2017 Chevrolet Cobalt
Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 1 |
| 2000 | 1 |
| 2002 | 2 |
| 2005 | 1649 |
| 2006 | 2330 |
| 2007 | 1564 |
| 2008 | 843 |
| 2009 | 710 |
| 2010 | 573 |
| 2011 | 2 |
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2017 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: steering.
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WHEN YOU TURN THE STEERING WHEEL RIGHT OR LEFT IT IS HARD TO TURN BECK, IT IS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION WITCH COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT, THERE WAS A RECALL A FEW YEARS AGO, AND I HAD THE RECALL FIXED AND NOW THERE IS A PROBLEM GM DOES NOT WANT TO...
NHTSA ODI report, 20180405
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2017 Chevrolet Cobalt — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2017 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 2017 Chevrolet Cobalt?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Chevrolet Cobalt have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.