2016 Audi A3 vs 2016 Chevrolet Spark
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Audi A3 | 2016 Chevrolet Spark |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 81 | 28 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 487 | 754 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27 | 33–119 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A3 | Chevrolet Spark |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 36 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 15 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 16 | 2 |
| Engine | 9 | 2 |
| Power Train | 6 | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 0 | 10 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 8 | 0 |
2016 Audi A3
2016 Chevrolet Spark
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.