Is the Chevrolet Cobalt Reliable?
2005–2010 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Chevrolet Cobalt Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3 | 409 | 37 | 4 | 13 | Poor |
| 2009 | 5 | 458 | 24 | 7 | 0 | Poor |
| 2008 | 4 | 542 | 75 | 11 | 0 | Poor |
| 2007 | 5 | 949 | 57 | 1 | 27 | Poor |
| 2006 | 5 | 1458 | 293 | 11 | 0 | Poor |
| 2005 | 5 | 1070 | 58 | 7 | 0 | Poor |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Cobalt Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Cobalt scores 65 points below the average sedan. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Chevrolet Cobalt Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 4886 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Chevrolet Cobalt reliable?+
The Chevrolet Cobalt scores 7/100 on our reliability index — rated "Poor." Across 6 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 27 recall campaigns and 4886 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Cobalt is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2007 Cobalt achieved the highest reliability score of 27/100 with 5 recalls and 949 complaints.
How many miles does a Cobalt last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Chevrolet Cobalt owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Cobalt will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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