2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs 2008 Toyota Yaris
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 Toyota Yaris |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 845 | 218 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 10 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 945 | 151 |
| Investigations | 2 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 76 | 51 |
| Fire reports | 14 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25–27 | 31–32 |
| Median reported mileage | 76,000 mi | 57,600 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cobalt | Toyota Yaris |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 309 | 9 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 202 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 98 | 107 |
| Electrical System | 166 | 18 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 40 | 4 |
| Suspension | 27 | 16 |
| Engine | 36 | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 22 | 20 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 77 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 45 | 17 |
| Stalling | 33 | 8 |
| Airbag warning light | 26 | 11 |
| Loss of power | 24 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 22 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 14 | 6 |
| Hesitation / surging | 13 | 0 |
2008 Chevrolet Cobalt
2008 Toyota Yaris
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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.