Chevrolet Cobalt First generation (2005 - 2010)


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First generation of Chevrolet Cobalt has been in production since 2005 by 2010.


Chevrolet Cobalt First generation dimensions and specs



First generation
Body style Sedan, Coupe
Length 180.3 - 180.5 in
Width 67.90 in
Height 55.5 - 57.1 in
Wheelbase 103.30 in
Curb weight 2721 - 3216 lbs
Number of doors 2 - 4
Seating capacity 5
Front hip room 49.5 - 49.6 in
Rear hip room 46.1 - 46.4 in
Front Headroom 38.5 - 38.7 in
Rear Headroom 35.7 - 37.7 in
Front shoulder room 53.00 in
Rear shoulder room 49 - 51.4 in
Fuel tank capacity 13.00 gal
MPG (City/Highway) 22 - 25/29 - 37
Towing capacity 1000 lbs
0-60 mph / 0-100 kph 5.5 - 9.8 sec
¼ mile time 14 - 17.2 sec

Chevrolet Cobalt Common Problems generations


Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a perfect car. Each car has its own design flaws and problems that the user has to deal with. During the Chevrolet Cobalt First generation production period from 2005 to 2010 drivers have reported 7088 complaints. The most common problems are STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM.
Model Year Complaints
2010 Cobalt
451
2009 Cobalt
574
2008 Cobalt
729
2007 Cobalt
1472
2006 Cobalt
2249
2005 Cobalt
1613

Problem Category Number of Problems
STEERING
2006 cobalt steering problem vibrates and shakes. *tr...
3515
~ 63839 miles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
electronic devices engaging passenger airbag and seatbelt notification. when i put an ac adaptor (lightweight) or most electronic devices sometimes...
1218
~ 57242 miles
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. the vehicle was...
839
~ 88849 miles
AIR BAGS
electronic devices engaging passenger airbag and seatbelt notification. when i put an ac adaptor (lightweight) or most electronic devices sometimes...
525
~ 56857 miles
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
my car would not start so i had it towed to the dealership where i was told the fuel pump...
316
~ 66795 miles
ENGINE
tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that while parking the steering wheel and the ignition...
286
~ 87961 miles
POWER TRAIN
the little orange piece of plastic "shift indicator" that says what gear i'm in broke. and for a 2 year...
216
~ 78698 miles
ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM > STEERING
driving at a slow speed 15-20 mph was unable to turn the wheel seems like it locked up. i could...
149
~ 40451 miles
SUSPENSION
2006 cobalt steering problem vibrates and shakes. *tr...
135
~ 45029 miles
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
i purchased the vehicle in february 2010 and i didn't start noticing problems till around summer but they were not...
132
~ 74631 miles
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
back pass side door lock[2x] steering lockup [factory recall] fuel guague/tacomentor bounceing dealer replaced body control sensor now cruize control...
131
~ 73978 miles
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
i purchased the vehicle in february 2010 and i didn't start noticing problems till around summer but they were not...
108
~ 77333 miles
IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2009 chevy cobalt key stuck in ignition. went to turn my car off yesterday 11/8/2010 and the key wouldn't come
106
~ 45352 miles
SERVICE BRAKES
i notice as i was driving that my brake lights would stay on when i am not pushing on the...
102
~ 94408 miles
FUEL PUMP > DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
there is a strong fuel odor. it appears the problem is the same as the nhtsa campaign id number: 12v459000....
100
~ 64061 miles
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
driving at approximately 10 -15 mph the car completely lost power and stopped after making a left turn. a warning...
95
~ 45534 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
uneven brake pad wear in rear at 20 000 kms. the inner brake pad is almost completely worn compared to
83
~ 30308 miles
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
back pass side door lock[2x] steering lockup [factory recall] fuel guague/tacomentor bounceing dealer replaced body control sensor now cruize control...
82
~ 61181 miles
BODY > STRUCTURE
driving down a gravel road when i had to swerve to avoid an on coming car that was in my
78
~ 96905 miles
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN
i purchased the vehicle in february 2010 and i didn't start noticing problems till around summer but they were not...
74
~ 45459 miles
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
i purchased the vehicle in february 2010 and i didn't start noticing problems till around summer but they were not...
68
~ 63249 miles
FRONT > SUSPENSION
tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated the key would not turn off the ignition. the...
59
~ 40596 miles
SWITCH > IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
on 03jun14 i had the ignition switch replaced and the ignition lock cylinder and ignition key replaced due to the...
52
~ 37669 miles
WHEELS
all four rims especially the front passenger were defective but dealer is claiming "impact damage". also the front two tires...
49
~ 47632 miles
SEAT BELTS
tl*the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the vehicle was involved in a rear end crash...
45
~ 52798 miles
EQUIPMENT
i have 5000 miles on my 09 cobalt ss and i took my car in to put stage 1 on...
44
~ 42146 miles
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that when the vehicle was started the traction control...
42
~ 59508 miles
COLUMN > STEERING
tl*the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. while driving 35 mph the contact noticed that the steering wheel was making...
40
~ 37857 miles
TIRES
all four rims especially the front passenger were defective but dealer is claiming "impact damage". also the front two tires...
39
~ 21221 miles
STRUCTURE
tl*the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet cobalt. while driving at approximately 30-40 mph the lights on the instrument panel illuminated...
36
~ 38470 miles
FRONTAL > AIR BAGS
my wife has an defribulator pacemaker. we need the air bag disengaged. we have been haggling with the dealer for...
32
~ 29963 miles
ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
when traveling over 30-35 mph and braking hard (locking up the tires) the engine shuts off. which results in a...
30
~ 33495 miles
DOOR > BODY > STRUCTURE
i purchased a g.m. chevy cobalt lt. 2010 on aug. 30. on clearance sales. and then i found that the...
26
~ 61235 miles
HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM > STEERING
after running multiple errands around town i pulled back into my work parking lot and as i was slowing down...
25
~ 33888 miles
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl*the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet cobalt. while driving at approximately 30-40 mph the lights on the instrument panel illuminated...
22
~ 30199 miles
ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT
i bought a 2009 chevy cobalt in dec. 2010 in feb. 2011 i went to turn my car on the...
21
~ 40313 miles
MANUAL TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN
arrived at my destination and the key was stuck in the on position. i have a manual transmission and had...
17
~ 27789 miles
AIR CONDITIONER > APPLIANCE > EQUIPMENT
2010 chevrolet cobalt. consumer writes in regards to recommending a recall concerning seat belt stops *tgw the consumer stated the...
15
~ 17282 miles
TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the vehicle took several attempts to start. the...
13
~ 53983 miles
PARKING BRAKE
car was acting normal just took a 200 mile round trip the next morning the roads had some snow and...
13
~ 47540 miles
LATCH > DOORS > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
tl*the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. the contact states that the door handle broke. the muffler fell off of...
13
~ 42615 miles
MECHANICAL > EQUIPMENT
i bought a new 08 cobalt in sept 08. i have had to have two steering columns put in a...
13
~ 39457 miles
CLUTCH ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN
tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. while driving approximately 65 mph there was a sudden increase in engine...
11
~ 11643 miles
RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. > ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT
my car radio automatically switches to aux on its own. this is not just when i go over a bump...
11
~ 34752 miles
DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN
brand new car that shakes and vibrates at speeds in excess of 60 mph. *tr...
11
~ 46260 miles
VISIBILITY
at time of purchase of a new 2008 chevrolet cobalt it was noticed the driver side rear view mirror had...
10
~ 19770 miles
ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
driving on highway when i slammed on my brakes to avoid hitting vehicle in front of me when my 2007...
10
~ 8989 miles
HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS > DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the vehicle emitted an abnormal fuel odor. upon...
9
~ 79005 miles
HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
tl* the contact owned a 2008 chevrolet cobalt. while driving approximately 10 mph there was a burning odor coming from...
9
~ 36749 miles
CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN
tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while driving at an unknown speed the vehicle lost power steering and...
9
~ 50095 miles
LOWER ARM > CONTROL ARM > FRONT
tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet cobalt. while driving 34 mph the suspension arm fractured on the vehicle. the...
9
~ 33223 miles
SEATS
suspension sounds like we are bottoming the car out all the time. it can happen anytime we meet a crook...
9
~ 35335 miles
REAR > SUSPENSION
tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that he noticed fluid leaking from the rear drivers...
9
~ 39603 miles
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
purchased used 2007 chevrolet cobalt nov 08 35 503 miles. check engine light came on 2 dec 08. dealer switched...
9
~ 51539 miles
TREAD/BELT > TIRES
all four rims especially the front passenger were defective but dealer is claiming "impact damage". also the front two tires...
8
~ 27591 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
2010 chevrolet cobalt ss. very loud brake squeal coming to a stop 20km and under (louder than a city bus)....
8
~ 28906 miles
FRAME AND MEMBERS > STRUCTURE
2008 chevy cobalt i bought it brand new in jan. 2008! i have had nothing but problems with the passengers...
8
~ 32120 miles
CRUISE CONTROL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
dt*: the contact stated while driving 75 mph the cruise control would not deactivate. to deactivate the cruise control the...
8
~ 2309 miles
INTERIOR LIGHTING
petition for proceeding to remedy a safety defect and hazard which has resulted from the failure of gm to comply...
8
~ 16766 miles
ACCELERATOR PEDAL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet cobalt. while driving approximately 55 mph the accelerator pedal was depressed and the...
7
~ 54496 miles
POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS > VISIBILITY
i bought the car used with approx. 43 000 miles in 2010 and paid for extended warranty but didn't test...
7
~ 12787 miles
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
suspension sounds like we are bottoming the car out all the time. it can happen anytime we meet a crook...
7
~ 50448 miles
DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM > VISIBILITY
tl*the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that while driving uphill 35 mph the steering locked and...
7
~ 56458 miles
ROTOR > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
2007 chevy cobalt ss front brake rotors obtain dangerous runout conditions. in my case the original set lasted 8000 miles...
7
~ 14565 miles
VISIBILITY/WIPER
tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet cobalt. when starting the vehicle the center instrument panel was not illuminated there...
6
~ 95605 miles
TURN SIGNAL > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
2009 chevrolet cobalt. consumer had car taken in repair shop to fix power steering problem ignition switch and the dealer...
6
~ 31128 miles
SIDE/WINDOW > AIR BAGS
i was driving my 2009 chevy cobalt within the posted speed limit when the power steering failed resulting in a...
6
~ 20720 miles
GLASS, SIDE/REAR > VISIBILITY
(1) car shuts itself off while i was driving down the freeway. during@ rush hour i veered away (...
6
~ 19334 miles
RACK AND PINION > STEERING
tl* the contact own a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated the vehicle experienced numerous failures. the rack and pinion...
5
~ 35990 miles
EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
i drove my car around 7:15 am until about 10:00 am. everything was fine. when i started it up again...
5
~ 78300 miles
COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
car ran hot and burnt up engine. *kb...
5
~ 41372 miles
WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
i parked my 2006 chevrolet cobalt in my driveway and overnight an animal climbed up under a plastic schroud over...
5
~ 10779 miles
FLOOR SHIFT > LEVER AND LINKAGE > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
internal binding of the floor shift assembly of my 2006 chevy cobalt with automatic transmission prevented the key from being...
5
~ 33804 miles
SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY > VISIBILITY
today after a hard rain the sunroof leaked again... soaking the headliner from the sunroof forward again. *nm...
5
~ 11521 miles
INTERIOR/UNDER DASH > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the vehicle dashboard leaked water and the vehicle...
4
~ 32855 miles
SIDEWALL > TIRES
tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet cobalt equipped with negotiator hp touring tires (n/a) size 205/55r/16. the contact stated...
4
~ 11438 miles
FRONT > SEAT BELTS
2010 chevrolet cobalt. consumer writes in regards to recommending a recall concerning seat belt stops *tgw the consumer stated the...
4
~ 13500 miles
WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY
2007 chevrolet cobalt ls. consumer states problems with windshield wipers. consumer states wipers skip and rub and do not remove
4
~ 8262 miles
COLUMN SHIFT > LEVER AND LINKAGE > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
2009 chevrolet cobalt. consumer express discontent regarding recall repairs. *tgw the consumer stated when she attempted to back out of...
4
~ 31232 miles
FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
(1) car shuts itself off while i was driving down the freeway. during@ rush hour i veered away (...
4
~ 11001 miles
12V/24V/48V BATTERY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. after the vehicle was repaired according to nhtsa campaign number: 14v171000 (electrical...
3
~ 68333 miles
WHEEL BEARING > FRONT > SUSPENSION
tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph the wheel bearing...
3
~ 46999 miles
MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE > EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
tl*the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. the contact states that the door handle broke. the muffler fell off of...
3
~ 30667 miles
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER > EQUIPMENT
06 cobalt power steering. *tr...
3
~ 33045 miles
GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN
gear shift breaks so ignition key gets stuck in the ignition. have to replace the whole shift assembly. this should
3
~ 44887 miles
MODULE > IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
i bought this car back in june. and i have had nothing but problems with the car. numerous problems with...
3
~ 37093 miles
RIM > WHEELS
own a 2007 chevy cobalt and after 9 000 miles of highway driving the car wheels dented in causing the...
3
~ 900 miles
WINDSHIELD > VISIBILITY
(1) car shuts itself off while i was driving down the freeway. during@ rush hour i veered away (...
3
~ 67668 miles
FAN/MOTOR > DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM > VISIBILITY
(1) car shuts itself off while i was driving down the freeway. during@ rush hour i veered away (...
3
~ 2668 miles
STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR > STEERING
tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the air bag warning light continuously illuminated. the...
2
~ 36755 miles
LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS > WHEELS
tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the lug nuts on the front driver side...
2
~ 43756 miles
SOFTWARE > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while driving 35 mph the loss of power warning indicator illuminated and...
2
~ 70750 miles
AUXILLARY TANK > STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the she smelled gasoline inside the vehicle. the...
2
~ 96500 miles
FLOOR SHIFT ASSEMBLY > MANUAL TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN
tl*the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. the contact states that the door handle broke. the muffler fell off of...
2
~ 6000 miles
CONTROL MODULE > ANTI-THEFT > IGNITION
alarm goes off the power steering and engine light come on. the car starts to jerk violently and the power...
2
~ 32361 miles
PUMP > HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST > STEERING
tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the power steering pump fails while driving various speeds....
2
~ 59500 miles
CHILD SEAT
tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet cobalt. the contact also owns a graco child seat model 8690cnn (na). the seat...
2
POWER ASSIST > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
driving south on the right lane of i-270 about 3/4 mile south of intersection with md 85 with speed of...
2
~ 9607 miles
CATALYTIC CONVERTOR > EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM
tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the catalytic converter failed a total of three times....
2
~ 41500 miles
SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE > FRONTAL > AIR BAGS
tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet cobalt. while driving approximately 50 mph the contact lost control of the vehicle and...
2
~ 49000 miles
PADS > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
with only 42 000 miles on this car the brake rotors have deep grooves as well as little brake pads
2
~ 20000 miles
DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
car makes a series of knocks on a cold start---sounds as if someone is locked inside the trunk of the...
2
~ 6250 miles
ANTI-THEFT DEVICES > ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT
security system failure....car will not start humming noise heard and computer is performing a scan. car can only be started...
2
~ 40500 miles
HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS > DOOR > BODY
dt: the contact had several problems with a vehicle he previously owned. the vehicle stalled while driving. the vehicle was...
2
~ 15785 miles
FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
car purchased 2/21/05. windshield fluid not in the car. driving on highway mud was splash on window tried to wash...
2
~ 4153 miles
GASOLINE > ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
we purchased our 2005 chevrolet cobalt in mid december. in the middle of january we noticed that the air conditioner...
2
~ 14360 miles
MOUNTING > TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE
tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact noticed a fuel leak under the vehicle. the vehicle was...
1
~ 100000 miles
BLIND SPOT DETECTION > LANE DEPARTURE
tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle...
1
~ 73058 miles
HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
2008 chevrolet cobalt. consumer writes in regards to corrosion of the hydraulic brake lines causing fluid loss and impairment of
1
ABS WARNING LIGHT > ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that when the vehicle was started the traction control...
1
~ 67000 miles
MASTER CYLINDER > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. while driving 45 mph the vehicle suddenly stopped accelerating and would not...
1
~ 69000 miles
REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES > VISIBILITY
tl* the contact owns 2010 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the steering wheel was unstable the vehicle would shake...
1
EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
2005 chevrolet cobalt. consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall notice. *smd the consumer stated the first week of...
1
SEAL > AXLE SHAFT > AXLE ASSEMBLY
tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet cobalt. the contact was driving 65 mph when the vehicle began to shake...
1
~ 69700 miles
ROOF AND PILLARS > BODY > STRUCTURE
i have a 2007 chevy cobalt with a leaking sunroof. it has been to the dealer to be fixed 4...
1
~ 12000 miles
LATCH CONNECTOR/CLIP > CHILD SEAT
super latch belt on my radian xtsl (nitro) loosens very easily. we have 2 xtsl seats 1 in flora and...
1
HEATER CORE > DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM > VISIBILITY
2006 chevrolet cobalt. consumer writes in regards to ignition switch and other vehicle problems and unsatisfactory customer service at dealership....
1
TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE > TIRES
back end noise took to a gm dealer to repair they rearranged the spare tire and said they fixed the...
1
~ 6500 miles
LINKAGES > STEERING
tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet cobalt. she stated that while driving 25 mph she heard a grinding noise and...
1
~ 27000 miles
LABELS > OTHER > EQUIPMENT
i have a 2006 cobalt ltz and the power steering keeps going out when i drive down the road also...
1
NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) > ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT
i have a 2006 cobalt ltz and the power steering keeps going out when i drive down the road also...
1
BUCKLE ASSEMBLY > FRONT > SEAT BELTS
tl*the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet cobalt. the contact was driving approximately between 15-20 mph on normal road conditions. a...
1
~ 61882 miles
INJECTORS > FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet cobalt. when ever the contact would drive the vehicle he could smell fuel entering...
1
~ 56422 miles
HUB > FRONT > SUSPENSION
defective front wheel bearing hub assembly for chevy cobalts 2007. *tr...
1
~ 50000 miles
MOTOR > WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY
tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet cobalt. while driving approximately 55 mph in rainy weather the windshield wipers failed....
1
~ 25882 miles
WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES > FRONT > SEAT BELTS
tl*-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while driving approximately 25 mph on normal road conditions and proceeding into a...
1
~ 40833 miles
PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS > TIRES
2008 chevrolet cobalt digital tire pressure monitor will not indicate tire pressure. attempts to reset via instruction manual have failed.
1
~ 7700 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
tl-contact stated she was driving at 45mph and her brakes locked on her. this has happen over eight times. contact...
1
~ 27538 miles
HARNESS/CROTCH BUCKLE > CHILD SEAT
tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet cobalt. the contact also owns a graco child seat model 8690cnn (na). the seat...
1
RETRACTOR > FRONT > SEAT BELTS
tl*the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the front driver and passenger seat belt retractors were...
1
~ 53000 miles
CONTROL UNIT/MODULE > ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
i was driving and tried to brake before a curb and spun out of control i was not even going...
1
~ 29917 miles
POWER STEERING FLUID > HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST > STEERING
i was driving and tried to brake before a curb and spun out of control i was not even going...
1
~ 29917 miles
WHEEL SPEED SENSOR > ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
i was driving and tried to brake before a curb and spun out of control i was not even going...
1
~ 29917 miles
LUBRICANT > MANUAL TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN
driving down the road and hit a large rock-causing a hole in the oil pan. no lights or warning sounds...
1
RACK > RACK AND PINION > STEERING
tl*the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet cobalt. after purchasing the vehicle the contact heard a rattling noise. the rattling sound...
1
~ 37000 miles
REAR/OTHER > SEAT BELTS
no incidents have happen but i noticed my six year old sitting in his booster seat in the back seat...
1
OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL > OTHER > EQUIPMENT
i purchased a new 2007 cobalt on 8/1/07. i could not start the car at night on two occasions when...
1
~ 4551 miles
MULTI PIECE > WHEELS
own a 2007 chevy cobalt and after 9 000 miles of highway driving the car wheels dented in causing the...
1
BUMPERS > BODY > STRUCTURE
i was at a red light the light turned green i started to go and the person in front of...
1
~ 14450 miles
HOOD > BODY > STRUCTURE
i was at a red light the light turned green i started to go and the person in front of...
1
~ 14450 miles
UNDERBODY SHIELDS > FRAME AND MEMBERS > STRUCTURE
i was at a red light the light turned green i started to go and the person in front of...
1
~ 14450 miles
KNEE BOLSTER > AIR BAGS
i was at a red light the light turned green i started to go and the person in front of...
1
~ 14450 miles
BACK UP LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
i have had my 2005 chevy cobalt since july 2005. at 800 miles i had it serviced for a leak...
1
~ 49862 miles
SHOCK ABSORBER > REAR > SUSPENSION
(1) car shuts itself off while i was driving down the freeway. during@ rush hour i veered away (...
1
~ 5 miles
LINKAGES > WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY
i purchased a 2006 cobalt ls level 2 used in october of 06. shortly after the purchase my car started...
1
~ 29000 miles
SWITCH > TURN SIGNAL > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
dt*: the contact stated while driving 30 mph the turn signals switch did not work. after driving the vehicle for...
1
~ 15 miles
SWITCH > BRAKE LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
on a regular basis ( about once a day ) the brake lights stay on when the brake pedal is...
1
~ 10000 miles
FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
dt*: the contact stated after driving the vehicle brake dust was noticed on the front rims the inside of the...
1
~ 4100 miles
RADIATOR ASSEMBLY > COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
dt: the contact stated while driving the coolant light illuminated on the dashboard. she pulled to the side of the...
1
~ 1100 miles
HIGH/LOW BEAM DIMMER SWITCH > HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
i purchased a 2005 chevrolet cobalt in august of 2005. in december of 05 the car was having a problem...
1
~ 7273 miles
HUB > WHEELS
dt: the consumer stated that he heard a snapping noise in steering column and could feel it in the steering...
1
~ 1774 miles
SHAFT SECTOR > GEAR BOX > STEERING
dt: the contact stated while driving on rough roads a noise was coming from the steering. the noise sounded like...
1
~ 1500 miles
PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE) > CLUTCH ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN
dt: the contact states that the clutch pedal failed in the middle of driving.*ak...
1
ANTI-THEFT DEVICE > COLUMN LOCKING > STEERING
dt: while driving down the road powering steering locked vehicle would throw consumer forward and backward in the seat. coming...
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PEDALS AND LINKAGES > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
dt: while driving down the road powering steering locked vehicle would throw consumer forward and backward in the seat. coming...
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STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
while driving home a 2005 chevy cobalt we ran over a small rock that had fallen from a truck...
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HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
my daughter was driving her new (less than 300 miles on it) cobalt late saturday evening with our four-year old...
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DRUM > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
while applying the brake pedal rear brakes locked up. driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle and pulled...
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HORN > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
car purchased 2/21/05. windshield fluid not in the car. driving on highway mud was splash on window tried to wash...
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PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN
car would not start and and after several attempts reverse lights came on. problem was determined to be a broken
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FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM > STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
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How to improve the appearance of your Chevrolet Cobalt and to make it look younger?


Time goes on, and the automobile industry does not stand still. The cars that were trendy just a few years ago no longer make people look at you with such enthusiasm. However, you won't love your car any less because it's getting old. But if you want your Chevrolet Cobalt to stand out from the crowd and still catch the eye, transform its appearance. Put on nice rims - it'll make it more noticeable right away. Install coilovers - lowered cars always look cooler. Add fender flares to the kit and you get a sportier look. Put decals on it and people passing by won't be able to take their eyes off of you.

However, you can not only change the appearance of your car beyond recognition, but also to rejuvenate it. If you want, you can make your car a couple of generations younger. To do this you should buy a body kit - a set of body elements that repeat the outlines of cars of later versions. It won't make the car go faster, but it will be extremely difficult to notice the differences externally.

Body kits

  • GOOACC 240PCS Bumper Retainer Clips Car Plastic Rivets Fasteners Push Retainer Kit Most Popular Sizes Auto Push Pin Rivets Set -Door Trim Panel Fender Clips for GM Ford Toyota Honda Chrysler

    GOOACC 240PCS Bumper Retainer Clips Car ...

    • UNIVERSAL FIT KIT - Great Assortment Push Retainer Kit with 12 popular size, fitting for door trim, radiator shield yoke, fender, bumper and splash shield retainers replacement for Ford, GM, Chrysler, Toyota, Honda and more.
  • iJDMTOY 30W High Power 10-LED LEDayFlex Style Flexible Free Style LED Daytime Running Light Kit, Xenon White Color

    iJDMTOY 30W High Power 10-LED LEDayFlex ...

    • All new Free-style flexible design
    • 10 pieces super bright 3W each eagle eye LED lights (30W total)
    • Each LED light is measured at 0.94" in diameter and 1.00" in length
    • Free style mounting to bumper...
  • Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler Splitter Diffuser Protector Body Kit with Adjustable 10'-13' Support Splitter Rod Compatible with Honda Accord Civic, Volkswagen MK5 MK6 MK7, Black w/Red

    Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...

    • 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
    • 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
  • Xotic Tech Universal Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler Splitter Diffuser Guard Wing Protector Trim Car Body Kit with Adjustable 8'-11' Support Splitter Rod-Black

    Xotic Tech Universal Front Bumper Lip Ch...

    • [Model] - Universal fitment for most vehicle front bumper lip.(Please measure and check the position you are going to install the spoiler, and make sure these splitters will fit your vehicle before purchase.)
    • [Material] -...
  • Bumper Trunk Quick Release Front Rear Bumper Fastener Kit(blue) …

    Bumper Trunk Quick Release Front Rear Bu...

    • Need to attach and detach your bumper quickly? Quick release fasteners are great for front bumpers, rear bumpers, and hatch lids that need to be frequently removed. They are perfect for people who go to...
  • Mega Racer Universal JDM Racing Style Glossy Black Hood Scoop Body Kit, Decorative and Functional for Air Flow Intake, Cars and Trucks Vent Accessories

    Mega Racer Universal JDM Racing Style Gl...

    • ? UNIVERSAL FIT: Our Hood Scoop Is Ultra Light Weight And Designed To Be A Universal Fit With Every Car With A Flat Hood Type. Upgrade The Look Of Your Vehicle With No Cutting Or...

Fender flares

  • EZ Flares – The Original Universal Flexible Foam Rubber 1-Inch Fender Flares

    EZ Flares – The Original Universal Fle...

    • ENHANCE & PROTECT YOUR RIDE – The universal fender EZ Flares are a fast, easy, and low-cost way to give your car an aggressive, off-road look! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
  • EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal Flexible Foam Rubber 2-Inch Fender Flares

    EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal ...

    • MAXIMUM PROTECTION & TIRE COVERAGE – The universal EZ Flares XL are fast, easy way to give your truck an aggressive, off-road look and stay legal! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
  • GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip,Bumper Shield Retainer Clip Assortment 6506007AA 68039280-AA 6030441 for Jeep Wrangler Chrysler Ford GMC [60 Pcs] + Bonus Fastener Remover

    GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker...

    • 20 Pieces of Nylon Blind Rivets: Replaces GM: 10184895, 20452072 Ford: N803862-S, Chrysler: 6501559, 6506007-AA
    • 20 Pieces of Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip:Replaces Chrysler: 68039280-AA Jeep Wrangler JK & Wrangler Unlimited JK 2007 -
  • Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Flare Moulding Clips - Compatible with: Chrysler, Jeep - Wrangler, Liberty - Replaces OEM #: 55157055-AA, 55157065-AA, 68039280-AA

    Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Fla...

    • Precision-engineered to push firmly into a 10 mm hole and lock into place.
    • Ready to fit snuggly into your vehicle with the 14 mm stem length and the 38 mm head diameter.
    • Compatible with Chrysler:...
  • 50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim Fastener, Fender Flare Retainer Clips Compatible with 4Runner, FJ Cruiser, Highlander, RAV4, Tacoma - Replace OEM: 75495-35010 75397-35010

    50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim...

    • [High quality material]: Fender Flare Clips are made of high quality Nylon material, which is wear-resistant and corrosion resistant. It is equipped with black foam for better sealing, smaller swing, and is not easy to...
  • A-Premium 4 Pcs Black Universal Splash Guards Mud Flaps Mudflaps Mudguard Fender Flares for Car Pickup Truck SUV with Hardware Front and Rear

    A-Premium 4 Pcs Black Universal Splash G...

    • Upgraded Universal Mud Flaps Splash Guards; Drilling Holes Required
    • Compatible Makes: Universal; For All Body Styles: Car, Pickup, SUV, Van, Truck, etc.
    • Package Includes: 4 Pcs (1 Set) --- Front and Rear
    • Color: Black; Material:...

Rims

  • All-Fit Rim Trim Wheel Protection Strips for Curb Rash Prevention – Universal Fit (Black)

    All-Fit Rim Trim Wheel Protection Strips...

    • Car Wheel Rim Protection Strips Available In 7 Standout Colors ?
    • 25 Feet of OEM Grade Wheel Rim Material That Won't Rip Or Tear
    • Package Includes Enough Rim Trim Wheel Protection For Four 24 inch...
  • Tallew 4 Pcs Push Through Wheel Center Caps 4.25 Inch Stainless Steel Push Through Center Caps Car Trailer Wheel Center Caps for Truck Auto Wheels and Rims, Silver

    Tallew 4 Pcs Push Through Wheel Center C...

    • Quality Material Selection: made of quality stainless steel, the wheel center cap is sturdy and solid, reliable and long lasting, strong enough against breakage, deformation and abrasion, serving you for long
    • Notable Size Details: the...
  • VARGTR 4 Pcs Tire Valve Stem Caps,Luminous Skull Tire Air Valves Stem Caps,Night Glow Luminous Wheels Cap Tire Valve Stem,Tire Valve Caps Wheel Rim Dust Cover for Car Truck Motorcycles SUVs (Red)

    VARGTR 4 Pcs Tire Valve Stem Caps,Lumino...

    • [Material] The valve dust cap is made of high-quality and durable ABS plastic, which is dustproof and waterproof and can be used for a long time.
    • [Fluorescent Design] The wheel tire valve absorbs light when...
  • Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch Up Paint Rim Scratch Repair Pen Quick And Easy Wheel(BLACK)

    Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...

    • If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
    • It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
  • Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch Up Paint Rim Scratch Repair Pen Quick And Easy Wheel(silver)

    Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...

    • If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
    • It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
  • Reswish 20 PCS Car Wheel Decorative Stripe Stickers Car Wheel Rim Stickers,Night Reflective Car Wheel Safety Warning Stripe Decals Stickers, Universal Wheel Warning Adhesive Strips for Car, Motocycle, Bicycle (Orange)

    Reswish 20 PCS Car Wheel Decorative Stri...

    • [Package Included] You will get 20 pieces of reflective stickers for car wheels, which are 0.28x3.5 inches in size and suitable for round rims.
    • [High Quality Material] The reflective strips for universal wheels of automobiles...

Coilovers

  • iJDMTOY Universal Fit Gun Metal Grey Finish JDM Quick Release Fastener Kit Compatible With Car Bumper Trunk Fender Hatch Lid

    iJDMTOY Universal Fit Gun Metal Grey Fin...

    • Universal fit for most cars (sedan/coupe/convertible)
    • Come with (4) gunmetal grey color powder-coated anodized finish aluminum fasteners, (4) sets of stainless bolts/nuts/washers, (2) high strength fastener O-ring rubber bands
    • Made with T6 6061 high quality...
  • Xotic Tech 2pc Adjustable 6'-9' Front Bumper Lip Splitter Diffuser Strut Rod Tie Bars Compatible with Most Vehicles [Silver]

    Xotic Tech 2pc Adjustable 6"-9" Front Bu...

    • ?2 pieces of front bumper lip splitter rod strut tie bars, universal for cars use.
    • ?Package includes fully articulated top and bottom joins which allow them to be installed at any angle.
    • ?Made with premium...
  • Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler Splitter Diffuser Protector Body Kit with Adjustable 10'-13' Support Splitter Rod Compatible with Honda Accord Civic, Volkswagen MK5 MK6 MK7, Black w/White

    Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...

    • 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
    • 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
  • J2 Engineering Black LN-T7-011-15-BK

    J2 Engineering Black LN-T7-011-15-BK

    • Heavy Duty T6-7075 Forged Aluminum Construction, Anodized Finish
    • 25mm Outside Diameter / 50mm Height
    • Open End Design, Spline Drive Style Locks
    • Comes as a Set of 20 Lock Nuts / 1 Lock Key
    • Fits Conical...
  • Godspeed MSS1099-A MonoSS Coilovers Lowering Kit, Ride Height And Damping Adjustable, compatible with Chevrolet Cobalt 2005-10

    Godspeed MSS1099-A MonoSS Coilovers Lowe...

    • compatible with Chevrolet Cobalt 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010
    • Large Mono-Tube Shock With 16 Levels of Damping Adjustment Corresponds to Daily Driving Scene To The Sunday Track
    • High Tensile Internal Piston With Koyo Japan...
  • Yaruicar Custom Car Floor Mats Automotive Floor mat (Mats Color 19)

    Yaruicar Custom Car Floor Mats Automotiv...

    • Car Floor Mats fit for Honda, Toyota, Ford, Cadillac, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Chevrolet, Volkswagen, Buick, Porsche, Acura, etc. Model,Click the customize button start your order
    • All the colors are in stock. The processing will be...

Decals

  • 24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker Large Funny Bandage Vinyl Decal for Car Truck Vehicle Window Funny Decals Automotive Decals

    24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker...

    • What Will You Get: this package contains 2 pieces 24 x 6.6 inches of large size car stickers for easy replacement and sharing, this will be the ideal present option, and if you have a...
  • Arrow Reflective Stickers for Car, 24PCS Safety Warning Stripe Adhesive Decals, Night Visibility Diamond Grade Reflective Decoration for Bumper, Universal for Car, Truck, Motorcycle, Bicycle

    Arrow Reflective Stickers for Car, 24PCS...

    • 【Safety Warning Stickers】: This car sticker is designed with a diamond-grade, high-brightness reflective prism structure, which can have a good reflective effect even in low light. It is not only a cool decorative item, but...
  • Frienda 6 Pieces Small Flame Decals Stickers Car Fire Breather Decals Waterproof Transfer Stickers for Motorcycle Helmet, 6 x 7 Inch

    Frienda 6 Pieces Small Flame Decals Stic...

    • Adorn your cars: these transfer decals are the fastest and easiest way to customize your car, can add more shine and personality to your vehicles and win more compliments from others
    • Easy to use: the...
  • 7 inch Snow Mountain Tree Stickers for Car, Mountains Graphic Logo Decals, Premium Badge Decals for Car Trunk Tailgate Emblem, Auto Decoration Accessories Universal for Truck, SUV, Laptop, Wall

    7 inch Snow Mountain Tree Stickers for C...

    • 【Works for A Long Time】: This forest snow mountain sticker is made of high quality PVC material, not only waterproof and anti-fading, but also not easy to fade very durable. We use a high level...
  • SINGARO Funny Car Stickers Exterior Accessories, High Gas Consumption Decal, Universal Fuel Gage Stickers, Suitable for Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles, SUVs

    SINGARO Funny Car Stickers Exterior Acce...

    • Funny stickers: Decorate your beloved car with this funny car sticker.
    • Sticker composition: The sticker consists of three parts, the first layer is a transparent transfer film, the second layer is a car sticker, and...
  • 3D Aluminum Alloy American US Flag Decal, 2PCS 3.8' X 0.6' Patriotic Stars Stripe USA Flag Car Stickers for Laptop/Car/Truck/Window/Bumper

    3D Aluminum Alloy American US Flag Decal...

    • Note: Please refer to picture 2 for size. The size of each shape is different. Please confirm the shape and size you need carefully before purchasing.Waterproof, light, no shrinkage, no fading, no rust.
    • Quality: High...


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