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really awful- Crashes / Fires:
- 24 / 1
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 16 / 2
- Average Mileage:
- 64,340 miles
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The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. While reversing out of the driveway, the steering wheel suddenly failed. During the failure, the message "power steering" was displayed. The failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 130,000.
- Mesa, AZ, USA
Driving on a highway, power steering failed and steering became very difficult. It was worse when the vehicle was slow. Following the road was very difficult.
- Hillsboro, OR, USA
The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. While driving out of a parking lot and turning into traffic, the steering wheel seized without warning. The vehicle was driven back to the contact's residence. The dealer was not contacted for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 103,000.
- Nawfoundland, AK, USA
The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. While driving approximately 35 mph and attempting to make a turn, a grinding noise was heard. The contact was afraid the steering ability may seize in the middle of the road or a busy highway. The contact also stated that the failure began approximately one and a half months ago. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 90,621.
- Houston, TX, USA
Steering column rattles.
- Warrens, WI, USA
When starting to drive & driving car and making turns on city streets or highway, the power steering sticks and makes it hard to turn - sometimes having to use both hands to control the turn. The sticking is not normal and should not be happening.
- Port Clinton, OH, USA
The key will not turn off - it is stuck in either the "accessory" or "on" position. The vehicle is stationary but cannot be moved to be fixed.
- American Fork, UT, USA
My son and I went to a local fast food restaurant to pick up dinner, when we got back in the car it was difficult to steer and the power steering light came on. When it was restarted the next day it seems to be fine.
- Marine City, MI, USA
The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. While driving 40 mph, the power steering failed. The vehicle was towed. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 180,458.
- Alvarado, TX, USA
The steering lost power assistance and became difficult to steer while driving at low speed in the city. This problem is still occurring and affects steering at all speeds
- Lockport, NY, USA
The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. While the contact's granddaughter was driving, the steering wheel seized and excessive force to the steering wheel was required in order to maneuver the vehicle. Don moore GM center (270-215-1953, 3232 villa point, owensboro, ky 42303) confirmed that no recalls were associated with the VIN. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.
- Owensville, KY, USA
The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. While driving various speeds, the steering wheel became inoperable and the steering indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The failure mileage was approximately 129,000. The VIN was not available.
- Fort Worth, TX, USA
ECM problem. Lost steering and all dashboard information. Vechile does not start.dealer tells me it is a bad ECM and it is $841 to repair it. Including a $250 chargere to diagnose the problem than I find out there was a huge recall on these ecms but for some reason mine was not included. GM should make good on this and replavce it at no charge since they know they have had huge issuyes with this
- East Stroudsburg, PA, USA
My 2009 Chevy Cobalt at time to loose its power steering at different speeds and only happens on occasions for brief periods. I am reading recalls on 2009 electric power steering. Is there anything that can please be done to help?
- Marshfield, WI, USA
The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. While driving 25 mph, the power steering failed. While driving 70 mph, the power steering failed again. An independent mechanic at rays automotive in jones, Oklahoma diagnosed the failure as an intermittent power steering failure. The independent mechanic stated that the vehicle could not be repaired and needed to be repaired by a dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and stated that the vehicle was out of warranty. The manufacturer further stated that the vehicle had been repaired per an unknown recall and nothing more could be done. The failure mileage was 35,000.
- Choctaw, OK, USA
The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. While driving various speeds, the steering wheel seized and the power steering warning indicator illuminated. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the vehicle could not be repaired due to liability and advised the contact to take it to a Chevrolet dealer. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 30,000.
- Choctaw, OK, USA
The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. While driving 45 mph, the power steering seized without warning and the steering became difficult to maneuver. Several minutes later, the steering started to operate as intended. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 86,000.
- Hendersonville, TN, USA
The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the power steering failed without warning. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 10V073000 (steering) however, the recall was not completed due to the dealers refusal. The dealer informed the contact that the recall was closed. The contact stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 78,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
- Sacramento, CA, USA
Power steering goes out while driving. It will reset after being started again and then will fail again shortly after running. There is no pattern as to when it will stop working. Power steering fails while sitting still, driving, or turning.
- Brownsdale, MN, USA
- Cypress, TX, USA