8.3

pretty bad
Typical Repair Cost:
$320
Average Mileage:
59,100 miles
Total Complaints:
42 complaints

Most common solutions:

  1. not sure (25 reports)
  2. should be recalled based on the number of complaints (4 reports)
  3. access door under column - push button & it will release key (3 reports)
  4. dealer replaced the ignition lock cylinder (3 reports)
  5. replaced the shifter (3 reports)
  6. had shifter replaced (2 reports)
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problem #2

Jun 042007

Cobalt SS

  • Automatic transmission
  • 10,000 miles

I had to leave my car unlocked and go to work an 8 hour shift because the keys were stuck in the ignition. then they replaced it and it keeps happening every so often,

- Dee L., Brentwood, NY, US

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problem #1

Oct 162007

(reported on)

Cobalt Sedan LT

  • Automatic transmission
  • 30,000 miles

How dangerous~ my key gets stuck in the ignition when I turn off the car and several times, I've had to turn the car back on and drive around the parking lot and keep testing it to see if it comes out. I took my car in last week and they replaced the ignition thing. Seems to be a big issue if my car isn't even out of warranty yet. Just scared when it is over warranty.

- samanthaca, Vista, CA, US

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