10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
17 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
15 / 0
Average Mileage:
54,604 miles

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problem #233

Jan 272024

Cobalt

  • 260,000 miles
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the power steering and brakes became inoperable. The driver was able to coast to the side of the road. The check engine warning light was illuminated after the failure. The vehicle was towed to her parent's residence. The vehicle was serviced by an independent mechanic, who stated that the failure was due to the ignition switch. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was not covered under the recall. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V171000 (Electrical System). The failure mileage was approximately 260,000.

- Easton, MD, USA

problem #232

Aug 272023

Cobalt

  • miles
UNKNOWN. My traction and ABS light keeps coming on. My steering is off some. My turning right or left is making ruff popping sounds in the steering. My ABS and Traction lite keeps coming on.

- East Chicago, IN, USA

problem #231

Nov 162021

Cobalt

  • 131,000 miles
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the power steering assist failed to operate without warning. Due to the failure, the contact had the vehicle towed to his home. The dealer nor the manufacturer had been notified of the failure. Upon investigation, the contact linked the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V153000 (Steering). The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 131,000.

- Las Vegas, NV, USA

problem #230

Sep 172021

Cobalt

  • 0 miles
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle loss power steering functionality without warning. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified but, no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was unknown.

- Buffalo, WV, USA

problem #229

Apr 152021

Cobalt

  • miles
The electrical assisted power steering failed. This causes the vehicle's steering to become very difficult and dangerous not only to the driver but also other vehicles. This problem has been noted as a recall issue for this model/year vehicle but this vin number shows no recall issues. This vehicle was bought new by me and was given to our son about 3 years ago. He has taken very good care of it since he uses it to travel to work. Vehicle currently had 128,842 miles and has had no issues other than the above issue. Vehicle is available for inspection.

- Abingdon, VA, USA

problem #228

Mar 022021

Cobalt

  • miles
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that there were unknown recalls on the vehicle regarding the ignition switch and steering which were previously repaired however, after starting the vehicle, a message appeared on the instrument panel which stated that the power steering feature was unavailable. The vehicle was taken to bayway Chevrolet (5719 broadway St, pearland, tx 77581) who diagnosed the vehicle and stated that the body control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

- Houston, TX, USA

problem #227

Feb 052021

Cobalt

  • 110,000 miles
Fuel is leaking near left rear tire -steering wheel makes crackling noise when turning

- Athol, MA, USA

problem #226

Dec 282020

Cobalt

  • 0 miles
My power steering just went out. Hated to turn etc. The car was gone then just went bad.

- San Antonio, TX, USA

problem #225

Jan 192021

Cobalt

  • 30,532 miles
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle loss power steering assist. The check engine and power steering assist warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that extra effort was needed to steer the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed nor repaired. Neither a dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 30,532

- Hammond, IN, USA

problem #224

Sep 262020

Cobalt

  • 65,000 miles
When my son was backing out of a parking spot, the steering all of a sudden became very stiff and hard to turn and stayed this way while driving. Now it is hard to steer and dangerous to drive to a shop to be looked at.

- Cedar Rapids, IA, USA

problem #223

Sep 152020

Cobalt

  • 150,000 miles
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the power steering fault message displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle became difficult to steer in either direction. The cause of the failure was not determined. The local dealer team Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac located at 404 jake alexander blvd, salisbury nc 28147 and the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 150,000. Invalid VIN provided.

- Woodleaf, NC, USA

problem #222

Jul 062020

Cobalt

  • miles
When driving the steering start to get stiff. When you stop the steering wheel does not want to turn. Once you get moving it losssens up a little.

- Tinton Falls, NJ, USA

problem #221

Jun 262020

Cobalt

  • 80,000 miles
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the steering intermediate shaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.

- Buffalo, NY, USA

problem #220

Mar 022020

Cobalt

  • 200,000 miles
Power steering light appears on dash randomly when going slow speeds and the power steering goes out. I have to turn off the car and turn it back on the get the power steering to come back on. This can often repeat itself several times. It has never occurred at high speeds, mostly occurs in parking lots when turning. I am aware of a recall from GM regarding this but my VIN says it does not apply. This doesn't make sense to me given my symptoms are the same as what the recall describes and my year model is affected (2010 Chevy Cobalt).

- Marietta, GA, USA

problem #219

Mar 022020

Cobalt

  • 187,701 miles
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the check engine, power steering off, and change oil warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the instrument gauges fluctuated. The owner connected a diagnostic reader to the vehicle which indicated that the control module was defective. The cause of the failure was not determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 187,701.

- Pownal, ME, USA

problem #218

Apr 012019

Cobalt

  • 150,000 miles
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that the steering wheel failed. The steering wheel was hard to turn. The power steering warning light illuminated while the failure occurred. The contact also stated that when the accelerator pedal was engaged the vehicle failed to respond while the RPM dropped to zero. The contact also stated that the fuel gauge read empty, when the fuel tank was filled. The contact also stated that the tire pressure monitoring system also failed. The TPMS provided inaccurate tire pressure. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an unknown mechanic who performed a diagnostic test but was unable to locate a failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 150,000.

- Buttler, AL, USA

problem #217

Feb 172020

Cobalt

  • 10,030 miles
Lost sterling for short distance steering light came on. Regained control after that.car was in my drive way

- Davison, MI, USA

problem #216

Feb 072020

Cobalt

  • 104,000 miles
Steering wheel has excessive play while driving on city streets. Loud grinding sound with alarm. Almost unable to control. When stationary steering play excessive in both directions. Airbag light states airbag is off. Control arms replaced 2 week before incident. Warning light has been on since repairing of control arms. Dealing contacted more than twice regarding problems.

- Elyria, OH, USA

problem #215

Jan 152020

Cobalt

  • miles
Steering wheel randomly gets tight to turn. Concerned about safety and steering going out. I'm aware of a steering issue recall on Chevy Cobalt.

- Broadview Hts, OH, USA

problem #214

Nov 232019

Cobalt

  • 118,000 miles
Driving on hiway start to shaking. Loosing power and shuttoff. And steering wheel hard to drive often. Dash board showing iconos all time.

- Long Beach, CA, USA

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