Chevrolet Cobalt Complaints

7,975 consumer complaints on file.

#11429919August 20, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
fuel line has corroded badly by the rear left wheel, possibly due to the material used for the line and by road salt being captured by a heat shield. The car now leaks fuel badly whenever we try and move it. The poor design (heat shield) and poor choice of materials (appears to be steel) have caused this leak. A fuel line shouldn't be made of steel.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11429796August 19, 2021
STEERING
The traction control light has come on for the second time since I've had this vehicle. It decelerates and starts rumbling when it's about to cut off. That is a big safety issue and any part that has to do with this issue needs to be recalled.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11429491August 17, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Fuel line near rear left (driver side) is leaking where held to vehicle. Noticed smell of fuel 8/16/21 then saw fresh fuel puddle 8/17. This can be inspected if need be It is a fuel leak which is very dangerous to anyone in or near the car. No one has inspected the vehicle No warning lights indicating there a problem
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11429244August 16, 2021
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID, ENGINE
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30-35 MPH, the power steering warning light illuminated before the vehicle lost power. The contact shifted the vehicle into park and restarted the vehicle and the vehicle regained normal functionality. The failure occurred a total of 4 times. The contact had not taken the vehicle to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 114,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11428161August 7, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Gas leaking from under left side of vehicle near left rear tire. Gas line is rusted out.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11426660July 27, 2021
STEERING, STRUCTURE
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while his son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering warning light illuminated. Additionally, the pipes connected to the manifold were rusted and had detached. The contact called the local dealer however, the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 58,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11426414July 26, 2021
AIR BAGS
I was driving alone paying attention in daylight and suddenly I was knocked/startled and vision blocked and I was saying out loud oh God what is going on-what is happeningy/I was trying to figure out where I was - next I heard my car crunching-and still going to where I exited right side of road and turned on drivers side and slid across 2 lane road-hitting a raiseded bed of 2b 3b gravel and turned back up on 4 wheels. The slanted hill next to a small ditch-about5 ft approximately off road. This all happened very quickly. There was no crash until after I was hit by airbag. Severely crashed passenger side windshield shattered/no airbag went off. Police and by standers assuming zi lost control and could see where I was headed. I never mentioned to police how I felt airbag went off. I knew their theory didn't match what I felt happened but after going back to scene my scenario from my memory is the only one I can verify. Not sure now what happens to vehicle now after I get my check today. I wasn't sure where to report. I did mention in text to adjuster but it is my understanding adjuster didn't get text ?? This just needed to be noted.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
1
Deaths:
0
#11426442July 26, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Fuel line leaking - 2ft diameter puddle of gas in garage started July 23, 2021. Located just in front of left side rear tire. Currently car is parked outside awaiting repair. Could have burned house down. No warning lamps no symptoms, started smelling gas in house after dinner. Vehicle has not been inspected since leak began.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11425422July 19, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
After taking my car to a mechanic for an oil change, I was informed my car had a steady gas leak near the left rear side of the car. The mechanic informed me the fuel had corroded near the plastic clip holding it onto the body. After just 15 minutes, a fairly large gas puddle had formed on the ground. I was advised not to drive without getting it fixed, as this would be a fire hazard.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11425356July 18, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Fuel lines corroded and leaking 2oz gas at left rear well at plastic bracket everytime it is started.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11425372July 18, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
1. The fuel line under the left rear tire is leaking creating puddles of gasoline under the car, while the car is running there is a steady drip of gasoline leaving the vehicle. 2. Could create a fire and leaves gasoline puddles on the roads which could be hazardous to others. 3. No 4. No 5. Unknown, Having difficulty starting the car, recently there has been a gas/chemically smell when the car has been started.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11425377July 18, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Fuel is leaking near plastic block at drivers side rear tire. It appears to be very common based on online reports.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11425127July 16, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
FUEL LINE LEAK UNDER REAR DOOR ON DRIVERS SIDE, NOT FAR FROM THE TANK
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11423839July 7, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
The car is leaking fuel from the fuel line by the back driverside tire. This is a fire hazard as the leak is near the hot exhaust.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11422720June 29, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
On 6/28/2021, my wife & I took our 2010 Chevy Cobalt Sedan 4 door into down to get some dinner. When we went out to the garage we smelled strong gas fumes which we thought was odd as our garage never smelled of strong gas fumes in the past. We got in the Cobalt & turned the key & it didn't start right away, it took a little bit for it to turn over which I thought was odd as we haven't experienced that before. We put the windows down as the inside of the car had a strong gas smell. There was no warning lights on the dashboard & no prior warning before this issue. Returned home parked car in garage, went back into garage & noticed even stronger smell of gas, looked under the car & noticed liquid under back driver side door which was gas dripping down onto the garage floor, I was nervous of the fumes collecting in the garage & potential fire hazard I put the car outside & placed a bucket under the car to catch the gas to stop it from dripping on the driveway. Also noticed the silver heat shield material was spongy feeling had liquid feel to it which I assume is gas as it was dripping right next to it? Looked on Google noticed other consumers having the same issue of gas dripping from the fuel line. Going to call a Chevy dealer to see what options are as I don't feel safe driving the car knowing its dripping gas & potentially collecting in the silver heat shield material. Chevy should issue a recall to repair the issue & prevent future safety hazard waiting to happen.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11422791June 29, 2021
STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would shake, and the vehicle would power off inadvertently. The vehicle would restart however, the steering wheel was difficult to turn. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 134,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11422488June 27, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Fuel lines are rusted where the heat tape is around them by the exhaust. This has caused them to rust and no is leaking fuel. I am worried that it's going to catch fire. This is my daughter's car and is a very poor design.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11422359June 25, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
I have a fuel leak by the left rear tire possibly a corroded fuel line. I smelled gas for two days. The leak was by the exhaust. My children and I could of been killed.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11421612June 21, 2021
STEERING
The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while his wife was reversing the steering wheel became inoperable. The power steering warning light was illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle to his residence. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 142,993.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11421616June 21, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Fuel line rusted through above the exhaust system in front of left rear tire. Noticed a puddle of fuel on the ground and dripping. Replacing the lines myself. Seems like a safety issue to me, and should be recalled.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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