general problems of the 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt - part 1

The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, it failed and the vehicle was jump-started, however, the auto theft warning light illuminated and the key would not leave the ignition. The contact was able to drive the vehicle, however, the locks failed to lock the doors, and there was a clicking sound when the windows failed to roll up and down. The contact stated that when refueling, the fuel was depleting abnormally quick. The contact stated that the tank was filled and the next day it was empty. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 161,595.

Wiring harness is located too close to the human under the driver's seat. Exposes the driver to electrical frequencies that could be avoided if the wire harness was a further distance away from the human. Also, the the fuel line rusted through after 9 years about 9 inches away from the rear axle where the metal tape ends around the fuel line. The metal tape seems to allow more moisture to become trapped around the fuel line; which promotes rust and a leak where the metal tap ends. After the metal tape, the fuel line is in good condition on this specific vehicle. The fuel leak is about 0. 5 inches wide and a lot of gasoline drips / leaks after the car is started. The rust particles are located after the fuel filter; which may promote the rust particles to reach the engine via the rusted fuel line. The car has trouble starting (a delay) and needs to have the key turned twice due to the leak. The leak is very close to the muffler, so it seems like it would be at risk of catching on fire if the muffler was hot enough or if it were traveling on a long trip or going up or down a steep hill. The vehicle has been inspected by police. There were no warning lamps or lights.

With no recent changes to the car, it won't start, theft lock symbol is on. Tried the spare key. Tried theft lock relearn 10 minute and 30 minute procedure. Disconnected and re-connected negative battery terminal. None of the steps worked. This issue has the potential to keep families stranded.

The air bag never deployed I bought car in 2018 from original owner with car only having 33,000 miles on it and still under warranty til car had 100,000 miles and I hit a deer head on 2 months after getting car which bought in may of 2018 hit the deer in July 2018 . The deer was hit with the front passenger side it broke my headlight n messed my hood up and smashed in the grill little and my air bags never deployed I hit deer at 50 mph , after that had happened I took it in to chevy dealership and had them look at car cause I told them I hit that deer and air bag never deployed and that my air bag light came on once in awhile and said service air bag . The dealership said they do that sometimes and did something to make light go off that was it my air vag light still comes on and says service air bag . Also ignition switch and fuel smell foul coming from car a lot and is as I speak . My reduce engine power light comes on a lot and have no power to gas pedal n car won’t stay running . I have try to get two recalls fixed back in 2-21 I was having problems with my car back then too special reach called me in Jan of 2021 and told me that there were two recalls on my car ignition switch and fuel module so I informed dealership when I took my car in that next month in Feb 21 told them I was informed on 2 active recalls on my car . When they were done with my car later that day I asked them if they fixed the recalls they said no cause it was map sensor so I then made an appt to get recalls fixed when I got there for the recalls to be fixed one of the technicians told me it shows that they were done . I called chevy and complained about the issue I just had and never had recalls fixed but they must of put it in computer they fixed them so I’ve been really upset that I been trying to get past recalls fixed that are on my car and I get run around and told there isn’t any I know about a past recall on shift selnoid low circuit too that was a past recal.

The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would shake, and the vehicle would power off inadvertently. The vehicle would restart however, the steering wheel was difficult to turn. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 134,000.

The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. While driving various speeds, the steering wheel spontaneously failed to turn and seized. In addition, the tire pressure monitoring indicator illuminated and the remaining instrument cluster warning indicators were inoperable. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 152,000.

Connector feeding power to the a/c-heater blower melted; caused a crackling sound, a smell, and the fan to stop working. The connector melted together. To get a picture of the pin that failed required me to break the connector. Power was present on the brown wire as soon as the ignition is on - the blower did not need to be operating to generate heat at the connector. The wire leading to the connector was discolored from the heat.

Electromagnetic meter (emf meter for both wireless & non-wireless forms of electrical radiation) used to measure electrical radiation levels read high levels of radiation that the meter felt was over-the-limit only when powering the vehicle on buy turning the key (with a battery & gas in the vehicle). The increase of electrical power seems to be the cause of the meter increasing. There are many wires that were under the seat that are setting off the meter when held within 12 inches of it (in the area the driver & passenger would sit - on the seat). Perhaps, a recall and electromagnetic shielding needs to be added in the area where the passengers and drivers sit.

Tl the contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that there was no safety pre-inspection sticker when the vehicle was purchased from del Chevrolet (1644 lancaster Ave, paoli, PA 19301, (484) 324-4265). As a result, the vehicle failed inspection. The inspection shop informed the contact that the battery needed replacement, the vehicle needed an alignment, four new tires, and a new lower control arm and ball joint. In addition, the vehicle stalled on more than once occasion. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign numbers: 14v171000 (electrical system, 14e021000 (electrical system), and 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system). The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000.

Eps motor has failed, I see some recalls on this why not mine. This seems to be a big problem with the Cobalt so I don't understand why mine is not in the recall. I was driving when this happened.

The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that the power steering failed and the power steering indicator illuminated. In addition, the speedometer, rpm, and fuel gauges randomly moved. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 71,250.

The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. While driving various speeds, the instrument panel gauges fluctuated and the power steering failed. The low fuel, service traction, power steering, and check engine warning indicators illuminated. The contact was able to pull the vehicle over, shut it off, and restart it on the first attempt. However, the failed recurred. The vehicle was operable again after being parked for hours. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but the failure could not be duplicated. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 61,000.

Driving on the freeway and all my electrical dashboard units are flickering, my rpm and speed keeps going on and down, and my power steering message came up on the dash, then it went out and came back. Not cool. Not cool at all. . . .

My 2009 Cobalt began jerking when accelerating over the last few months and just 3 days ago, as I was driving down the road, my car stalls and won't turn back on. After looking at symptoms, it is very apparent that the fuel pump has gone out.

The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. While driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle stalled. After several attempts, the vehicle was able to restart. The failure recurred multiple times intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle experienced the failure listed in NHTSA campaign number: 14e210000 (electrical system); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 109,000.

Automatic locking doors started unlocking and locking while I was driving vehicle(very scary). W/65,000 miles on this vehicle and having taken it to several repair places(one of which didn't even bother to make the change oil soon light go away after an oil change), I am now questionning the integrity of the repair guys. This will not make me a popular customer. Suggestions, please????.

I started my car and went to take off and the air bag light came on. There was a couple of incidences where I had a passenger and the airbag light came on to service airbag. I've read in multiple places where this occurrence has happened and the manufacture should fix this.

My speedometer rpm and gas gauge started going up and down erratically I lost power steering. I had no idea what my speed was because the speedometer was inaccurate. This was a very unsafe situation to be in as I live in colorado and we get snow and ice.

The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt ss. The contact started the vehicle and the air bag warning light illuminated. The failure recurred twice. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: (air bags, electrical system). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 51,000. Updated 5/18/15 cn.

Tl-the contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 50 mph, the two doors unlocked independently. The contact did not specify which two doors experienced the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 55,000. The VIN was not available. Djr.

My electronic power steering is cutting in and out at random time intervals. Called the dealer to see if my Cobalt was part of the affected recall on the power steering and was informed that they will not cover the repair for my car under that recall.

The dic shows the reading of each tire pressure backwards, for example right front wheel is actually the rear right wheel, and left front is actually rear front. Also I am unable to use the cruise control. The lights turns on but the car does not engage in the same speed for the cruise control.

I was on my way home and it was raining on the expressway but by the time I got to the city I live it had stop. I was exiting the expressway and was turning a left on the street I live on. I had made my turn at about 30 mph and after I had made my turn the car was straight for awhile then all the sudden the car acted up and the steering wheel or the wheels or something happen that made my car make a sharp u-turn going in front of ongoing traffic. My car went straight in front of a car and she didn't have time to stop so she hit me and we both went onto the island. I have no idea what happened but luckily we were both going slow that none of us were hurt but our cars were in bad conditions. I'm looking at 3,000 damage on my car, and probably 4,000 damage to her car. I want to say it was bc of the rain, but the road wasn't wet and I just got new tires and just got a oil change. I maintain my car very well so I have no idea why that would happen.

The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that the key failed to turn in the ignition, preventing the vehicle from starting. The contact stated the vehicle was serviced under recall NHTSA campaign number: 14v047000 (air bags , electrical system) and NHTSA campaign number: 14v171000 (electrical system). Both the dealer and the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 58,000.

Tl- the contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact received a notification for recall NHTSA campaign id number: 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system) and NHTSA campaign id number: 14v171000 (electrical system). However, the parts were not available. The dealer stated that they were uncertain when the parts would become available to service the vehicle under the recall. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact had not experienced a failure. Pam.

The contact own a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated the vehicle experienced numerous failures. The rack and pinion had to be replaced, the window motors were replaced six times, and the ignition was replaced. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the failures were repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 27,000.

The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact received recall notices for NHTSA campaign numbers: 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system) and 14v171000 (electrical system); however, the parts needed for the repair were unavailable. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure.

Tl- the contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that the there were intermittent electrical shorts and the temperature controls did not work properly nor the function of the electrical windows. The contact was not able to use the controls for the a/c nor heating when the short randomly occored. The contact entered the vehicle and was not able to start the vehicle on several attempts. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer who diagnosed that the fuel pump and sending unit needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 96,800. Dyd.

I bought the car used with approx. 43,000 miles in 2010, and paid for entended warrenty, but didn't test all functions of power windows, only the driver side window worked . I was unaware of this for months because I seldom have others in my car. On July 18th 2014,the drivers window would not work. I had complained about the other windows, but though I might have problems with safety locks . I had already called about the recal that I saw on tv, and was told that part was not at dealers, and would be called when they got the parts. I was told I would be charged for any repairs to windows as my extra warrenty had expired. I thought warrenty was for 90,000 miles, I did talk to manager, and told him I had c/o numerous times about the 3 non working windows. At the same time drivers window quit, the light on odometer quit working. I did have car to jump, and keep running after turning off car, they did fix with ignition kit. Continued to call to see if recalled part was in and was told I could pay for exam on windows on windows at the same time.

While I was driving down my street, my car started shaking & my engine, oil & traction service lights came on. The engine service power detector came on on my dashboard. I had to miss work & called the dealership & informed the mechanic of the problem. He asked me to drive it in. I informed him that I didn't feel safe driving on the streets or the highway. The mechanic offered for me to use their towing company but they charge. I informed them that I have towing service. The car was towed that day & on Friday, I received a call; while I was at work from the mechanic stating that they checked the car out & the front throttle body had to be replaced due to a sensor being faulty. The cost of repairs would be $575. I just purchased this car on 4/19/14 from jim trenary in o'fallon mo & 3 weeks later, I had to have it towed to the dealership for the accelerator pedal failing. The dealership did pay for that expense but not this one because the electrical problem isn't covered under the power train warranty. I feel like they are trying to get over on me because I am a woman & don't know much about cars. I called to see if they could try to fix it for less but was informed that the throttle body needed to be replaced in order for the sensor to be put in. I have to still pay the note every month on a vehicle that was assured at the time of the sale was safe & would have any problems because it was taken care of including the replacement of the power switch ignition. I sent a text to my salesman asking to be put in another vehicle but to my dismay, he informed me that I can't trade out of my vehicle for 18-24 months. I feel like I shouldn't have to pay the $575 & the mechanic is trying to get over because I am a woman. I informed the mechanic that I can't afford to pay the $575 because I don't make that much & have other bills to take care of. I bought that car for reliability.

The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contacts VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14e021000 (electrical system). The contact was informed that it would take 6-8 weeks for parts to become available and the contact was concerned of the safety risks involved in the defect that could not be immediately resolved. There were no failures. Updated 08/19/lj.

2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. Consumer writes in regards to recall notice problems. The consumer stated the dealer kept telling him, it would be a few more weeks.

I could not remove the key from the ignition when the ignition was not on the "off" position. I took the car to carmax and they told me it was a recall from Chevrolet. Chevrolet fixed it, but years after the fact Chevrolet contacted me again saying that the parts that they replaced were used parts that I need it to take it back to the dealer. I called again my closest Chevrolet ( van Chevrolet kcmo) dealer and I was told that the parts need to be order and that it may take up to 2 months. Meanwhile now there is another problem in the car the theft lock system got turn on by itself. My car does not want to start normally. I called the dealer and they said that they are going to wait until the other part shows up to fix it. This is very frustrating and Chevrolet do not care about people's safety. Why are they taking so long to fix the recall on my car? I am almost sure that the computer system in the car has big problems too. Help please.

Submission from constituent re 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt recall notice. The consumer stated it has been several weeks, and she has not heard back from the dealer.

The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 14v171000 (electrical system). The contact stated that the part needed for the repair was unavailable. The VIN was unavailable. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure.