What is the accident rate for the Chevrolet Cobalt?

The Chevrolet Cobalt has an accident rate of 32.6% based on 2,264 vehicles analyzed from 2005–2010. The salvage rate is 0.4% and the total loss rate is 1.8%.

Is the Chevrolet Cobalt reliable?

The Chevrolet Cobalt has an odometer issue rate of 1.0%, a frame damage rate of 9.3%, and an average of 2.9 owners. The theft rate is 0.0%.

Chevrolet Cobalt Statistics

2,264 vehicles analyzed (2005–2010)

Last updated: May 2026

The Chevrolet Cobalt has an accident rate of 32.6% based on 2,264 vehicles analyzed from 2005 to 2010. The salvage title rate is 0.4% and the total loss rate is 1.8%. Average mileage is 115,874 miles with 2.9 owners on average.

Safety & Risk Profile

32.6%

Accident Rate

1.8%

Total Loss Rate

9.3%

Frame Damage

0.4%

Salvage Title

1.0%

Odometer Issues

Ownership Data

Avg Owners2.9

Avg Mileage115,874 mi

Common Specs

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Accident Rate Over Time

Year-by-Year Breakdown

Year	Vehicles	Accident Rate
2005 Chevrolet Cobalt	105	20.0%
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt	306	23.2%
2007 Chevrolet Cobalt	383	31.9%
2008 Chevrolet Cobalt	440	38.0%
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt	485	33.6%
2010 Chevrolet Cobalt	545	35.6%

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