Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2016 Chevrolet Cobalt peaked in 2019, with 1 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model year
2016 Chevrolet Cobalt
Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from Mar 28, 2019 to Mar 28, 2019.
Recall campaigns covering this model year0No recall campaign lists this model year
Owner complaints1Close to the median 2016 vehicle
Severity index0.0Crash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Components
100% of complaints about the 2016 Chevrolet Cobalt name fuel system
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
No recall campaign lists the 2016 Chevrolet Cobalt
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2016 Chevrolet Cobalt
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
1 complaint on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Mar 28, 2019Failure Mar 1, 2018200,000 milesHanover, PAFuel/propulsion system
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHEVROLET COBALT. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS UNDERGOING A STATE INSPECTION, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WAS A FUEL LEAK. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE SINCE BEING NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE DEALER DID NOT DIAGNOSE OR REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
NHTSA complaint 11192205
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
130 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.
- PIT5698F Sep 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it. - PIP4902W Sep 4, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. - PIT5099J Jul 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
PI to help diagnose A/C concern - PIT3271Q Apr 1, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available. - PIP6104 Mar 9, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect. - PIP4902V Mar 9, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. - PIP4902U Jan 8, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. - PIT5214G Nov 20, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer’s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the support of Genera… - 13598 Sep 9, 2025 · Other
New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH - PIP4902T Aug 14, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. - PIC5650M Aug 7, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with the security light coming on. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes B3055, B306… - PIP4902S Jun 9, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. - PIT5074R May 30, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. - PIT5074R May 30, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. - PIT5074R May 30, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. - PIT5962B Dec 6, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number for reflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses. - PIT6261 Dec 4, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary information communicates to dealers GM is working on a solution for outdated Apps - PIT3271P Sep 6, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in … - General Communication Aug 26, 2024 · Service Campaign
Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some … - 09-00-89-008G May 7, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies/procedures and the warranty transaction submission procedures that support the Personal Property Damage process. - 24-NA-040 Mar 4, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information on All hazmat parts being returned to the Warranty Parts Center (WPC) must be shipped using Central Transport. Hazardous materials should never be sent by air transportation to the WPC. - 17-NA-073 Mar 1, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy. - 16NA019 Jan 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Information on Transmission Adaptive Functions and Correcting Low Mileage Harsh Shifts, Slips, or Flares - 16NA011 Jan 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Infotainment System Will Not Return to Media After Bluetooth Call Ends - PIT5962A Dec 15, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number for reflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses. - PIC5614A Jan 13, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Changing Turn-By-Turn Voice Response To Metric Or English Units - 16NA019 Jan 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Information on Transmission Adaptive Functions and Correcting Low Mileage Harsh Shifts, Slips, or Flares - 07-08-49-020R Sep 21, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide. - 18-NA-306 Sep 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA). - 16-NA-222 Aug 10, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations. - 15-00-89-004F Aug 7, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This 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. - 08-07-30-026H May 30, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information on some vehicles that may rock or move slightly forward or rearward while in Park at start up after cold soak. This condition may be accompanied by a clunk noise. This is a slight movement that is more often seen v… - 12-03-10-001E May 22, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Vibration Shortly After Tires are Mounted/Preventing Vibration from Wheel Slip (Tire Sliding on Wheel). - 01-08-42-001P May 3, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leak Information and Replacement Guidelines. - 17-NA-170 Apr 27, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement. - 11-00-89-005W Apr 25, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S. Only). - 12-03-10-001D Apr 21, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Vibration Shortly After Tires are Mounted/Preventing Vibration from Wheel Slip (Tire Sliding on Wheel). - 04-00-89-015Z Apr 19, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information on Warranty Administration – Required Operating Procedures - 8 Points (U.S. Only). - PI0281J Apr 4, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. - 20-NA-132 Apr 4, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements. - 11-00-89-005V Apr 6, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S. Only). - 10-08-110-001J Apr 6, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information on proper use of floor mats. - 08-07-30-035G Apr 6, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid. - 22-NA-018 Mar 20, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information for the Global Warranty Management (GWM) Warranty Parts Center (WPC) Part Photo Return Process (U.S. Dealers Only). - 21-NA-043 Mar 20, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This informational bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer. - 22-NA-009 Mar 17, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters. - 18-NA-073 Mar 17, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement. - 16-NA-222 Mar 17, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations. - 07-06-01-016I Mar 16, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information on Internal Engine Noise or Damage After Oil Filter Replacement. - 00-06-01-026Q Mar 17, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe internal engine damage. - 00-06-01-012M Mar 17, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin advises about the possible issues that may occur when using a scotch brite pad or highly abrasive disk on gasket sealing surfaces or reused parts. - 23-NA-044 Mar 10, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information on AGM batteries that require less frequent charging in storage. - 20-NA-159 Mar 8, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S. Dealers Only). - 15-NA-017 Feb 27, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This Warranty Administration bulletin provides policy information on Causal Part requirements for transactions submitted to GM for payment. - 18-NA-146 Feb 20, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information, proper labor operation selection and causal part identification for warranty transactions (U.S. Only). - 17-NA-073 Feb 21, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy. - PI0754F Feb 17, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This PI provides information on Rear and Side Tempered Glass Spots (Quench Marks) and that they are a normal characteristic. - 99-04-20-002N Feb 16, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information on Driveline Clunk Noise and what is acceptable and what is considered normal operation. - 18-NA-263 Feb 17, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for variable diagnostic time allowances on select labor operations (U.S. Only). - 01-08-42-001O Feb 15, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.