2010 BMW 128I vs 2010 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 | 2010 BMW 128I | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 22 | 573 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 105 | 1,137 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 46 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22 | 25–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 64,938 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 128I | Chevrolet Cobalt |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 0 | 239 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 125 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 101 |
| Air Bags | 9 | 76 |
| Engine | 5 | 38 |
| Power Train | 0 | 31 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 0 | 21 |
| Structure | 2 | 13 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 43 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 41 |
| Stalling | 0 | 35 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 26 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 22 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 14 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 10 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 8 |
2010 BMW 128I
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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.