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Rusted and leaking fuel line under the car just in front of the rear drivers side tire. Water and debris was trapped inside silver heat tape accelerating the rust of the lines.
Just purchased 2009 Chevy Cobalt April 2019 129,000 miles, August 29, put 10 dollars in tank, did not go 3miles, car shut off, never did that before, in middle of street, it was straining to start again, needle on gas gage just started recending to low fuel light, pulled over abundent smell of fuel, looked under car fuel was spilling out on driver side passenger side fuel ran out completely, had been smelling gas after turn off 4days prior, have not been able to use car since, if I put fuel in tank drive normaly gas runs right out, called dealer said he heard of recall of this problem but did not give me any further advice, since their was 6 recalls including this problem please advise me on what to do please///////.
The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle in the driveway smelt fuel but noticed no leak however noticed that the rear of the vehicle was on fire. The contact was able to extinguish the fire. The contact then started the vehicle and noticed fuel spraying on the exhaust pipe. The contact stated he jacked the vehicle up to inspect the undercarriage and noticed that the fuel line was severely rusted. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for a diagnostic. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 141,000.
Heavy fuel smell. After researching, found fuel line all rusted out at clamp between drivers side door and right rear wheel. The car sat idle for three days and the temps outside where very hot. After reading on-line posts, I see that many people with this vehicle has the exact same problem.
- Townsend, DE, USA
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The fuel line started leaking in front of the rear tire on the drivers side of the vehicle. The vehicle was parked, and was having a difficult time starting. I stepped out of the vehicle and found a large puddle of gas under my vehicle.
My car fuel pump modulator problem. That has been on recall. But not for my vehicle. I do not know the history of what stat it origionally was bought in. But I think if those cars have recall why shouldnt mine? it now leaks gas under gas tank and when I tried to start it gives me hard time. It started 7/2019. Makes car bog down when accelerating. Does it sitting and when moving
The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. While pumping fuel, the contact noticed a leak underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to eriksen Chevrolet (located at 325 1st ave E, Milan, il 61264, (309) 756-2700) where it was determined that diagnostic testing was needed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was unknown.
The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that the vehicle did not start and spilled fuel without warning. The vehicle was towed to scenic Chevrolet (864-622-2555, located at 3449 blue ridge blvd, West union, SC 29696) where it was stated that the repairs for NHTSA campaign number: 14V047000 (air bags, electrical system) and NHTSA campaign number: 14V171000 (electrical system) could not be performed due to corroded fuel lines. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 48,000.
My car smells like gas inside and out. Chevy dealership says that it is fuel line leakage which has been reported by many for this model. But for some reason, my VIN was not included in the recall which was done in 2012. Fuel line leak did not happen in my car until now. It is like driving around in a fuel bomb with my little kids. It is too expensive to pay out of my pocket ($1100) for a car that is not worth much.
The fuel pump stopped working. After inspection the fuel pump was charred and the electrical plug running from the lid that locks under the tank locking ring crumbled apart. It was so burnt its a wonder a fire didn't start since it's inside the tank. To make things worse the lid that seals in the connector and all the hoses to the fuel pump is non existent. The part number is not even listed.
Fuel leaking from driver rear side immediately after turning on and starting car sitting stationary. No damage or accident prior to the leak. Just one day started leaking.
Fuel smell coming from car when just sitting, started small, now fuel/gas is gushing out. Had to have car towed. Mechanic stated fuel line was rusted through and cracking. I live in a state in which rusting should not be a factor. This is obviously a GM manufacturing problem and should be recalled. This is my only transportation. Called GM to see if it was recalled and they said no. While some have been recalled my VIN has not. GM excludes this from their special circumstances coverage as well. I have looked on line and I'm not the only one with this problem, not the only one GM has failed to acknowledge and repair. This is a huge safety issue as the car could catch fire with this type of fuel leak. Please help, due to the inability to drive it, I'm now stuck paying $650-$850 repair bill. GM needs to acknowledge this safety problem and reimburse me as this should be a recall.
Fuel tank is leaking gas. Strong gas smell. After letting car warm up, noticed significant leaking under car. After refueling, noticed leaking under car; examination of actual fluid on ground under car smelled strongly of gasoline. Car leaks when stationary, or over bumps, rough road.
The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact noticed an abnormal fuel odor inside and outside of the vehicle. The contact also observed fuel leaking from the fuel tank. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the driver's side quarter panel and fuel line were corroded. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and did not assist. The failure mileage was 127,500.
We have owned a 2009 Chevy Cobalt for 3 years - and each year, something has had to be replaced/repaired with the fuel system. The first year, the fuel pump had to be replaced and was paid for out of pocket. The second year, the fuel pump had to be replaced again and was covered under a recall. Once again, the car is acting the same as before each time the fuel pump had to be replaced (strong gas odor, leaking fuel, decreased power when turning especially, as if sufficient fuel isn't being supplied to the motor) for the third year in a row. I contacted the manufacturer to report the repeat concerns (case # 9-4957891748) and was told that there is a special coverage adjustment (#12191) available for a fuel pump module replacement that our car may qualify for and was directed to take it to any GM dealership for a diagnostic review which I did the same day. I just received a call from the dealership and based on their diagnostic review, the problem this time is due to the fuel lines rusting out, which would not be covered under the special coverage adjustment. There are only 121,000 miles on our vehicle and it is kept in a garage when not being driven. Needing to replace the fuel lines now after having to have the fuel pump replaced twice (and all within 3 years) seems to be poor craftsmanship on behalf of the manufacturer, and after researching similar concerns online reveals an abundance of similar complaints of continued fuel system repairs/malfunctions of other Chevy Cobalt owners for the same year vehicle. It is unsafe to drive a vehicle that consistently has a compromised fuel system, and deems further response and accountability from the manufacturer to the excessive number of consumers that have been provided a vehicle that is dangerous to operate, and have been placed under the unnecessary financial burden of repeat repairs and concerns.
I have 2009 Cobalt with 87.5K miles has rusted out fuel line near clip under driver's side. Car has hard start due to lack of pressure in line and leaked while driving and parked. The entire line needs replaced. Not covered under recall, but is the exact same issue that was previously recalled in other states. This is an expensive repair. I have owned the car since driven off the lot and took car of underside due to previous known recalls, it is well maintained. Due to the proximity of the leak to the exhaust, this is major safety issue. My car wasn't drivable and the parts were difficult to find from dealers. I had mine replaced at national chain repair shop for about $600 compared to what dealer would have charged. Looking at database this is a serious issue due to the nature of it being a fuel leak, especially with exhaust so close to the leak. A recall needs to be issued or expanded to ensure the safety while driving. No one should have to worry about their car blowing up or catching fire. Dealers seem clueless as does the manufacturer which will probably now claim this is due to age of the car since many reports are on cars 10 years old at this point.
Gasoline leaking in front of left rear wheel beside exhaust pipe.leaking all the time sitting or moving leaking in same place as recalled Cobalts in 2012 that was in a hand full of warm states.pa is as warm as any other state
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- Eau Claire, WI, USA