MYRModel Year Report

2010 Chevrolet Cobalt SS

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2010 Chevrolet Cobalt SS
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:50:30.692Z

Only 9 complaints on file — too few 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.

Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
9

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

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

2010: 9 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
200895
2009190
20109

Known problem areas

Only 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Steering

3 of 9 total reports mention: steering.

Electrical system

3 of 9 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Vechical started making a loud noise and all of a sudden it blew up in flames.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-01-24

Also filed under Engine and structure

"Service air bag" Message shows in the driver information center. There have been numerous reports of people having the same issue. The message will display at any random time, whether the vehicle is stationary or in motion.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-05-07

Also filed under Seat belts and air bags

Service brakes

2 of 9 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Seat belts

2 of 9 total reports mention: seat belts.

Air bags

2 of 9 total reports mention: air bags.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    2020-07-05Preliminary evaluationClosed 2023-08-17 Fuel Line Leak

Buy-smart checklist

2010 Chevrolet Cobalt SS — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2010 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 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt SS?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 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.