This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
So how do you find out what problems are occurring? For this NHTSA complaint data, the only way is to read through the comments below. Any duplicates or errors? It's not us.
I smelled gas. Took it to the shop. The fuel supply line was leaking. Took it to the dealer and not covered under warranty, why not" I'm having the fuel filter replaced, which is covered. Plus, my car is losing power while on the interstate. I see the electric power assist is under recall, but the dealer told me it doesn't apply to my car, why not" in motion, on the interstate. Recall no. 10V073000.
I was driving home from gas station/ city rd and my keys came out of my ignition and I felt them hit my knee while driving! I slowly put them back in, then I turned down an ally after I had my key back in and got back home to park it. It's been parked since June 13th 2020. Because I know that can make my steering wheel lock up! I drive out of town a lot. And my 4 year old daughter is always with me!! so I'm not taking the chance of me driving 70mph and my steering wheel locking up!
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated while driving at a low speed and entering the driveway, the vehicle loss power steering with the power steering assist fault warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed and confirmed the power steering assist failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 10V073000 (steering) however, the VIN was not included. The neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
My power steering is getting real hard to steer and I do not have the money to get it check so I hope it is under recall can you help I hope thank you. My email [xxx] tel# [xxx]. information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that the electronic power steering stopped working when she attempted to start the vehicle. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The contact researched the failure and found that the electronic power steering was faulty. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 147,649.
My steering wheel has locked on me while driving away from my sisters house. I didnt crash into anything. Thank goodness. I went back to the dealership of which I financed the vehicle and the man said there they will not take the car back and refund my money. Ive only been able to pay 2 car payments on this car & put $1,600 for a down-payment.
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that all four windows failed to function and the radio flickered. On another occasion, while driving 30 mph, the vehicle stalled and the check tire sensor warning message was illuminated. The steering wheel became difficult to turn, but the contact managed to drive home. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the warning indicator turned off. The vehicle was towed to superior Chevrolet (located at 4770 covington hwy, Decatur, ga 30035, (404) 284-7630), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was unknown.
I was driving to run errands and I parked. When I was trying to backup and drive again, I had sudden loss of steering control. I almost crashed into a car near me since I could not maneuver the steering wheel in a way to get out of the way. Luckily after this happened someone recommended me to turn off the car and turn the steering wheel again to see if the steering would return to normal. Fortunately, I wasn't in a busy street when this happened otherwise I could have been in a serious wreck.
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. While driving 15 mph out of a parking lot, the steering wheel seized and the check engine indicator illuminated. The contact attempted to drive home, but could not steer the vehicle. An independent towing company was contacted and towed the vehicle to the contact's home. Tim lally Chevrolet (24999 miles rd, warrensville heights, oh 44128, (440) 359-8781) informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 128,000.
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. While driving 20 mph and attempting to switch over to the right lane, the steering wheel seized without warning. The contact continued to drive home without power steering and had difficulty turning the steering wheel. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 159,087.
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. While driving approximately 10 mph, the contact attempted to turn into his driveway; however, the steering became difficult to maneuver. An independent mechanic was contacted and the contact was informed of a possible recall on the vehicle. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 10V073000 (steering). The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.
The gauges on the dash go haywire. A subtle 'ding ding' sound is made. The engine has difficulty accelerating and will only do so in spurts. A power steering warning is displayed on the dash and the steering wheel becomes very tight and impossible to turn. Car will give you about a minute, tops, to do something before shutting down completely. Issue happens randomly but seems to be triggered by the car decelerating into first gear, at a stoplight for example. However, this past incident happened while on the interstate and nearly caused a collision with a semi. My particular VIN is not included in the loss of power steering recall involving Chevrolet Cobalts, General Motors recall number:10023 and NHTSA recall number: 10V073000. However, based on performance the past 6 months, I sincerely believe it should be.
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. While driving at low speeds, there was a grinding noise coming from the steering wheel and the power steering warning indicator illuminated. The contact also mentioned that the air bag warning indicator illuminated periodically. The steering wheel was unable to be turned. When the vehicle was restarted, it functioned normally. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the passenger side air bag sensor and the electric motor power steering needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 141,152.
The contact owned a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. While driving 65 mph, the power steering and steering wheel seized. The contact could not regain control of the steering. As a result, the vehicle veered into the left lane, flipped over, rolled five times, and crashed into the shoulder spacing. The contact was ejected from the vehicle and lost consciousness. The air bags deployed, but the contact had no recollection of the deployment. The contact sustained bruises, headaches, back and neck pain, and muscle spasms. Medical attention was received. A police report was filed. The contact's insurance company deemed the vehicle totaled. The vehicle was towed from the scene. The cause of the steering failure was not diagnosed. The manufacturer and dealer were not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 130,000.
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. While driving 70 mph, the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 50,000.
"takata recall" I am buying this vehicle from a buy here pay here lot.during my experiernce driving this car. I've had trouble steering the wheel.I brought in in to tire discounters for inspection testing. The result the auto tech explained to me in writing that I have electrical issues with the car.also the tires was placed on backwards and the car needs new tires.the check engine light is on in the car.in motion on the street when experiencing this problem.the sensors are bad.this vechicle is programmed and needs a remote.I have to go to the dealer resolve it.time auto sales in latonia Kentucky previous owner of this car.
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