This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
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The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact smelled a fuel odor while driving various speeds. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis. The vehicle was repaired under the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 12V459000 (fuel system, gasoline ). after the repair was performed, the strong fuel odor persisted inside of the vehicle with the illumination of the engine warning indicator. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 77,000. The VIN was unavailable.
Took vehichle to dealership regarding fuel pump/return port crack recall which was covered under recall, however, was told that my fuel tank was also cracked and needed to be replaced all together. Was told this was not covered or related to recall and cost would be out of my pocket (close to $700), including cost of the rental vehicle. I was told that if I did not replace the fuel tank, fumes would still be emitted and could potentially cause a vehicle fire. I have read other complaints with similar conditions that resulted in having to replace the entire fuel tank as well. I feel this needs to be investigated as a related issue to the current recall. I feel the investigation should be extended to include how this recall impacts the entire fuel and exhaust system.
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt ls. The contact stated that after refueling, fuel seeped from the fuel tank filler seal. The contact added that in order to avoid the failure, the tank could be filled to no more than half of a tank. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that the fuel tank would need to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 119,000. The VIN was unavailable.
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact received NHTSA recall campaign number: 12V459000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, GM stated that the vehicle would not be repaired because the vehicle was not registered in the correct state. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was unavailable.
Fuel pump on my 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt began leaking August, 2012. I checked internet and discovered there was a recall issue with the fuel pump on this model of vehicle. I consulted the Chevrolet dealer and was told recall was only effective for Cobalt vehicles sold in certain southern states. Since I had to pay to have fuel pump replaced, I had pump replaced by an independent mechanic. I phoned Chevrolet national rep in December, 2012, to question why fuel pump was only being recalled in 'hot weather' states when temperatures were consistently in the 90's in the Chicago area in the summer of 2012. I was told that Chevrolet was looking into the matter and would let me know their decision by the end of January, 2013. Of course, I never heard from national Chevy rep or Chevy dealer I purchased the vehicle from. I am filing this complaint because I feel that issuing a recall for only certain states is unfair (discriminatory?), especially since the pump problem I had with my vehicle was exactly the same problem described in the recall notice. Also, if this issue is related to warm temperature (climate) situations, I believe the temperatures in the Chicago area in the summer of 2012 would have certainly met that requirement. At minimum, I am requesting reimbursement for the cost of the replacement fuel pump assembly @ $310.89. Ideally, I would like to be reimbursed for the total cost of replacing the pump, which was $577.32. Lastly, I would like to state that I'm notifying NHTSA of this situation because it is a serious safety issue. With fuel visibly leaking from the defective fuel pump, the chance of the vehicle catching fire from a spark or impact is dangerously elevated. I believe a nationwide recall on all 2007 Chevrolet Cobalts is in order to minimize the chance of serious injury or death occurring from this situation.
- Naperville, IL, USA
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There was the smell of gas in the car. When I took it in. The repair shop said that the top of the fuel was leaking and that it had been recalled on other models but not mine. Further it did not appear to be an ordinary wear and tear problem. The part is E3726M fp module assembly.
We started to smell gasoline everytime we walked by or got into the car. About a week later friends would say your car smells of gasoline. We took car to a local GM dealership asked if a problem or recall existed on the 2007 Cobalt. We where told that no problem or recall existed at that time. Two GM employees walked around the car with us and we figured the gas to be leaking near the fuel tank. Finances where an issue at that time, as payments are still owed on the car, finally in February of 2013 leak seemed to be worse. Took car to a local garage and paid $ $427.58 to replace the entire fuel pump assembly for a pinhole / small crack in a fuel line attached to the fuel pump. Driving the car in this condition was very stressful, thinking of a fire or explosion. Just seeking a refund on this issue, thanks.
Started smelling gasoline so I took the car into ed bozart and they said that my VIN was not included in a recall for the fuel pump and that it would cost $700 to replace it and the filter. The service person said that there were recalls for the fuel pump but my VIN number was not included. My car only has 33,000 miles on it and it should not have problem until 75,000 to 124,000 miles. I would like to see what I can do to recouple my expenses.
On 02/16/2013 while my car was parked attention was brought to a substance leaking from my vehicle upon further investigation it was determined to be gas leaking out of my gas tank. I took my car to Chevy because I discovered that other people had this same problem and that there had been a recall. The dealership then informed me there had been a recall but not for my VIN.
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that fuel fumes were emitted in and around the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the fuel pump module was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 12V459000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 123,000 and the current mileage was 144,000.
After exiting the vehicle, the smell of raw gasoline was noticed. On February 4, 2013, while having new tires installed, a local service center notified us that gas was leaking from the top of the gas tank.
Cobalt began noticeably loosing fuel and appeared to be losing power when gas pedal was pushed. Shortly thereafter the check engine light came on. Within a few days every time the car was driven the loss of power while driving progressively got worse. Drove the car to a "certified GM mechanic at the local Chevy dealership" for a diagnostic check who stated the car needed a new motor; ($ 3000.00). Had to have the vehicle towed from the "certified Chevy repair shop" to a different mechanic because it now would not even start, which new (honest) mechanic said there is a major problem with the fuel pump/fuel propulsion system. Consequently while doing some research online we are now finding many complaints similar to ours on this make and model but for some reason due to our geological location our vehicles are not under the 2009 recall for fuel/propulsion issues? is appears obvious that it is a manufacturing issue that should cover all 2007 Chevy Cobalts not just some in a few select locations.
We took our 2007 Chevy Cobalt into our Chevy dealership here in roseville, ca to get our recalled fuel sensor replaced. We were then notified that our fuel tank needed to be replaced due to a crack in it, and that we are now looking at an $800+ repair for a new fuel tank. This car has never been in an accident or anything, so I know it did not crack from that. After doing a little bit of research I have found that a number of people are being affected by a) the sensor failure, outside of "qualified" states, and are not being addressed, and B) a number are getting the same call from dealerships about their whole fuel tank needing to be replaced due to this cracking. To me it seems that Chevy probably used the same materials on the fuel tank as they did this sensor that needs replacing due to "heat". now along with the sensors cracking, the tanks are doing the same only they are not covering them in a recall. I find it hard to believe that these complaints are just coincidence and that I can find a handful of complaints online about the same thing, who knows how many people have been affected by this issue and are now set back over $1000 for the repair. www.aboutautomobile.com/complaint/2007/Chevrolet/Cobalt/fuel+system.
The contact owns 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that when the vehicle was refueled to capacity, the fuel would leak over the course of a few days. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who informed the contact that the fuel pump had failed and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 12V459000 (fuel system, gasoline: Delivery: Fuel pump). The failure mileage was 5,000. The current mileage was 20,000.
Vehicle reeks of fuel and has a fuel leak. GM offered a recall in several states stopping at the one right below mine because the heat is the problem. Vehicle isn't driven nearly as much as others due to short distance to work, but they will not repair the problem.
The plastic supply or return port on the fuel pump module in my vehicle has cracked which caused a fuel leak. I started to notice a strong odor of gasoline on the passenger side of my vehicle in late August. I called a local Chevy dealer and took my car in to have it checked out. I was informed that there was a recall for the fuel pump module for some 2007 Chevy Cobalt and while my VIN was within the affected numbers, my vehicle was not covered because of the state where it was purchased/ I reside. I have two young children and am not happy that GM would allow owners of their product be in danger when they know they have produced a faulty product. If recalls were issued in Arizona, California, Florida, Nevada, and Texas why do the rest of us have to deal with it"??" I read in usa today that GM would offer a repair to those experiencing this issue who were within a certain mileage but have not heard anything more from GM on this issue. "but the company also plans to send letters to owners in other states offering a free repair within a limited time period if the parts are cracked. That offer is valid for 10 years or 120,000 miles from the date the vehicle was sold, spokesman alan adler said." (www.usatoday.com/story/money/cars/2012/09/29/general-motors-recall/1602747/).
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- Manhattan, KS, USA