2016 Chevrolet Cobalt Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 28, 2019 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Cobalt years
Not enough data 9th of 13 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2016 Chevrolet Cobalt. That ranks 9th out of 13 Cobalt model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 200,000 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 2016 Chevrolet Cobalt problems

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

Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~200,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel/propulsion System1100%200,000——

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

2016 Chevrolet Cobalt recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2016 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 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…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Mar 28, 2019 · NHTSA complaint 11192205

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Chevrolet Cobalt?

Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2016 Chevrolet Cobalt?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2016 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 2016 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.