2010 Chevrolet Cobalt Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 122about this part
- Share
- 21%of 574 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 105,999miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 122 complaints about the fuel system of the 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 21% of the 574 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 105,999 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 4 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Fuel starting leaking by the left rear wheel. The fuel is dripping from the fuel and vapor recovery lines around the area where there is a holding clip. Looks like it could be spraying out above that area possibly where the fuel pump is located. I noticed the smell of fuel first while driving. Once the vehicle stopped I found gas leaking as described above.”
NHTSA complaint #11361197, filed 2020-09, 200,963 miles“In july / august of 2019 I was smelling gasoline while my vehicle was parked. I eventually noticed a large puddle of gasoline under the parked vehicle. After calling my stepfather who is a mechanic I took the car to a local shop who confirmed I had a corroded fuel feed line that needed to be replaced and completed the repair for me.”
NHTSA complaint #11353985, filed 2020-09, 88,000 miles“I noticed a gas leak under my rear passenger seat and can smell gas outside of the car. Took it to a garage and they said the fuel lines are leaking where they connect to the fuel pump, but they have seen many cobalts come in with this issue and it's covered under recall. I checked with GM, my VIN has no recall for that issue. There is no rust under the car so this is definitely a manufacturing issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11149761, filed 2018-11, 130,000 miles“While driving in a suburban area , smelled strong gasoline odor coming from under the car. At destination, others noticed as well. Immediately parked car, looked up the issue and realized the fuel line/fuel pump/gas leak is a Cobalt problem, yet not a recall. We got it serviced, but out of our pocket expense.”
NHTSA complaint #10994510, filed 2017-06, 95,000 miles“Air bag service light came on the fuel pump gasket leaks and the steering wheel plastic bearing is broken inside the steering wheel these are all recalls that these cars have but when I do a recall VIN check nothing comes up but I know the issues it has has to do with recalls”
NHTSA complaint #11060807, filed 2018-01, 97,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11007095Aug 7, 2024This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles…
- 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…
- 10253061Mar 4, 2024This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel…
- 10250505Feb 7, 2024This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
- 10241417Aug 1, 2023This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 10222766Sep 16, 2022This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles…
- 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.
- 10218873Aug 10, 2022This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
Fuel system: other model years
Other parts of the 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
239 complaintsElectrical system
125 complaintsAir bags
77 complaintsEngine
38 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
31 complaintsOther or unknown
29 complaintsBrakes
28 complaintsVehicle speed control
14 complaintsBody and structure
13 complaintsElectronic stability control
11 complaintsSeat belts
11 complaintsExterior lighting
10 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology