2007 Chevrolet Cobalt Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 431about this part
- Share
- 28%of 1,564 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 86,250miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 431 complaints about the fuel system of the 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, 28% of the 1,564 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 86,250 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved and 3 a fire, according to the filers. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While at a stop I smell fuel really strong and only when there is pressure it leaks on top of gas tank where the return line cracked running down the back of the tank and onto the exhaust I see there is a recall for many other Cobalt's but not my VIN with this same issue! I am very disappointed this is a safety hazard what if somebody was to smoke by the car or they threw a cigarette out of there car and I caught on fire ????”
NHTSA complaint #11405263, filed 2021-03, 150,000 miles“My fuel line began leaking profusely. I am losing quite a bit of gasoline and I am concerned that it may catch fire and kill me. I see that certain 2007 cobalts were recalled over this issue and am wondering why mine wasn't. The leak occurs continuously while the vehicle is running, whether I am stationary or in motion.”
NHTSA complaint #11140814, filed 2018-10, 130,000 miles“My Cobalt is not listed in the fuel pump-fuel line recalls that numerous others are listed in, yet, I've had the same problem! Also, the fuel lines are rusting through at the metal clamp sites and leaking gas too! I believe this recall needs extended to cover all vehicles developing this problem!”
NHTSA complaint #11139530, filed 2018-10, 85,000 miles“My family and I were riding in the car , when suddenly there was a awful gas odor. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where I was told my life was in danger and they did not want me to drive the car. The fuel pump had to be ordered. Also, the ignition lock cylinder was replaced, due to the vehicle not starting at times....updated 01/29/15”
NHTSA complaint #10680206, filed 2015-01, 125,714 miles“I noticed a strong odor of exhaust inside and outside my car when city and highway driving as well as after turning car off and parking. I also experienced sluggish starts. Upon taking my car in for repair it was found to be leaking fuel and the fuel line was replaced.. ..updated 05/23/17 updated 09/15/2017”
NHTSA complaint #10983927, filed 2017-05, 91,800 milesRelated recalls
- 12V459000Sep 19, 2012General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007 Chevrolet Equinox and Pontiac Torrent vehicles originally sold or currently registered in Arizona…Covers: Chevrolet Cobalt 2007–2009, Pontiac G5 2007–2009, Torrent 2007 +2 more
- 09V419000Oct 29, 2009General motors is recalling certain model year 2006 chevrolet cobalt and saturn ion vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of…Covers: Chevrolet Cobalt 2006–2007, Saturn Ion 2006–2007, Pontiac G5 2007
Related service bulletins
- 11004727Jun 29, 2024This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or…
- 10241417Aug 1, 2023This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 10222765Sep 14, 2022This service bulletin provides the technician with additional information on fuels, fuel additives and fuel management.
- 10222739Sep 13, 2022This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 10213816May 26, 2022This Preliminary information communicates provides information to the technician on the use of R-99 or R-95 Renewable diesel fuel.
- 10213765Jan 27, 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.
- 10208027Jan 14, 2022This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10199281May 25, 2021This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or…
- 10190437Mar 30, 2021This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible…
Fuel system: other model years
Other parts of the 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
689 complaintsElectrical system
281 complaintsAir bags
144 complaintsSuspension
75 complaintsEngine
56 complaintsBrakes
53 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
43 complaintsOther or unknown
27 complaintsEngine cooling
24 complaintsElectronic stability control
22 complaintsBody and structure
19 complaintsVehicle speed control
19 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
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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