MYRModel Year Report

2008 Chevrolet Cobalt SS

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2008 Chevrolet Cobalt SS
RENDERED 2026-09-17T03:03:09.611Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Cobalt SS Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2008 highlighted. 2008: 95 complaints 2008 2009: 190 complaints 2009 2010: 9 complaints 2010
2008: 95 complaints
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YearComplaints
200895
2009190
20109

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

SERVICE BRAKES 76%

76% of complaints: service brakes — 72 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

ENGINE 6%

6% of complaints: engine — 6 distinct reports on file.

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THE KEY IS STUCK IN THE IGNITION AND THE CAR WILL NOT START. IN ADDITION, I CAN'T GET THE GEAR TO SHIFT TO PARK TO MOVE TO NEUTRAL, I'VE LOST ALL POWER TO THE CAR FROM THE LIGHTS TO BEING UNABLE TO OPEN THE TRUNK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171204

Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 6%

6% of complaints: electrical system — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing ignition.

FIRE
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FUEL PUMP HARNESS CAUGHT FIRE. CONTACTED GM ABOUT 2012 RECALL THAT I WAS NOT NOTIFIED ABOUT. EXPLAINED TO GM THAT THE MECHANIC THAT WORKED ON THE COBALT SAID FUEL HARNESS CAUGHT FIRE DO TO TOO MUCH POWER AT START UP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140411

Also filed under FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM and AIR BAGS

PARKING BRAKE 5%

5% of complaints: parking brake — 5 distinct reports on file.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 5%

5% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 5 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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TOOK MY CAR IN BECAUSE IT IS EXPERIENCING A LONG PERIOD OF TIME CRANKING BEFORE STARTING EACH TIME, AND I FIND OUT THAT I HAVE A FUEL LINE LEAK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171129

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20100127 — PE (closed 20100719)

Electric Power Steering Failure

I 20200705 — PE (closed 20230817)

Fuel Line Leak

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 Chevrolet Cobalt SS — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (72 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (6 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt SS reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt SS?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 76% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt SS have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.