2018 Chevrolet Spark: common problems and reliability

The 2018 Chevrolet Spark has 8 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are vehicle speed control and engine. Owners most often flag cvt transmission failure — complete failure requiring replacement, reported around 120,000-140,000 miles; some instances of replacement units failing again shortly thereafter. frequency: recurrent.

Safety record for the 2018 model year

8
Owner complaints
0
Recalls
0
Crash reports
0
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2018 Chevrolet Spark vehicles (US, public record).

Where owners report problems

vehicle speed control
3
engine
3
service brakes
3
power train
2
fuel/propulsion system
2

What owners say across generations

Sentiment is sharply divided, with a clear distinction between positive experiences with well-maintained examples and severe criticism focused on catastrophic transmission failures. A cohort of owners praises the Spark as a practical, fuel-efficient, and surpr

  • CVT transmission failure — Complete failure requiring replacement, reported around 120,000-140,000 miles; some instances of replacement units failing again shortly thereafter. Frequency: recurrent.
  • General reliability concerns — Broader perception of unreliability and frequent breakdowns beyond just the transmission, leading to consistent repair costs. Frequency: recurrent.

Owner insights cover all generations of the Spark.

Typical used price

Used Spark listings typically run $9,979–$12,385 across 2014 to 2022 model years.

Other Spark model years

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