Problem Reports
Chevrolet Cobalt SS
Report: Ignition Key Stuck Due to Failed Shifter
Chevrolet Cobalt SS Problem
9 Reports
Model Years Affected: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
Average Mileage: 51,000 mi (12,000 mi - 85,000 mi)
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The automatic transmission shifter in floor console may fail causing the key to become stuck in the ignition lock cylinder.
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Visitor, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 56,000 mi
Key won't come out of ignition. Ran battery down.
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Visitor, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 85,000 mi
Key is stuck in the ignition. I have taken it to 3 different mechanics and none of them were able to get it out.
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Visitor, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 12,000 mi
Was at 12000 miles when problem manifested. Temp fix - I popped the cover off the access bottom side steering to press white button and release key. gear selector had to be replaced.
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