1 recallRisk Grade: BMost severe issue:High Priority
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2016 CHEVROLET Spark · 1 recorded campaigns · Prepared 2026-11-08
Model-year records do not confirm VIN eligibility or completed repairs. Ask your dealer to check your VIN and the original filing's safety instructions.
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NHTSA Campaign
OEM Recall
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17V307000
17199
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
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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 Protection."
Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash with a frontal air bag deployment, an unbelted child in the front passenger seat has an increased risk of injury.
Free 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.
What is the overall risk grade for the 2016 CHEVROLET Spark?
The 2016 CHEVROLET Spark has a risk grade of B. This grade is calculated from 1 NHTSA safety recalls, weighted by severity, recency, and temporal decay. Grades range from A+ (excellent) to F (avoid).
How many safety recalls does the 2016 CHEVROLET Spark have?
The 2016 CHEVROLET Spark has 1 known safety recall on record. All recalls are repaired free of charge at authorized dealerships.
What is the most severe recall for the 2016 CHEVROLET Spark?
The most severe recall for the 2016 CHEVROLET Spark is classified as high. This indicates a serious safety concern that should be addressed promptly.
Is the 2016 CHEVROLET Spark safe to drive?
This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.
What is the AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE recall for the 2016 CHEVROLET Spark? (Campaign #17V307000)
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 Protection." In the event of a crash with a frontal air bag deployment, an unbelted child in the front passenger seat has an increased risk of injury. 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.
