, which is 24% of the 76 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2015 Chevrolet Spark engine or transmission?
The data shows no related recalls listed for this Engine complaint category, despite some owner mentions of a possible transmission recall.
At what mileage do 2015 Spark engine problems typically show up?
The median mileage at failure among reported cases is 35,582 miles.
Were there any crashes or injuries linked to these engine complaints?
Yes, NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 3 injuries associated with the 18 Engine complaints for the 2015 Spark, and no fires.
How does the 2015 Spark compare to other years for engine complaints?
The 2015 Spark's 18 engine complaints and 24% share are lower than the 2013 (52 complaints, 36%) and 2014 (67 complaints, 39%) model years, but higher than most years from 2016 onward.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.