NHTSA Investigates Power Steering Problems in 2005-2009 Chevrolet Cobalts
The New York Times is reporting that the National Highway Traffic and Safety Adminsitration (NHTSA) has opened an investigation regarding the electric power steering system in 905,000 Chevrolet Cobalts, model years 2005-2009.
NHTSA says more than 1,132 complaints have been filed by Cobalt drivers, with eleven accidents and one injury reported. Most of these incidents have occurred within the past six months. Drivers complained that once the power steering system failed, it became difficult to control their car and keep it in the traffic lane.
General Motors has said they will answer any questions posed during the investigation, and the case will either result in an analysis of the power steering engineering or the matter will be closed.
Kimmel & Silverman frequently receives calls from distressed drivers who have complained about power steering in their Cobalts, as well as other GM vehicles including the Imapla and Malibu. That being said, we have found that General Motors is a very responsible company and takes consumers’ issues very seriously. Most power steering issues we have brought to the company’s attention have been resolved efficiently to the consumer’s satisfaction. Most claims we open start with power steering noises, where steering shafts have been lubed or steering columns have been replaced.
If you find yourself experiencing problems with your power steering, and have been back to an authorized GM dealership three or more times to report the problem, or the vehicle has been in the shop for an extended period of time while the service team investigates the matter, you may be entitled to remedy under State Lemon Law or Federal Warranty Law. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us for more information.
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February 3rd, 2010 at 9:18 am
my 18 year old son drives this vehicle to school 2008 cobalt i would
like more info on this matter i just heard this on the news yesterday
February 3rd, 2010 at 3:01 pm
The investigation is a preliminary one. As we mentioned, we have handled thousands of these types of claims, not just with the Cobalt, but with other GM vehicles as well. The important thing is for your son to understand the situation and if he hears a noise or suffers a steering issue where it becomes difficult, he needs to bring the car back to an authorized GM dealer asap for repair. If he is in three or more times, contact us.
March 2nd, 2010 at 12:36 pm
My daughter has a 2008 Cobalt and has mentioned noise lately. Now that it has been officially announced in the media today for failure, I’ll be taking it in as soon as possible.
Any news on GM’s bad paint? The cobalt has a spot on the hood that has grown to over a half dollar size. Same deteroriation as the 1989 Grandam I bought new. Paint did same thing within 3 months but GM waited a few years then put conditions on the recalls. We had already repainted our car so were exempt from the recall. They should have reimbursed us. and They should put a warranty on the paint. At least 5-6 years