Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY | ||||||||||||||||
| 04V090000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 03/01/1997 to 08/31/1998 | V (Vehicle) | 910873 | 06/30/2004 | ODI | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 02/24/2004 | 03/01/2004 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 3800 v6 (l36) engines and certain delphi fuel pressure regulators, the regulators have a much higher than usual rate of fuel leaks. a leak can allow fuel to enter the intake manifold through a vacuum line. if the engine does not start when cranked, the fuel from the leaking regulator and a mistimed spark can cause a backfire. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The backfire can rupture the intake manifold. the rupture of the intake manifold can displace a fuel line, pulling an injector out of place, and causing a fuel leak and possible fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install new fuel pressure regulators with improved diaphragms. the recall will be conducted in phased mailings. phase 1 began on june 30, 2004, and phase 2 began on september 30, 2004. owners should contact buick at 1-866-608-8080, oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537, or pontiac at 1-800-620-7668. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Gm recall no. 03054b.see campaign 03v-473 for additional units.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | ||||||
| EA02030 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/22/2002 | 03/09/2004 | ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES | 03V473000 | |
| Ea02-030 is closed with gmea02-030 is closed with gm | ||||||
| EA02030 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/22/2002 | 03/09/2004 | ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES | 04V090000 | |
| Ea02-030 is closed with gmea02-030 is closed with gm | ||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY | ||||||
| EA02030 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/22/2002 | 03/09/2004 | ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES | 03V473000 | |
| Ea02-030 is closed with gmea02-030 is closed with gm | ||||||
| EA02030 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/22/2002 | 03/09/2004 | ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES | 04V090000 | |
| Ea02-030 is closed with gmea02-030 is closed with gm | ||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||
| EA02030 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/22/2002 | 03/09/2004 | ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES | 03V473000 | |
| Ea02-030 is closed with gmea02-030 is closed with gm | ||||||
| EA02030 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/22/2002 | 03/09/2004 | ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES | 04V090000 | |
| Ea02-030 is closed with gmea02-030 is closed with gm | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
| 03/16/2011 | 114000 | ||
| The fuel gauge on my 1998 buick lesabre automobile is faulty. the gauge gives inaccurate and random fuel level readings while driving. | |||
| 01/22/2011 | 63000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1998 buick lasabre. upon starting the vehicle an explosion occurred within the engine and white smoke began to flow from under the hood. the vehicle was shut off and the contact noticed the manifold exploded. the vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed. the manufacturer was notified and the contact was told the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 04v090000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery). the vehicle was not repaired. the contact also stated a fuel leak was present within the engine prior to the failure. the failure and current mileages were 63,000. sm. | |||
| 05/18/2010 | 119000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 1998 buick lesabre. the contact stated that when driving and attempting to stop the vehicle, the brakes did not engage and the vehicle went into some hedges. there were no injuries or police report filed. the vehicle was taken to a repair shop where the contact was informed that the brake line had rusted completely. the brake lines were replaced at that time. in june 2010, the contact noticed front end noise. the vehicle was taken to a repair shop where the contact was informed that the stabilizer bar bushings had broken off. the bushings were replaced. the mechanic also stated that the bushings under the cradle had also rusted out. new bushings were installed there as well. in september 2010, the contact noticed fuel leaking from under the vehicle. the mechanic at the repair shop stated that the fuel sending unit was defective and needed to be replaced. the contact had not spoken with the manufacturer at the time of the complaint. the current mileage was approximately 120,000. the failure mileage was approximately 119,000-bk | |||
| 02/25/2010 | 24581 | 1 | |
| I am currently the owner of a 1998 buick lesabre with approximately 24,600 miles. i recently had to have the fuel pressure regulator replaced on the vehicle after the car backfired and the service engine light appeared on the vehicle. the engine was chugging and the exhaust smelled like gasoline and burning plastic. at the service shop where i had my car repaired, the mechanic informed me that it was good i brought the car in so soon because this sort of problem if not fixed could have resulted in a possible fire. i contacted buick customer service in regards to the problem and was informed that my specific vehicle was not involved in any recalls and that the fuel regulator in my vehicle was not a part of any buick recalls. when asked if i could receive some documentation that my specific vehicle was not a part of any recalls, i was told that they could not provide me with that paperwork and that anyone else could talk to with buick would tell me the same thing in regards to my vehicle. *tr | |||
| 07/15/2008 | 50000 | 1 | |
| The fuel supply line rusted get in to the plastic fiting and gasoline was leaking at the gas tank. *tr | |||
| 11/01/2008 | 92000 | 1 | |
| My 1998 buick lesabre backfired, then started on fire, after the top of the motor{intake and fuel injectors etc.} were blown off during the explosion. the whole top of the motor was destroyed. notified gm, and they said they would not help because of a statute of limitations. they know there is a problem!!! *tr | |||
| 10/17/2007 | 2 | 01/28/1998 | |
| Leaking fuel sender and corroded brake lines. *tr | |||
| 01/01/1901 | 1 | ||
| Ltr fwd fm cpsc complaint re his 1998 buick lesabre, he took car in for a recall, and now the car is more dangerous than before gm repaired it.*mr after the vehicles recall repairs were made it leaked fuel vapors and stalled. *nm | |||
| 05/01/2002 | 85000 | 12 | 01/10/2002 |
| No injuries. engine stops or stalls at various times. nothing has been done to correct the problem. | |||
| 01/01/1901 | 83233 | 1 | |
| Writer submitted reimbursement information to general motors (gm) owner of a buick lesabre vehicle. recalled defective fuel pressure regulator. *bf the manufacturer only reimbursed the consumer a small amount of the total repair expense. *nm | |||
| 05/01/2004 | 1 | ||
| Problems with fuel pressure regulator on 1998 buick lesabre.*mr the fuel pressure regulator was replaced in accordance with recall v1082. while driving the vehicle stalled and would not restart. the vehicle was towed to the service dealer where it was deterrmined that the upper intake manifold had failed and coolant was flowing into the cylinders. the consumer feels the manifold should have been recalled and request reimbursement. *nm | |||
| 06/01/2004 | 1 | 08/14/1998 | |
| Regulator leaking allowing fuel to enter the intake manifold. *mr water in the reservoir tank kept evaporating. the consumer would continue to refill the tank but it continued to leak. the fuel pressure regulator caused the leak allowing fuel to enter the intake manifold through a vacuum line. the plenum cracked due to the backfiring of the engine caused by the fuel pressure regulator. *sc *jb | |||
| 02/19/2004 | 59627 | 1 | |
| Vehicle failed to start when the key was turned in the ignition. vehicle was towed to a mechanic. mechanic indicated that the intake manifold degraded around the erg distribution nipple and the fuel pressure regulator diaphram ruptured leaking fuel into the engine through the vacuum hose. this was the same defect as described in the fuel pressure regulator recall 03v473000, but this vehicle's model was not included in the recall although it had the same type of engine. *ak *nm | |||
| 01/09/2004 | 82000 | 1 | 11/01/1999 |
| While attempting to start the vehicle in the garage, the consumer heard an explosion in the engine compartment. dealer informed the consumer that fuel pressure regulator was the problem. *ak the explosion caused damage to the engine and the hood. *nm | |||
| 09/22/2003 | 43446 | 1 | 09/22/2003 |
| We were the second owner for this vehicle. the original owner purchased the vehicle at a different dealership. when we purchased the vehicle it had around 42,000 miles. after purchase, we experienced an extended crank before the vehicle started that worsened, so on november 25, 2003, my husband and i took the vehicle to the dealership where the vehicle was originally purchased and they did the following: they noted that the fuel pressure regulator and the upper intake manifold was leaking. they replaced the fuel pressure regulator and intake manifold. further they flushed and filled the cooling system with new coolant, did an oil and filter change and an envirolution engine flush; removed carbon buildup desludge intake manifold; did a fuel system treatment and cleaned the throttle plate pressurized injector cleaned and applied a fuel tank additive. total cost of repairs was $1434.08 (minus $45.00 for a belt replacement requested by us). this was a costly repair for problems identical to recall no. 0354 for the buick park avenue (nhtsa pursuit number ea02-030 and nhtsa recall campaign number 03v-473000). today, january 5, 2004, i called buick at 1-800-521-7300 and registered a complaint with tony thompson. he said there is no recall for the buick lesabre at this time, therefore, no compensation. can you please help me. *ak *sc | |||
| 11/03/1999 | 1 | 09/12/1998 | |
| Vehicle jerks on acceleration and has rough idle, and the fuel pressure regulator is leaking. fuel injector had to be replaced. *tt | |||
| 04/18/2002 | 1 | ||
| Consumer can smell gas coming from vehicle, also fuel is leaking onto engine compartment. cause unknown. dealer notified.*ak. consumer states gas fumes are present when vehicle is started.*jb | |||
| 04/24/2001 | 1 | 03/14/1998 | |
| Consumer stated the fuel system was cleaned, however the problems that she was experiencing resumed after 2 weeks.*jb | |||
| 04/05/2002 | 6 | 02/24/1998 | |
| Vehicle has stalled 4 times at 25-30 mph. dealer has replaced fuel filter. but this has not remedied the problem.*ak the fuel pressure regulator was also replaced due to fuel leak. *tt | |||
| 04/24/2001 | 1 | 03/14/1998 | |
| Consumer stated the fuel system was cleaned, however the problems that she was experiencing resumed after 2 weeks.*jb | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - CARBURETOR SYSTEM | |||
| 07/01/2001 | |||
| While driving vehicle engine shut down. towed vehicle to buick. mechanic took off manifold and they found a crack in manifold which was allowing water to fill up in engine department, causing a hydorlock. please provide any further information. ts | |||
| 07/29/2002 | 1 | ||
| The intake manifold on the engine is made out of plastic and has the egr tube running through it, causing the plastic to heat up and allow antifreeze to run into the engine. dealer found and replaced leaking intake plenum. *tt | |||
| 08/01/2002 | |||
| Vehicle stalled while driving in parking lot. checked by dealer, who determined that coolant was leaking from intake manifold into engine, causing vehicle to stall.*ak | |||
| 07/28/2002 | 1 | 01/01/2098 | |
| Gm made their intake manifolds out of a plastic resin on the buick 3800 v6 engine. they routed the egr valve through it which causes a heat build up that wraps the intake manifold allowing coolant to go into the engine. my repair bill was $803.76 plus one starter $189.00 that broke when the engine siezed. from reading on the internet this is a common problem with the engines with the plastic manifold. the dealer that fixed my car aid yes it was a design problem and that he had another car of the same make and model as mine in the same morning as mine. same problem and that he had one the week before. in my case the engine did not lock up as i as going down the highway but this could be a dangerous problem for someone going down the highway and thier engine locks up. *ak | |||
| After having t egr valve serviced, miles later without warning, intake manifold began to leak coolant onto engine, causing engine to shutdown and lock up. mechanic stated intake manifold needed to be replaced when valve was serviced.*ak | |||
| 05/16/2002 | |||
| Intake manifold is leaking fluid onto the motor, causing it to shutoff while driving.*ak | |||
| 06/09/2001 | |||
| Vehicle at stop light when engine check light came on and remained. was idling roughly when pulling into parking lot, and then vehicle died. took vehicle to dealership, and was informed that upper plentium manifold had cracked and was leaking fluid onto engine. this caused plugs to be flooded. plugs were pulled and cleaned. *ak | |||
| 04/04/2001 | 1 | ||
| Upper intake manifold cracked, causing loss of coolant. vehicle taken to independent repair shop. *ak oil and oil filter had to be changed, spark plugs were replaced and cylinder had to be cleaned out. *slc | |||
| 01/01/2001 | 1 | 11/01/1997 | |
| Intake manifold material melted around erg valve, letting coolant into engine. shop was repairing another vehicle with the same problem at the same time.*ak | |||
| 01/08/2001 | 1 | 01/01/1999 | |
| Dealership advised intake manifold was cracked and starter was bad. i had just parked this vehicle two hours prior to attempting to start it again and it would not crank. i question why they are allowed to use a plastic intake manifold as this is an area that gets very hot at times. i used to be a mechanic for several years and think that buick made an error by producing engines with plastic manifolds. i have purchased new buicks on and off for the past 35 years and this is the first problem i have ever had with an engine. referenced in ea02-030 | |||
| There was fuel lekaing onto intake manifold. when driver started vehicle. intake manifold exploded. dealer has seen vehicle. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY | |||
| 09/15/2004 | 26000 | 1 | 06/01/2004 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 1998 buick lesabre. the contact noticed oil in the antifreeze bucket in the vehicle. when the vehicle was taken to the mechanic, he was informed that the cooling coils had burst in the radiator. currently, antifreeze has settled on the engine block. the vehicle was tested for a pressure leak and the mechanic was unable to find one. the contact was informed that the intake gasket failed. nhtsa campaign id number 04v090000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery) was referenced. the current mileage was 31,000 and failure mileage was 26,000. updated 06/25/08. *lj updated 06/25/08 | |||
| 09/28/2004 | 111000 | 3 | 03/15/2004 |
| Dt: the contact took h car to dealer for a recall 04v090000 repairs almost one year ago in august, 2004. he received the recall notice in june, 2004, and the car was repaired on 9-28-04. they damaged the car on the outside and also under the hood. the rear tail light was broken and there was a scratch under the front left headlight. they put red tape over the headlight. the accelerator stuck and the car stalled. this problem immediately followed the recall repairs within one day. the dealer denied anything wrong was done. the recall was in regard to a fuel regulator. as soon as the car returned to the contact it shut off. recently, the accelerator stuck, and the contact smelled a fuel/exhaust odor that was very strong. the check engine light stayed on n. . he talked to gm on 11-12-04, and they informed him that they had notified the dealer about the damage, and for him to take the car to dealer for repairs. when he took the car to dealer the dealer was mad and refused to fix the car. *ak | |||
| 06/01/2005 | 2 | 01/07/2003 | |
| 1998 buick lesabre became inoperative and smoke came out of the tailpipe.*mr a small fire emitted form the rear of the truck. the consumer smelled gas for months prior to the incident. the consumer had the fuel pump and filter replaced thinking it would remedy the problem. recall 04v090000 was issued for this vehicle. *nm | |||
| 04/01/2005 | 1 | ||
| 1998 buick lesabre had the intake manifold replaced. the consumer's claim for a refund for repairs was not approved. *mr the consumer had turned left onto a loop and started to accelerate when the engine started to miss and make noises. the consumer pulled over and viewed a lot of water under the engine. the consumer felt that he should be reimbursed for the replacement of the spark plugs that were damaged when the water flooded into the block and or the ruptured plastic intake manifold. refer to recall campaign#04v090000. the horn would go off when the horn pad was bumped or when the interior of the vehicle became' hot. *sc the manufacturer wrote the consumer a letter which stated the part that was replaced on the vehicle was not covered under the recall. *jb | |||
| 04/12/2005 | 1 | ||
| 1998 buick lesabre experiencing problems with fuel pressure regulator part that was installed during a recall. *mr recall campaign# 04v090000. *sc the manufacturer would not pay for the repairs because the consumer did not have the repairs made at a dealership. *jb | |||
| 03/14/2005 | 1 | 07/14/2003 | |
| Car had been hard to start for a while. on day of incident, when starting the vehicle, a backfire occurred and smoke rolled out from under the hood. within minutes, a fire started, completely destroying the vehicle.*ak | |||
| 12/01/2004 | 1 | ||
| The fuel pressure regulator failed and ruined the intake manifold. at low mileage the wheel bearings were replaced. *bf recall#04v090000 *jb | |||
| 03/24/2004 | 69269 | 1 | |
| Replaced upper intake plenum seals and gaskets, engine oil and filter, spark plugs and wire set. installed fuel filter, starter would not turn off (stuck on), replaced it. *bf the vehicle stalled in heavy traffic. the problem was determined to be a ruptured intake manifold that caused water to flood the engine. the consumer requested reimbursement. recall# 04v090000. *sc *jb | |||
| 08/14/2004 | 1 | ||
| After the fuel pressure regulator recall 04v090000 was performed the vehicle consumed an excessive amount of antifreeze and oil. the part #8901 7530 regulator was replaced. also the check engine light illuminated and when the vehicle was started there was a loud noise from under the hood. the noise sounded as if the engine was going to exploded. the dealership has been notified. *jb | |||
| 10/14/2002 | 1 | ||
| Nar 1/21/03 design problem with intake manifold. the vehicle refused to start, after several failed attempts the vehicle was towed. after trouble shooting, it was determined the intake manifold had a hole in it which allowed coolant fluid to enter the cylinders resulting in a hydrostatic lock. *jb | |||
| 12/31/2003 | 1 | ||
| Recall for fuel regulator and intake manifold problems . *bf the consumer received a recall letter regarding the problem, however the consumer had already experienced the problem prior to receiving the recall and had already had the regulator and intake manifold replaced. the manufacturer refused to pay for the manifold, they stated it was not ruptured, but it was warped and needed to be repalced. the manufacturer sent the consumer a check for a 127.40, but the consumer believed he was entilted to the remaining portion of 374.98. *jb | |||
| 10/01/2004 | 48000 | 1 | |
| Defective fuel pressure regulator caused damaged . *bf oil leaked due to manifold wear. there was a loud bang and the warning lights had come on. the consumer requested reimbursement. recall# 04v090000. *sc the consumer received the recall letter after she had already paid for the repairs. *jb | |||
| 10/17/2004 | 50295 | 2 | 06/28/1998 |
| Nhtsa #: 04v090000 - i own a 1998 buick lesabre 3.8l. on 9/27/02 i had a hard starting and stalling problem, taken for service at gm dealer and fuel regulator was replaced. in august 2004 was notified of the recall and took vehicle back to gm dealer to assure the recalled part was not in the car. the dealer told us the car does run a little rough (noted on work order) but the correct regulator was in the vehicle don't worry about it. on october 10,2004 we started having trouble starting the car. on october 11 we made an appointment to take the vehicle in for service on october 18, 2004 to an independent service shop. on thursday october 14, 2004 and friday october 15, 2004 the car stalled once each day when moving in traffic at a very slow speed. on sunday october 17, 2004 while my wife was following me to drop the car off at the repair shop, the car again stalled. she put the car in neutral and restarted the car. when the car started it jumped forward and she struck the back of my truck. the repair shop found the fuel regulator to be leaking fuel into the vacuum hose and into the exhaust manifold. this was the part that according to the gm dealer was not part of the recall on august 11, 2004. the end result is there is $3000.00 damage to the lesabre, non to by truck. my back is slightly sore but of greater concern is the seat belt did not lock on the buick and my wife struck her chest on the steering wheel hard enough to have bruising in the outline of part of the steering wheel on her chest. in summary im concerned about the 1.) fuel regulator, 2.) the car jumping and 3.) the seat belt not locking.*ak | |||
| 11/03/2003 | 35657 | 1 | |
| Reimbursement request for 1998 buick lesabre recall.*mr the consumer received a recall letter for their vehicle july 2, 2004. recall #(04v090000 ) regarding fuel pressure regulators. the consumer believed that the repairs done on the vehicle was related to the recall. the consumer reported that when the vehicle was started a grinding noise was heard. dealer replaced starter assembly. *tc | |||
| 08/01/2002 | 3 | ||
| Engine backfiring on 1998 buick lesabre. *mr recall# 04v090000. the heater failed and the consumer was informed that a water pump was needed. the engine also died with less than 100k miles. the consumer requested reimbursement. *sc *jb | |||
| 05/27/2004 | 115527 | 1 | |
| Reimbursement request for intake manifold replacement.*mr the vehicle fuel regulator failed and caused the manifold to rupture. the consumer later received a recall notice and request reimbursement n the amount of $1438.06. the consumer only received reimbursement in the amount of $160.17 for the regulators. the consumer feels that since the regulators caused the manifold to rupture that the manufacturer should reimburse him for them as well. *nm | |||
| 06/15/2004 | 69000 | 1 | |
| Complaint regarding a repair invoice bucs38787. *mr the consumer stated that gm decided that burning a hole through the intake that was driven 69k miles was normal maintenance and was not eligible for any responsibility or adjustment by gm. *sc *jb | |||
| 08/01/2004 | 1 | ||
| Request for reimbursement regarding services performed on vehicle. *mr recall# 04v090000. the vehicle died at intersections and was slugglish due to a possible fuel problem. *sc (daughter on behalf of mother ruby tyner) the consumer had over $300.00 worth of repairs done beforer she received the recall notice. *jb | |||
| 08/01/2004 | 4 | ||
| Problems regarding a 1998 buick lesabre. *mr recall# 04v090000. the vehicle had been to the dealers three times. the fuel regulator was replaced. the vehicle died while the vehicle was in motion, the battery cable was loose and the pcm needed calibrating, and the starter was bad. *sc *jb | |||
| 08/01/2004 | 1 | ||
| Request for reimbursement for replacement of intake plenum. *mr due to a backfiring/misfiring problem. *sc there was a recall regarding the problem and the consumer is now requesting reimbursement. recall #(04v090000) *jb | |||
| 04/01/2004 | 85170 | 2 | |
| Recall regarding the intake manifold on the 1998 buick lesabre. *mr the engine overheated and was ruined due to the intake manifold problem. *sc the second time the consumer experienced problems with the vehicle it resulted in having to get a new engine which was due to the intake manifold problem. *jb | |||
| 07/05/2004 | 110000 | 2 | 03/15/2004 |
| The consumer received recall 04v090000. the engine light illuminated after starting the vehicle. the dealership was, notified, but did not resolve the problem because parts were not available. bob saks, 248-478-0500. *ak *sc | |||
| 01/22/2004 | 80000 | 1 | 11/18/1997 |
| After starting the vehicle, a fire started in the engine compartment. the consumer managed to exit the vehicle. *ak there was no warning light. the key was turned to start the engine when the backfire occurred. the service dealer used the old parts that were damaged to repair the vehicle. after the repair, the vehicle would not start. the vehicle needed a new engine from the fire. (the coolant had leaked into the cylinder and caused it to leak) recall#04v090000 the consumer requested reimbursement. *sc *jb | |||
| 04/13/2004 | 59000 | 1 | 04/04/2001 |
| The engine back fired and black smoke came out the tail pipe. the vehicle was towed to the dealership, who indicated that the upper and lower manifold broke. as a result, the tail pipe/ tension o-ring/thermostat, and gasket needed to be replaced due to water contamination. the engine had a mixture of water and oil in it. fuel regulator, coil, and speedometer wires also needed replacement. *ak the spark plugs were contaminated with antifreeze. the engine was contaminated with antifreeze and fuel. recall#04v090000 the upper intake manifold was broken and burned through and the fuel pressure regulator leaked gas. *sc *jb | |||
| 03/10/2004 | 67686 | 2 | |
| The consumer stated the vehicle failed to start. the vehicle was taken to an independent shop and the mechanic determined that the intake manifold cracked. *ak the problem was due to a faulty fuel pressure regulator. the consumers vin was not included the recall. *sc *jb | |||
| Above mentioned vehicle came into my auto repair shop with a very dangerous fuel leak that the customer was unaware of. the plastic beauty cover on top of the gm 3800 series ii engines made contact with the high pressure plastic fuel line going into fuel rail. due to high mileage of this car, line was damaged by the cover. since then, i have seen 2 other gm 3800's with the same cover-to-fuel line contact. the potential leak is extremely dangerous as the leaking plastic fuel line runs from the firewall area, over the right side exhaust manifold, into the fuel rail on top of the intake manifold. a simple inspection & pad between the fuel line and the sharp edge of the plastic cover would be a very cost-effective cure for a potentially serious situation. this inspection & repair should apply to all gm badges with the 3800 series ii engines. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||
| 09/01/1998 | 1 | 08/04/1998 | |
| After filling fuel tank and driving for approximately 80 to 100 miles, gas gauge will read that fuel tank is empty, and a warning light will come on instrument panel. dealership cannot determine a reason for this problem. *ak consumer states this has been a problem for three years and is requesting that someone fix the problem. *slc | |||
| 09/01/1998 | 1 | 01/01/1998 | |
| Fuel pump replaced. | |||
| 10/16/1998 | 1 | 12/31/1997 | |
| Fuel pump failed. nlm | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 07/01/2005 | 1 | 05/01/2001 | |
| Dt: the contact states that fuel supply line rusted and gasoline was leaking . the contact smelled gasoline for at least three weeks, but she put down a piece of cardboard under the car and she picked it up and smelled it. the mechanic said it was the fuel server and that the wires were rusted. the part to fix the vehicle was the fuel server located inside the gasoline tank.*ak | |||
| 06/14/2005 | 50324 | 1 | 09/05/1998 |
| Dt: the consumer smelled gas in vehicle for quite some time but always disregarded as another passing vehicle or something else. about 2 weeks ago, the consumer discovered there was gasoline near the rear of the vehicle along the right rear tire and muffler. the consumer drove home and checked to see if it was leaking again, there was no leak at first. later, within 20 minutes, 2 puddles formed from the gas leak. took napkin and wiped, underneath near fuel lines but did not find any moisture. was unable to determine as to where the leak originated from. called a local dealership about the problem, who said they were unable to get it in the shop right away, but did say it was unsafe to drive with leak. took vehicle to another dealer, who checked vehicle, and replaced a fuel sending unit, fuel tank, and fuel line. no leaks since the repairs. they informed consumer that the gas lines rusted and caused the leak. *ak | |||
| 06/19/2005 | 75683 | 1 | 03/29/2001 |
| On sunday, june 19, 2005 i noticed a puddle of gas under the rear-right side of my 1998 buick lesabre. on monday, june 20, 2005 i took the car to the vyletel buick dealer in sterling heights. they examined the car and informed me that the leak(s) were coming from cracks in the flexible fuel lines and these would have to be replaced. they did not have any explanation for what caused the cracks in these lines. the dealer also indicated that the sending unit in the tank would also need to be replaced since it's hard lines were excessively rusted and corroded and the new flexible lines would not be able to be secured. they also said that since this is all being done, the fuel pump should be replaced. the car is only 7 years old, and has been driven only 75, 600 miles under normal city driving conditions - no incidents of any damage anywhere on the car -including the undercarriage. so, it is completly unacceptable for this car to have cracked fuel lines - and all of the other related problems. this is a safty issue! the fuel leak was excessive and had i not noticed it, there is a high probability of a fire/explosion occuring. i spoke with a buick customer service representative about this and he said that they would not repair the car at their cost since the car was beyond warrantly and this was not a recall issue. i reluctantly authorized to have the repairs done so that i could have my car back. the total cost to me was $892.34. since the same type of parts (flexible fule lines, sending unit, fuel pump) have been used, i do not feel confident that the problem has been solved. thank you for reviewing this situation. | |||
| 07/23/2003 | 63122 | 1 | |
| Received recall notice after problem occurred. car backfire, caused intake manifold to crack causing problems. *bf recall number: 04v090000 *tc | |||
| 10/15/2004 | 100800 | 1 | 08/25/1997 |
| Correction to oid id#10096015 with report date 10/20/2004: the model year info for buick vin #1g4hp52k1wh401900 was incorrect. the correct model year is 1998. | |||
| 11/30/2002 | |||
| We preformed a o&c on a 1998 lasabre fire, very mild engine fire which originated at the fuel rail fuel inlet port and was caused by failure of the plastic connector fuel hose connector. owner was driving the vehicle, stated a load pop was noted, the vehicle stalled and a fire started. possible failure of the fuel pressure regulator or metarials problem with the connector and clip.noted mutiple complaints in nhtsa data base as well as an investagation. hope this helps. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | |||
| 12/13/2004 | 77827 | 100 | |
| Vehicle returned for inspection with regard to 04v090 12/13/04 complaints poor performance, fuel economy, hard starting, and use of dexcool anti-freeze since recall performed. decool anti-freeze entering the intake manifold of engine, and engine oiling system from failure or rupture of upper intake plenum near egr passage. anti-freeze has filled engine lifters causing noise/failure, filling combustion chamber causing hydro-locking of engine, could cause catastrophic failure of engine resulting in possible fire or accident. dealer refused to repair under 04v090 manifold over pressure condition stated replacement of upper & lower intake, lifter, plugs, oil, anti-freeze at a cost of $1,150 on vehicle that had 77,827 when the recall was done, and now has 80,407 mi. which is less then 3,000. this could very well have hydro-locked the engine at freeway speed,or caused catastrophic failure resulting in severe damage, injury, and possible fire from engine oil & fuel hitting the hot catalytic converter!*ak | |||
| 10/01/1998 | |||
| While driving at highway speeds for a period of time, the vehicle stalled unepxectedly which almost caused an accident. dealer indicated the problem was due to the fuel to leaking out which caused the valve to burn out and resulted in the vehicle stalling dealer had to reprogram the computer of the vehicle. please provide further details. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM - INJECTORS | |||
| 1 | 08/01/1998 | ||
| Vehicle stalled / engine caught on fire. mr. while driving, the vehicle stalled and then caught on fire. the fire department stated the fuel injectors may have been faulty. *jb | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| 11/18/1998 | 1 | 12/01/1997 | |
| Gas gauge failed. yh | |||
| 10/16/1998 | 1 | 12/31/1997 | |
| Fuel tank replaced. nlm | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | |||
| 09/01/1998 | 1 | 08/04/1998 | |
| After filling fuel tank and driving for approximately 80 to 100 miles, gas gauge will read that fuel tank is empty, and a warning light will come on instrument panel. dealership cannot determine a reason for this problem. *ak consumer states this has been a problem for three years and is requesting that someone fix the problem. *slc | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 06/23/2000 | |||
| When going down a steep hill and trying to brake vehicle shut off. also, enginecheck light came on as though vehicle has overheated. a bulletin was given to owner by a park ranger at mt. washington. the bulletin was about a problem with the inertia switch. please provide any further information.*ak | |||
| 1 | |||
| Flexible hose line from gas pump, next to the rear right wheel, was resting against the sharp metal edge of the heat shield which mounted above and in front of the muffler, design defect, possible failure due to chaffing. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | |||
| 02/07/2005 | 86500 | 1 | 09/13/2002 |
| Loss of coolant. the plastic intake plenum got a hole in it. this filled the engine with coolant thus causing the car to stall on the highway. i had the defective part replaced at a cost of 900 dollars. i still have the defective part. i'm retired, so this put a strain on our budget. thank you. *jb | |||
| 02/02/2003 | 67682 | 1 | |
| When starting the vehicle there was a loud bang. *nm campaign id number : 04v090000 when the consumer attemted to start the vehicle he heard a loud bang and saw smoke. the engine refused to start. the service manager told the consumer that the manifold was worn and needed to be replaced. the consumer would like to be reimbursed for 1435.31 the cost of the repair. *tc | |||
| 01/01/1901 | 82000 | 1 | |
| While attempting to start the vehicle in the garage consumer heard an explosion in the engine compartment. dealer informed the consumer that a faulty pressure regulator was the problem. *ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM | |||
| 10/16/1998 | 1 | 12/31/1997 | |
| Fuel gauge/sender failed. nlm | |||