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A plastic component in the fuel return cracked causing a gas leak that was unrecognizable at first. First noticed the scent a week after adopting a cat and assumed it must have peed in the car or something. At first, only noticed it after driving more than a few minutes and parking the car. When the car was left in park overnight, it would not smell in the morning, however once it was driven any distance, the smell would become apparent by the time the trip was done. The smell was faint and seemed to come from the passenger side of the car, but was not strong enough to be narrowed down more than that. Eventually the scent was strong enough that it could be recognized as gasoline and by that time it was clear that it was coming from behind the passenger seat. Upon lifting the back end to look at the car, the underside was wet with gasoline and the source of the leak could be isolated to the top of the tank. Took it in to be checked and fixed to find out it was a crack in a plastic component of the fuel return and the way the component is designed, the entire fuel pump had to be replaced. Received a notice from GM about potential fuel leaks and submitted my information only to learn that the current bulletin pertains to the fuel tank itself and all other service bulletins related to this particular issue are for different car batches sold mostly to warmer climate states so GM will not reimburse for the repair.
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. While the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed a strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 12V459000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
I have a 2007 Chevy Cobalt. I have been experiencing strong gas odor from outside the car after driving and inside my car while driving.no huge leak but the odor is making me sick :( I know there is a recall but I live in Maryland....can someone please help. I have 2 young kids and having to pay to fix this will be extremely hard. Especially when lots of these cars are having this issue. Please make Maryland a part of this recall better yet all states.....since these cars are in all states thank you.
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. While driving at various speeds, a strong fuel odor was detected behind the vehicle. The contact also stated that fuel leaked heavily from the rear of the vehicle while it was in motion. The check engine light was illuminated while the failure occurred. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel valve and the fuel pump was damaged and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and also sent the contact additional information about the failure. The dealer refused to do the repair due to the vehicle's mileage being more than 150,000. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.
- Pikeville , TN, USA
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The fuel lines were leaking. Apparently there are two fuel lines wrapped in an encasement with a vent tube. The car only had about 78,000 miles on it when this hazard was discovered. It is only a 2007, but the fuel lines are not made well at all. Because they are in that encasement with the vent they rust quickly. It caused a very strong odor, and gas was visibly leaking out of the back end of the car. The driver had headaches every time after driving the car. The car was barely starting as well. After putting the key in and turning it, it would take awhile before the car actually started. The driver took it into the Chevy dealership where it was purchased thinking it was the cracked fuel tank inlet control valve special service problem that had just been issued in August 2015. That would have meant it would be fixed with no charge to the driver. The dealership said it was neither related to that issue nor to another special service issue dealing with leaking gas that the driver had already gotten fixed in April 2014. The dealership said it was instead related to the fuel lines rusting. The dealership said it was very dangerous to be driving and that it would cost at least $659.38 to get it fixed. The driver eventually got it fixed somewhere else for $250 less. In the meantime the driver continued to get headaches and feel very unsafe driving the car. The driver knows of other Chevy Cobalts with this exact same issue. It should be looked into further before a serious incident occurs. Chevrolet should take responsibility for this immediately and pay for it to be fixed on these new 2007 cars!
Tla* the contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that there was a strong odor of fuel emitting under the vehicle, which was progressing. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 09V419000 (fuel system, gasoline). The approximate failure mileage was 122,000. Updated 11/09/15 no one could tell the consumer why only cars sold or registered in AZ, ca, fl, nv, or tx are only recalled. Consumer had same problem even though it was purchased in mo...updated 03/19/18, 05/15/18
In June 2015, we smelled fuel under car. The next day we took the car immediately to our mechanic who replaced the fuel pump at a cost of $531.85. In August of 2015, we received a letter from Chevrolet that indicated our Cobalt may have a cracked fuel tank inlet control valve. The letter said that the vehicle may emit a strong fuel odor from the rear of the vehicle which is what we detected. The letter indicated we could be reimbursed if we submitted the requested documents if we already had the vehicle repaired. I submitted all documents to our local Chevrolet dealer but was denied reimbursement.
SE light came on followed by strong gas odor in cabin and surrounding vehicle. Parked vehicle. Next day strong fuel odor surrounding vehicle. Investigation found gas leaking on ground under fuel tank. Took to mechanic who discovered both plastic supply and return ports on fuel pump cracked. Had to replace fuel pump. ($467). Research found 2 recalls for this problem 10/29/2009 and 9/19/2012 neither of which covered vehicles in North Carolina. The 2012 recall did expand into nc and surrounding states but for 2006 model vehicles not 2007. NHTSA # 12V459000 (09) and # 09V419000 (12) it is my contention GM should have included all states in these recalls or have a reimbursement plan in effect if this problem occurs in areas not covered. Two separate recalls for the same problem clearly indicates GM was aware of the cracking ports on the fuel pump. (I would appreciate a reimbursement) in a separate, yet very closely related issue, I now have a letter dated August 2015 about a cracked fuel tank control valve. Vehicles that have had tank removal procedures (replace fuel pump July) are "especially at risk" for this condition. SE light is back on, slight hint of gas fumes, and erratic engine performance especially after refueling. I now have to follow up on this gas tank issue.
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, fuel fumes emitted from the fuel tank. The failure recurred on one occasion. The vehicle was not taken a dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure and the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 12V459000 (fuel system, gasoline). The approximate failure mileage was 122,000.
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that fuel fumes emitted into the cabin from the rear of the vehicle near the fuel tank. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic. The technician stated that the fuel line was leaking at the fuel tank. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was made aware of NHTSA campaign id number: 12V459000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was a fuel odor without warning. The contact noticed that there was fuel leaking from the fuel tank. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.
Filled up 6/29/2015 ran out of gas, after 50 miles, smelt a little gas put gas in and it poured out from ablve the fuel tank right onto exhaust. No fire but what a hazard.
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. While driving approximately 40 mph, there was a fuel odor emitting into the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 124,657.
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, fuel fumes emitted in and around the vehicle without warning. The failure recurred each time the vehicle was driven. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel line was fractured and leaking fuel and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 09V419000 (fuel system, gasoline). The approximate failure mileage was 46,000. MA 08/17/15 updated 10/25/2017
I smelt gas very strongly and was coming out of top of gas tank. I took it to weeks tires,1883 hickman ave, elba, Alabama,36323... (334)897-2270. Upon taking it to them I was shown the hole in the fuel line on the fuel pump. I have noticed the recalls on this vehicle in other states. I had to pay $543.70 for parts and labor.
I am having a severe gas leak, and though I live in Florida, and the recall was listed in 2012 (NHTSA 12V459000) I never received notice and when I run recalls by VIN # it does not list it. I do not know if I can have it fixed under this recall or not. I did live in Florida at the time of the recall
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. While parked, fuel fumes emitted in and around the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the fuel module was leaking and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 160,000.
Smell gas very strongly and gas is coming from the top of the gas tank.there was a recall for this vehicle model in 2009. Now it is closed. No longer open. What can be done about this problem?
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- Vancouver, WA, USA