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Campaign 10V073 Posted March 3, 2010 1,050,889 units

2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt/G5 Recall 10V073: Steering Assist

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published June 3, 2026

Recall 10V073 covers 1,050,889 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt and G5 vehicles for sudden loss of power steering assist. Free repair at any franchised Chevrolet dealer.

Chevrolet is recalling 1,050,889 2005-2010 Cobalt and G5 vehicles equipped with electric power steering because the driver can lose power steering assist while driving. Loss of assist means greater steering effort at low speeds and increases crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once Chevrolet makes it available.

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What's wrong?

For affected 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt and G5 vehicles, the electric power steering assist system is the helper system that reduces the effort needed to turn the steering wheel. An electric motor adds force when the driver steers, especially during low-speed turns and parking maneuvers. The steering linkage still connects the steering wheel to the road wheels, but the assist makes normal steering manageable.

In this recall, the assist can stop working suddenly while the vehicle is being driven. When that happens, the driver must supply all of the steering effort without help from the electric motor. The vehicle remains steerable, but the wheel becomes much harder to turn, especially at lower speeds or during quick corrections. That sudden change makes the vehicle harder to control.

There is no warning sign before failure. A driver first notices the problem when steering effort rises suddenly and the power assist is already gone.

Who's affected?

The scope combines two compact-car nameplates tied to the same electric power steering system.

2005 Chevrolet Cobalt power steering system
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt power steering system
2007 Chevrolet Cobalt power steering system
2007 Pontiac G5 power steering system
2008 Pontiac G5 power steering system
Units affected1,050,889

A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific car.

What's the safety risk?

Loss of power steering assist makes the steering wheel harder to turn at low speeds, especially during parking, tight turns, or slow traffic. That extra steering effort increases the risk of a crash. If steering suddenly feels heavy, reduce speed, keep both hands on the wheel, and arrange service. Repair will be free at any franchised Chevrolet dealer once available.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt or G5 is included in this recall.
  2. Watch for the owner letter if your VIN is included, and keep it with your service records.
  3. Contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer to ask whether the free electric power steering motor replacement is available for your VIN.
  4. Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 10V073 when you call.
  5. Drive with extra care at low speeds until the repair is complete; loss of power steering assist requires more steering effort.

What happens at the repair

The listed dealer repair is replacement of the electric power steering motor. Once the repair is available for your VIN, a Chevrolet technician removes the affected motor and installs the replacement part at no charge. Parts and labor are covered by the recall. The repair targets the steering assist system named in the filing, so the service desk should match the recall campaign to your VIN before starting work.

Timeline

March 3, 2010 NHTSA published the recall
March 29, 2010 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 10V073?

Recall 10V073 covers 1,050,889 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt and Pontiac G5 vehicles with electric power steering. The driver can lose power steering assist while driving, which requires greater steering effort at low speeds and increases crash risk. Dealers will replace the electric power steering motor for free.

What should I do if my 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt or Pontiac G5 is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 10V073. If it is, contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer to schedule the electric power steering motor replacement. Reference recall number 10V073 when you call. The repair is free.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the recall remedy says dealers will replace the electric power steering motor free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Chevrolet dealer.

What is the safety risk?

The safety risk is a sudden loss of power steering assist while driving. Steering still works, but the driver needs greater effort at low vehicle speeds. That extra effort increases the risk of a crash, especially during parking, turning, or slow traffic maneuvers.

What if I bought this vehicle used?

The free repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the original owner. If you bought a used Cobalt or G5 and never received a letter, check your VIN and reference recall number 10V073 when you call the dealer.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V073000
Chevrolet customer service1-800-630-2438
NHTSA recall #10V073
NHTSA recall # (full)10V073000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →