2016 Chevrolet Cobalt

Owner complaints

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• Mar 28, 2019PA200,000 mi
  Fuel/propulsion system
  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…

  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 diagnose or repair the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 200,000. The vin was not available.

Service bulletins

Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.

• 11011805This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number forreflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses.
• 11011119This Preliminary information communicates to dealers GM is working on a solution for outdated Apps
• 11007208This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
• 11006621Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some exceptions). The updating of modules is completed in parallel instead of the technician needing to update one module at a time. This allows a more streamlined approach for dealers and customers.
• 11000576This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies/procedures and the warranty transaction submission procedures that support the Personal Property Damage process.
• 10251635This service bulletin provides information on All hazmat parts being returned to the Warranty Parts Center (WPC) must be shipped using Central Transport. Hazardous materials should never be sent by air transportation to the WPC.
• 10251513This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
• 10250074Information on Transmission Adaptive Functions and Correcting Low Mileage Harsh Shifts, Slips, or Flares
• 10250067Infotainment System Will Not Return to Media After Bluetooth Call Ends
• 10249294This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number forreflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses.
• 10246963Changing Turn-By-Turn Voice Response To Metric Or English Units
• 10246561Information on Transmission Adaptive Functions and Correcting Low Mileage Harsh Shifts, Slips, or Flares
• 10244214This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
• 10242842This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).
• 10242070This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.
• 10242061This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
• 10237387This service bulletin provides information on some vehicles that may rock or move slightly forward or rearward while in Park at start up after cold soak. This condition may be accompanied by a clunk noise. This is a slight movement that is more often seen visually, rather than felt, when viewed from the outside and using the auto-start feature, if equipped.
• 10237340This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Vibration Shortly After Tires are Mounted/Preventing Vibration from Wheel Slip (Tire Sliding on Wheel).
• 10236041This service bulletin provides information on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leak Information and Replacement Guidelines.
• 10235799This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
• 10235798This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S. Only).
• 10235716This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Vibration Shortly After Tires are Mounted/Preventing Vibration from Wheel Slip (Tire Sliding on Wheel).
• 10235713This bulletin provides information on Warranty Administration Required Operating Procedures - 8 Points (U.S. Only).
• 10235561This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
• 10235398This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
• 10234621This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S. Only).
• 10234620This service bulletin provides information on proper use of floor mats.
• 10234619This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
• 10234147This service bulletin provides information for the Global Warranty Management (GWM) Warranty Parts Center (WPC) Part Photo Return Process (U.S. Dealers Only).
• 10234144This informational bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
• 10234110This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
• 10233969This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.
• 10233835This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.
• 10233831This service bulletin provides information on Internal Engine Noise or Damage After Oil Filter Replacement.
• 10233830This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe internal engine damage.
• 10233829This service bulletin advises about the possible issues that may occur when using a scotch brite pad or highly abrasive disk on gasket sealing surfaces or reused parts.
• 10233358This service bulletin provides information on AGM batteries that require less frequent charging in storage.
• 10233338This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S. Dealers Only).
• 10232469This Warranty Administration bulletin provides policy information on Causal Part requirements for transactions submitted to GM for payment.
• 10232288This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information, proper labor operation selection and causal part identification for warranty transactions (U.S. Only).

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