general problems of the 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt

The contact’s wife owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated there was an abnormal fuel odor inside the cabin of the vehicle. While exiting the vehicle, the contact became aware that there was an oil leak underneath the rear end of the vehicle, and the fuel odor was more evident. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was jerking while accelerating and while driving from being stationary. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact became aware that fuel had been puddling underneath the vehicle. The contact had previously noticed an abnormal gasoline odor inside the cabin of the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The contact researched online and determined that the failure was related to NHTSA campaign number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline). The failure mileage was approximately 59,410.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated while standing outside the vehicle a fuel odor was detected. The contact also stated that while driving, there was a fuel odor detected inside the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was contacted and the contact was awaiting an appointment. The contact was also informed that the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer was contacted and made aware of the issue. The manufacturer informed the contact of a fuel pump module replacement coverage under manufacturer communication number: 09275. Future Chevrolet (4811 madison Ave, sacramento, CA 95841) was contacted and the contact was still awaiting a callback. The contact related the failure to NHTSA campaign number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, the VIN was not included. The approximate failure mileage was 69,817.

Tl the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that multiple attempts were needed to start the vehicle without warning. Additionally, there was a strong gasoline odor throughout the vehicle. The contact spoke with bob valenti Chevrolet (72 jerry browne rd #3050, mystic, CT 06355, (860) 536-4931) and inquired about NHTSA campaign number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline). The contact was informed that the vehicle was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 121,633.

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. Consumer writes in regards to gas module had to be replaced, shortly after purchasing the vehicle. The consumer stated the gas module failed again.

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. Customer got car fixed because of gas leak but consumer paid for parts and labor and wants money back. After having the lower control arm replaced, it was noted on the invoice, the vehicle had a gas leak. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, where the gas line had to be ordered, because it had rusted. The consumer stated after waiting weeks, the parts still had not arrived.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that there was a fuel leaking from the vehicle. The contact stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000. The consumer stated on I April of 2014, he took the vehicle to have two recalls performed; the ignition and power steering, and he signed an estimated ticket stating only those two things would be done and he was quoted of a price of $218. However, when he returned to pay for the repairs, the consumer noticed the invoice had brake work and a fuel system clean out, among other items that were not requested or authorized. When the consumer drove off the lot, there was an odor an gas. A mechanic informed the consumer it was probably a bad fuel module. The mechanic informed the consumer, there was no way the dealer didn't know there was a fuel leak. Updated 07/30/14.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact received a notification of NHTSA campaign id number: 13v252000 (fuel system, gasoline, structure). The contact stated that she had contacted the dealer and the manufacturer numerous times and were uncertain of when the parts would be available for the repairs. The contact felt that the repair had exceeded a reasonable amount of time. Contact had not experienced a failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue.

Chevy Cobalt reeks of fuel. Happening for about a week and now notices a leak on drivers side near back tire. Car was originally bought in virginia and resides in maryland. Why isn't my state under recall????.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt LS. The contact stated that while parked in a residential driveway, fuel leaked from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the manufacturer was contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileages were 109,000.

I would like to file a complaint. My car is leaking gas excessively. I looked up the recall information and chevy is only doing recalls in certain states! I drive my car correctly & now I am stuck with a car that starts correctly after trying twice, plus I'm blowing through gas way too fast! why should only certain states get their car fixed. If this problem isn't resolved I will contact the bbb and I will never buy a chevy again. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

Fuel leaking from rear of vehicle. A special coverage adjustment #09275a that addresses this problem needs to have the state of virginia added to the list. We have several hundred of these cars and fear this may be the start of a major isssue.

Fuel leak at rear of vehicle.

My Cobalt has a fuel leak which is clearly a safety issue, and being ignored by general motors except in certain states and vehicles with certain VIN numbers. Clearly they are trying to minimize their responsibility and are being aloud to do so at the expense of their customers. Since when is a fuel leak not a safety hazzard or maybe you are waiting for a fire or explosion and a loss of life before anything is done. Wonder why they stopped making Cobalts, maybe because they ran out of cheap defective parts. It is a real shame that those who purshased these vehicles are being treated like they are wanting something for free that they are not entitled to. I got the same old story from gm when I contacted them. They try to act concerned, but you can tell they are told what to say and aren't going to be of any help.

Fuel leaking from rear of vehicle. A special coverage adjustment #09275a that addresses this problem needs to have the state of virginia added to the list. We have several hundred of these cars and fear this may be the start of a major isssue.

Vehicle has various problems which started with the fuel gauge going to empty not matter how much fuel there was, this issue was never fixed properly. Front suspension rattles and lower control arm bushings are cracked, diagnosed, but not repaired by Chevrolet. Interior dome light has a short as does the radio ,intermittent. Also paint is peeling off of the door handles, radio and dashboard control buttons. And just recently there is an odor of gasoline coming from somewhere on the vehicle. The vehicle has a little over 21,000 miles on it.

I took my 2006 Cobalt to a mechanic today to investigate a strong fuel odor that has persisted for about one week. I was also experiencing ignition delays. The mechanic confirmed a crack and in the fuel delivery system of my car. The mechanic instructed me to contact local Chevrolet dealers about a recall, referencing NHTSA recall bulletin 09v419000. Despite this information, no dealers confirmed the recall. The only recall available according to the dealers has to do with a power steering issue. I found information online in Chevrolet forums about another potential recall coded 06090 or 06090a that describes the same issue as the aforementioned NHTSA bulletin. My VIN number falls in the range listed with 06090. No dealers could confirm this either. I just want to know if my vehicle is eligible for recall related repairs. It seems as if it should be, judging by all the information I have gathered. Note: the mileage listed above is an estimate. The fuel odor has persisted since just before 69000 miles and still persists, as my current mileage is around 69,100.

I purchashed pre-owned vehical that has been releasing toxic fumes, that strongly reseamble the smell of gasoline. The smell was less odorless and not noticable when I bought the car, but now the car smell gets me dizzy and my new born child at the time was diagnosed with bronchiatious. Every person from strangers to peole I know who get next to the car now express there concern about the car smell.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked when he could smell an odor of fuel and noticed a fuel leak. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 68,000. The VIN was unavailable.

My 2006 chevy Cobalt has developed the same fuel system crack/leak issues as discribed in the recall. However I do not live in any of the states listed so my dealer says its not covered. How can it be recalled in certain states and not others? seems to me a defect is a defect regardless of where the car is registered! now I have to pay for a repair or risk a fire.

I have a 2006 chevy Cobalt that has a gas leak resulting from a defective fule pump module. There is a special coverage adjustment (#09275a), however the dealer and gm say that my car does not qualify for this coverage. I have the bulletin in hand and it identifies the bracketed VIN numbers, and my VIN number falls within the bracket. I had my vehicle into the dealer who identified my gas leak resulting from the fule pump module, which needed to be replaced but they will not allow me coverage under this special coverage adjustment.

While driving my vehicle decelerated to 5 mph and a engine power light came on. I took it to a local shop and the throttle actuator control error came up. I been told this is occurring a lot in american made vehicles.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact was driving 35 mph when an overpowering gasoline fuel odor filled the interior cabin. The contact was unable to locate a fuel leak and the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic. The mechanic advised that the fuel module was fractured in half. The mechanic placed an order for the fuel module and advised that the vehicle could have started a fire while driving. The contact had not called the manufacturer. The failure mileage was unknown.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that whenever the vehicle was stationary or in operation, there would be an extremely strong odor of fuel inside and outside of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they detected fuel leaking from the emission valve. The contact was waiting for a response from the insurance company in order to cover the repair expense. The failure mileage was approximately 60,200.

We experienced the same problem described in NHTSA campaign number 09v419000 on our 2006 chevy Cobalt (VIN [xxx]). We smelled a strong fuel smell and took it to the dealer (sands Chevrolet glendale az) for repair under the recall. We were denied service under the recall even though the plastic supply port was cracked and leaking fuel as described in the recall. We were charged $673. 48 to repair the dangerous defect plus $134. 24 for another fuel filter they said we needed. Due to the potentially deadly defect we had no choice but to pay for the repair. If the dealer was telling the truth then it seems the scope of the recall needs to be expanded. Please look into this. We don't want to see drivers of the 2006 Cobalt exposed to this potentially deadly defect and fire hazard. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated fuel was leaking onto the exhaust pipe, which could cause a fire to occur. The failure also caused the vehicle to stall. The dealer inspected the vehicle and stated that the modular reservoir assembly failed causing a fuel leak that was recalled under campaign 09v419000, fuel. The manufacturer told the contact that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was 78000. The current mileage was 89,000.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. She was not clear on how the failure began because someone else was operating the vehicle. The driver began to smell gasoline coming from the vehicle while driving at any speed or while parked. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where she was informed there was a fuel leak and it was in the process of being repaired. The failure and current mileages were unavailable. The VIN was unavailable.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated there was an unusually strong odor of gasoline. She then noticed that gasoline was leaking from the vehicle. The dealer and the manufacturer were both notified and the contact was advised the vehicle was not under recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 82,150. Updated 11/16/10.

Just like a similar recall the plastic supply or return port on my cars reservoir assembly has cracked. Potentially leading to a fuel leak that could cause decreased efficiency and performance. Worse, if that leaking gasoline comes into contact with an ignition source of any kind, it will ignite.

I recently purchased a used 2006 chevy Cobalt. With-in two weeks started noticing gas smell coming from the car. The fuel system plastic supply/ return port on the modular reservoir assembly cracked and fuel is dripping from the area.

I own a 2006 chevy Cobalt. In the past week my wife and I have noticed a strong odor of fuel in the passenger cabin and around the vehicle after we have stopped. I called chevy and they tell me their is no recall on my vehicle for fuel problems. However, I see the that there is a recall on the same year, make and model for fuel issues that are eerily similar to mine. The gentleman from gm said that chevy would not cover this issue. I believe that this is a chevy issue and that the NHTSA should get involved with this.

My daughter's 06 chevy Cobalt LS steering loss power and she barley got her car out of traffic, she then waited ten minutes and started the car again and was able to drive 4 more miles before it happened again. This has continued to happen so I had to get it fixed before someone got hurt, this has cost me some very expensive car repairs, some thing needs to be done about this I've beentold by the repair shop that it could happen again since the part they replaced is the same part they ordered, which is faulty, I live in fear everytime my child gets in that car to go anywhere, and she needs a car to get to college. As I said before please don't wait for a tragedy that could be prevented. Thank you.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that intermittently while driving the power steering warning light would illuminate on the instrument control panel, then the power steering failed. The inability to control the vehicle increased the risk of a vehicle crash. Additionally, she smelled a strong odor of fuel inside the vehicle. The vehicle has not been inspected to determine the cause of failure. The current and failure mileages were 58,900. Updated 10/21/09 updated 10/20/09.

2006 Cobalt I have experienced this problem a couple of times but it did not concern me until know that I look at the recalls. When driving my car at freeway speeds I get a gasoline like smell. This has happened for a couple of years. I took it to a dealer about 2 weeks ago and they checked it out and told me that the recall did not pertain to me, but I have looked at the VIN numbers and they match but I have not received a recall letter.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated the fuel gauge was defective and a providing erroneous readings. The failure occurred and the fuel gauge had been replaced four times before. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the fuel sensor was defective and needed to be replaced. The remedy failed to repair the problem. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 126,000 and the current mileage was 128,000.