Chevy Cobalt Reviews

I've had nothing but problem after problem with this car I purchased my car from CarMax Roseville and for a minute I thought CarMax was Salinger bad cars but after reading these reviews my car has all the same issues as everyone else's. It's stopped twice on me on freeway road in the middle of tragic with my 3 year old son and mom in the car and my brother-in-law and sister-in-law. I have a warranty and I have gotten so many repairs done on it and still can not determine why the car is cutting off randomly. I owe 11,299$ on this car and haven't even had it for a year yet...

I also have the power steering light problem. Losing power, can't steer, trans chugs, ended up in someone's front yard. Replaced power steering motor and module and same thing happened 5 minutes later. Car just sits in garage now. I reported it to NHTSA. That's what we all need to do and it may get taken care of. THE # IS 8883274236.

I came on here to read about complaints about Chevy Cobalts to see if any matched what has been going on with my car and sure enough I have read several complaints that relate. I have a 2010 Cobalt that I bought brand new. The minute I drove off with it I realized it was cheaply made. I did have problems with the ignition before the recall where I went somewhere and I could not shut the car off or get the key out of the ignition, I had to leave the car running while I went into my doctors appt. I brought it to the dealer and they supposedly fixed it and I didn't really have any other issues with it but a year later the recall came out and the had me go back in to change it out, this happened just a few months ago.

I purchased a 2005 Chevy Cobalt in 2009 and I have had problem after problem. The check engine light came on. I went and got a diagnostic from AAMCO and it read a transmission code and it was told to me the tranny was slipping so I spent $2800 on a rebuilt tranny. A couple months passed and the check engine, traction control and power steering warnings came on and locked up. Took it to the dealer to do a diagnostic and they found nothing wrong but just a clicking sound from the transmission and to take it back to AAMCO. I did just that and AAMCO said that I had other complications. I've got everything done and it's STILL cutting off and locking up on me OMG! How do you fix a problem that looks like it can't be fixed?? I'm tired of getting the run around, wasting gas, and the issue is not being fixed! All of the recalls have been repaired and the issue is still not resolved.

Ok I bought my 2005 chevy cobalt ls coupe about 5 months ago from a dealer. Since then my front end has been making a knocking sound every time I hit a bump. I took the car to the garage 5 times and they keep telling me nothing is wrong. I've had my power steering light come on multiple times and it feels like my steering wheel locks up sometimes but again the gm garage told me there's nothing wrong. My driver's door has issues latching. Then on top of it all now my motor is making a clicking sound when the rpms goes up past 2. Does anyone know what could be wrong with it? I've only had the car for 5 months and it only has 89k miles.

I have an 07" Cobalt, and every time I drive in the Rain, or through Puddles, it starts Running extremely bad, and Shakes. It also has Gas Spewing from the Tailpipe when this Occurs. I've taken it to the Dealership, and other Shops, and they have no clue how water is Entering the Fuel line.

I have a 2006 Chevy Cobalt. There were multiple recall notices that I received last year (2014) that I had taken care of during the inspection. One, in particular, was regarding the ignition. GM claimed that it was caused by "heavy" keychains. I do not have any keys or decorations attached to my car key and never have. I assumed this was corrected by the recall notice.

My keys get stuck in the ignition switch and I have to wait 45 minutes to get the keys out and start my car.

I am very upset with GM. Our car still even though they fixed the ignition key and they told me they had replaced the power steering motor in 2011 still having that problem with the steering wheel and the battery dying on us. We just bought the battery this month and it died the first night we put it. We bought another power steering motor and still it is doing the same thing. Not able to drive it because of the steering wheel getting real hard and we cannot turn it at all.

I bought my Chevy Cobalt 2005 in 2013 and during the summer I had my first lost of power steering in a parking lot. The steering wheel stiffen up and I couldn't move it, the light on the dashboard came up with a clunking noise. Rattling was coming from my gear maneuver and it was hard to have control over my car. I took it to my (non GM) dealership he couldn't find the problem because the power steering wheel wasn't acting up when I took it to him. So next time it happen I took a video of it to show my mechanic what it does when it happens. It only occurs during the Summer when it's hot. Once I did research I found out it was the Electric Power Steering recall. So I took it to a Chevrolet dealership, he said he could not find the problem and said it was due to my cigar lighter fuse. I found that unbelievable and that was NOT the problem.

I purchased this 2006 Chevy Cobalt in July of 2014. In December of 2014, I noticed the smell of gasoline emitting from my car. Over the course of a couple of weeks the smell progressively got worse & worse. I did research on what was happening to see what the issue may be & I found that others were having the same issue & it was the fuel pump modulator. It was a part that was recalled in 15 states (Massachusetts not being one of them). I brought the car to my mechanic on 12/30/2014 & made him aware of my research and what I had discovered. A few hours later, he called and confirmed that it was indeed the above mentioned part and that it would be close to $500.00 to fix.

2006 chevy cobalt - Last year they sent me a recall on the ignition switch. The car locked up 4 times. The last one I hit a tree. Me and my daughter got injured. They said "bring it in." They gave me a loaner and I had a lawyer picked it up. It kepted locking up and stalling out. Took it back 12 time. It's still worse. There's been a lot of deaths and injuries. Can you please help?

I'm sitting at Brown Daub getting my car checked for service air bag light. Last year I had the recall dealt with. Now my light is on. I did take my car to the mechanic I usually go to to check it out. He said to take it back to the dealer - this is to do with what they did with the ignition recall they did. Well 106 dollars just for these people to look at my car and they are strongly trying to say this is not the case. My car since this light came on 2 days ago has been having problems starting.. I'm not a happy camper at all. This car has been nothing but problems from day 1 (bought this car brand new in 2008). It has 105,000 miles on it because I drive 30mins daily to work and from work. I'm afraid to drive it now on 78. I'm about to get up and look at different cars.. Has anyone had this problem?

Cobalt 2006 - There has been more than 3 times my car has lost power and stopped. Luckily I had been not going fast. I have had all the recalls done, after the ignition one was done now my key won't come out of the ignition, had to use the button under the steering wheel to get the key out, but no that is not part of the steering wheel they say, it is part of the shifter. Now the reduced engine light comes on and I lose power, I have had parts replaced like the ignition coil twice in 3 months time - faulty equipment they say.

OK I have a ‘06 Cobalt Lt automatic trans. Check engine light is on. Doesn't go off computer. Reads 02 sensor bank 1 sensor 1, I've had it replaced twice. All recalls up to date, still reads 02 sensor. Tail pipe black from burning gas and I'm losing oil somewhere along the line as well. No visible oil leaks. My car sometimes dies as well when I put it in park, starts idling rough then dies. Any ideas what this all could be? I'm not made of money. I can't afford to fill up on gas twice a week.

I had the ignition on my 2007 Chevy Cobalt replaced under the recall in August 2014. Shortly after, the car would lose all power to the electrical systems when attempting to start it. At first it was only once every few weeks, but now it happens daily. Took the car to the dealership as it is still covered under the recall, but they claim the problem is not with the ignition switch, it is in the electrical system. I have had the electrical system checked out and there are no problems there. All the symptoms point to a defective ignition switch.

This vehicle has been recalled several times and it is still not safe to drive. The engine light comes on, the power steering lights flash on and off, the vehicle is not operable because while I am driving, the vehicle power steering goes off on its own forcing you to lose control of the vehicle while driving.

I bought my Chevy Cobalt 2010 at 48K. Truth is I hadn't had any problems here commented. But as soon as I reached 68K worth mentioning that I did 20 Ks in one year, well checking engine light came on, camshaft sensor, I have changed them twice. Worst of it all, when I am in a stop sign the car starts jerking back and forth, when I am going over 40 MPH car runs smooth. Mechanics haven't been able to determine the cause and computer only says "it is the sensors." Has anyone experienced this?

Last year I financed a used 2008 Chevy Cobalt. After the winter I noticed the hood was bubbling and rusting as I lifted up the hood. The rust is on the drivers side front. I also worked at a car dealership which had recently received 5-8 2008 Cobalts (wholesale) on a transport truck. I noted that all these similar 08 Cobalts had the same exact rust problem in the same area of the hood. I'm still paying on this car and I believe Chevrolet should take care of repairing and painting hood, but I do not know how to pursue this. Can anyone help?

I bought a 07 Chevy (GM) Cobalt from a private party a year and a half ago not knowing about the recall. The car, a standard transmission 5 speed, whole car is manual including windows and locks. Had ignition replaced at the local dealership. The airbag light for the passenger seat came on once but fixed when I unplugged and re-plugged the switch which is under the seat. My concern is, IS THIS CAR SAFE TO BE DRIVING?

We had our ignition switch replaced in June of 2014. Before it was replaced, we had quite a few episodes of hesitation when we stepped on the gas and then the message centre would flash: low fuel, power steering warning, brake warning, etc. PLUS we had no speedometer while it was doing this! Things had been fine since then, until yesterday... it's now doing the exact same thing :( We are just wondering how many others might be still experiencing this problem since it's been "fixed"??

When I 1st got the car I was excited for the exterior standpoint. But not long after have the car I noticed my key would get stuck & I would get embarrassed and petrified. So, a friend of mine told me to press on my brake so the key would release. But it does this so much I freaking figured out a technique (which doesn't always come in hand) so I told the car place about it and they claim they never experienced that problem. Soon after I get a GM letter in the mail about a freaking recall. Which irritated me! I called a Chevy Dealership & they asked for my VIN number then stated that my vehicle hasn't been recalled but yet I have a janky ignition switch. (Go figure) I'm nervous to actually take it to a Chevy Dealership because over the phone they get an attitude when I mention the recall. I just want to enjoy a vehicle that's safe to drive.

About 3 weeks ago, I drove my 09 Cobalt LT off a used car lot. The car seemed fine during the test drive, minus a little ding under the dashboard that was related to my heating system. Friday (2 days ago) was the first time I've had any serious problems with my car (minus the fact that I need new tires and rims). My car BARELY moves once I come to a complete stop. It is currently sitting at a Chevrolet dealership getting 2 recalls done and a diagnostic test done of the transmission. The mechanic who checked it into the service center told me that I basically have no first gear, and that the chances of me needing a new transmission are very high. I've never expected to replace a transmission on a car that is only 5 years old!

This is so upsetting to know that GM knew about this problem when we lost control of our vehicle with no brakes, steering and the gas pedal stuck. We took it in and were told some dumb lame excuse when my boys were in it the first time around. Then it happened again Dec 2013 when our car lost control and I was hurt on top of being in serious shock from the fear of losing my precious granddaughter and I thought we would all be killed. The car was totaled and we were hit at over 50 MPH when I'm already dealing with deadly illness and it caused me to get much worse in many ways. I can't even begin to tell you the impact this has had on my life, I'm scared to death to even leave my house on top of so many other things this has caused. How could a GM service department let this go when we reported the first time? My husband worked for GM and I don't ever want to see another GM car.

With 40k miles steering went out at low speed, car jerked violently, heard a loud popping noise, and all dash symbols went out leaving message "power steering". Tried going to next information and all information relating to the motor, gas consumption, odometer, trip meter, speed were blank. It did give tire pressure for all tires. Same thing happened a block later. I was able to drive the car two more blocks to get home. The car did not shift gears like normal. I have not found a mechanic able to tell me what is wrong with the car, but it sounds very much like the reviews I have been reading. What can I do to get GM to fix the problem? The car is already paid for.

My engine light came on... No other lights come on until I stop for more than 30 Seconds at which time the Service Traction light comes on. Took to Firestone and they told me one of my cylinders is registering on 90 psi and it should be 130. Repair cost $2,300...What!!! The car only gas 68000 miles on it. Went to GM because my warranty ran out 1,000 miles ago. They needed a certified GM dealer look at so I complied. Same issue but the paperwork states they need to remove the cylinder head to find the exact issue. Why would only one cylinder go bad when there are 4? Sounds like it was not up to par when initially installed? They (GM) want to offer some cost assistance but what I am reading, this is the number 2 complaint with this car. Why is it not considered a recall? Help me fight them on this please!

I purchased a 2008 Chevy Cobalt with 45,000 miles on it. Within the first month I could hear a clunking noise in the front end on the left side. The dealership gave me a hard time at first and then eventually changed the sway bar. That seemed to fix the problem for a while. Now it's clunking again and I hear a rattle in the steering column. My front speakers work intermittently but mostly only my back speakers work. Because of this, I can't hear my turn signals or my door chimes. My airbag stopped working on the passenger side and the warning light came on. The dealership had to replace something under the seat to fix it. They actually tried to blame me for the issue stating that I probably crimped the wires when moving the seat. I have a strange whining noise when I push on the gas. It almost sounds like when you leave an auxiliary cord plugged in. When I lift off the gas the noise isn't as loud but when I push on the gas it gets loud. It's very annoying.

This happened on 2/16/15 when my rear brakes locked up in the back and then the car spun out from the back. I end up losing control and hit a wall. This happen because it was like hitting the emergency brake and then it freed up again. And I just received a Recall in the mail for the ignition switch. As you see I cannot take the car in for repair. I checked online and I'm not the only one with this problem. Is GM aware of this problem.

My car has had more than one recall. In August 2014, the vehicle was taken in for the most recent repair to have the ignition and locks replaced. Yesterday, my son (who now drives the car and is a new driver) called to tell me that the car "gadgets" started going crazy again. The bell sounded, the lock security light came on, the car started to jerk and felt as though it wouldn't change gears, and the power steering went out. He managed to pull over on icy roads with heavy traffic and shut the car off. It then wouldn't start again immediately. He waited a few minutes, the car started, but he was still without power steering and the car was still jerking.

I bought a 2008 Chevy Cobalt in March of 2008. Car ran fine. I had regular oil changes and everything. Well in 2013 there was a recall on the transmission. I carry the car in to get transmission changed. I was told that it didn't need one, but while I was there it was reported that it wouldn't take off and had them to check it. They kept the car for three days and said nothing was wrong with it. In 2014 I also carried the car in for a recall for the ignition switch in which they replaced and said that was all that was wrong with the car. Now here in 2015 I carried it in because it was having problems taking off and they tell me I need a new engine. How is that so when I am only at 139000 miles. This car has had many recalls and how is it my fault that the engine is not getting compression as it was stated, in which it has resulted in a 6,000 new engine. What is it that I can do?

I have a 2006 Chevy Cobalt LS. Starting off, this is my first car, and current car. I have had my Cobalt since Christmas 2009, and it was my learning car in High School. I still drive it everyday to college and work. I loved my car the first few years I had it - never broke down, no engine trouble, no steering problems, easy to drive, and accelerated nice and quick.

Bought this 09 Cobalt w 38000 miles on it almost two yrs ago and it's been one thing after another. First it was the recall on power steering. Does anyone really know how hard it is to shift gears and turn with no power steering?... Super freaking hard! Had that fixed via recall to turn around a week later do the same thing. Dealership said I had a faulty part or whatever.

I contacted GM about having issues of dashboard lighting, up car jerking, loss of power steering and the car stops running. The other day was the final straw. I was driving my grandchildren to school and once again my vehicle stopped and I loss power steering. I was at a three-way stop in the middle of the intersection. When my car stopped it took me about 10 mins before I could start my car and get out of danger. GM's response was "So sorry you had a stressful morning. We can't do anything because you have already had the recalls done on your vehicle but we will give you a case # and contact you in 24 to 48 hours." That was on Monday. It is now a Thurs and no call has been made.

2007 Cobalt - Really pissed. Fuel leaks from filler neck on tank. How can that break! Apparently plastic part, really GM? GM does not care much. Some 30-40 people need to die first? Just repair your mistakes period. Will cost me $1400 to replace tank. The new tank is a new design, which tells me the old design is defective... so replace them GM. Fuel lines were replaced last year already. Ignition switch fixed - what will be next. This car will never be worth what I paid for it to trade. Who would want this piece of GM work?

I'm so upset with my Chevy Cobalt. This car has gave me nothing but problems since the very first day I bought it and drove it home, mostly front end suspension. I think my car has been in an accident because I have nothing but front end problems. I have spend over $800 on parts on this car, have to replace ball joints, control arms, sway bars and now I just bought struts because of the squeaking noise. Several mechanic had said it was the struts. I need struts bad so I replaced the struts and my car is still making noise and now another mechanic says I need control arm bushings. My car keep pulling to the left so I have to get that fix soon. I'm so tired and I'm very unhappy with my Chevy. I will never in life buy another American car again. This is the first time I bought a American car and it will be the last time. I'm through paying for the car but I've invested so much in repairs and I refused to get back in debt with another car note. No way I'm doing that, GM.

I purchased a 2009 Chevy Cobalt LT new. I changed the oil every 3000 miles. At 60000 miles, the car stranded me with bent valves - the engine head had to be replaced. The front end components are of poor quality. I have spent thousands replacing from sway bars, control arms, wheel bearings, and suspension components. Aesthetically, I already have surface rust on the lower door panels, and my left front and right rear head and tail lights have moisture leaks. The fact that GM let us drive these cars knowing that the ignition switches were faulty is inexcusable. This is my last GM product.

My dad bought me my '09 Cobalt LT and even before the recall of the Ignition Switch, I had problems. Roughly every 3 months, I am having to take this car to the shop for everything from check engine light to security lock light to low fuel (when I have plenty of gas) to the MPH gauge spinning - yes spinning around. Now, my security lock is back on again. It goes on and off at various intervals. I hear a bell sound and then the light comes on. Does anyone know what this means? The dealer wants to wipe their hands clear. Mind you, I have taken to them numerous times for the same general issues for which the lights or spinning have stopped by the time I take it in. I will never buy a Chevy again. I wish my dad had of stuck with Nissan or Toyota. Confused & Pissed.

Chevy cobalt 2006 supercharged - I bought this car one year and a half ago and one month after I had the first problem, engine losing power and had a message in the dash saying lost engine power. Brought to the dealer in Regina, problem was fixed but supercharger never worked again, cost $1,200 for a catalytic converter change - that's what they said, it was wrong. Now second issue driving back from Saskatchewan to Calgary in the highway, car broke down on me, engine made noises and shaking and lost power, couldn't go over 40 kms. per hour. Had to towed from 6 hours away from home. My mechanic friend checked it out and find out engine blow up out of the blue. I did all services religiously and the engine did not had any leak or overheat never. Now I opened a claim directly to GM, is not fair that knowing that those cars has several issues still a lot of them on the road is really unsafe for all the owners. I hope things can workout with them, by the way first time GM buyer and really disappointed with the experience.

I have a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt that just turned 25,000 miles. I only drive it to work and change oil every 3,000 miles...... Yesterday coming home from work there was a rattling sound coming from the transmission. I had it towed to a Chevy dealer and was notified it had a catastrophic failure...... Bottom line....$4000 for a new transmission! At 25,000 miles? C'mon GM! Does anyone know who I can contact from GM to file a formal complaint? I wanted to support an American car company, but I learned my lesson......foreign cars from now on!

Update: The dealership service department is great BUT - My 2005 Chevy Cobalt is still acting up BAD!! Finally GM is taking another look at my electrical issues. I have 11 code issues. I am told I can spend $500.00 for ONLY diagnostic tests to find out why this is happening. What they have said so far is that there is no communication between the Power Train, Body Control or Transmission Modules. SCARY! All I know is that when I am driving this vehicle 25 miles one way to work daily there are issues that happen where I get a "ding" then the following happens, traction light ON, Gauges go all over the place and then the gear shifter clicks like it is trying to get OUT of gear or switch gears. I am the third owner and the owner before me were my in-laws and they never had a problem with the car..... All I know is that GM needs to listen to the owners of these vehicles. Of course the dealership that is working on my car, feel I should NEVER drive this car again and get a new one. Anyone else been able to get their electrical problems fixed?