Car randomly stops accelerating

Asked by Braedanwarren Nov 26, 2018 at 11:55 PM about the 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt LS Coupe FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

My car will be driving fine then randomly it’s
stops accelerating I am able to rev the engine
and some times I catch a little speed to keep
me going but not much at all. Then I’ll turn off
my car let it sit for 15-20 mins turn it on and
it’s fine like nothing ever happened! Anyone
know what could be the problem cause I’m
stumped at this point! Thanks in advance

3 Answers
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munron answered 6 years ago

Is the reduced engine power warning coming on at the same time? Have it scanned for trouble codes. That will give you some guidance.

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Caitlin answered 4 years ago

Um currently having the same problem with my Chevy cobalt. I was wondering if the problem ever got fixed?

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