The 2006 added it’s own special flare with gas leaks due to cracks in the “return portion of the modular reservoir assembly.” A recall of 2006 Cobalts was issued to fix the problem, but only to vehicles sold in or current registered in Arizona and Nevada, leaving other owners to pay for repairs themselves.
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The plastic supply and return port on the modular reservoir assembly is crack, causing fuel to leak. This is exactly the same as current NHTSA campaign id 09V419000. However, GM told me that my VIN is no covered under this recall. The recall should be extended to the rest of the country, instead just certain states. Luckily, I caught this issue before a car fire occurred.
Started smelling an odor of gas, very strong. Started making me nauseated and gave me a headache. By the time I made it home I notice that my car used a lot of gas. My brother looked at it and says the gas is leaking and it is on top of the gas tank.
The fuel pump was leaking fuel from the top of the pump and had to be replaced. This was a safety hazard because fuel was leaking on to the ground. This is the same issue other 2006 Cobalt's were recalled for in other states, recall # 09V419000. My car was not purchased or registered in those states but it still experienced this problem. I want to be reimbursed by the manufacture for the repairs.
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. While parked, the contact noticed an abnormal gasoline smell. The contact later discovered gasoline fuel leaking from under the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing where the mechanic advised that the fuel pump was leaking fuel. There the contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 09V419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump) but was advised by the manufacturer that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 64,000. Updated 10/16/12 the consumer stated the vehicle has recall. The VIN matches the recall but, the consumer's state does not fall under the recall. Updated 10/18/2012
Contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that fuel fumes emitted in the vehicle. The dealer was contacted who stated that the vehicle was not under any recall or warranty and offered no assistance. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who confirmed that the vehicle was included on the NHTSA campaign id number: 09V419000 and referred the contact to the nearest dealer for the repaired at no charge. The dealer was notified again of the failure and was told what the manufacturer confirmed but they refused to do any repairs on the vehicle. The failure mileage was 48,000 and the current mileage was 49,250...updated 10/17/12 updated 10/19/2012
- Jamaica, NY, USA
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The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while parked fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. There was a recall under NHTSA campaign id number: 09V419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump) that may be related to the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 39,000.
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving, he smelled gasoline. The contact pulled the vehicle over and noticed that there was a gasoline fuel leak. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the fuel lines needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified and advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The failure mileage was 70,000.
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. The vehicle was parked when the contact smelled a strong odor of gasoline fuel outside of the vehicle. There was no visible fuel leak. The vehicle was taken to an auto shop where the fuel module was replaced. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 09V419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump); however the VIN was ineligible under the recall. In addition, the vehicle was not registered in the states mentioned in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 43,000.
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact smelled an extremely strong odor of fuel inside and outside of the vehicle. There was no fuel visible on the ground at any given time. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who noticed internal fuel leakage. The technician recommended the vehicle not be driven due to safety issues. There was a recall under NHTSA campaign id number 09V419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump); however the vehicle was not currently registered or purchased in the states mentioned in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 10,000.
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph, fuel fumes started to emit into the vehicle. The contact mentioned that after inspecting the vehicle he noticed a steady drip of fuel. The contact was informed about a recall under NHTSA campaign id number: 09V419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 67,676.
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle and in the garage where the vehicle was parked. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.
We noticed a strong fuel odor coming from the car. Upon further investigation we discovered a puddle of fuel under the car. We researched recalls and of course we were told they were for certain states. We contacted GM and was able to get them to pay to have the vehicle looked at to see what the problem was due to it being a safety issue! dealer found the metal lines part of the fuel pump module are leaking fuel. It was necessary to replace the fuel pump module. Our dealer offered to pay 50% of the cost. We still have an open investigation with GM to see if they will be covering the cost of the repair and refund us our money. This is a safety issue. It is a defective part! no way should a car with less than 41,000 miles should have a fuel leak. Just hope you decide to recall before someone gets hurt or dies!!
I noticed that my car, inside and out, had a strong odor of fuel. Since my daughter drives the car I immediately took it to my mechanic. I was told there is a recall on 2006 Cobalts for this issue. However since I'm not in a southern state, with high temperatures, my car is not covered. This makes absolutely no sense to me since Maryland has been extremely hot all summer. The VIN number for my car matches the recall notice just not the state. I have no choice but to find the money for repair since my child's safety is at risk. I just think that GM should pay for all 2006 Cobalts since they are clearly aware of the problem.
Strong odor of gasoline. Noticed gasoline on bottom of fuel tank and tank shield. Looked for recalls and found recalls for the fuel module on vehicles registered in states that have a hot summer climate but no recall issued for the state of Missouri. With the record settings temperatures this summer in St. Louis recall should be extended to the state of Missouri.
Driving down the highway at approximately 65 mph my fuel gauge crashed. Dropping to empty from half full and stopping my vehicle in rush hour traffic. I immediately pulled to the side of the road to check the engine for fuel. Nothing found. Got on my hands and knees and checked under the car to find fuel showering out of the bottom of my fuel tank. I called my local Chevrolet and gave them my VIN number only to find out that yes there is a recall in effect for this problem but its only available to be fixed for free in 2 states. Arizona and Nevada.
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or a mechanic for inspection. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 72,000. Updated 10/10/12 updated 10/15/2012
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- Willowick, OH, USA