2017 CHEVROLET COBALT

0 recalls, 1 complaints - 171 TSBs

No recalls found for this vehicle.

Complaint Statistics

1 total complaints

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
STEERING1
STEERING Apr 5, 2018
Incident date: Mar 2, 2018
WHEN YOU TURN THE STEERING WHEEL RIGHT OR LEFT IT IS HARD TO TURN BECK, IT IS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION WITCH COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT, THERE WAS A RECALL A FEW YEARS AGO, AND I HAD THE RECALL FIXED AND NOW THERE IS A PROBLEM GM DOES NOT WANT TO FIX IT.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2017 CHEVROLET COBALT

171 manufacturer communications from 90 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING35
350000 EQUIPMENT25
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL21
200000 WHEELS15
100000 POWER TRAIN11
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM9
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE6
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER6
24-NA-040 Mar 4, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information on All hazmat parts being returned to the Warranty Parts Center (WPC) must be shipped using Central Transport. Hazardous materials should never be sent by air transportation to the WPC.
17-NA-073 Mar 1, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
PIT5962A Dec 15, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number for reflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses.
PIT5962A Dec 15, 2023
110220 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HAND HEATER:WIRING HARNESS
This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number for reflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses.
07-08-49-020R Sep 21, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
07-08-49-020R Sep 21, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
07-08-49-020R Sep 21, 2023
117100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER
This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
18-NA-306 Sep 1, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).
16-NA-222 Aug 10, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.
16-NA-222 Aug 10, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.
15-00-89-004F Aug 7, 2023
010000 STEERING
This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
15-00-89-004F Aug 7, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
15-00-89-004F Aug 7, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
15-00-89-004F Aug 7, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
08-07-30-026H May 30, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This service bulletin provides information on some vehicles that may rock or move slightly forward or rearward while in Park at start up after cold soak. This condition may be accompanied by a clunk noise. This is a slight movement that is
22-NA-244 May 22, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information about GM Accessories - Dealer-Installed, Repaired or Replaced During Warranty Coverage Period.
12-03-10-001E May 22, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Vibration Shortly After Tires are Mounted/Preventing Vibration from Wheel Slip (Tire Sliding on Wheel).
01-08-42-001P May 3, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This service bulletin provides information on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leak Information and Replacement Guidelines.
17-NA-170 Apr 27, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
11-00-89-005W Apr 25, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S. Only).
12-03-10-001D Apr 21, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Vibration Shortly After Tires are Mounted/Preventing Vibration from Wheel Slip (Tire Sliding on Wheel).
04-00-89-015Z Apr 19, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin provides information on Warranty Administration a?? Required Operating Procedures - 8 Points (U.S. Only).
10-08-110-001J Apr 6, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information on proper use of floor mats.
11-00-89-005V Apr 6, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S. Only).
11-00-89-005V Apr 6, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S. Only).
08-07-30-035G Apr 6, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
PI0281J Apr 4, 2023
010000 STEERING
This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
PI0281J Apr 4, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
PI0281J Apr 4, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
PI0281J Apr 4, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
PI0281J Apr 4, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
20-NA-132 Apr 4, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
20-NA-132 Apr 4, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
20-NA-132 Apr 4, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
21-NA-043 Mar 20, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This informational bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
21-NA-043 Mar 20, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This informational bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
21-NA-043 Mar 20, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This informational bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
21-NA-043 Mar 20, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This informational bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
22-NA-018 Mar 20, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
This service bulletin provides information for the Global Warranty Management (GWM) Warranty Parts Center (WPC) Part Photo Return Process (U.S. Dealers Only).
22-NA-018 Mar 20, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information for the Global Warranty Management (GWM) Warranty Parts Center (WPC) Part Photo Return Process (U.S. Dealers Only).
00-06-01-012M Mar 17, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin advises about the possible issues that may occur when using a scotch brite pad or highly abrasive disk on gasket sealing surfaces or reused parts.
18-NA-073 Mar 17, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.
00-06-01-026Q Mar 17, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe internal engine damage.
16-NA-222 Mar 17, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.
22-NA-009 Mar 17, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
07-06-01-016I Mar 16, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides information on Internal Engine Noise or Damage After Oil Filter Replacement.
23-NA-044 Mar 10, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This service bulletin provides information on AGM batteries that require less frequent charging in storage.
23-NA-044 Mar 10, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information on AGM batteries that require less frequent charging in storage.
20-NA-159 Mar 8, 2023
190000 TIRES
This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S. Dealers Only).
20-NA-159 Mar 8, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S. Dealers Only).
15-NA-017 Feb 27, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Warranty Administration bulletin provides policy information on Causal Part requirements for transactions submitted to GM for payment.
17-NA-073 Feb 21, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
18-NA-146 Feb 20, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information, proper labor operation selection and causal part identification for warranty transactions (U.S. Only).
PI0754F Feb 17, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
This PI provides information on Rear and Side Tempered Glass Spots (Quench Marks) and that they are a normal characteristic.
PI0754F Feb 17, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This PI provides information on Rear and Side Tempered Glass Spots (Quench Marks) and that they are a normal characteristic.
PI0754F Feb 17, 2023
132100 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR:CRITICAL FASTENERS
This PI provides information on Rear and Side Tempered Glass Spots (Quench Marks) and that they are a normal characteristic.
18-NA-263 Feb 17, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for variable diagnostic time allowances on select labor operations (U.S. Only).
99-04-20-002N Feb 16, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This service bulletin provides information on Driveline Clunk Noise and what is acceptable and what is considered normal operation.
01-08-42-001O Feb 15, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
07-03-16-004E Jan 31, 2023
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
This service bulletin provides information for tire pressure monitoring (TPM) system concerns.
07-03-16-004E Jan 31, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information for tire pressure monitoring (TPM) system concerns.
07-03-16-004E Jan 31, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information for tire pressure monitoring (TPM) system concerns.
00-00-90-002M Jan 31, 2023
190000 TIRES
This service bulletin provides information for accurate tire pressures that ensure the safe handling and appropriate ride characteristics of GM cars and trucks.
00-00-90-002M Jan 31, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information for accurate tire pressures that ensure the safe handling and appropriate ride characteristics of GM cars and trucks.
00-00-90-002M Jan 31, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information for accurate tire pressures that ensure the safe handling and appropriate ride characteristics of GM cars and trucks.
02-00-89-002U Jan 20, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. Dealers Only).
21-NA-068 Jan 17, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information requirements applicable to key fob replacement under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty or under a Replacement Parts Warranty on 2017-2022 and newer model year vehicles with RP
22-NA-257 Dec 23, 2022
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information on Dealer Installed LPO Wheel Installation and Return Process.
18-NA-073 Dec 14, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.
21-NA-124 Dec 14, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or P0455 Set.
16-NA-338 Dec 13, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle
16-NA-338 Dec 13, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle
22-NA-244 Dec 7, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information about GM Accessories - Dealer-Installed, Repaired or Replaced During Warranty Coverage Period.
PIT3271N Nov 29, 2022
190000 TIRES
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed fo
PIT3271N Nov 29, 2022
200000 WHEELS
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed fo
20-NA-138 Nov 18, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information on Policies Applicable to All U.S. Dealers for Engine and Transmission Assembly Replacement Under Warranty, Policy or Customer Enthusiasm and information on Submission of Warranty Transaction in Global War
20-NA-138 Nov 18, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
This bulletin provides information on Policies Applicable to All U.S. Dealers for Engine and Transmission Assembly Replacement Under Warranty, Policy or Customer Enthusiasm and information on Submission of Warranty Transaction in Global War
22-NA-074 Nov 9, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
22-NA-205 Oct 19, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This service bulletin provides information on Module Harvesting.
10-00-89-006I Oct 7, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
99-00-89-019X Oct 4, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on the Global Warranty Management (GWM) Warranty Parts Center (WPC) Parts Return Program.
22-NA-195 Sep 28, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information on Handling Requests for Modifications to Permanently Import/Export Vehicles Between the U.S. and Canada.
PI0592G Sep 27, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This preliminary information (PI) provides information om Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes (E4398, E4399, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491 or E6961).
07-06-01-016H Sep 16, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides information on Internal Engine Noise or Damage After Oil Filter Replacement.
15-00-89-004E Sep 16, 2022
010000 STEERING
This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
15-00-89-004E Sep 16, 2022
020000 SUSPENSION
This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
15-00-89-004E Sep 16, 2022
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
15-00-89-004E Sep 16, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
15-00-89-004E Sep 16, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
06-00-89-031H Sep 16, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides information on OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification.
06-00-89-031H Sep 16, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
This service bulletin provides information on OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification.
13-08-116-001H Sep 16, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
05-06-04-022T Sep 16, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles and the TOP TIER FUELS website URL.
05-06-04-022T Sep 16, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles and the TOP TIER FUELS website URL.
05-06-04-022T Sep 16, 2022
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles and the TOP TIER FUELS website URL.
09-06-04-026W Sep 14, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
05-00-89-072F Sep 14, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides the technician with additional information on fuels, fuel additives and fuel management.
05-00-89-072F Sep 14, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This service bulletin provides the technician with additional information on fuels, fuel additives and fuel management.
01-00-89-010Q Sep 14, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information on a guide to help reduce repeat visits for the same customer concern.
22-NA-009 Sep 14, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.

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NHTSA Safety Investigations, CHEVROLET COBALT

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

PE20011 Opened: Jul 5, 2020 , Closed: Aug 17, 2023
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2008
Fuel Line Leak
On July 5, 2020, the Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) opened PE20-011 to investigate instances of metal fuel lines under the vehicle corroding and leaking fuel in model year (MY) 2008 through 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2008 through 2009 Chevrolet HHR passenger cars manufactured by General Motor... Read more
PE10005 Opened: Jan 27, 2010 , Closed: Jul 19, 2010
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2005
Electric Power Steering Failure
In a March 1, 2010 letter, General Motors Corporation (GM) provided a defect information report to NHTSA regarding a problem that could result in sudden loss of power steering assist in certain model year (MY) 2005 through 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt and MY 2007 through 2010 Pontiac G5 vehicles equipped w... Read more

CHEVROLET COBALT - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the CHEVROLET COBALT across all model years (2005, 2010).

35 Total Recalls
10,115 Total Complaints
2 Investigations
876 Reported Crashes
101 Reported Fires
78 Reported Deaths

CHEVROLET COBALT - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2017 (current) 0 1
2016 0 1 View
2012 0 1 View
2011 0 2 View
2010 6 795 View
2009 6 916 View
2008 5 1,104 View
2007 6 2,004 View
2006 6 3,056 View
2005 6 2,231 View
2002 0 2 View
2000 0 1 View
1996 0 1 View

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