Chevrolet Cobalt Complaints (2010)

583 consumer complaints on file.

#11506098February 7, 2023
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, there was an abnormally strong gasoline odor coming from the vehicle. The contact pulled over on the side of the road. The contact checked under the vehicle and notice that fuel was leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the fuel line was fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 111,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11500774January 9, 2023
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that the vehicle would not immediately start as needed, and the odor of fuel was present inside and outside of the vehicle. After parking the vehicle, the contact discovered fuel leaking from the rear driver’s side of the vehicle. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not yet notified of the failure. The contact indicated that the vehicle had exhibited the failure listed in the NHTSA Investigation: PE20011. The failure mileage was 59,980.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11494898November 25, 2022
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Fuel lines are both leaking on the driver-side of the car, about halfway back along the length of the vehicle. I've sent it in for repairs, but I know I'm not the only one with this issue. The car has been driven gently and only has 52,000 miles on it.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11493130November 10, 2022
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
The fuel line was leaking gasoline. It put the safety of the driver and other cars on the road as the car was leaking gasoline as it drove on the highway and city streets. The problem was confirmed by a service center and the fuel lines were replaced. No inspection by manufacturer, police etc. No warnings at all, car was starting rough and/or not starting at all.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11487876October 4, 2022
AIR BAGS, SEATS
Air bag light is on the dash and the passenger seat does not sense weight on the seat so all airbags are disabled I know many others with this problem and it is a serious issue that there should be a recall for
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11484100September 12, 2022
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
There seems to be a fuel leak on the driver's side rear tire line. Was told that it was very common for my vehicle to have this and that there is no fix for it.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11483154September 6, 2022
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Fuel leak in front of left rear tire. fuel pressure and return lines shot.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11481546August 27, 2022
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
There was a very strong gas odor in the car, then noticed a puddle of gas on the ground at driver's side rear door and tire area. No warning lamps in dashboard went on. Chevy dealer service department confirmed gas line leak due to corrosion and replaced entire feed and vapor lines and filter. Charge for repair was about $1200.00.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11471832June 30, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving at an unknown speed, she started to smell an abnormal fuel odor inside the vehicle. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated while inspecting the vehicle, he noticed a fuel leak on the rear driver’s side of the vehicle. The contact called an unknown local dealer and made them aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11466010May 24, 2022
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Strong fuel smell and gas on the ground (creating a fire hazard). No warning messages were displayed. Puddling of the fuel is just in front of the left rear tire. Odor was detected first; then one week later the puddle occurred. Car has been repaired by GM service; fuel and EVAP lines replaced (p/n 25999914 and 15934416). Symptom and repair seem identical to HTSA Bulletin 09226C (published July 2015).
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11465566May 21, 2022
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Fuel lines completely rotted out under factory heat shielding. Leaking fuel onto the exhaust near drivers side rear tire.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11464723May 15, 2022
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
There is a gas leak, dripping from the drivers side, back door. The car smells like gas.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11463789May 8, 2022
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request: Noticed a gas smell in my garage for the past couple weeks and the car has been slow to start when sitting overnight. Was able to verify today a gas leak near the driver side rear wheel. Car would not start until I hit the gas pedal and got fuel to the engine, and the leak started again (was able to see drips on pavement) Car is available for inspection How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Leaking fuel, fire hazard, fumes Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center: No Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others: No Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear: No lights or messages, but the gas smell in the garage has been going for a couple weeks.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11460858April 15, 2022
AIR BAGS
The contact owned a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while her husband was driving on the interstate, he had a heart attack and crashed into a tree where the vehicle came to a stop. None of the air bags deploy. The driver died at the scene due to a heart attack per an autopsy. The vehicle was towed to an independent lot. There was no reported fire. A police report was filed. The vehicle was totaled. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact was concerned that the air bags did not deploy after the vehicle experienced extensive damage due to the crash. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was not available.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11460767April 14, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH the fuel indicator began to drop rapidly. The contact stated that he did not notice any warning lights. The contact drove the vehicle to his residence and smelled the odor of fuel and noticed a long streak of fuel, and a puddle of fuel underneath the driver’s side door by the rear driver’s side tire. The contact observed that the fuel line located under the driver’s side of the vehicle had ruptured. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11458406March 26, 2022
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
I was at a gas station and there was gas leaking behind my driver side door I looked underneath and it was the fuel line leaking some idiot threw a cigarette on the ground and set a little bit of gas on fire I put it out really quick and I had to pull it out of the gas Lane and then I was able to get it home where I would had to put some rubber hose in its place because the lines were all rusted out the vehicle is not safe to drive
Crash:
No
Fire:
Yes
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11458305March 25, 2022
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
My 2010 Cobalt has been leaking fuel from the suspected fuel/vent lines at or near the rear driver's side wheel well. There remains a constant puddle of fuel noticed every time after car has been parked. The issue was first observed by a strong odor inside the cabin of the car. The amount of fuel leaking is severe enough to significantly effect my mpg and fuel pressure. The lack of fuel pressure results in delayed starting or extended cranking of engine until enough pressure is built to start the engine. The leaking fuel is a significant fire Hazzard.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11455761March 8, 2022
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Fuel line was leaking on driver's side rear wheel close to heat shield and muffler. Cost me 1,000 to have lines replaced.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11455230March 4, 2022
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, she attempted to make a right turn and the steering wheel seized. The contact was able to stop the vehicle, turn off the vehicle, and after restarting the vehicle, the power steering was functioning as needed. The contact stated that no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 71,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11444985December 26, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Gas leaking near rear drivers side wheel well causing puddle of gas underneath the car on the ground
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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