2007 Chevrolet Cobalt Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1,564 complaints with NHTSA, including 116 crashes, 16 fires, 109 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Steering (694 reports).

5Recalls
1,564Owner complaints
116Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2007 Chevrolet Cobalt recalls

Electrical System:Ignition

Recall 14V171Apr 10, 20142,191,014 vehicles affected

Air Bags; Electrical System:Ignition:Switch

Recall 14V047Feb 10, 20142,190,934 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Recall 12V459Sep 19, 201249,768 vehicles affected

Steering:Electric Power Assist System

Recall 10V073Mar 3, 20101,050,889 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Recall 09V419Oct 29, 200969,139 vehicles affected

Most common 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt problems

Problem areas named in the 1,564 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Steering694
Electrical System286
Fuel/Propulsion System283
Fuel System, Gasoline159
Air Bags144
Suspension76
Engine56
Power Train45
Service Brakes25
Unknown Or Other24

What owners report

2026-07-03, Fuel/Propulsion System
Fuel Leak it smells and leaks it seems to be coming from the gas tank and sometimes I get random electric failure when I'm driving I lose power steering and My brakes get stiff and hard to push down and my dash will go Off and then go crazy and show that i have no gas
2026-04-15, Fuel/Propulsion System
I observed my mother’s 2007 Chevy Cobalt was leaking fuel near the rear tire by the fuel tank. I inspected the tank with engine off and it does not leak. Only with engine running. I lowered the tank and observed a small crack on the plastic return line on the fuel pump module. I started looking online and could not find a replacement part that was plastic. I then conducted more research and found the recall. I asked my mother and she stated she never received a recall. The recall was issued on 09-19-12. NHSTA ID#12v459000
2026-03-17, Air Bags
The contact owned a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while the son was driving at approximately 52 MPH, the vehicle crashed head-on into a second vehicle. During the crash, no air bags had deployed, and the driver sustained fatal injuries. Also, during the crash, the ignition key broke off inside the ignition switch, and the vehicle was destroyed. A police report was taken at the scene, and the vehicle was towed to a police inbound lot and later towed to the home. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
2026-01-09, Air Bags
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, a 12-point buck jumped into the roadway, causing the contact to abruptly depress the brake pedal; however, the vehicle skidded and crashed into the buck. No air bags deployed. The vehicle was drivable; however, the vehicle was towed to the residence due to the radiator being damaged. The contact stated that he sustained injuries to his left knee, and his fiancée, who was seated in the front passenger side, sustained injuries to her left knee. The contact stated this morning that he noticed his knee was swollen. No medical attention was sought as of yet. The contact stated that a police report was file
2025-12-04, Steering
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel seized. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.

2007 Chevrolet Cobalt questions

Does the 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt: Electrical System:Ignition; Air Bags; Electrical System:Ignition:Switch; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump; Steering:Electric Power Assist System; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt?

Based on 1,564 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (694), Electrical System (286), Fuel/Propulsion System (283).

How do I check if a recall on my 2007 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.

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