2011 Chevrolet Cobalt Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 11, 2019 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Cobalt years
Not enough data 7th of 13 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Chevrolet Cobalt. That ranks 7th out of 13 Cobalt model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (2 complaints, 100%), typically at around 61,250 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Chevrolet Cobalt
2005-2007 Chevrolet Cobalt photographed in USA.. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2011 Chevrolet Cobalt problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Steering2 · ~61,250 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Steering2100%61,250——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2012, with 1 complaints
2012: 1201212019: 120191

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2011 Chevrolet Cobalt recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2011 Chevrolet Cobalt.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET COBALT. WHILE DRIVING 1 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO REFERRED THE CONTACT TO COURTESY CHEVROLET (1233 E CAMELBACK RD, PHOENIX, AZ 85014…

Steering · received Feb 11, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11176359

We bought the 2011 cobalt used from shelor motor mile in christenburg, virginia. We noticed about 1 day later that there was a popping in the steering when you turn the steering wheel to the right and even to the left. We've already had it checked at the chevrolet dealership here in wytheville…

Steering · received Mar 14, 2012 · NHTSA complaint 10451695

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Chevrolet Cobalt?

Owners most often report steering problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2011 Chevrolet Cobalt?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2011 Chevrolet Cobalt a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Cobalt model years, the 2011 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.