2010 Chevrolet Cobalt Complaint Log

Problem with Steering column rattle

Fuel lines leak around fuel tank, causing a fuel smell around the vehicle and a major fire hazard

The contact's daughter owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the power steering assist failed to operate as needed. There was no warning light illuminated. Due to the failure, extra effort was needed to steer the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or inspected for the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that there were no recalls related to the failure for the VIN. Upon investigation, the contact linked the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V153000 (Steering). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 54,000.

Air bag says it needs serviced Gas gadge is all over the place hard to tell how much gas I actually have in my tank.

Our daughter observed a significant puddle forming under her vehicle and noticed a strong smell of gasoline. She sent us a video, which clearly showed gasoline leaking from the driver-side rear area of the car. Due to the proximity of the fuel leak to the exhaust pipe, we had the car towed to a mechanic, as it was too dangerous to drive. The mechanic diagnosed the issue as a severely rusted-out fuel line that required immediate repair. At no point did the vehicle display any warning lights or alerts related to this issue. Alarmingly, our daughter had unknowingly driven the car while the leak was occurring, unaware of the serious fire risk this posed. We believe this is a serious safety hazard that could lead to a fire or explosion and strongly urge an investigation. This failure occurred without warning and could have resulted in a catastrophic outcome. We are fortunate this was caught in time, but others may not be as lucky.

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Internal mechanism of the driver-side door handle broke and the door would not open from the inside. Tne dealership confirmed that the inside door ah glue is broken. The cable retainer snapped apart and the cable cannot stay connected. This might be available for inspection. Driver must exit the vehicle by crawling over to the passenger side. The problem has been confirmed by a Chevrolet dealer. There were no warning lamps or messages. The manufacturer no longer makes this part and it could not be replaced. Service description says that the customer had an electrical concern and that the door would not unlock from the inside. This was inaccurate. It was mechanical. The door could unlock, it could not open. The dealership would not let the diagnosis proceed until the customer agreed to that statement. The dealership inaccurately recorded the mileage.

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the power steering and brakes became inoperable. The driver was able to coast to the side of the road. The check engine warning light was illuminated after the failure. The vehicle was towed to her parent's residence. The vehicle was serviced by an independent mechanic, who stated that the failure was due to the ignition switch. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was not covered under the recall. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V171000 (Electrical System). The failure mileage was approximately 260,000.

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, there was an abnormal odor of fuel inside the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact that the failure was due to the fuel line. The manufacturer was contacted and offered help with a new vehicle. The contract stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Action Number PE20011 (Fuel System, Other, Fuel/Propulsion System, Fuel System, Gasoline). The failure mileage was approximately 107,000.

Bright LED lights when driving at night, specifically of other SUV or truck vehicles. This has affected my driving at night by blinding and giving me headaches. How can we prevent a safer road? Why is this approved? Why do headlights need to be so bright, that they are blinding to other vehicles? This is a huge safety concern and needs to be addressed. I drive a smaller car, but i shouldnt have to be punished because i drive a smaller vehicle. This isnt about specifically the make and model of the car, but solely on the bright LED headlights that are dangerous while i am driving at night.

Seatbelts lock up and do not move. Seatbelts are front driver and passenger side. Seatbelts can't be worn because they do not work

UNKNOWN. My traction and ABS light keeps coming on. My steering is off some. My turning right or left is making ruff popping sounds in the steering. My ABS and Traction lite keeps coming on.

You Need to Reopen the Case. Due to the FACT that GM or who made the Cobalt's, Failed to tell you that THEY PUT HEAT COIL TAPE AROUND THE GAS LINES RIGHT WHERE IT RUSTED AND GAS LEAKS. WHEN THERE COIL TAPE GETS WET WITH SALT WATER FROM THE SNOW, ITS THERE HEAT COIL WRAP THAT TRAPS AND KEEPS THE SALT WATER IN SIDE THE COIL WRAP THATS TRAPED TO THE GAS LINE.I CAN PROVE IT.I HAVE THE HEAT COIL WRAP FROM MY CAR.ITS THERE FAULT NOT THE WEATHER CONDITIONS.PERIOD.WILLING TO TAKE TO COURT WITH EVIDENCE. - [XXX] , US INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

My car had a fuel pump go, then within MONTHS, another. We then dealt with the SAME problem symptomatically, and was told it was the fuel pump sensor. Within the last few weeks, I am having all the same issues-including the car intermittently not starting, gasoline leaking from the vehicle, both noticably missing from the gauge (i.e 1/8 tank less than night prior), odor of gas in the car, stalling out while driving and trying to start it, but also now dripping gas from the car. A new issue popped up, which is the dash light coming up saying "check gas cap". This past Thursday, my car wouldn't start again, and has not started since. It's concerning that the Chevy Cobalt has had recalls for the same exact problems, literally thousands of complaints that mirror mine- for every model year EXCEPT the 2010. It's also interesting that they also stopped producing the Cobalt entirely in 2010 too, but considering the amount of faults and issues I've seen documented in every year model it's not a shock. I'm concerned that despite the amount of complaints that include 2010 models, they were excluded from the recall and seeing that my situation is another one that won't be covered, fixed, or made right by GM is something that doesn't make sense. I have also seen, that in 2021 an investigation was launched specifically into this exact issue with the 2010, as well. I'm carless right now, with no answers from Chevy other than that it's not part of the recall, yet it's part of the problem. Something is VERY wrong here. It's shocking they wouldn't recall a vehicle knowing it's dripping gas, pooling gas, it's such a hazard for not only anyone driving them, but anyone driving near us or even PARKED near us. Please help do something! Also I have videos of my car dripping, 2 days prior to it not starting, if there is somewhere I could send those as well.

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Leaking fuel from plastic gas tank seam.i had it inspected by two,one Chevrolet dealer ship and my own macanic.both are saying its a malfuction on the plastic seal around the plastic gas tank.And Both are telling me I Need to Report this as soon as possible because its Leaking alot of fuel and can burst into flames, or Blow up, They both agree it is VERY VERY DANGEROUS.PERIOD AND I SHOULDNT BE DRIVING IT.they also agree it is a manafacture failure.and defentley needs to be recalled A.S.A.P. before all the people who do have the last Cobalts that were made before there Bankruptcy case.Lordstown should of recalled these knowing there 2007-2009 had problems with fuel leakage.

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, there was an abnormally strong gasoline odor coming from the vehicle. The contact pulled over on the side of the road. The contact checked under the vehicle and notice that fuel was leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the fuel line was fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 111,000.

Fuel lines are both leaking on the driver-side of the car, about halfway back along the length of the vehicle. I've sent it in for repairs, but I know I'm not the only one with this issue. The car has been driven gently and only has 52,000 miles on it.

Air bag light is on the dash and the passenger seat does not sense weight on the seat so all airbags are disabled I know many others with this problem and it is a serious issue that there should be a recall for

Fuel leak in front of left rear tire. fuel pressure and return lines shot.

There was a very strong gas odor in the car, then noticed a puddle of gas on the ground at driver's side rear door and tire area. No warning lamps in dashboard went on. Chevy dealer service department confirmed gas line leak due to corrosion and replaced entire feed and vapor lines and filter. Charge for repair was about $1200.00.

There seems to be a fuel leak on the driver's side rear tire line. Was told that it was very common for my vehicle to have this and that there is no fix for it.

The fuel line was leaking gasoline. It put the safety of the driver and other cars on the road as the car was leaking gasoline as it drove on the highway and city streets. The problem was confirmed by a service center and the fuel lines were replaced. No inspection by manufacturer, police etc. No warnings at all, car was starting rough and/or not starting at all.

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving at an unknown speed, she started to smell an abnormal fuel odor inside the vehicle. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated while inspecting the vehicle, he noticed a fuel leak on the rear driver’s side of the vehicle. The contact called an unknown local dealer and made them aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

There is a gas leak, dripping from the drivers side, back door. The car smells like gas.

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request: Noticed a gas smell in my garage for the past couple weeks and the car has been slow to start when sitting overnight. Was able to verify today a gas leak near the driver side rear wheel. Car would not start until I hit the gas pedal and got fuel to the engine, and the leak started again (was able to see drips on pavement) Car is available for inspection How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Leaking fuel, fire hazard, fumes Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center: No Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others: No Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear: No lights or messages, but the gas smell in the garage has been going for a couple weeks.

Strong fuel smell and gas on the ground (creating a fire hazard). No warning messages were displayed. Puddling of the fuel is just in front of the left rear tire. Odor was detected first; then one week later the puddle occurred. Car has been repaired by GM service; fuel and EVAP lines replaced (p/n 25999914 and 15934416). Symptom and repair seem identical to HTSA Bulletin 09226C (published July 2015).

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH the fuel indicator began to drop rapidly. The contact stated that he did not notice any warning lights. The contact drove the vehicle to his residence and smelled the odor of fuel and noticed a long streak of fuel, and a puddle of fuel underneath the driver’s side door by the rear driver’s side tire. The contact observed that the fuel line located under the driver’s side of the vehicle had ruptured. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.

The contact owned a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while her husband was driving on the interstate, he had a heart attack and crashed into a tree where the vehicle came to a stop. None of the air bags deploy. The driver died at the scene due to a heart attack per an autopsy. The vehicle was towed to an independent lot. There was no reported fire. A police report was filed. The vehicle was totaled. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact was concerned that the air bags did not deploy after the vehicle experienced extensive damage due to the crash. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was not available.

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, she attempted to make a right turn and the steering wheel seized. The contact was able to stop the vehicle, turn off the vehicle, and after restarting the vehicle, the power steering was functioning as needed. The contact stated that no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 71,000.

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that the vehicle would not immediately start as needed, and the odor of fuel was present inside and outside of the vehicle. After parking the vehicle, the contact discovered fuel leaking from the rear driver’s side of the vehicle. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not yet notified of the failure. The contact indicated that the vehicle had exhibited the failure listed in the NHTSA Investigation: PE20011. The failure mileage was 59,980.

Gas leaking near rear drivers side wheel well causing puddle of gas underneath the car on the ground

I was at a gas station and there was gas leaking behind my driver side door I looked underneath and it was the fuel line leaking some idiot threw a cigarette on the ground and set a little bit of gas on fire I put it out really quick and I had to pull it out of the gas Lane and then I was able to get it home where I would had to put some rubber hose in its place because the lines were all rusted out the vehicle is not safe to drive

Vehicle leaks fuel from the fuel line underneath the vehicle near the left rear wheel well adjacent to the exhaust pipe and muffler in a manner in accordance with currently open USDOT/NHTSA investigation (PE 20-011). A substantial puddling of fuel occurs on the ground from fuel dripping through the subframe. This is currently still happening and is available for inspection. Severe risk of fire is apparent, a highly volatile fuel in substantial amount is leaking/exposed to a substantial heat source, and could be ignited. Problem can be reproduced. Situation has been brought to the attention of two local GM dealerships, and a complaint filed with GM Corporation (Case# 9-7117335295). Prior to this finding, a substantial fuel odor was present in the cabin.

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the power steering assist failed to operate without warning. Due to the failure, the contact had the vehicle towed to his home. The dealer nor the manufacturer had been notified of the failure. Upon investigation, the contact linked the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V153000 (Steering). The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 131,000.

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that his son called and stated he detected an abnormal odor of fuel inside the vehicle. The driver looked around the vehicle and noticed liquid emerging near the driver’s side rear tire. The driver stated that the vehicle was hard to start. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed the fuel lines were rusted. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where two sections of rusted fuel lines were replaced. The contact called the local dealer however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 85,933.

Fuel line was leaking on driver's side rear wheel close to heat shield and muffler. Cost me 1,000 to have lines replaced.

Fuel lines completely rotted out under factory heat shielding. Leaking fuel onto the exhaust near drivers side rear tire.

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that fuel was leaking nearby the passenger’s side door. There was no warning light illuminated. There was an abnormal odor of fuel inside and outside the vehicle. The contact called the local dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact referenced NHTSA Action Number: PE20011 (Fuel System, Other) open investigation. The failure mileage was approximately 98,000.

The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle loss power steering functionality without warning. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified but, no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was unknown.

Corrosion was found in the fuel line near the left rear wheel causing a fuel leak. I am currently having the fuel lines replaced as the leak was near the exhaust and the car was deemed unsafe to drive for fear of catching fire.

Fuel line leaking. Driver side rear of car just behind passenger door where there is a heat shield around it

After taking my car to a mechanic for an oil change, I was informed my car had a steady gas leak near the left rear side of the car. The mechanic informed me the fuel had corroded near the plastic clip holding it onto the body. After just 15 minutes, a fairly large gas puddle had formed on the ground. I was advised not to drive without getting it fixed, as this would be a fire hazard.

Fuel lines corroded and leaking 2oz gas at left rear well at plastic bracket everytime it is started.

Fuel is leaking near plastic block at drivers side rear tire. It appears to be very common based on online reports.

1. The fuel line under the left rear tire is leaking creating puddles of gasoline under the car, while the car is running there is a steady drip of gasoline leaving the vehicle. 2. Could create a fire and leaves gasoline puddles on the roads which could be hazardous to others. 3. No 4. No 5. Unknown, Having difficulty starting the car, recently there has been a gas/chemically smell when the car has been started.

On 6/28/2021, my wife & I took our 2010 Chevy Cobalt Sedan 4 door into down to get some dinner. When we went out to the garage we smelled strong gas fumes which we thought was odd as our garage never smelled of strong gas fumes in the past. We got in the Cobalt & turned the key & it didn't start right away, it took a little bit for it to turn over which I thought was odd as we haven't experienced that before. We put the windows down as the inside of the car had a strong gas smell. There was no warning lights on the dashboard & no prior warning before this issue. Returned home parked car in garage, went back into garage & noticed even stronger smell of gas, looked under the car & noticed liquid under back driver side door which was gas dripping down onto the garage floor, I was nervous of the fumes collecting in the garage & potential fire hazard I put the car outside & placed a bucket under the car to catch the gas to stop it from dripping on the driveway. Also noticed the silver heat shield material was spongy feeling had liquid feel to it which I assume is gas as it was dripping right next to it? Looked on Google noticed other consumers having the same issue of gas dripping from the fuel line. Going to call a Chevy dealer to see what options are as I don't feel safe driving the car knowing its dripping gas & potentially collecting in the silver heat shield material. Chevy should issue a recall to repair the issue & prevent future safety hazard waiting to happen.

My car was smelling like gas, and I noticed a significant drip under my car. After investigating, it looks like its my fuel line that is corroded and leaking, in the back left of the car.

The electrical assisted power steering failed. This causes the vehicle's steering to become very difficult and dangerous not only to the driver but also other vehicles. This problem has been noted as a recall issue for this model/year vehicle but this vin number shows no recall issues. This vehicle was bought new by me and was given to our son about 3 years ago. He has taken very good care of it since he uses it to travel to work. Vehicle currently had 128,842 miles and has had no issues other than the above issue. Vehicle is available for inspection.

My 2010 Cobalt has been leaking fuel from the suspected fuel/vent lines at or near the rear driver's side wheel well. There remains a constant puddle of fuel noticed every time after car has been parked. The issue was first observed by a strong odor inside the cabin of the car. The amount of fuel leaking is severe enough to significantly effect my mpg and fuel pressure. The lack of fuel pressure results in delayed starting or extended cranking of engine until enough pressure is built to start the engine. The leaking fuel is a significant fire Hazzard.