2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Problems and Repair Histories
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Chevrolet Cobalt Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2006 | Chevrolet Cobalt | 18 Cobalts, 9.8 months of data per Cobalt, average 67400 miles Small sample size. Join or 18 Cobalts, 9.8 months of data per Cobalt, average 67400 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
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| Chevrolet Cobalt in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 60140 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2012 | 61340 | 350 | the wiring for all the lights run under the seats, in our winters in canada, we have alot of salt poured down, and inbetween the wet boots and salt, it ate through the wiring and i had no lights or anything. they replaced the wiring |
| Dec | 2012 | 66960 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 4dr Sedan
171-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Chevrolet Cobalt in New Mexico, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2007 | 56000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2007 | 60000 | 0 | Steering Column replaced. Defective original parts. Left strut replaced. New steering column installed. New left strut installed. |
| Dec | 2007 | 67000 | 0 | Steering column, electronic power steering unit, and suspension parts defect. |
| Apr | 2011 | 149000 | 525 | Replaced Struts and aligned. $500 labor, parts, and alignment. Struts were operating properly. This was merely preventative maintenance. |
| Mar | 2013 | 182000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 4dr Sedan
171-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Chevrolet Cobalt in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2006 | 9000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2007 | 22000 | 0 | Passenger side rear door had a bad rattle. Turned out that one of the mounting bolts came loose. |
| Jul | 2008 | 54000 | 0 | Brakes randomly engaged when driving. Turned out to be a rubber piece between the brake assembly and the engagement switch. |
| Oct | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Cobalt in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2006 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2006 | 6000 | 0 | Sunroof leak |
| Mar | 2007 | 11000 | 0 | Leaking sun roof. Brake rotor needed to be turned for the second time because of braking vibration |
| Apr | 2007 | 13000 | 0 | Replaced glove box door due to damage and rattle. Also repaired leaking sunroof. This is the 4 time on the sunroof repair. The leak has not returned to date. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 4dr Sedan
145-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Chevrolet Cobalt in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 0 | Change power steering module | |
| Mar | 2008 | 0 | Ignition module | |
| Chevrolet Cobalt in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2007 | 18000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2009 | 44000 | 7 | Passenger front side signal bulb stopped working because of a burned connector on the bulb. New bulb cost about $7 and 10-20 minutes to install. Very minor. |
| Jan | 2010 | 52000 | 28 | Coolant thermostat broke. Pulled out old part put in new. |
| Jan | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Cobalt in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2006 | 5580 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2008 | 20460 | 0 | Two worn out control links both passenger and driver side. Broken bushing passenger side |
| Sep | 2008 | 24180 | 0 | Defective bushing on driver side. |
| Jan | 2009 | 26660 | 0 | Remote key fob failed, replaced. |
| Feb | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Cobalt in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2006 | 0 | right rear taillight replaced due to bad gasket letting it hold water | |
| May | 2008 | 25000 | 0 | Changing the oil I noticed the left front strut leaking, so I had my wife (wifes car) take it to dealer where it was purchased, they said nothing wrong with it, but tried to sell her tires. Made another appointment at another local Chevrolet dealer and they replaced both front struts under warranty while she waited. |
| Nov | 2008 | 29000 | 0 | Steering felt loose, dealer ordered new steering column to be installed under warranty |
| Mar | 2010 | 42500 | 175 | replaced lower control arm bushings to stop clunking over every bump |
| Oct | 2010 | 48000 | 400 | Suspension bushings worn out mechanic fixed that but mechanic also said steering shaft would also need replaced within 6 months said its a common defect in the chevy cobalt. So 2 weeks later we traded car in on a new 2010 Honda Civic |
| Nov | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 4dr Sedan
145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Chevrolet Cobalt in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 50000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2011 | 59000 | 500 | The fuse box under the hood decided it didn't want to go to ground anymore. |
| Dec | 2012 | 73000 | 755 | secondary air injection system failed. |
| Chevrolet Cobalt in Nevada, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2012 | 85000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2012 | 85000 | 0 | Car slowed down and stopped while driving on freeway. Was making noise and smoke coming from the back. After diagnostic, mechanic said engine failure. |
| Chevrolet Cobalt in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2006 | 5000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2008 | 17000 | 0 | Oil leak detected at oil change. Scheduled repair and mechanic found head to be leaking and porous. Head replaced with new. |
| Jan | 2012 | 41000 | 1370 | Crunching sound in front end after collision repair. Dealer reported back to owner that A arm bushings worn on both sides and front struts leaking. But sound disappeared following their inspection. |
| Mar | 2013 | 52000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Chevrolet Cobalt in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 400 | Replace upper bearing mount. Went bad months before waiting for after market part to be avaiable. Dealer wanted hundreds and after market cost only $30.00 | |
| Nov | 2010 | 99000 | 250 | Strut was leaking. Banging sound when you would hit bumbs in the road. |
| Mar | 2011 | 106000 | 498 | Transmission hard clunk going from park to reverse on level surface. Only happens randomly might happen one week might happen again three weeks later. |
| Chevrolet Cobalt in Tennessee, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2007 | 80000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2008 | 209000 | 791 | Transmission 1-2 shift solenoid replaced. Extensive labor costs due to solenoid being inside transmission and side panel having to be removed. Cost of part was $25 labor including diagnostics approx. 8 hours. |
| Nov | 2008 | 282000 | 33 | Purge Valve for Evap. Cannister system replaced. Total cost $33 for parts. |
| May | 2009 | 300000 | 45 | Front O2 Oxygen sensor replaced |
| Jun | 2009 | 303000 | 80 | Ignition Control Module replaced |
| Oct | 2009 | 310000 | 0 | Ignition control module replaced again...part under warranty. |
| Nov | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Cobalt in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2006 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2006 | 10000 | 0 | Email 2-8-2007: Took car to dealer to try to find a hesitation problem that I have had at stop lights. It just feels like the car misses a beat once and a while. Dealer found nothing wrong. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Cobalt in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2006 | 6200 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2007 | 16740 | 0 | Unable to turn ignition switch when key is first inserted. Only able to turn the switch after several attempts. Dealer installed new tumblers in switch (?) So far, problem hasn't returned. |
| Mar | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Cobalt in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2006 | 4000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2007 | 17000 | 0 | I was only getting 25 MPG, should be higher, vehicle running ok. Found two codes P1300 engine misfire detected, P0171, fuel trim lean. Needs injectors cleaned and PCM reprogramed. |
| Jul | 2008 | 25000 | 0 | System low on freon. Found leak at condenser outlet pipe seal. Replaced seal, charged system, and verified repair. |
| Jul | 2009 | 37000 | 891 | When I took car in to replace two tires, the dealership noticed a problem with the struts and replaced them. |
| Mar | 2013 | 79000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Chevrolet Cobalt in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2006 | 620 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2008 | 26040 | 0 | Engine ceased to function on 2 of its cylinders. Faulty control module. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Cobalt in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 32240 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 39680 | 0 | The oil indicator resets to 100% after it reaches the 50-60% range. Normal behaviour is to continue decreasing in percentage untill oil is due for change and a message should indicate that the change is due. |
| Feb | 2012 | 46500 | 200 | Left link of the sway bar was worn out and the car was rattling every time I drive over bumpy roads at a fast or slow speed. |
| Apr | 2012 | 50220 | 113 | Engine light turn on. Diagnostics identified a thermostat malfunction. Issue was covered by the warranty and paid $100 + tax deductible |
| Mar | 2013 | 58280 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Chevrolet Cobalt in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2012 | 70000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 72000 | 1600 | Tie-rod ends, struts, bushings |
| Apr | 2013 | 87000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 2dr Coupe
supercharged 205hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Chevrolet Cobalt in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2007 | 0 | Cruise control would not engage. There was a TSB on it to either adjust or repair the clutch sensor. | |
| Chevrolet Cobalt in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | First odometer entry | ||
| Jan | 2009 | 0 | Battery replacement under warranty, defective cell. | |
| Feb | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Cobalt in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2006 | 0 | Cruise control button sticking | |
| Jan | 2008 | 0 | Drivers side door wouldn't latch when shut or couldn't open door. They replaced the latch assembly. Under warranty. | |
| Mar | 2010 | 47000 | 29 | Sunroof bezel fell off, repaired. |
| Jul | 2010 | 50000 | 0 | Sunroof switch trim piece fell off 3 times. |
| Mar | 2011 | 58000 | 0 | Blower motor bearing shot kept hearing clicking noise on vent level 1,2, and 3 dealer replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 76000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Chevrolet Cobalt in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 34100 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2008 | 45260 | 0 | Replaced CD player. |
| Mar | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Cobalt in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2007 | 0 | Low level engine coolant lighting up for no reason. All levels verified and ok. Defective sensor replaced under warranty. | |
| May | 2008 | 0 | Low level engine coolant lighting up for no reason. Defective sensor replaced under warranty | |
| Aug | 2008 | 0 | Busted catalytic converter. Replaced under warranty. | |
| Sep | 2010 | 48980 | 0 | Low level engine coolant light coming on AGAIN. Car stored for winter, will try to get it fixed at no expense, even if warranty is over |
| Chevrolet Cobalt in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2010 | 44640 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 58900 | 80 | Passenger-side axle seal leaking, ordered part and replace by self; Replaced transmission fluid. |
| May | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 2dr Coupe
171-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Chevrolet Cobalt in New Brunswick, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2006 | 0 | Adjusted clutch linkage for less vibration. Lubricated rear strut mounts for remove squeek. | |
| Mar | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Cobalt in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2006 | 0 | Sunroof wouldn't close all the way. The sunroof was replaced under warranty. | |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 2dr Coupe
171-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Chevrolet Cobalt in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2006 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2007 | 12000 | 0 | moisture accumulating in headlamp housing. tsb issued. |
| Oct | 2009 | 21000 | 760 | Upgraded to high performance slotted rotors and ceramic pads. Not GM Performance Parts Due to reputation of rotors warping. |
| May | 2010 | 22000 | 36 | Faulty Fuel Pump, Gas Smell, recalled by mfg due to cracks in housing |
| Mar | 2013 | 36000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Chevrolet Cobalt in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2005 | 0 | Motor replaced as well as paint bubbles fixed | |
| Chevrolet Cobalt in Iowa, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 66000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2012 | 77000 | 150 | I intermittently got a traction control light and check engine light code P0014 cam position over advanced. I replaced the cam actuator solenoid both intake and exhaust on the head of the engine and the cam position sensor 5 min fix. |
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 2dr Coupe
145-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Chevrolet Cobalt in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2005 | 0 | Replaced door trim panel for wax pencil mark from factory. | |
| Dec | 2006 | 0 | Various trim pieces replaced since last dealer visit. Not really necessary. Replaced valve cover gasket for oil seepage. | |
| Chevrolet Cobalt in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 21000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 57000 | 1903 | Clutch completely lost pressure while driving. Could not be driven at all. Had to pull over and have car towed. Entire clutch assembly and master cylinder had to be replaced. $900 in parts and $1000 in labor to repair car and have it be drivable again. |
| Dec | 2009 | 61000 | 0 | The steering rack needs to be replaced, and I have been quoted a price of $1,100 to do it. |
| Jul | 2010 | 74700 | 0 | Recalled power steering unit replaced, but only after it had caused me to get in an accident. |
| Feb | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Cobalt in New Brunswick, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 50840 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | 58880 | 400 | replaced worn brakes + rotors replaced battery (worn down) |
| Jun | 2012 | 60760 | 80 | Shifter assembly was stiff, needed to be lubricated |
| Mar | 2013 | 65720 | 300 | Steering wheel shaft/bearing needed to be replaced, it was scraping / making a metal on metal noise. |
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 2dr Coupe
145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Chevrolet Cobalt in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 23000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 69000 | 500 | Car needed new struts and an alignment. |
| Apr | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 2-door
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Chevrolet Cobalt in Wisconsin, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2006 | 22000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2007 | 25000 | 0 | The car would shut off if the keys were barely touched while running. It required a replacement part, no charge. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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