Model year guide

2017 Chevrolet Spark

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2017 Chevrolet Spark is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 13 on record.

2017 Chevrolet Spark — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2017 Chevrolet Spark at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints27
Combined33 mpg
Typical price$10,455

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2017 Chevrolet Spark recalls 1

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #17V307000 · 09/05/2017

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 Protec…

Fix: 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.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2017 Chevrolet Spark common problems

Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Seats
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2017 Chevrolet Spark MPG & running costs

Combined33 mpg
City30 mpg
Highway38 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,050

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2017 Chevrolet Spark worth?

Low
$8,900
Typical price
$10,455
High
$13,599

From 7 comparable 2017 Chevrolet Spark listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Chevrolet Spark costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$10,250
Depreciation (5 yrs)$3,400
Total$13,650
Per mile$0.18

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($10,455) with the same model 4 model-years older ($7,721), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2017 Chevrolet Spark trims & engines on record

Trims
LS · 1LT (LT) · ACTIV
Engines
1.4L 4-cyl

2017 Chevrolet Spark vehicles on record

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Other Chevrolet Spark model years

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2017 Chevrolet Spark — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Chevrolet Spark have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2017 Chevrolet Spark. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Chevrolet Spark?

Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are power train, service brakes, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2017 Chevrolet Spark get?

The 2017 Chevrolet Spark has a U.S. EPA estimate of 33 mpg combined (30 city / 38 highway).

How much is a 2017 Chevrolet Spark worth?

Comparable 2017 Chevrolet Spark listings run roughly $8,900–$13,599, typically around $10,455 (from 7 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.