Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet cobalt. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the power steering failed and the wheel was difficult to maneuver. The contact turned the vehicle off and restarted it to reset the power steering. The manufacturer had not been notified. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 44,000.
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt steering complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet cobalt. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the contact stated that the power steering failed and the contact had minimal control over the vehicle steering. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was informed of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The current and failure mileage was approximately 86,000.
I have a 2006 chevy cobalt that is having power steering issues. I thought that the recall repair would fix the issue as I had it repaired a week ago. After the repair the power steering light came on and the car became hard to steer. The car was taken back to an authorized dealer and they charged me $43.00 to diagnose the problem and came up with several codes in the computer but could not duplicate the issue. They reset the computer and it happened again today. No power steering and the car started shuttering the power steering light came on and the traction control light comes on. When I turned the car off and restarted it I then had power steering but the check engine light was still on. This is a very dangerous situation and I do not believe gm is fixing the right problem.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet cobalt. While the contact was driving 10 MPH into a parking space, a chime sounded and the power steering light illuminated along with enhanced traction system warning indicators. There was a loss of power steering. The contac turned the vehicle off. When the engine was restarted, the vehicle operated normally without the illumination of the warning lights. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the vehicle was repaired under the federal safety agency campaign id number 10v073000 (steering: electric power assist system). The failure continued and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer three different times for the same failure. The ECM was replaced but the failure continued. The failure mileage was 80,681. Updated 1/21/11 *cn also, the traction control light illumianted. Updated 04/11/11
Vehicle power steering failed again two weeks after dealer performed mandated recall work to fix power steering failures with this model of vehicle. With most recent steering failure, dealer claims they can't duplicate the problem and that they do not have to perform any more warranty work to fix the power steering since they say they already did the required recall work. What leaves us with a vehicle that potentially still suffers from intermittent lose of power assist to the steering.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet cobalt. While the contact was driving approximately 20 MPH, the vehicle began to shake and a loss of power steering occurred with the illumination of the power steering warning indicator. The speed odometer also became inoperable. In addition, the engine and traction control warning indicators illuminated on the previous day. The contact continued to drive with excessive force applied to the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they recommended that the vehicle be taken to a dealer. The contact was in the process of taking the vehicle to the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 89,887.
Chevy 2006 cobalt power steering failed four times since august 13th power steering motor replaced.
My daughter owns a 2006 chevy cobalt, (which I provided much of the $$ for) it has approx 32k miles. It recently developed an issue with a knocking sound from under the dashboard that continues for 10-15 seconds almost every time the car is started. She took the car to a local trusted repair shop, and it was determined to be a power steering problem that the mechanic felt should /could be a recall item and suggested that she take it to the dealership; charged $48. Dealership checked out car free of charge (that is suspicious) for 2 hours, and determined that it was a problem with the intermediate steering shaft part # 15800140. They referred to bulletin # 04-03-08-006d.the approx cost to repair it would be $1100, but it was deemed safe to drive although the knocking sound would be a nuisance. Soon after I researched the internet and easily found numerous complaints, injuries, and accidents from cobalt steering problems for 2005-2009 vehicles, yet it was not a recall item. I know that my daughter's current issue will only get much worse and the value of the car is very diminished. The odds of selling it are slim. Please! Make chevrolet recall cobalt for their steering defects a.s.a.p. We work hard and can't afford to repair this vehicle. But, I will pay to have it repaired to save my daughter's life, what choice do we have?
I have a 06 chevy cobalt. Since october 2007, the power steering has been going out and the transmission has been acting up. At the beginning, the problem would occur only once in a while. Now it is happening everyday. I'm currently a nursing student and rely on my car. There have been many times when my car would start acting up and during dangerous conditions such as thunderstorms or just in an unsafe part of town. I was happy when a power steering recall was issued, but after having the recalled fixed, the problem is still occurring! I'm a michigan native and know first hand the impact on the economy on the american auto industry. I wanted to support the local economy by choosing this car. Now I don't think I would ever buy a gm car again. Something more needs to be done! This car is not safe!!!
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet cobalt. While driving 65 MPH, the power steering failed when the contact attempted to turn left to exit the highway. She had to use additional force to complete the turn and avoid a crash. The failure occurred several times. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who would not offer assistance. The contact called the manufacturer. The failure mileage was approximately 82,000 and the current mileage was approximately 86,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet cobalt. The contact was driving 10 MPH when the vehicle exhibited an unusual metal to metal noise from the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to two independent mechanics where they both were unable to duplicate or locate a failure. The dealer was informed of the failure and advised the contact that the failure was potentially caused by the rack and pinion needing replacement. The vehicle was repaired at the owners expense. The failure mileage was 52,432 and the current mileage was 52,797.
I have a problem power steering my chevrolet cobalt 2006.
All of my electrical components go crazy including the gauges, radio, headlights, power breaks/ steering. The car also stalls upon stopping and in traffic(usually going over 40mph). It has stalled several times in traffic causing other cars to swerve or slam on their brakes. Im shocked I haven't been hit yet. Then the car will also overaccelarate. On one occasion I barely touched the gas to pull away from a stop sign and the car accelerated very quickly through the intersection and into the park across the street. After all this happens the battery will die and the key will get stuck in the ignition. The same basic cycle occurs every few months. I have had it to the dealership four times this week alone and each time it acts up again within hours. They do not seem to have any idea how to fix it either.
Lost control of the car going around 50, rolled across the road and then into a ditch where I hit a tree. Car was totaled.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet cobalt. The contact was traveling 15 MPH when the steering wheel suddenly locked without warning. The contact was unable to maneuver the vehicle with a loss of power steering and crashed into a nearby pole. The front passenger suffered minor injuries. The vehicle was repaired two weeks prior to the failure under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 10v073000 (steering: electric power assist system). The current and failure mileage was 75,000.
Tl*the contact owns 2006 chevrolet cobalt. The contact was rear ended while traveling 55 MPH, lost control of the vehicle which caused her crash into the median wall and destroy the vehicle. The contact stated that the power steering failed and she could not control the vehicle of stop it from crashing into the median wall. Although the vehicle was a part of a recall, the contact did not receive the recall campaign number 10v073000 notice, which related to the electronic power assist, until august 1, 2010. The recall was issued march 1, 2010. The contact stated that if they knew of the recall prior to the accident, the lost of the vehicle could have been prevented. The contact was not aware of the mileage on the vehicle.
Tl*the contact owns 2006 chevrolet cobalt. While driving approximately 40 to 45 MPH the dashboard light illuminated within seconds the steering failed. The driver lost control of the vehicle and crashed into an embankment. She received bruises to the body. The vehicle was destroyed. The failure and the current mileages were 68,000.
Power assist steering fails to operate during normal operation of vehicle. Stopping and turning the engine off and on remedies the failure. This occurrence is random and without a noticeable pattern. However, the problem seems to occur more often during hot weather conditions.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated that while driving, the power steering light illuminated followed by a loss of power steering; then, the gauge began to "twitch". The contact also noticed that the vehicle would vibrate violently while he was slowing down and would "pop" when shifting gears. The vehicle was repaired according to recall 10v073000 at the dealership (steering:electric power assist system) but the failure continued. The contact called the dealership who offered no assistance. The contact had not spoken with the manufacturer at the time of the complaint. The current mileage was 49,317. The failure mileage was approximately 48,500.
My daughter has (had) a 2006 cobalt. We were co-owners of this car but she was the primary driver. We did receive the recall notice and took it to a gm dealer on 6/21/10 for the repair. On tuesday, august 3, 2010, she was driving home on a two lane country road and was less than 1/4 mile from home when she wrecked. The car suddenly pulled to the right side of the road and couldn't be steered back, she side swiped a telephone pole, the car pulled hard the other way, she fought for control of the car but lost. She kept hitting the brakes and the car spun around and was stopped when it got stuck on steps and a railing on a downhill slope into someone's yard. Thankfully she was not seriously hurt but is suffering from back and neck pain and had abrasions and bruises. She had to crawl out a window because neither door would open. We have pictures of the car and parts that went everywhere. Can you help us and direct us what to do?
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated when driving at any speed and turning the steering wheel to the right, there was an unusual cracking noise coming from the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the power assist motor was replaced yet the failure persisted. The failure mileage was 36,000 and the current mileage was 51,000. Updated 10/26/10. *lj the left front strut was leaking oil and the steering column was replaced. Updated 10/26/10
My 2006 chevy cobalt has been under repair for the faulty steering since I got it. I had it taken care of under recall, this weekend the steering totally locked up I did not have manual steering I had nothing and I was on an s turn when it happened. Gm is reluctant to fix it again. I had this fixed twice under the recall and it is getting worse.
We encountered harding of the steering wheel when we tried to parallel park our 2006 chevy cobalt. The problem persisted and we are having steering problem.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated that while approaching a traffic light her power steering light came on. The power steering failed for approximately five minutes then the steering wheel began to function normally. The failure occurred approximately three times. The contact received the recall notice approximately six months ago for the federal safety agency campaign id number: 10v073000, electric power assist system steering. She called the dealer several times and was informed that the parts were not available. The contact does not feel safe driving the vehicle with an existing safety recall. The failure mileage was approximately 29,000. The current mileage was approximately 34,000. Updated 10/05/10.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated that her vehicle was included in the federal safety agency recall campaign id number 10v073000, steering:electric power assist system. An authorized dealer was notified and informed the contact that they did not have the parts available to perform the recall repair. Approximately one month later an authorized dealer told the contact that the parts were unavailable. The failure and current mileages were 29,000.
Electronic power steering suddenly went out while driving.
My 2006 chevy cobalt has the air bag light on. I received a possible recall notice in february 2010 stating that there were problems with the steering. The letter stated that I would be receiving a letter stating were and when to take my car in for check up. It is july 2010 and I have not received any notice. I'm afraid that this defect will cause an accident. I called the chevy dealer here in salinas ca, and they told me that they did not have the parts yet and that I should wait for that letter and my car could not be checked until then. Please help out it is very scary and I'm very concerned. Thank you for your attention to this important matter.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet cobalt. While driving 10 MPH, the steering wheel became extremely difficult to turn without warning. The contact had a recall repair performed for the power steering that was partially repaired. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who stated that the entire steering column would possibly need to be replaced. The manufacturer would not provide any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 96,000 and the current mileage was 97,000.
I have a 06 cobalt recalled for power steering . In october of 09 I started calling gm over my power steering going out . My car is under the powertrain warranty then and still is with just 50,000 miles. I called gm researched ,and signed the petition for the recall and got nowhere but lies from them. I thought that maybe they could fix it under the warranty before the recall that they said they knew nothing about went into affect. They told me to get a diagnostic test which cost 100 dollars out of my pocket which I did. Still no result, now we have a recall 2 months after they told me that they would not fix my car. The thing that troubles me now is that there is another lie being told because the diagnostic test says that there is 2 things that should be fixed not just one, the cheapest one, the recall is only going to fix the motor . The column is also suppose to be fixed because the motor will not solve the problem altogether it is just a bandaid sort of thing. This is what the dealer told me that gm required before the recall. This is about a $1500 problem .why are they not going to fix all of it like they said it required before recall. It goes out when you get to 10 or 15 MPH and stays out until car is shut off. They are lying about when it happens, it happens all the time who only drives 10mph impossible! I have been getting on the ramps on highways in a curve and it would go out ,very dangerous very unsafe because it is extremely hard to turn steering wheel, it is very hard to keep car steered straight, not to mention trying to park or back up it is almost impossible and dangerous on hitting other vehicles that are close to you. I drive in fear every day with a new car, I have got neck and back problems now from this. I have a list of front end wear & tear damage from this being out for 10 months now . I have a 87 yr father who was a gm worker ,who I take to appts in this car, which we both fear everytime we are in it. Gm needs to fix both problems.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet cobalt. While driving various speeds, the power steering light illuminated and the steering wheel locked which was difficult to turn. She will had to use extreme force to turn the steering wheel. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not notified. The failure and current mileages were 80,000.
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