CarRecallWatchThe 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1,649 complaints with NHTSA, including 97 crashes, 12 fires, 72 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (1,154 reports).
2005 Chevrolet Cobalt recalls
Most common 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt problems
Problem areas named in the 1,649 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 1,154 |
| Electrical System | 327 |
| Power Train | 100 |
| Air Bags | 71 |
| Engine | 69 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 52 |
| Suspension | 50 |
| Structure | 46 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 40 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 38 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that the key was stuck in the ignition. The contact had to use the key release to remove the key manually. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic; however, no cause for the failure was found, and the failure persisted. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal, and the vehicle stalled. The contact was unable to coast to the side of the road. The steering locked up after the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was restarted; however, the failure persisted while drivin
The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to turn in the desired direction. The contact stated the power steering warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The contact referenced an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated while driving at approximately 65 MPH, the power steering assist warning illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel was difficult to turn to the left or the right. The contact was able to pull off the roadway, turned off, and restart the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle regained power steering functionality. The contact stated that the loss of power steering assist became a recurring failure. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact researched online and related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 10V073000 (Steering)
The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH and making a turn, the steering wheel seized and created a loss of the power steering functionality. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.
.Engine wire harness/yes . Could of started a fire/ cause multiple safty problems .no professionals confirmed .multiple problems with the new trans solenoids (new) problems with gas, tcm, I fixed the wire for the speed sensor and more
2005 Chevrolet Cobalt questions
Does the 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt: Electrical System:Ignition; Air Bags; Electrical System:Ignition:Switch; Steering:Electric Power Assist System; Structure; Exterior Lighting:Headlights. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt?
Based on 1,649 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (1,154), Electrical System (327), Power Train (100).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.