2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 710 | 573 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,005 | 1,137 |
| Investigations | 3 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 59 | 46 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25–29 | 25–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 75,000 mi | 64,938 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cobalt | Chevrolet Cobalt |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 206 | 239 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 226 | 101 |
| Electrical System | 151 | 125 |
| Air Bags | 72 | 76 |
| Engine | 39 | 38 |
| Power Train | 29 | 31 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 36 | 21 |
| Structure | 15 | 13 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 61 | 43 |
| Stalling | 43 | 35 |
| Steering problems | 42 | 41 |
| Check engine light | 19 | 22 |
| Airbag warning light | 18 | 14 |
| Loss of power | 16 | 26 |
| Won’t start | 14 | 8 |
| Vibration / shaking | 13 | 10 |
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.