2007 Chevrolet Cobalt vs 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,564 | 710 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 884 | 1,005 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 116 | 59 |
| Fire reports | 16 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–25 | 25–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 65,000 mi | 75,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cobalt | Chevrolet Cobalt |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 689 | 206 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 283 | 226 |
| Electrical System | 281 | 151 |
| Air Bags | 144 | 72 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 150 | 36 |
| Engine | 56 | 39 |
| Suspension | 75 | 10 |
| Power Train | 43 | 29 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 152 | 42 |
| Loss of power | 64 | 16 |
| Stalling | 61 | 43 |
| Check engine light | 46 | 19 |
| Clunking / rattling | 44 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 35 | 13 |
| Rust / corrosion | 33 | 61 |
| Airbag warning light | 28 | 18 |
2007 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.