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#242 of 337 Where do I begin? by jlajackson

Jun 21, 2011 (12:54 pm)

Replying to: anitalclark1 (Jun 20, 2011 6:47 am)
I have had my 2005 Chevy Cobalt since 2006 and in this time I have needed a new fuel sensor (the car would die when I put it in reverse to back up), the key has gotten stuck in the ignition, the gear shift needed to be replaced, I had a hole in some random air valve that caused water from the AC to leak all over the passenger side floor, I needed the power steering recall fix AND NOW the dome light doesn't work, none of the display works, AC and heat don't work, and I'm positive if I were in an accident my airbags wouldn't work as well. I was told by the dealership that all of the latest drama was attributable to the BCM and a short to the AC which would cost about $1000 to fix. This seems like a lot of money and stress for a car that Chevy had the audacity to make in a basic model without power windows or locks, but I guess that's a blessing because I'd probably have problems with those as well. At this point the car still gets me from point A to B but I know that it won't be long before I need to replace it, when I do it most certainly won't be a Chevy.

#243 of 337 Re: Where do I begin? [jlajackson] by kf101981

Jun 21, 2011 (2:14 pm)

Replying to: jlajackson (Jun 21, 2011 12:54 pm)
I had to replace the gear shift in my 05 for the same reason...less than 500 miles after it was out of warranty. My AC leaks all over the floor, but I was told 4 different times there was nothing they could do. What is the AC/heat piece, the BCM? I have replaced the fan and switch once and have to do it again. I have had my car since 2005...I am the only owner, and it has been a piece of crap. Transmission Pan, Oil is leaking, alternator, constant bills.

#244 of 337 lawsuit by david244

Jun 21, 2011 (3:57 pm)

I think it's time to file a class action lawsuit on GM

#245 of 337 Re: lawsuit [david244] by kirstie_h HOST

Jun 22, 2011 (7:33 am)

Replying to: david244 (Jun 21, 2011 3:57 pm)
Why? So that three years from now, you and other consumers will receive a coupon good for $500 off your next GM purchase? Because that (or something similar) is a highly likely outcome of a class action suit. The outcome of these suits, from a consumer perspective, is usually poor - you are either offered a fix for the problem(s) at no cost (for a vehicle that most people will have sold by the time the lawsuit reaches a resolution) or a coupon of some sort.
 
Contrary to currently popular belief, a class action lawsuit is not usually the best way to settle consumer product complaints - at least not for the consumer. For the lawyers, yes. The consumer is generally better off working with the manufacturer (when possible) or getting their own legal counsel.

#246 of 337 Re: Electrical [arkgreen] by wweissbeck

Jun 25, 2011 (10:57 am)

Replying to: arkgreen (Jun 15, 2011 9:12 pm)
Any luck with the GM district rep? Do they recognize what the problem is?

#247 of 337 Re: Electrical [wweissbeck] by arkgreen

Jun 25, 2011 (8:00 pm)

Replying to: wweissbeck (Jun 25, 2011 10:57 am)
They told me since I had installed an aftermarket alarm, they weren't liable for my problem. I told them the alarm was installed when I bought the car and removed back in 2008 and if this had caused this issue, then it would have happened back then. It's really funny how all of these other people who are dealing with the same issues don't have an aftermarket alarm. I have contacted my lawyer and when he gets back from vacation, we're going to deal with it then. Kinda crappy of GM to do this.

#248 of 337 Cigarette lighter and other aux adapter not working by cavogel

Jul 04, 2011 (9:18 am)

My 2009 cobalt is having issues with the auxiliary adapters/cigarette lighters. They aren't receiving power, and I know it's not the chargers that I am using in them. They used to work fine. Checked the fuses, none are blown. Anyone have any ideas how to fix this?

#249 of 337 Key stuck in ignition by kjack906

Jul 07, 2011 (7:09 am)

I have a 2010 Cobalt and it won't shut off. Had to pop the clutch and then disconnect the battery, hoping it wouldn't be stolen. Happened to be out of town, so I couldn't lock it as I didn't have my second set of keys on me. Prior to this, the wipers stopped working in a rainstorm and couldn't see a thing. Almost took out a construction sign I couldn't see. After reading the posts here, this seems to be a problem for this car. I would think a recall should be coming. Wonder how many other people have had this problem?
 
BTW, my daughter has a 2006 Cobalt and had the same problem...

#250 of 337 Re: The Wonderful Cobalt... NOT [jhurt612] by mt230

Jul 30, 2011 (9:37 am)

Replying to: jhurt612 (Jan 17, 2010 7:40 pm)
hey i have the same problem but mine will not start either its like the whole car shut down did your do the same thing

#251 of 337 Re: The Wonderful Cobalt... NOT [jhurt612] by mt230

Jul 30, 2011 (9:37 am)

Replying to: jhurt612 (Jan 17, 2010 7:40 pm)
hey i have the same problem but mine will not start either its like the whole car shut down did your do the same thing

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