2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Chevrolet Cobalt 2006

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2006 Chevrolet Cobalt repairs by problem area

Engine (25%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (33%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (16%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (10%)

Other (6%)

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2006 Chevrolet Cobalt transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (14%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (29%)

< $100 (43%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 4dr Sedan

145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

64400 mi

US $100
transmission oil leak from coolant line and axle. 
106000 mi

US $498
Transmission hard clunk going from park to reverse on level surface. Only happens randomly might happen one week might happen again three weeks later. 
209000 mi

US $791
Transmission 1-2 shift solenoid replaced. Extensive labor costs due to solenoid being inside transmission and side panel having to be removed. Cost of part was $25 labor including diagnostics approx. 8 hours. 

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2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 2dr Coupe

supercharged 205hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

58900 mi

C $80
Passenger-side axle seal leaking, ordered part and replace by self; Replaced transmission fluid. 

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2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 2dr Coupe

171-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD

186 mi Adjusted clutch linkage for less vibration. Lubricated rear strut mounts for remove squeek. 

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2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 2dr Coupe

145-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD

60760 mi

C $80
Shifter assembly was stiff, needed to be lubricated 
57000 mi

US $1903
Clutch completely lost pressure while driving. Could not be driven at all. Had to pull over and have car towed. Entire clutch assembly and master cylinder had to be replaced. $900 in parts and $1000 in labor to repair car and have it be drivable again. 

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2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Transmission Problems

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