2005 Chevrolet Cobalt Chevrolet Cobalt 2005

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2005 Chevrolet Cobalt repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (12%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (21%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (16%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (2%)

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2005 Chevrolet Cobalt suspension repair cost distribution

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$1000 - $2499 (0%)

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$100 - $499 (100%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Chevrolet Cobalt 4dr Sedan

145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

40320 mi

C $322
Control arm bushings failed and were replaced. Left front stabilizer link was loose and was replaced. Steering was more difficult and not smooth. Power steering seemed to only work partially. Diagnosed as intermediate steering shaft seizure. Shaft was replaced. 
47420 mi

C $100
Replaced loose right front stabilizer link. 
55180 mi

C $408
LEFT REAL COIL SPRING BROKEN. REMOVED AND REPLACED BOTH REAR COIL SPRINGS. 
84000 mi

US $250
Steering wheel was unable to return to neutral position with assistance. Intermittent EPS axel was replaced. 
84000 mi

US $240
Replace intermittent power steering axle  
51460 mi Ball joints had to be replaced. 
80500 mi

US $250
The steering seemed odd. Took in and found needed to replace steering shaft. 
245000 mi

US $320
Driver side hub bearing 

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2005 Chevrolet Cobalt 2dr Coupe

supercharged 205hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

111000 mi

US $180
ABS warning light came on. Front passenger side wheel bearing wore out and was replaced. Replaced in 15-20 mins. 
128800 mi

US $250
Left front wheel bearing wore out, needed to be replaced. 

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2005 Chevrolet Cobalt Suspension Problems

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