I own a 2008 cobalt sedan with 71000 miles on it. When I go
Out my gravel driveway and over small bumps I here a rattle coming from the steering column. When I grab the steering wheel and move it left and right real fast I get the same rattle. Any ideas on what it might be? I'm not sure if it's the Intermediate shaft or could it be in the gear box? Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

 

Hi Jumpinjoe,

Sorry to hear this is occurring with your vehicle! Although our department is unable to provide technical advice, we would be happy to get you in contact with a local dealership who can assist further. Please feel free to send us a private message at any time!

Jessica
Chevrolet Customer Care

 

I know the steering coloums are not the best in these cars..I had mine changed under warrenty and I found it funny that the small town dealership I dealt with for that matter had them in stock.So I looked it up on the interwebs and theres whole write-ups on them.guys changing 2-3 of them on their cars.I do know with all the problems ive had with my cobalt.and I mean these were stupid problems that all could have been prevented if there was a bit of quality put in these cars.this will probably be my last chev vehicle.

 

Hello,

We apologize for this experience. General Motors takes comments like this very seriously, and we have documented your feedback within our database. Please let us know if you require assistance with any current concerns you may be experiencing.

Jessica
Chevrolet Customer Care

 

the steering columns make a crunchy, rattle noise over expansion bumps, the I shaft make a deep clunk when the steering is turned.


are you going to try this yourself?

 

I replaced mine with a used one and it was rattle free for a while. After 5000 miles it's starting to get noisy. I thought the cobalt was a pretty good car but I'm beginning to wonder!!! This car is a $. 18,000.00 rattle trap and gm should be ashamed of building this car. Man up gm and fix your mistakes !!!!!!

 

I am so tired on helping ranters on this forum. I wish I never posted. Everyone thinks their car should be warrantied for life.