Problems with 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt AIR BAGS

Airbag service required light started appearing on dashboard approx 1 month ago once hitting close to 100,000 miles. it occurred at a random time while in motion, during normal driving conditions. vehicle has not been in any accidents or damage. light of airbag service started appearing randomly. at first it would turn on and off; now it constantly appears. i have taken it to used car dealer that i bought car from; they instructed me to call general motors because it appears as a safety issue after they investigated it. general motors told me it was not a recall, yet they were aware it is a service issue multiple people with the same year, make and model have dealt with. they instructed me to take it to nearest chevy dealer to have it services at a unreasonable cost. called local chevy dealer they wanted diagnosing payment plus payment to service the vehicle. i did not take vehicle to chevy because the pricing is outrageous, this issue has occurred with multiple vehicles or the same year, make and model. it is obviously a safety issue that gm should be responsible for. others have written online about paying for the service and it occurring again or even accidents occurring with airbag malfunctions.

Airbag light on,turns lights not working

The airbag warning light comes on randomly. while lit the airbags will not function. it has been looked at by a chevrolet dealer at least twice (12/2010 and 2/2011). both of those times the error code was b0020. it has been taken to a certified mechanic on 8/2015 and codes b1370, b0081, and b0020 showed. the problem was always fixed, temporarily, by applying connector grease to the wire connections. on 9/2017, the mechanic replaced the passenger seatbelt retractor. this also fixed the problem temporarily. by paying close attention to when the warning light comes on we have determined that the sensor is affected by the interior temperature of the car. when the temperature is above approximately 65f the airbag warning light comes on and renders the safety of the airbags useless! i have yet to find any permanent fix for the issue. however there are numerous complaints by others online. it seems unacceptable to me that a vital piece of safety equipment is malfunctioning yet the manufacturer/dealer will not take any steps to fix it.

Markeshia was driving in her neighborhood when she swerved into a pole while trying to avoid hitting a stray dog. her airbag deployed and her 10 year old daughters did not. immediately after accident she went in ambulance to tx. children's hospital where her daughter was rushed to trauma unit for immediate surgery. her daughter has a permanent brain injury.

Takata recall as i was driving through a parking lot all the dashboard needles went crazy then my steering was hard to turn so i immediately put the vehicle in park and shut off the vehicle, i tried to start the car and it didn't want to start eventually it started after a few more trys to turn the car back on. also the key ignition is hard to turn when inserting the key into the ignition, air bag service is always showing on my dash when i'm driving

The air bag depleyed causing me to wreak and i broke 4 rib and my sterum

I already know about the airbag and ignition recalls but, now, i have a fuel leak with fuel dripping down the lines from the tank on to the ground at a position on the drivers side under the rear passenger door and seat.

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while at a red light, the contact's vehicle was rear ended by another vehicle. the contact sustained a concussion, whiplash, and back injuries that required medical attention. the air bags failed to deploy. a police report was not filed. after the crash, the contact smelled fuel fumes. there were no warning indicators illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump module needed to be replaced, but it was not related to the previous crash. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

Takata recall: my air bag sign probably in the beginning of january had appeared, and obviously they have not been working. i had gotten into an accident on january 31st and they did not deploy. i am not positive if this is a part of the recall situation, but it happened out of no where, i just turned my car on one day and it stopped working. also in the accident my car was sitting at a red light and hit between the range of 35-40 mph

2007 chevrolet cobalt. consumer writes in regards to defective airbag. consumer stated that airbag did not deploy during automobile accident. *ld *js

Tl* the contact owned a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while driving at an unknown speed, the contact's vehicle was rear ended by another vehicle. the air bags failed to deploy. the vehicle was destroyed. a police report was filed. the contact sustained injuries that required medical attention. the failure mileage was approximately 119,000.

Tl* the contact owned a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while driving 45 mph, the contact's vehicle crashed into another vehicle. the air bags deployed. the contact sustained burns from the air bag deployment. the passenger sustained a broken nose, broken thumb, and head injuries. medical attention was required. a police report was filed. the vehicle was destroyed and towed to an independent mechanic. the failure mileage was unknown. updated 10/18/16*lj updated 10/19/16.*jb

Our car was involved in an accident on march 29, 2016. it was declared totaled. our chevy colbalt had the ignition switch replaced and the air bag did not deploy! our car was turning left on a city street when it hit another car.

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while making a right turn, the power steering suddenly malfunctioned and caused the steering wheel to become very difficult to turn. the vehicle crashed into a utility pole. the air bags deployed approximately 5 minutes after impact and the steering column caught fire. the driver suffered left knee, back, neck, and hand injuries that required medical attention. a police report was not filed. the cause of the failure was not diagnosed. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 154,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while the vehicle was in park, the air bag warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unsure of the failure, but stated that a module may need to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was unknown.

Key was stuck in ignition and was unable to start. replaced body module control and now the check engine light wont go off, says air bags need service, radio is locked out, with a slew of other problems. took it car to the dealership to find no resolution. my car also lost power steering briefly after only driving about 15 minutes.

I believe the problem im having with my vehicle may perhaps be due to a defective issue. .my car has not been involved in an accident and i now have an my (service air bag) light always on. i no longer feel sage in this car i also had another issue with ti today with my power steering i recently had my car recently serviced and was not told anything when serviced. please investigate this issue and notify me as soon as this has been investigated.

Went over pothole at 15 miles an hour and both air bags inflated. one passenger went to hospital with injuries. also the windshield was broken from impact of air bags

The airbag maintenance light came on in the car, took car to gm dealer and stated that there was broken wire in the passenger side seatbelt retractor. dealer had to replace retractor and clear code. having hard time understanding how this is not safety related and why i am having to pay out of pocket to fix this. this part does not hardly move and should be designed to move so many revolutions. my opinion this is a flaw in the design and should be covered by gm. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the air bag warning light continuously illuminated. the contact also mentioned that the chevrolet emblem on the steering wheel was sunken in. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 45,000.

Since december 2014, my car started flashing the airbag light. the dealer says that airbag is coiled and to replace is $1,600.00. i can't afford that. the airbag light is now on all the time (no more flashing). i looked up online and there were a lot of complaint on chevrolet cars and airbag problems. now the recall for it is out but my car is not on the list. i do believe this is a recall problem and i would like some help to know to get my airbag problem fixed through the recall. i will really appreciate your help. thank you, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

Several months ago got notice that ignition lock was "recalled" by gm. shortly after that i noted the "service air bag" light was on periodically. stopped at gm dealer and was advised that parts would not be available until oct 2014. got another notice that it was time to get recall fixed. i took my vehicle in for replacement of ignition lock, which was done on 12/10/2014, got home and saw "service air bag" light was on. called dealer and was advised that "air bag" light was not part of the recall. have another appointment for 17th to get it checked. recall 14v047000 is "airbag and electrical" but it doesn't cover airbag ??? i had trouble with this dealer years ago but he is the closest (within 30 miles) to me so i use him. *tr

Car was totaled following a loss of steering and power brakes- crashing into a guardrail the airbags failed to deploy. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact received recall notifications for nhtsa campaign number: 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system) and nhtsa campaign number: 14v171000 (electrical system). the parts needed were unavailable to repair the vehicle. the dealer was unable to advise when the part would become available. the manufacturer was not notified. the contact had not experienced a failure.

I was getting in my car to go home, and the service air bag soon appeared on the screen where the odometer is. it went off for about 5 to 7 days, then came on again. i went to jon hall chevrolet in daytona beach to look up recalls. i was told all were taken care of. in and around november 12th, 2014, it came on, and on november 21st, 2014, it has come on again. i am leasing this car from drive time. i have contacted their lease warranty department, and they said it was my responsibility to take care of this. i want to know what i should do, cause it seems like i'm going to the right resources, but given the run around about what to do. is there any help for me in my situation? thank you, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

Tl* the contact owned a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while driving 35 mph, another vehicle crashed into the front of the contact's vehicle. the contact's vehicle spun out of control and became airborne. the air bags failed to deploy. the contact sustained injuries to the lower back, right arm, and neck, which required medical attention. the other driver sought medical attention, but it was unknown if any injuries were sustained. a police report was filed. the vehicle was destroyed. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the vin was unavailable. the failure mileage was unknown.

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. after the vehicle was repaired by the dealer per an unknown recall, the air bag warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer (ciocca chevrolet, located at 855 s west end blvd, quakertown, pa 18951; (215) 536-2100). the contact was asked to pay for diagnostic testing. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was contacted at 800-222-1020 and stated that there was a 12 month warranty. case number: 8-3182953508 was provided. the approximate failure mileage was 83,000.

2007 chevrolet cobalt. consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall issues. *smd the consumer stated she had problems with starting and turning off the vehicle, as the key would not come out of the ignition. a problem also developed with the gear shift. the ignition switch was replaced. however, she experienced the same problem, again. there was a vibration, coming from the front on the vehicle. *jb updated 12/17/14. *jb

The passenger airbag sensor doesn't recognize a person is sitting in passenger seat. passenger air bag remains off. *tr

Service air bag light comes on. *tr

2007 chevrolet cobalt. consumer writes in regards to vehicle recall notice. *smd

2007 chevrolet cobalt. consumer writes in regards to parts not available to complete recall. *smd

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign id number: 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system). the contact stated that shortly after the repairs were completed on the vehicle under the recall, the failure recurred. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer, who performed the recall repairs on three different occasions. the remedy failed to repair the vehicle. updated 08/25/14*lj

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the vehicle stated that the air bag warning light illuminated. the vehicle was not diagnosed or replaced. the vehicle was previously repaired under nhtsa campaign number 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system), however the failure persisted. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 64,000.

2007 chevrolet cobalt. consumer writes in regards to parts to complete recall are unavailable. *smd

Electrical short in the right front seat belt retractor in which disables the air bag system because of the fault. this diagnosis was verified by bergstrom chevrolet in appleton, wisconsin. after numerous contacts with gm and bergstrom chevrolet, they decided not to cover the cost because of expired warranty. *tr

2007 chevrolet cobalt. consumer writes in regards to recall notice issues. *smd the consumer stated he has been unable to secure an appointment. he has received three recall letters so far. *jb

I had my ignition switch replaced by a gm dealer, now the airbag light is on. i noticed on the ignition recall it mentioned the airbag. so i'm wondering if this airbag light is on due to something with the switch replacement. *tr

My speakers on the front of the car go on and off as well as my inside turn signals. now it has progressed to the check air bag indicator going on and off while starting and during driving. i have informed the dealership and was told it was several electrical problems. the airbag portion of it scares me as i am only 5 ft tall and sit close to the wheel. i don't want to fork over more money than the car is worth especially since i know there are several complaints for the same problem. why not have a recall on at least the airbag part of the problem. *tr

Service air bag displayed on dash. passenger air bag remains off when passengers are seated. both issues have been present since puchase date. ignition switch recall did not fix the issues,

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the key would not turn or release from the ignition. the failure occurred after the vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign id number 14v047000 (air bags , electrical system). the manufacturer was notified of the defect. the approximate failure mileage was 72,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact received a notification for recall nhtsa campaign id number: 14v171000 (electrical system) and nhtsa campaign id number: 14v047000 (air bags and electrical system). the contact made the dealer aware of the recall. the dealer ordered the parts and scheduled an appointment to perform the recall repairs. however, two days prior to the appointment the dealer stated per the manufacturer instructions they were unable to performed the recall repairs. the manufacturer was contacted and provided no resolution.

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that there was an abnormal noise being emitted from the ignition when the key was removed. the vehicle was repaired by the dealer under nhtsa campaign id number 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system), however the failure recurred. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 142,000. kmj updated 7/16/14*cn the consumer stated the vehicle stalled three years ago. at the time, she was informed the vehicle needed a new transmission. the consumer believed it was the ignition all along.

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated the ignition failed to start after numerous attempts. there was a recall related to the failure under nhtsa campaign id number 14v047000 (air bag, electrical system) however the dealer informed the contact that the remedy part was unavailable to perform the repair. the manufacturer was not notified of the problem. updated 08/11/14 *bf

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the service air bag light illuminated on the instrument panel after recall 14v047000, air bags , electrical system repair was performed. the vehicle was taken to a dealer who did not perform a diagnostic test. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 115,500. the current mileage was 115,900. rk

2007 chevy cobalt. consumer writes in regards to manufacturers handling of recent recall. *smd the consumer stated a month was too long, for a known and dangerous issue to go unattended. *jb

2007 chevrolet cobalt. consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall and a second recall notice. *smd the consumer believed gm's actions by not sharing such important information with the public was negligent and criminal. *jb

2007 chevrolet cobalt. consumer writes in regards to ignition switch problems. *smd the consumer was angry, that chevrolet was well aware of the ignition problem, since 2001. *jb

The car had the fuel module and tank replaced in october 2012 they said it was not a recall and covered it under my powertrain 3 days before it went out. i just got the car back from the ignition recall and the air bag on passenger doesn't work they claim its something different, the gas is draining from the car again, it smells like gas. i am assuming that the fuel line again has broke, and the fuel module and tank will be soon behind it. last time they told me the car had the potential to blow up.the door electrical switches go on and off by themselves.the turn signals work when they want to too. *js

The chevy cobalt recall does not fix the kill switch problem. i just got this car back today. i attached a small wallet that holds only my license and bank card in it and the air bag light still goes on and off. hence this is exactly what it did before it was replaced. i didn't have this problem with the same wallet attached in my chevy rental car. this car is not corrected. it is still a death trap. if you only leave the key in the ignition the air bag light stays off exactly what they said to do before it was changed. *tr