MYRModel Year Report

2008 Chevrolet Cobalt SS

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2008 Chevrolet Cobalt SS
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:48:35.874Z

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
95
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Service brakes

76% of complaints

Complaints per year

2008: 95 complaints 2008 95 2009: 190 complaints 2009 2010: 9 complaints 2010
2008: 95 complaints 2008 95 2009: 190 complaints 2009 2010: 9 complaints 2010
2008: 95 complaints 2008 95 2009: 190 complaints 2009 2010: 9 complaints 2010

2008: 95 complaints

View as data table
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% · 72 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

Engine

6% · 6 reports
Show complaint excerpts

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, 2017-12-04

Also filed under Electrical system

Electrical system

6% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing ignition.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

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, 2014-04-11

Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system and air bags

Parking brake

5% · 5 reports

Fuel/propulsion system

5% · 5 reports
FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

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, 2017-11-29

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2010-01-27Preliminary evaluationClosed 2010-07-19 Electric Power Steering Failure
  2. I
    2020-07-05Preliminary evaluationClosed 2023-08-17 Fuel Line Leak

Buy-smart checklist

2008 Chevrolet Cobalt SS — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 72 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 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 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.