2015 Chevrolet Spark engine problems
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2015 Chevrolet Spark — 14% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“This report concerns a known CVT defect and subsequent TCM failure that left the vehicle unsafe and inoperable. The vehicle suffered internal CVT failure consistent with GM Special Coverage N192271110. After the first transmission failed in May 2024 (and the second time October 5 2025), the TCM…”
filed Nov 19, 2025
“Vehicle began slipping out of gear between 1st & 2nd, then started losing power at 74,760 miles. Extended service coverage has been issued for model for CVT transmission pulley system, however only covers 10 years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. Mine apparently timed out in February, so…”
filed Oct 23, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine problems in other Spark years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Spark | 3 | 16% |
| 2017 Spark | 4 | 14% |
| 2016 Spark | 2 | 7% |
| 2014 Spark | 50 | 29% |
| 2013 Spark | 35 | 24% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2015 Chevrolet Spark
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.