2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs 2008 Volkswagen Eos
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 Volkswagen Eos |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 845 | 47 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 945 | 511 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 76 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 14 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25–27 | 22–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 76,000 mi | 18,472 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cobalt | Volkswagen Eos |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 309 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 202 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 166 | 7 |
| Air Bags | 98 | 1 |
| Power Train | 29 | 26 |
| Engine | 36 | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 40 | 0 |
| Suspension | 27 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 77 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 45 | 0 |
| Stalling | 33 | 6 |
| Airbag warning light | 26 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 24 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 22 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 14 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 13 | 13 |
2008 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.