2007 Chevrolet Cobalt problems
The Chevrolet Cobalt is a compact car introduced by Chevrolet in 2004 for the 2005 model year. The Cobalt replaced both the Cavalier and the Toyota-based Geo/Chevrolet Prizm as Chevrolet's compact car. The Cobalt was available as both a coupe and sedan, as well as a sport compact version dubbed the Cobalt SS. Like the Chevrolet HHR and the Saturn ION, it was based on the GM Delta platform.
A Pontiac version was sold in the United States and Mexico under the G5 name for 2007–2009. It was sold as the Pontiac G4 in Mexico for 2005–2006 and as the Pontiac G5 in Canada for its entire run (where it was briefly known as the Pontiac Pursuit and later Pontiac G5 Pursuit). The G5 replaced the Cavalier-related Pontiac Sunfire. While the Cobalt was available as a 2-door coupe and a 4-door sedan in all markets it was offered in, the G5 was only available as a coupé in the United States while a sedan version was sold alongside the coupé in Canada and Mexico.
As with their predecessors, all Cobalts and its Pontiac equivalents were manufactured at GM's plant in Ramos Arizpe, Mexico and Lordstown, Ohio. The United States Environmental Protection Agency classified the Cobalt as a subcompact car.
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Common 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt problems
The 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt has been reported to have several common problems, primarily related to the power steering system, fuel system, and engine.
- Fuel System Issues: The fuel system issues show up on many Cobalt models at around 100,000 miles. The fuel pump, tank, and fuel neck are all prone to cracking, leading to leaks. Replacing the parts as they wear out can cost around $1,200.
- Stalling Engines: Stalling engines are another common complaint at around 75,000 miles. The main engine computer, called the power control module, fails easily and replacing it costs roughly $900.
- Faulty Power Steering Motor: The 2007 Cobalt was part of a recall by GM due to a faulty power steering motor. The recall notice was sent to owners between March 29, 2010, and November 2010. The remedy is to replace the electric power steering motor free of charge.
- Fuel Pump Module Recall: General Motors is recalling certain model year 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt and Saturn Ion vehicles and model year 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, Pontiac G5 and Saturn Ion vehicles. The plastic supply or return port on the modular reservoir assembly may crack, causing fuel to leak from the area. This could lead to vehicle performance issues and an increased risk of a fire.
- Key Stuck in the Ignition: The 2007 Cobalt has had issues with the key getting stuck in the ignition after parking the car. This was an issue with a faulty automatic transmission shifter in the floor console.
- Grinding Transmission: The 2008 Cobalt, which inherited most of the problems from 2005 and 2006, has had complaints about a grinding transmission when shifting. The issue happens at low mileage and is caused by low fluid transmission, contaminated transmission fluid, cracked or chipped gear, and faulty synchronizer.
- Wiring Problems: Some owners have reported wiring problems with the 2007 Cobalt, causing power steering to stop working, lights such as security and airbag to go on, and all gauges to go crazy with the tranny switch flickering.
These problems can significantly impact the reliability and safety of the 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, and potential buyers should be aware of these issues before making a purchase decision.
What problems do 2007 Chevy Cobalt have?
Top 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt Problems
- Ignition Key Stuck Due to Failed Shifter. ...
- Check Engine Light and Misfire Due to Ignition Module/Coil Failure. ...
- Broken Timing Chain. ...
- Check Engine Light Due to Gas Cap Issue. ...
- Ignition Key Stuck Due to Failed Shifter. ...
- Flush brake fluid every 60,000 miles. ...
- Check Engine Light Due to Gas Cap Issue.
What years to avoid Chevy Cobalt?
To save you time, here's a quick list of the worst Cobalt model years to avoid:
- 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
- 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
- 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
How many miles will 2007 Cobalt last?
As with any vehicle, life expectancy is a product of careful maintenance and diligent care. With regular maintenance, You should expect Your '07 Cobalt to last upwards of 140,000 miles. With religious fluid changes and proactive tune ups, it's realistic to hit 175,000.
How good is a 2007 Chevy Cobalt?
The Chevrolet Cobalt was an improvement over the dated, outgoing Cavalier, but it's still just an average small sedan. It isn't very agile and the steering is too light at low speeds. The seats lack support and the cabin feels cramped. Although quick, the Cobalt's engine is noisy and returns paltry fuel economy.
What problems do 2007 Chevy Cobalt have?
Top 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt Problems
- Ignition Key Stuck Due to Failed Shifter. ...
- Check Engine Light and Misfire Due to Ignition Module/Coil Failure. ...
- Broken Timing Chain. ...
- Check Engine Light Due to Gas Cap Issue. ...
- Ignition Key Stuck Due to Failed Shifter. ...
- Flush brake fluid every 60,000 miles. ...
- Check Engine Light Due to Gas Cap Issue.
What are the problems with Cobalt?
It can harm the eyes, skin, heart, and lungs. Exposure to cobalt may cause cancer. Workers may be harmed from exposure to cobalt and cobalt-containing products.
What years to avoid Chevy Cobalt?
To save you time, here's a quick list of the worst Cobalt model years to avoid:
- 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
- 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
- 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
- 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
How many miles will 2007 Cobalt last?
As with any vehicle, life expectancy is a product of careful maintenance and diligent care. With regular maintenance, You should expect Your '07 Cobalt to last upwards of 140,000 miles. With religious fluid changes and proactive tune ups, it's realistic to hit 175,000.
2007 Chevrolet Cobalt car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet Cobalt problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Steering problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
- Electrical system problems
- Fuel system problems
- Gasoline problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
The NHTSA has received 1556 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt vehicles.
2024-05-01
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-01
- VIN: 1G1AL15F777
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware of a loud noise coming from the steering wheel. After the failure, while attempting to park the vehicle, the contact became aware of a crunchy sound coming from the steering wheel. The contact stated that due to the failure result, the steering wheel became abnormally stiff and difficult to maneuver. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.
2024-03-11
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-05
- VIN: 1G1AP18P977
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Timing chain came right threw the valve cover
2024-03-07
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-04-30
- VIN: 1G1AK55F277
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Key can be removed while a car is still running. It still does this. Hasn't been repaired.
2024-01-11
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-09
- VIN: 1G1AK15FX77
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Started smelling gas when driving vehicle. Found fuel leak on top of fuel tank. Took vehicle to Mesa Auto Works (480-969-1954) on [XXX] and they diagnosed a Fuel Pump Module broken and leaking fuel. Replaced unit at a cost of $730.22 with the fuel pump module costing $382.80. This defect could have resulted in a car fire and or worse. Definitely a safety issue. I have searched online and found many other complaints about this same defect. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2024-01-11
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-01
- VIN: 1G1AL15F977
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: The fuel pump failed and had began leaking profusely. The car was brought to the Chevy dealership where I was told it would be fixed under special coverage 12191. Chevy had tried an aftermarket part to fix but it would not seal properly and continued to leak. I got in contact with General Motors who said a new part had been ordered, a week later they told me there was no new part as they discontinued it. They are now saying that it isn’t their responsibility to fix the car due to its mileage even though special coverage 12191 specifically states no expiration due to mileage. They are offering me a credit towards a down payment which I do not want as I am not interested in having a new car payment, i want my car repaired or to be compensated once they total it out. This is my daily driver car and I have been without it for four months while GM shoves me around and refuses to deliver on their failed product. Please help.
2023-12-26
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-26
- VIN: 1G1AL15F577
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that the vehicle made an abnormal sound while reversing. Additionally, the contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the power steering warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that while attempting to drive the vehicle, the steering wheel was firm. The contact turned around and drove back to the residence. The dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 10V073000 (Steering); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 179,200.
2023-10-23
AIR BAGS,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-04
- VIN: 1G1AK15F677
- Components: AIR BAGS,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the Service Air Bag message was intermittently displayed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
2023-09-06
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-18
- VIN: 1G1AL18F677
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Gas smell, no gas is visable on ground and vehicle is hard to start after sitting.
2023-09-06
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-01
- VIN: 1G1AK55F977
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that there was an abnormal fuel odor near the fuel tank. There was fuel leaking from the fuel cap. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 09V419000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000.
2023-04-26
STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES, AIR PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-23
- VIN: 1G1AL55F077
- Components: STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
- Summary: The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated while driving 25-35 MPH, the RPM’s continuously fluctuated, and the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The ABS warning light was illuminated and the message "Power Steering Failure" was displayed. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road by using physical force to turn the steering wheel. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle; however, the failure persisted. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to the residence. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 10V073000 (Steering); however, the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was approximately 191,000.
2023-02-14
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-02-07
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that upon inspecting the vehicle, he noticed a fuel odor and a leak at the rear driver’s side tire. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000. The VIN was unavailable.
2023-01-26
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-19
- VIN: 1G1AL15F277
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal fuel odor inside the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 200,000.
2023-01-09
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-06
- VIN: 1G1AL55F077
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the anti-theft warning light illuminated. Additionally, the low fuel warning light was illuminated; however, there was fuel in the tank. The contact stated that the vehicle lost power steering functionality and the steering wheel became firm. The contact pulled over on the side of the road and waited for the vehicle to cool down. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was contacted, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was 155,000.
2022-12-21
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-12-09
- VIN: 1G1AK15F077
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: fuel lines starting pouring gas right at driver side rear wheel gas lines rusted with holes in them and my car only has 40 thousand miles on it and parked in a garage this could have been very bad since the gas lines are right next to the exhaust
2022-11-29
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-11-26
- VIN: 1G1AK55F477
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that on multiple occasions while driving at unknown speeds, he heard an abnormal beeping sound, and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. An unknown warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 177,000.
2022-11-17
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-12-16
- Number Of Deaths: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G1AL55F477
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The driver of the Cobalt lost control and swerved into the path of a tractor-trailer and collided head-on with the tractor-trailer. The airbag in the Cobalt did not deploy despite significant frontal damage to the Cobalt. A download of the ACU in the Cobalt revealed that the Cobalt's ignition switch was in the accessory position at the time of the crash. The ignition switch recall work had been performed on the Cobalt prior to the crash.
2022-10-31
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-10-27
- VIN: 1G1AK15F777
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver and started to shake. The power steering assist warning light illuminated then turned off. The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact scheduled and appointment. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.
2022-08-16
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-07-27
- VIN: 1g1AL55F677
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: I was driving down the road and I used my blinker then my car shut off while driving, its turned back on in seconds then when I came to a complete stop the car shut off while on drive and it lost communication to the Tcm and it was displaying messages such as “low fuel” and the rpms was at zero
2022-08-05
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-08-05
- VIN: 1G1AP15P677
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Fuel pump inlet cracked causing massive fuel leak.
2022-06-18
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-04-17
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G1AK15F377
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: I wrecked my car and after having it fixed and reset the seat belts are still locked up. this is an extremely common problem in cobalts it seems. i went chevrolet dealership and they are telling me that it isnt fixable, that the seatbelts will just suck back down inside again. my car is fixed but is now rendered not safe to drive because the seat belts dont work, and theres no way to have them fixed according to chevrolet.
2022-05-23
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-10-23
- VIN: 1G1AP18P377
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated while driving approximately 55-60 MPH, the power steering warning light illuminated and the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road using extra effort to steer the vehicle. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle and the vehicle regained power steering functionality. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring while driving. The dealer was notified of the failure and advised the contact to take the vehicle in for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 10V073000 (Steering). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 143,000.
2022-05-08
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-08-05
- VIN: 1G1AL55F677
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Fuel leak from rusted fuel lines. I am willing to allow the vehicle to be inspected as it hasn't been repaired. The fuel leak appeared to be in front of the drivers side rear wheel and it is near the exhaust which is very dangerous.
2022-04-13
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-04-01
- VIN: 1g1AK55F977
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel suddenly became very difficult to turn in either direction. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and the manufacturer were not yet notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 125,000.
2022-04-02
STEERING,POWER TRAIN,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-04-02
- VIN: 1G1AK55F977
- Components: STEERING,POWER TRAIN,AIR BAGS
- Summary: I purchased a 2007 Chevy cobalt and was told by an independent shop that their computer was reading codes for the ignition switch and the air bag lights are on. On top of it the power steering feels like it goes in and out. I know there’s recalls on the 2007 Chevy cobalts for the exact reasoning. Faulty ignition switch and the airbags not deploying because of it. Along with like 4 other recalls GM announced. I just purchased the car not even two weeks ago so I was told to come on here and file a complaint to see if I can get the recall letter so the dealership can fix the car.
2022-03-19
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-01-21
- VIN: 1G1AL55F477
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: I do believe or at least was told that the noise sounds like the steering motor is going out. When I was trying to look for part stores that have one, the first thing that came up was a couple of images, but then the next thing was GM recalls on my year and make and the part I was looking up. I can't find it by entering my VIN# on GM website. I was told that my Chevy Cobalt was knowing to have issues with the steering.
2007 Chevrolet Cobalt recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 6 recalls for different components of the 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
2014-04-30
- Manufacturer: UCI-FRAM Group
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
- Summary: UCI-FRAM Group is recalling certain LS1328 ignition Switches sold as Wells LS1328, Duralast LS1328, Airtex 1S6097, and Carquest 53-27479, and LS1497 Ignition Switches sold as Wells LS1497, Duralast LS1497, Airtex 1S10961, and Carquest 53-27967, for use on various General Motors model and model year vehicles during repair and replacement of the original ignition switch. The weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the affected ignition switches to move out of the run position, turning off the engine and disabling the air bags.
- Consequence: If the ignition switch moves from the run position to accessory, the car would stall and the air bags will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of personal injury to the occupants.
- Remedy: UCI-FRAM Group has notified its purchasers to quarantine and return all inventory. Any switches already installed in vehicles will be replaced by GM dealers as part of NHTSA recall 14V-047, free of charge. UCI-Fram's purchasers should contact UCI-FRAM Group at 1-800-890-2075. GM vehicle owners requiring additional information on that recall campaign should contact GM at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), 1-800-762-2737 (Pontiac) or 1-800-553-6000 (Saturn).
2014-04-10
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
- Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 2006-2011 Chevrolet HHR, 2007-2010 Pontiac G5, 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice, 2003-2007 Saturn Ion, and 2007-2010 Saturn Sky vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the key can be removed from the ignition when the ignition is not in the "Off" position.
- Consequence: If the key can be removed from the ignition when the ignition is not in the "off" position, the vehicle could roll away: (a) for an automatic transmission, if the transmission is not in the "Park" position; or (b) for a manual transmission, if the parking brake is not engaged and the transmission is not in the "Reverse" position. This potential for rollaway increases the risk for a crash and occupant or pedestrian injuries.
- Remedy: General Motors will notify owners, and for vehicles that were built with the defective ignition cylinder and have not previously had the ignition cylinder replaced with the redesigned part, dealers will replace the ignition cylinder and cut and, if necessary, re-learn two ignition/door keys for each vehicle. For vehicles that were built with the redesigned ignition cylinder or had the ignition cylinder replaced with the redesigned part, dealers will cut and, if necessary, re-learn two ignition/door keys for each vehicle. The recall began on April 18, 2014. Chevrolet owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-222-1020, Pontiac owners at 1-800-762-2737, and Saturn owners at 1-800-553-6000. General Motors' number for this recall is 14113 for the ignition lock cylinder and key replacement, and 14133 for only key replacements. Note: Until a vehicle has been remedied, owners and operators are advised that when exiting, to be sure that the vehicle is in "Park," or in the case of a manual transmission, that the vehicle is in the "Reverse" position and the parking brake is engaged.
2014-02-10
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on February 10, 2014 that they are recalling 619,122 model year 2005-2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, and 2007 Pontiac G5 vehicles. On February 25, 2014, GM increased the recall to include an additional 748,024 model year 2006-2007 Chevrolet HHR and Pontiac Solstice vehicles and 2003-2007 Saturn Ion vehicles and 2007 Saturn Sky vehicles. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine. On March 27, 2014, GM notified the agency that the defective ignition switches may have been used as service replacement parts on other vehicles, and as a result GM will be recalling certain model year 2008-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, Saturn Sky, and Pontiac G5 and Solstice, and 2008-2011 Chevrolet HHR vehicles. The part numbers for the service parts are 10392423 (a/k/a ACDelco D1461F), 10392737, 15857948, 15854953, 15896640, and 25846762. This expansion represents an additional 823,788 vehicles.
- Consequence: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. An interim notification was issued to owners of 2007 and earlier models on March 10, 2014, informing them of the safety defect. Owners of 2008 and later vehicles will be mailed an interim letter on April 21, 2014. All affected owners will receive another letter once parts are available. The recall began on April 18, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, Pontiac at 1-800-762-2737 or Saturn at 1-800-553-6000. GM's number for the initial recall is 13454 and 14063 for the expansion. GMs recall number for the vehicles that may have received the replacement parts is 14092. Note: Until the recall repairs have been performed, it is very important that customers remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the vehicle key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. Always wear your seatbelt.
2012-09-19
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007 Chevrolet Equinox and Pontiac Torrent vehicles originally sold or currently registered in Arizona, California, Nevada, and Texas; model year 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, Pontiac G5, and Saturn ION vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, Arizona, California, Florida, Nevada, or Texas; model year 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt and Pontiac G5 vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, Arizona; and model year 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt and Pontiac G5 vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Nevada, Oklahoma, or Texas. Some of these vehicles have a condition in which the plastic supply or return port on the fuel pump module may crack, which could cause a fuel leak.
- Consequence: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Notification to owners began on on November 21, 2012. Owners were instructed to not bring their vehicles in for repair until January 2013. Owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-521-7300.
2010-03-03
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
- Summary: GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 CHEVROLET COBALT AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2010 PONTIAC G5 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRIC POWER STEERING. THE DRIVER MAY EXPERIENCE A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST THAT COULD OCCUR AT ANY TIME WHILE DRIVING.
- Consequence: IF POWER STEERING ASSIST IS LOST, IT WOULD REQUIRE GREATER DRIVER EFFORT AT LOW VEHICLE SPEEDS, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING MOTOR FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS ARE BEING NOTIFIED ON A ROLLING BASIS BETWEEN MARCH 29 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2010. A COPY OF THE MAILING SCHEDULE IS LOCATED IN THE RECALL FILE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438 AND PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668 OR AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
2009-10-29
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 CHEVROLET COBALT AND SATURN ION VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF ARIZONA AND NEVADA; AND MODEL YEAR 2007 CHEVROLET COBALT, PONTIAC G5 AND SATURN ION VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF ARIZONA, CALIFORNIA, FLORIDA, NEVADA AND TEXAS. THE PLASTIC SUPPLY OR RETURN PORT ON THE MODULAR RESERVOIR ASSEMBLY MAY CRACK. IF EITHER OF THESE PORTS DEVELOPS A CRACK, FUEL WILL LEAK FROM THE AREA. IF THE CRACK BECOMES LARGE ENOUGH, FUEL MAY BE OBSERVED DRIPPING ONTO THE GROUND AND VEHICLE PERFORMANCE MAY BE AFFECTED.
- Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. A SPECIAL COVERAGE WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN THE SAME TIME FRAME FOR MODEL YEAR 2006 VEHICLES REGISTERED IN ALABAMA, ARKANSAS, CALIFORNIA, FLORIDA, GEORGIA, HAWAII, LOUISIANA, MISSISSIPPI, NORTH CAROLINA, NEW MEXICO, OKLAHOMA, SOUTH CAROLINA, TENNESSEE AND TEXAS AND MODEL YEAR 2007 VEHICLES REGISTERED IN: ALABAMA, ARKANSAS, GEORGIA, HAWAII, LOUISIANA, MISSISSIPPI, NORTH CAROLINA, NEW MEXICO, OKLAHOMA, SOUTH CAROLINA AND TENNESSEE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE FEBRUARY 4, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876 AND PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668 OR AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
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For the money, power, build quality, and fuel economy, this vehicle is just as good, if not better, than any import. Kudos to GM for creating such a great car. As a former owner of Honda, BMW, and Mercedes, I can honestly say that GM has done an excellent job. They are truly a leader in the entry-level market.
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I bought my 2007 Cobalt LS coupe in September of 2006 and I absolutely love it! The performance for the price ($12850) is simply amazing. The handling is also great. I can take corners with ease and the tires never slip (not even a squeak). The suspension is refined and the stock engine (148 hp) is fairly powerful, making for an incredible back road driving experience, especially with the easy-to-use 5-speed transmission! And if you're looking for something more than stock, don't worry, GM offers plenty of upgrades for this car. In fact, this car is probably one of the best compact cars in America. Aftermarket companies are already excited about it!
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I've been driving my Chevy Cobalt for over 10 years now, and I still love it! Despite what everyone else said, I'm glad I went with this car. Meanwhile, my friends have gone through multiple Hondas and are already looking forward to their next upgrade.
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We bought this car used from a dealer 3 years ago and have never had a problem with it. We wanted to take a nice trip to the Keys for 2 days, so we decided to go with my girlfriend's Chevy Cobalt. I have to say, I was so impressed with the performance of this little car. It had no problem going 80 miles per hour. I was pushing it and laughing. My girlfriend told me to take it easy on her baby, so I responded by saying, 'Don't worry, Babe, Besty is doing fine.' Unfortunately, my girlfriend got into a car accident a couple of weeks ago with a pickup truck on her way to work and totaled Besty. We only had PIP insurance on it. My girlfriend is doing fine, but she's so sad about the car. She wants the same car because of its reliability. We're trying to save up to get another one.
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I'm so glad you're considering the base model 07 Cobalt! This car really impressed me with its performance and handling, especially on the curvy roads where I live. Plus, the fuel economy is outstanding at 30 M+PG. Another great feature is the spacious trunk - I was pleasantly surprised by how much room there was. And as someone who's 6 feet tall, I was happy to find that there was enough room for me to sit comfortably behind the wheel. One interesting detail I noticed is that the battery is located in the trunk.
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2007 Chevrolet Cobalt Review, Problems, Reliability, Value, Life ...
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May 10, 2022 ... The 2007 Cobalt only lasts around 150,000 miles with power steering and fuel system problems. At $3,546 – 5,736, it's not worth the money for a ...
2007 Chevrolet Cobalt Problems and Complaints - 11 Issues
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Problem with your 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt? Our list of 11 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Anyone still running into those well known electrical issues? | Chevy ...
https://www.yourcobalt.com/threads/anyone-still-running-into-those-well-known-electrical-issues.104571/
Aug 14, 2020 ... Long story short take care of your car and it will take care of you. I have had a 2007 LS Cobalt about 100k before I sold it. It now has about ...
Common Problems with cobalts (Everyone Please!) - Cobalt SS ...
https://www.cobaltss.net/forums/problems-service-maintenance-69/common-problems-cobalts-everyone-please-86379/
Nov 28, 2007 ... Sunroof Bezel falling out --Twice in a year & a half. It fell out for the second time today... Under Warranty. Sqeaky rear deck when going over ...
2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (Wiring or Ground Issues)?! - Maintenance ...
https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevrolet-cobalt-wiring-or-ground-issues/162920
Apr 16, 2020 ... There is a greater power problem than to just the ECU and TCM. The trouble is most likely between the battery connections and the main ...
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Are you having problems with your 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt?
Colt McKenzie 2024-11-08
I needed a reliable car to send my daughter off to college, and we searched until we found one with all the features she wanted. Despite the car having 37,000 miles on it and the bumper to bumper warranty having just expired, my daughter experienced a power steering failure while driving from Nashville. Fortunately, she was not in a turn when it happened. Upon researching the issue, I discovered that this is a widespread problem with Cobalts. I urge anyone considering purchasing a Cobalt to thoroughly research this issue before making a decision. It is disappointing that the dealership and GM have not been more sympathetic to our situation.
Harley Hessel 2024-10-23
This car is an excellent choice for a first car. It reliably gets you from point A to point B. However, it may not be worth investing too much money into the car as it may have some maintenance issues.
Javier Zemlak 2024-08-18
Hi there! I noticed that you have an 07 SS Coupe and drive a lot. It's a shame to hear that your gas mileage has been less than desirable, with a maximum of 27mpg on the highway. I can imagine that it must have been quite a relief to have an extended warranty when your transmission needed to be replaced at 40,500 miles. On the bright side, the styling of the car is great and it looks hot in black, which is probably why you get a lot of looks from people. I do agree that replacing the tires can be expensive and the SS is quite low to the ground, which can make it difficult to clear most speed bumps without scraping. Unless you can get a great deal on this car, it might be worth considering your options. Let me know if you have any questions!
Dalton Wolff 2024-08-10
At first, the car seemed like a great deal for the price. Unfortunately, things went downhill as soon as I paid for it. The driver side door handle broke on the first day, and soon after, the inside one did too. A month later, a hole in the flex pipe made the car extremely loud. The mechanic shop said the part would cost $1,000, which was a lot. With that came a ton of other problems. In hindsight, I wish I had looked around a little more instead of falling for the sporty body style. If you have kids in car seats, it can be a nightmare. I hope this helps others make a more informed decision.
Cullen Block 2024-06-09
I purchased this car used with 10k miles and loved it at first. However, over time it revealed its true colors. I have had to replace the wheel bearings, sway bars, control arms, and bushings three times. The second time the repair was under warranty, but the first and third were quite expensive. Additionally, the inside door handles have peeled. I have just paid it off and am ready to get rid of this car. I have learned my lesson and Chevy won't be getting my business again.