2010 Chevrolet Cobalt SS Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 33%of 9 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 51,900miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the steering of the 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 33% of the 9 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 51,900 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While I was driving the power steering thing comes on thinking it needed fluid I stopped to check there was none and it was hard to drive I made it back home checking the internet I found that there was a recall for the car I was driving so I found this site that's why am complaining.”
NHTSA complaint #10668178, filed 2014-12, 63,000 miles“The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated that while driving 8 MPH, the steering wheel became very difficult to maneuver. A dealer was called and advised the contact to remove the fuse and then reinsert it. The contact did as such however, the failure recurred within five minutes. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure and current mileage was 51,900.”
NHTSA complaint #10533263, filed 2013-08, 51,900 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11011205Oct 28, 2024This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
- 10245395Nov 6, 2023This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing…
- 10242061Aug 7, 2023This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10235561Apr 4, 2023This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 10222777Sep 16, 2022This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10213700Jun 1, 2022This service bulletin provides a procedure inspecting for excess grease or Sealant on the Exterior of the steering gear due to seeing grease or sealant on certain locations on…
Steering: other model years
Other parts of the 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt SS
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsEngine
1 complaintsBody and structure
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt SS
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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