2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs 2008 Honda Civic
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 | 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2008 Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 845 | 916 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 945 | 75 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 76 | 62 |
| Fire reports | 14 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25–27 | 24–42 |
| Median reported mileage | 76,000 mi | 50,700 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cobalt | Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 309 | 24 |
| Air Bags | 98 | 177 |
| Electrical System | 166 | 51 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 202 | 6 |
| Engine | 36 | 156 |
| Suspension | 27 | 99 |
| Visibility | 5 | 112 |
| Structure | 11 | 85 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 77 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 45 | 13 |
| Stalling | 33 | 27 |
| Airbag warning light | 26 | 15 |
| Loss of power | 24 | 10 |
| Check engine light | 22 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 14 | 8 |
| Hesitation / surging | 13 | 8 |
2008 Chevrolet Cobalt
2008 Honda Civic
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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.