Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to be restarted and resumed normal operation. The failure occurred immediately after the vehicle was serviced for the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v047000 (air bag, electrical system). The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt electrical complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. The contacts VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14e021000 (electrical system). The contact was informed that it would take 6-8 weeks for parts to become available and the contact was concerned of the safety risks involved in the defect that could not be immediately resolved. There were no failures. Updated 08/19/14*lj updated 08/23/2017
2009 chevrolet cobalt. Consumer writes in regards to recall notice problems. *smd the consumer stated the dealer kept telling him, it would be a few more weeks. *jb the parts are still not available. Updated 09/24/14.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle stalled and the key was unable to be removed from the ignition. The vehicle was taken to a dealer.the technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was unknown. The VIN was unavailable.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. The contact received the notification for recall the federal safety agency campaign id number 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system). The contact stated that the repair was not taken care of in a reasonable amount of time. The dealer indicated parts were not available. Contact had not experienced a failure. The manufacturer has not been contacted. Pam
2009 chevrolet cobalt. Consumer writes in regards to ignition key problems. *smd the consumer stated last year, she couldn't get the key out of the ignition. The dealer removed the key from the ignition and replaced a part. In april 2014, she experienced the same failure and the vehicle wouldn't start.
2009 chevrolet cobalt. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch and several other problems with vehicle. *smd the consumer the vehicle was taken to the dealer, several times. Three times, for the ignition. The steering module, struts, and control arms were replace. The drive train was in the process of failing.
Submission from constituent re 2009 chevrolet cobalt recall notice. *smd the consumer stated it has been several weeks, and she has not heard back from the dealer.
This car was repaired and I was repaid by gm and the car was traded in at diane sauer chevrolet dealer, warren, ohio. Therefore I no longer own this car.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. The contact received the federal safety agency recall campaign id numbers 14v047000 (air bags , electrical system) and 14v171000 (electrical system); however, the contact was unable to have the vehicle serviced under the recall because the parts were unavailable. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. There were no failures. Updated 8/11/14
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. The contact received a recall notification for the federal safety agency campaign id number: 14v04700 (air bags, electrical system) and the federal safety agency campaign id number: 14v17100 (electrical system). The contact stated that the parts were not available for the repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The contact had not experienced a failure.
I was going up a hill to go to work to pick up my paycheck that day. I pushed on the gas pedal I was only going 10 or 15 MPH when the car completely shut off. It lost all power and I freaked out; because it happened so fast that it scared me half to death. Thank god there was no one behind me. I put the car in park and put my foot on the brake and I had to restart the car. Then I put it back into drive and drove up the hill. I was so scared and frightened that it scared half to death. I am still scared and freaked out to drive the car. Everytime I drive it I am so nervous. I just want the ignition switch fixed. I just want it fixed. The car dealer in own told me they do not have the part to fix it yet. They told me I have to drive it and it won't be ready for another month or so. That does not help the situation at all. It only adds to the misery of it all.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated that the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 14v171000 (electrical system) and 14v047000 (air bags , electrical system) had exceeded the reasonable amount of time for repair. The dealer stated the parts were not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the delay. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the ignition switch was loose. The failure mileage was unknown. Updated 09/15/14
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. The contact received the recall notification for the federal safety agency campaign id number: 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system). The contact stated that the repair had exceeded a reasonable amount of time. The dealer informed that parts were not available. The contact had not experienced a failure. The manufacturer was notified of the delay.
Deer hit car was very dark 7 am witness called 911 jackson twp police came car had to be towed front end of car all smashed air bag did not go off I was hysterical god sent me an angel that morning witness stayed with me until police came police called for tow truck & made report total cost of repairs over $6,000 thought car would be totaled I have copy of all repairs done.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated that the ignition switch failed to turn. The failure occurred on two occasions. The contact received two recall notifications for the federal safety agency campaign id number: 14v171000 (electrical system) and the federal safety agency campaign id number: 14v047000 (air bags , electrical system). The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the remedy was unable to be performed due to the part not being available. The manufacturer was notified of the delay. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 55,000. Dr
I was driving and had to pull to the side of the road because the lights kept on going from dim to bright and the automatic lights kept on switching up and down real fast and the car just lost its powersteering there is a strong smell of gas coming from the car and when I put gas in it takes a few minutes to actually crank back up. Im afraid while driving fast the electric problems will cause serious harm. There was a recent recall on this model and all the problems I stated and I need them fixed.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. The contact was driving 65 MPH when the vehicle stalled without warning. The steering wheel became inoperable and caused the contact to lose control of the vehicle. The vehicle rolled over and crashed into a creek. The driver sustained lacerations to his face which required medical attention. The vehicle was destroyed and a police report was filed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 83,000. Updated 6/24/14*cn updated 06/26/2014
2009 chevrolet cobalt. Consumer writes in regards to defective ignition recall. Consumer has different vehicle complaint in artemis.
2009 chevrolet cobalt. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch problems. *smd the consumer stated she experienced several incidents, with the ignition switch sticking and not being able to turn the key, including the first day she brought the vehicle home. Over the years, the switch has failed, which left her stranded. The vehicle was taken to the dealer many times, but they never replaced any components regarding the lock cylinder or switch. *jb updated 05/14/14. *jb the consumer stated she was unable to shift the vehicle into gear. Updated 06/26/14 the electric power steering motor was replaced. Updated 07/10/14 updated 07/30/14 the consumer stated the vehicle was fixed. Updated 09/02/14
Vehicle was being towed behind class a motorhome. Key was in the accessory position; transmission (automatic) was in the neutral position; fuse block:8 (ignition switch, pass-key iii+) was removed to prevent battery drain; per vehicle manual for dinghy towing. Traveling on interstate 45; 95 miles south of dallas, tx. Nothing was hit when traveling. Both front tires blew out, subsequently ruining both front tires and wheels. There is no apparent reason why this happened. Was wondering if this may be connected with current safety recall on ignition problem on chevrolet cobalt. The key chain had three keys and the key fob attached.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated that the key overheated while in the ignition. The contact mentioned that failure was experienced multiple times. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was unavailable.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated that while traveling at any speed, the vehicle would intermittently become hesitant and was not able to change gears into reverse. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the unknown repairs were made to the vehicle. The contact had also experienced the vehicle stalling intermittently on multiple occasions. The contact was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id numbers:14v047000 (electrical), 14v171000 (electrical) or 09v073000 (power train) but stated that he had experienced the failure described in each recall on multiple occasions. The vehicle was scheduled for diagnosis and possible repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 15000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated that while traveling various speeds, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The contact mentioned that the failure was recurring. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number 14v047000 (electrical system). The approximate failure mileage was 90,000.
My wife tried to start the car on 4/30/14. Put the key in the ignition and try to turn the key to start the car the key wouldn't turn. It was locked up. The steering wheel wouldn't turn, the engine wouldn't run. Eventually if she comes back after approx. One hour and try again the key will turn in the ignition and the car will start. This happens couple of time a year since we bought the car brand new from the dealer. We contacted the dealer service department; they told us that they do not know of any such problem with this chevy model.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH and descending downhill, the vehicle erroneously stalled, causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle. The contact then crashed into a sidewalk and suffered neck and back injuries from the impact. The contact also stated that the key had become stuck in the ignition switch, which was not noticed until after the incident. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed that the failure was caused by a faulty ignition switch. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 25000.
It will not let me type in the affected part. It was the ignition. The car was sitting still and the ignition would not shut off. The key could be removed and replaced and could be turned, but it would not shut down.. I had to call aaa to have them come to remove the battery cable, (I had to go online to find out where the battery was located) (because even my aaa did not know where it was. We then had aaa tow the vehicle to the dealership in laurel, md and they said that the ignition had fallen apart. They put another ignition in, however, I wonder if it is out of the same batch that is causing problems now. They also did something to the electric power steering at the same time.
Driving vehicle on highway when engine check light comes on and "reduced engine power" message appears on status bar of dashboard. Repaired at dealership by replacing throttle control body. Occurred twice more over next 3 days, repaired at different dealership saying first throttle control body was defective. Occurred again 2 days later, dealership replaced crankshaft position sensor. Occurred again 1 day later. Need to take in for more service. Basic internet research shows that this is common problem on chevrolet cobalts.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated received notification of the federal safety agency campaign id number: 14v047000 (electrical system:ignition:switch) but was not able to have the vehicle serviced because the parts needed would not become available until april 21, 2014. The manufacturer could not provide an exact date for when the contact could schedule an appointment to receive the recall service. Additionally, there was a fuel leak and a strong odor of gasoline in the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who confirmed that the fuel pump was spewing fuel over the top of the engine. The dealer advised the contact that the seal, fuel tank and the fuel pump would need replacing. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign id numbers: 12v459000 (fuel system and gasoline) and 09v419000 (fuel system and gasoline) but was advised that the vehicle was included in ignition recall but not the fuel system recall. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000. Updated 8/17/17
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated the cruise control was activated while driving approximately 55 MPH. The steering column began to shake violently when the brake pedal was engaged. The failure only recurred when the brakes were applied. In addition, the ignition failed to function properly upon starting. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the power steering pump was replaced. The steering malfunction persisted and the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The contact no longer owned the vehicle. The VIN was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 33,900.
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