10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 2
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
85,998 miles

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problem #18

Jul 012016

Cobalt

  • 91,526 miles
Fuel leaking from fuel lines leaving fuel pump at gas tank. Strong odor of fuel inside and outside of car. Leaves wet spot on ground under car near passenger side rear wheel about 18 inches in diameter while parked. Hard starting. Contacted Chevrolet and a dealer and they said it was not covered on a recall.

- Asbury, IA, USA

problem #17

Apr 042016

Cobalt

  • 80,000 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving at 35 mph, the contact noticed fuel fumes emitting from the inner part of the vehicle. In addition, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after some time. The check engine warning light illuminated. The contact also stated that the vehicle failed to start intermittently. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the exhaust, oxygen sensor, thermostat and other unknown parts needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. However, the failure persisted as the contact noticed fuel leaking from underneath the rear of the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000.

- Lansing, MI, USA

problem #16

Jan 312016

Cobalt

  • 90,220 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. When the ignition was turned to the on position and moved 10 feet, the contact observed fuel pouring from the rear driver side of the vehicle. The contact parked the vehicle, placed her hand under the vehicle, and felt fuel pouring out. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 90,220.

- Warren, PA, USA

problem #15

Jan 272016

Cobalt

  • 146,000 miles
My car is leaking fuel at the gas tank. GM recalled the 2006 Cobalts but mine is a 2005. My car could explode and gas in our public water system is a huge concern. This car is a lemon!! I have extreme anxiety of dying in this car. I need someone to get GM to recall my car asap before I die!! I cant afford to fix it.

- Milwaukie, OR, USA

problem #14

Apr 152015

Cobalt

  • 80,000 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that the vehicle had a fuel odor and the contact noticed fuel leaking under the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000. Updated 02/10/16 updated 04/30/18

- Indianapolis, IN, USA

problem #13

Nov 122015

Cobalt

  • 164,400 miles
Cobalt is leaking fuel behind the rear driver side wheel. Leak was noticed when vehicle was parked fuel is visibly dripping and the smell of fuel outside of vehicle is strong. Fuel can also be smelled in the vehicle as well.

- Beloit, WI, USA

problem #12

Oct 282015

Cobalt

  • 125,589 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that there was a fuel odor and a leak coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 125,589.

- Logan, OH, USA

problem #11

Aug 012015

Cobalt

  • 114,000 miles
My car turns off in the middle of driving. Three times I have been on 45 mph roads, and have 2 small kids. This isn't the only major issue my car. But first the digital display reads engine disabled or engine losing power then engine disabled and loses all function. There was a recall over a year ago for this model shutting off while driving supposedly due to weight on the key ring. After the dealer fixed it the issue stopped until 3 mnths ago. I can only go a block before the engine disables now, it progressively happened sooner and sooner. A friend who is old buddies with a diagnostics specialist introduced me and he was able to tell me exactly what was going on to fine details. I called the dealership to see about any recalls and relayed the info he'd given me and they down played it like they guy didn't know what he was talking about. The dealer thinks its a throttle or engine problem. The guy I know said the computer chip in the key likely got messed up possibly from having my cell phone next to it a lot, that the part in the ignition that reads the signal from the key is getting mixed info and signals the engine to shut down. He also said that once it happens, a loop is created to where every time I turn they key it starts the cycle over where everything is okay in the beginning but the info gets misread over N over which is why he said I should get a new key- and (I think this is what he said) to replace to whole ignition column so all parts involved would be new. He also gets his parts wholesale and is not trying to rip me off. Next problem car burns oil! the last two times I had oil checked, nothing on the dipstick, I get it done every 3000miles. Walmart made me sign a paper stating there was no oil on dipstick. Gas line corroded, smell of gas throughout car, has whole piece replaced. These are serious why is Chevrolet doing nothing bad business

- Lexington, KY, USA

problem #10

Aug 062015

Cobalt

  • 15,250 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that fuel fumes emitted into the vehicle. The contact mentioned that the vehicle stalled without warning, but was able to restart after a few minutes. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The technician diagnosed that there was a leak in the fuel line. The vehicle was patched but not fully repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 15,250.

- Nicholson, PA, USA

problem #9

Jan 082015

Cobalt 4-cyl

  • 171,654 miles
The vehicle will periodically jerk/hiccup at random while driving. On January 8, 2015 while traveling on the expressway, the vehicle began to randomly sputter/jerk/hiccup. The vehicle did not loose power, or was there any indication from dash board icons of any malfunction. There was not any visible warnings signs to alert a faulty system. This has occurred previously, while traveling throughout the city at speeds of 25-45 mph. During the most recent incident, traveling speeds varied from 50-70 mph on the expressway. This particular instance I was driving a 60 mile trip and this jerking occurred 7-10 times. The first time this occurred was probably 1.5 years ago. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic after the first instance, without anything being detected or a diagnosis. The issue is progressively worsening. It is beginning to happen more frequently. Last week, of the 4 days of travel on the expressway, the jerking occurred 3 of those days. Initially, I felt, this was associated to the cold and weather/temperature, but this has also occurred in warmer months. This is a definite safety issue, as it relates to myself, and others traveling in my vicinity.

- Flint, MI, USA

problem #8

Oct 032014

Cobalt

  • 122,000 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that fuel was leaking onto the ground and there was a fuel odor present in the vehicle. The contact also mentioned that the fuel gauge reading level quickly displayed low fuel. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 122,000.

- Ionia , MI, USA

problem #7

Dec 042013

Cobalt

  • 135,000 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that the fuel line was leaking and fuel fumes were emitted in the vehicle. The contact was made aware of the leak during inspection. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 135,000.

- Hudson Oaks, TX, USA

problem #6

May 182012

Cobalt

  • miles
Fuel system does not keep reliable fuel readings, particularly within the last 1/8 of the tank. It will often register as empty after having shut off the car with 1/8 of a tank only moments before.

- Hereford, TX, USA

problem #5

May 062013

Cobalt

  • miles
The fuel pump is defective and leaking gas this is a recall on the 2006 models and up but not on a 2005 model. There are endless complaints online about the 2005 models leaking gas but there are no recalls on it yet.

- Aliquippa, PA, USA

problem #4

Apr 192013

Cobalt

  • 103,000 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that the vehicle emitted strong fuel odor. The vehicle was not inspected; however the dealer advised that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number 12V459000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 103,000.

- Miamisburg , OH, USA

problem #3

Sep 102010

Cobalt 4-cyl

  • miles
The car has been in the shop so many times for the same thing. When you drive at times, the car sputters and dies out and runs rough. It overheats and then the mechanic cant find the problem or anything wrong but I have to pay to have it looked at. My cousin bought a 2009 Cobalt and her car has the same problems of dying out. The car is always in the shop because everything breaks down. I still owe on the car and its a money pit. A mechanic said my frame is bent. I haven't been in an accident. I am stuck with a lemon and its squeezing me.

- Oshkosh, WI, USA

problem #2

Nov 232012

Cobalt

  • 80,000 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that the instrument panel suddenly became dark. The contact exited the vehicle to inspect the failure further when he discovered that the rear end of the vehicle had ignited in flames. The contact stated that the fire began near the fuel tank area. The fire department was contacted to extinguish the fire. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for further inspection but was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 80,000.

- Vienna , ND, USA

problem #1

Aug 092010

Cobalt 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 12,000 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that there was an overpowering odor of gasoline being emitted from the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told that there was a crack in the fuel pump. The contact referenced NHTSA recall campaign id number: 09V419000 (fuel system, gasoline: Delivery fuel pump) however, the contact was advised that the recall was only issued for the 2006 and 2007 model year vehicles. The vehicle was replaced. The failure mileage was 12,000 and the current mileage was 12,100...updated 11/14/12 the consumer stated the fuel pump was replaced with no assistance from the manufacturer. Updated 11/16/2012

- Mesa , AZ, USA