The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the power steering suddenly malfunctioned and the steering wheel became difficult to turn in either direction. The cause of the failure was not determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 10V073000 (Steering). The contact indicated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 76,000.
2008 Chevrolet Cobalt steering complaints
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The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30-35 MPH, the power steering warning light illuminated before the vehicle lost power. The contact shifted the vehicle into park and restarted the vehicle and the vehicle regained normal functionality. The failure occurred a total of 4 times. The contact had not taken the vehicle to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 114,000.
Steering was good and had no problems turning either direction and now it is hard steering and turn either direction and sometimes it feels like it's turning free when turning a corner or turning around
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the power steering suddenly malfunctioned, causing the steering wheel to become very difficult to turn in either direction. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and the manufacturer were not yet made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000.
Power steering keeps going out and I have never received a recall on this car. It was sitting still when I crank it and I could barely turn steering wheel. I could be killed if it goes out while driving. It's a manufacturing default and need to be recalled
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated that the steering wheel became hard to turn while parallel parking. The power steering warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that first the transmission control module, the traction control, ignition and power steering warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the gear shifter was not shifting to first gear and that the speedometer was not functioning as designed. The contact stated that after the TCM was grounded to the chassis, the gear shifter shifted as designed. The contact also stated that shortly after the failure, the power steering became hard to turn. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v073000 (steering) and stated that the vehicle had experienced the same failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 89,000.
Steering gets stiff on and off afraid it's going to lock up and get into accident just purchased from local used car dealer in town mid december 2020 for a christmas gift for granddaughters 1st car within first 50 miles TCM failed couldnt shift past second gear power steering light came on grounded wire and helped with transmission now power steering problem hard steering on and off trying learn how to parallel park for her drivers test
I have had the power steering pump recall fixed twice now on my car. Last time was october of 2020, and finally in january of 2021 it started acting up again. Normally I can drive it to wherever without too much issue, but that was not the case yesterday. I started my car before leaving for work, got in to leave and the power steering light was on. I attempted to drive it, as it is my only form of transportation, and did not get far. It jerked around violently, would not accelerate and then became hard to steer. After I let it sit all day and tried again, it still was acting up and the steering wheel would not move without excessive pressure, eventually would not even start after that try. I am at a loss and am furious as this is still an issue after being fixed twice.
Power steering stopped working while driving. Stopped the car and shut it off, then restarted car and the power steering worked again. I was lucky, I was driving slow on a back street when this happened. If I had been on a highway it could had gone very bad. I found no recalls for my car.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle loss power steering assist without warning, and became very difficult to steer. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed nor repaired. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 83,000.
I had recalls fixed in 2015. And then suddenly power steering turns on and off. Never before they touched it was there an issue. It happens here and there and stops. This year is happening every day and won't go away. My power steering turns off in middle of driving. Dash board lights go off and car starts cranking. Goes super slow . I'm scared ita going to explode. I can't drive on freeway . And now besides the lock on screen coming on my engine light stays on now . Not sure what to do with it. Car shops can't help. When I 1st had the issue I called the dealer because they fixed the recall and they said nothing could be done because they had already fixed the recall
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated that while reversing from a parking space, the vehicle loss power steering. The power steering assist warning light illuminated. The vehicle became difficult to steer. The contact contacted david hoffman auto mall (198 buffalo rd, rochester, ny 14611; (585) 527-9500) and was informed that the vehicle was no longer under warranty. The contact took the vehicle to get an oil change and was informed that underneath the vehicle was severely rusted. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 146,000.
While driving all the light on instrument panel will all light up then the transmission will shift hard. The car will not crank at times and when this happens its a guarantee the transmission will shift hard. The evap sensor is faulting because when I put fuel in the vehicle seems like it does not want to crank. The evap problem does not seem to be related to a possible computer malfunction. We have had the fuel pump replaced by a local licensed mechanic.
I smelled gas. Took it to the shop. The fuel supply line was leaking. Took it to the dealer and not covered under warranty, why not? I'm having the fuel filter replaced, which is covered. Plus, my car is losing power while on the interstate. I see the electric power assist is under recall, but the dealer told me it doesn't apply to my car, why not? In motion, on the interstate. Recall no. 10v073000.
I was driving home from gas station/ city rd and my keys came out of my ignition and I felt them hit my knee while driving! I slowly put them back in, then I turned down an ally after I had my key back in and got back home to park it. It's been parked since june 13th 2020. Because I know that can make my steering wheel lock up! I drive out of town a lot. And my 4 year old daughter is always with me!! So I'm not taking the chance of me driving 70mph and my steering wheel locking up!
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated while driving at a low speed and entering the driveway, the vehicle loss power steering with the power steering assist fault warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed and confirmed the power steering assist failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v073000 (steering) however, the VIN was not included. The neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
My power steering is getting real hard to steer and I do not have the money to get it check so I hope it is under recall can you help I hope thank you. My email [xxx] tel# [xxx]. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Electric assisted steering stops working while driving
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated that the electronic power steering stopped working when she attempted to start the vehicle. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The contact researched the failure and found that the electronic power steering was faulty. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 147,649.
My steering wheel has locked on me while driving away from my sisters house. I didnt crash into anything. Thank goodness. I went back to the dealership of which I financed the vehicle and the man said there they will not take the car back and refund my money. Ive only been able to pay 2 car payments on this car & put $1,600 for a down-payment.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated that all four windows failed to function and the radio flickered. On another occasion, while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the check tire sensor warning message was illuminated. The steering wheel became difficult to turn, but the contact managed to drive home. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the warning indicator turned off. The vehicle was towed to superior chevrolet (located at 4770 covington hwy, decatur, ga 30035, (404) 284-7630), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was unknown.
I was driving to run errands and I parked. When I was trying to backup and drive again, I had sudden loss of steering control. I almost crashed into a car near me since I could not maneuver the steering wheel in a way to get out of the way. Luckily after this happened someone recommended me to turn off the car and turn the steering wheel again to see if the steering would return to normal. Fortunately, I wasn't in a busy street when this happened otherwise I could have been in a serious wreck.
Power steering stops working as of 10/20/2019.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet cobalt. While driving 15 MPH out of a parking lot, the steering wheel seized and the check engine indicator illuminated. The contact attempted to drive home, but could not steer the vehicle. An independent towing company was contacted and towed the vehicle to the contact's home. Tim lally chevrolet (24999 miles rd, warrensville heights, oh 44128, (440) 359-8781) informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 128,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet cobalt. While driving 20 MPH and attempting to switch over to the right lane, the steering wheel seized without warning. The contact continued to drive home without power steering and had difficulty turning the steering wheel. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 159,087.
I was driving. The power steering warning came on the dash. The steering became difficult. I drove home.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet cobalt. While driving approximately 10 MPH, the contact attempted to turn into his driveway; however, the steering became difficult to maneuver. An independent mechanic was contacted and the contact was informed of a possible recall on the vehicle. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v073000 (steering). The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.
The gauges on the dash go haywire. A subtle 'ding ding' sound is made. The engine has difficulty accelerating and will only do so in spurts. A power steering warning is displayed on the dash and the steering wheel becomes very tight and impossible to turn. Car will give you about a minute, tops, to do something before shutting down completely. Issue happens randomly but seems to be triggered by the car decelerating into first gear, at a stoplight for example. However, this past incident happened while on the interstate and nearly caused a collision with a semi. My particular VIN is not included in the loss of power steering recall involving chevrolet cobalts, general motors recall number:10023 and the federal safety agency recall number: 10v073000. However, based on performance the past 6 months, I sincerely believe it should be.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet cobalt. While driving at low speeds, there was a grinding noise coming from the steering wheel and the power steering warning indicator illuminated. The contact also mentioned that the air bag warning indicator illuminated periodically. The steering wheel was unable to be turned. When the vehicle was restarted, it functioned normally. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the passenger side air bag sensor and the electric motor power steering needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 141,152.
Tl* the contact owned a 2008 chevrolet cobalt. While driving 65 MPH, the power steering and steering wheel seized. The contact could not regain control of the steering. As a result, the vehicle veered into the left lane, flipped over, rolled five times, and crashed into the shoulder spacing. The contact was ejected from the vehicle and lost consciousness. The air bags deployed, but the contact had no recollection of the deployment. The contact sustained bruises, headaches, back and neck pain, and muscle spasms. Medical attention was received. A police report was filed. The contact's insurance company deemed the vehicle totaled. The vehicle was towed from the scene. The cause of the steering failure was not diagnosed. The manufacturer and dealer were not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 130,000.
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