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 - FUEL PUMP | ||||||||||||||||
| 12V459000 | General Motors LLC | V (Vehicle) | 40859 | MFR | General Motors LLC | 09/19/2012 | 09/19/2012 | |||||||||
| Defect Summary | General motors (gm) is recalling certain model year 2007 chevrolet equinox and pontiac torrent vehicles originally sold or currently registered in arizona, california, nevada, and texas; model year 2007 chevrolet cobalt, pontiac g5, and saturn ion vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, arizona, california, florida, nevada, or texas; model year 2008 chevrolet cobalt and pontiac g5 vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, arizona; and model year 2009 chevrolet cobalt and pontiac g5 vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, arkansas, arizona, california, nevada, oklahoma, or texas. some of these vehicles have a condition in which the plastic supply or return port on the fuel pump module may crack, which could cause a fuel leak. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Gm will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. the manufacturer has not provided a notification schedule. owners may contact general motors at 1-800-521-7300. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Gm's campaign number is 12190.this recall is an expansion of recall 09v-419.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| 09V419000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 04/01/2006 to 03/30/2007 | V (Vehicle) | 69139 | 02/04/2010 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/29/2009 | 10/29/2009 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | General motors is recalling certain model year 2006 chevrolet cobalt and saturn ion vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of arizona and nevada; and model year 2007 chevrolet cobalt, pontiac g5 and saturn ion vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of arizona, california, florida, nevada and texas. the plastic supply or return port on the modular reservoir assembly may crack. if either of these ports develops a crack, fuel will leak from the area. if the crack becomes large enough, fuel may be observed dripping onto the ground and vehicle performance may be affected. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the fuel pump module free of charge. a special coverage will be implemented in the same time frame for model year 2006 vehicles registered in alabama, arkansas, california, florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, north carolina, new mexico, oklahoma, south carolina, tennessee and texas and model year 2007 vehicles registered in: alabama, arkansas, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, north carolina, new mexico, oklahoma, south carolina and tennessee. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before february 4, 2010. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, saturn at 1-800-972-8876 and pontiac at 1-800-620-7668 or at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Gm recall no. 090226.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||||
| 060849018 | 09/01/2006 | 10020891 | Inaccurate fuel gauge readings, fuel gauge reads empty when ther is fuel in the tank, low fuel message displayed in dic, dtc p0461. *kb | 01/26/2007 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||||
| PI-0817 | 09/01/2012 | 10047261 | Chevrolet/pontiac/saturn: engine fails to start after engine cranks due to fuel pump wire harness connector needs replacing, without replacing fuel pump cover assembly (fuel pump flange). model 2007-2010 cobalt, g5, ion. *pe | 11/19/2012 | |
| SB-09275 | 01/01/2010 | 10033024 | Saturn/pontiac/chevrolet: special coverage adjustment; fuel odor or spotting on ground; replace fuel pump module. some vehicles may have a condition in which the plastic supply or return port on the modular reservoir assembly (mra) may c | 06/25/2010 | |
| 060604047 | 10/01/2006 | 060604047A | 10020888 | Ses light illuminated, dtc's p0171, p0300, p1133 set, reduced performance, hard start, intermittent lack of power. *kb | 01/26/2007 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP | |||||
| 3627 | 3627A | 10018624 | Fuel tank is slow to fill and/or dtc p0446 - inspect evap vent pipe. the ses lamp may be illuminated due to a p0466 dtc. *tt updated 08-15-07. *kb | 01/09/2006 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | |||||
| PIC-5671-C | 09/01/2012 | 10047360 | Chevrolet/pontiac: fuel tank cover assembly (nu6 emission package) can not be ordered thru dealership due to parts (25815572 and 25948766) being placed on retriction thru product quality center (pqc). models 2007-2010 cobalt, g5 and 200 | 11/26/2012 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||||
| SB-09275 | 01/01/2010 | 10033024 | Saturn/pontiac/chevrolet: special coverage adjustment; fuel odor or spotting on ground; replace fuel pump module. some vehicles may have a condition in which the plastic supply or return port on the modular reservoir assembly (mra) may c | 06/25/2010 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM | |||||
| 3876 | 3876A | 10020970 | Fuel gauge empty or low fuel indicator light - possible dtc p0461. *kb | 02/02/2007 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||||
| PIC-5671-C | 09/01/2012 | 10047360 | Chevrolet/pontiac: fuel tank cover assembly (nu6 emission package) can not be ordered thru dealership due to parts (25815572 and 25948766) being placed on retriction thru product quality center (pqc). models 2007-2010 cobalt, g5 and 200 | 11/26/2012 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
| 04/09/2012 | 82663 | ||
| The interior of the vehicle had a strong fuel odor. the chevrolet dealership diagnosed a leaking fuel module and had to replace the gas tank, fuel module, and fuel pipe. while this defect is known to occur on some 2007 cobalts, gm states that my vin number is not part of the current know defect. the leaking fuel module recall should be expanded to include all 2007 cobalts. | |||
| 02/24/2012 | 115000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while parked, the contact noticed an abnormal fuel odor. the vehicle would also hesitate to start. the vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic who advised that the fuel pump module would have to be replaced. the contac 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 115,000. kmj | |||
| 02/24/2012 | 115000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while parked the contact noticed a fuel odor. the vehicle would also hesitate to start. the vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic. the mechanic stated the fuel pump module would have to be replaced. 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 and stated the vin was not included in the recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 115,000. da | |||
| 04/13/2012 | 106900 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that after taking her vehicle in for routine maintenance, she was informed that the fuel tank was leaking. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was approximately 106,900. sm. | |||
| 03/01/2012 | 24900 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that there was an overpowering odor of gasoline fuel within the interior cabin of the vehicle, whether the vehicle was powered on or off. the contact called a local dealer inquiring of nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump), but was advised that the vehicle was not included in the recall campaign. the manufacturer was not contacted and the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 24,900 and the current mileage was 25,000. kmj | |||
| 04/13/2012 | 106900 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that after taking her vehicle in for regular service she was informed that he gas tank was leaking. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was approximately 106,900. tb | |||
| 03/01/2012 | 24900 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that there was a fuel smell in the cabin of the vehicle, when the vehicle was either on or off. the dealer was notified, but the nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump) recall did not associate the vin. the manufacturer was not contacted. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 24,900 and the current mileage was 25,000. nw | |||
| 04/13/2012 | 106900 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that after taking her vehicle in for regular service she was informed that he gas tank was leaking. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was approximately 106,900. tb | |||
| 03/01/2012 | 24900 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that there was a fuel smell in the cabin of the vehicle, when the vehicle was either on or off. the dealer was notified, but the nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump) recall did not associate the vin. the manufacturer was not contacted. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 24,900 and the current mileage was 25,000. nw | |||
| 04/09/2012 | 76136 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while traveling 30 mph, the contact noticed a smell of gasoline within the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the fuel pump was replaced. the current and failure mileages were 76,136. kmj | |||
| 04/06/2012 | 76136 | ||
| There was a strong odor of gas when driving the car, and it is very hard to start the car. the autoshop said there is a severe fuel leakage, and they found fuel leaking from the fuel tank, and the source of fuel leak was the fuel pump module. this could be very dangerous, and there was indeed a recall for the car model, however, it does not cover car registered in my state. i suggest they include this state, and reimburse my repair. | |||
| 03/01/2012 | 24900 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that there was a fuel smell in the cabin of the vehicle, when the vehicle was either on or off. the dealer was notified, but the nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump) recall did not associate the vin. the manufacturer was not contacted. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 24,900 and the current mileage was 25,000. nw | |||
| 04/09/2012 | 76136 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while traveling 30 mph, the contact noticed a smell of gasoline within the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the fuel pump was replaced. the current and failure mileages were 76,136. kmj | |||
| 04/06/2012 | 76136 | ||
| There was a strong odor of gas when driving the car, and it is very hard to start the car. the autoshop said there is a severe fuel leakage, and they found fuel leaking from the fuel tank, and the source of fuel leak was the fuel pump module. this could be very dangerous, and there was indeed a recall for the car model, however, it does not cover car registered in my state. i suggest they include this state, and reimburse my repair. | |||
| 04/09/2012 | 76136 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while traveling 30 mph the contact noticed a smell of gasoline coming from the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the fuel pump was replaced.the current and failure mileages were 76,136. bml | |||
| 04/06/2012 | 76136 | ||
| There was a strong odor of gas when driving the car, and it is very hard to start the car. the autoshop said there is a severe fuel leakage, and they found fuel leaking from the fuel tank, and the source of fuel leak was the fuel pump module. this could be very dangerous, and there was indeed a recall for the car model, however, it does not cover car registered in my state. i suggest they include this state, and reimburse my repair. | |||
| 04/09/2012 | 76136 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while traveling 30 mph the contact noticed a smell of gasoline coming from the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the fuel pump was replaced.the current and failure mileages were 76,136. bml | |||
| 04/06/2012 | 76136 | ||
| There was a strong odor of gas when driving the car, and it is very hard to start the car. the autoshop said there is a severe fuel leakage, and they found fuel leaking from the fuel tank, and the source of fuel leak was the fuel pump module. this could be very dangerous, and there was indeed a recall for the car model, however, it does not cover car registered in my state. i suggest they include this state, and reimburse my repair. | |||
| 04/10/2012 | 115419 | ||
| Fuel pump and lines are leaking . purchased car new in 2007 in mo.. was told it is not covered under recall notices #09v419000. | |||
| 05/30/2011 | 50000 | ||
| My husband and i purchased the vehicle in question in april 2007, at approx. 50,000 miles my car started to miss, then began to accelerate on its own and lunge as i was coming to a stop. we brought the car back to dealer where purchased, we were then sent on wild goose chase, first we were told it was a fuel pedal sensor, nxt they replaced the computer, followed by the wiring harrness, this however, did not fix the problem, we took it back for a fourth time and the ended up rebuilding the head on the motor, car has not ran correctly ever since. we tried to file a lemon law claim but needed four reciepts to prove warrenty work, we had three and after the fourth when picked up car the dealer would not release fourth, that was a year ago. my car now has 88,000 miles on it, it is begining to idle rough again and when i put fuel in it, the car does not want to start, at first it will not do anything, and then it will try to turn over but will not start i then have to slam the fuel to it in order to get it started, once it starts it will idle rough and i have to keep giving it fuel in order for the idle to smooth. this is the worst vehicle i have ever owned, i will be hard pressed to ever buy another chevy!!!!!!! | |||
| 12/09/2011 | 96000 | ||
| The vehicle was brought in for a recall to replace fuel module for fuel odor? well the module was replaced with the new module kit(3.107). before this replacement we had no problems with the car and fuel odor/fuel gauge. now that we had the recall down there is a strong fuel odor and the gas gauge will read full at times and when the car is shut off and turned back on after driver .7 miles the gauge will say its only got a 1/4 tank of gas and we switch the car on and off a few times and it will finally go back to full but after driving it about 3 miles the gauge will go back down to a 1/4 tank and we have to stop and cycle the key on and off at least 4 times for it to give a somewhat accurate reading but after driving a couple miles the gauge will go to empty. even when the tank is empty the gauge will say theres a half tank of gas, i have even got stuck multiple times thinking there was gas in the car. anyway point being that this module kit 3.107 gave me all the symptoms of why it was being recalled and messed up my fuel gauge and the dealer refuses to fix it as warranty so because the fuel gauge isnt part of the recall. so i further investigated on multiple online forums and it seems everyone that gets this recall down has had major problems with the fuel gauge and a fuel odor they didnt have before the recall. so im hoping the nhtsa will further investigate this issue, this could be a huge saftey issue running out of gas in the middle of the road/highway/dark long dirt roads with no gas stations for miles. so please read this and check your cobalt by cycling the ignition and you will see after module replacement the fuel gauge is erratic/gas odor is now present. chevys cheap recall is just not cutting it and they need to look into recalling the fuel level sensor with the module cause this problem seems like it happens to every cobalt i have seen with this recall. | |||
| 03/01/2012 | 61000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt super sport. the contact stated the smell of fuel emitted from outside of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was confirmed that there was a crack in the fuel line. the manufacturer was contacted and advised that the vin failed to qualify for repairs under nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 61,000 and the current mileage was 61,100. kmj | |||
| 05/30/2011 | 50000 | ||
| My husband and i purchased the vehicle in question in april 2007, at approx. 50,000 miles my car started to miss, then began to accelerate on its own and lunge as i was coming to a stop. we brought the car back to dealer where purchased, we were then sent on wild goose chase, first we were told it was a fuel pedal sensor, nxt they replaced the computer, followed by the wiring harrness, this however, did not fix the problem, we took it back for a fourth time and the ended up rebuilding the head on the motor, car has not ran correctly ever since. we tried to file a lemon law claim but needed four reciepts to prove warrenty work, we had three and after the fourth when picked up car the dealer would not release fourth, that was a year ago. my car now has 88,000 miles on it, it is begining to idle rough again and when i put fuel in it, the car does not want to start, at first it will not do anything, and then it will try to turn over but will not start i then have to slam the fuel to it in order to get it started, once it starts it will idle rough and i have to keep giving it fuel in order for the idle to smooth. this is the worst vehicle i have ever owned, i will be hard pressed to ever buy another chevy!!!!!!! | |||
| 12/09/2011 | 96000 | ||
| The vehicle was brought in for a recall to replace fuel module for fuel odor? well the module was replaced with the new module kit(3.107). before this replacement we had no problems with the car and fuel odor/fuel gauge. now that we had the recall down there is a strong fuel odor and the gas gauge will read full at times and when the car is shut off and turned back on after driver .7 miles the gauge will say its only got a 1/4 tank of gas and we switch the car on and off a few times and it will finally go back to full but after driving it about 3 miles the gauge will go back down to a 1/4 tank and we have to stop and cycle the key on and off at least 4 times for it to give a somewhat accurate reading but after driving a couple miles the gauge will go to empty. even when the tank is empty the gauge will say theres a half tank of gas, i have even got stuck multiple times thinking there was gas in the car. anyway point being that this module kit 3.107 gave me all the symptoms of why it was being recalled and messed up my fuel gauge and the dealer refuses to fix it as warranty so because the fuel gauge isnt part of the recall. so i further investigated on multiple online forums and it seems everyone that gets this recall down has had major problems with the fuel gauge and a fuel odor they didnt have before the recall. so im hoping the nhtsa will further investigate this issue, this could be a huge saftey issue running out of gas in the middle of the road/highway/dark long dirt roads with no gas stations for miles. so please read this and check your cobalt by cycling the ignition and you will see after module replacement the fuel gauge is erratic/gas odor is now present. chevys cheap recall is just not cutting it and they need to look into recalling the fuel level sensor with the module cause this problem seems like it happens to every cobalt i have seen with this recall. | |||
| 03/01/2012 | 61000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt super sport. the contact stated the smell of fuel emitted from outside of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic. the mechanic confirmed there was a crack in the fuel line. the manufacturer was contacted and they confirmed the vin failed to qualify for a recall under nhtsa campaign id number : 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 61,000 and the current mileage was 61,100 . rds | |||
| 12/09/2011 | 96000 | ||
| The vehicle was brought in for a recall to replace fuel module for fuel odor? well the module was replaced with the new module kit(3.107). before this replacement we had no problems with the car and fuel odor/fuel gauge. now that we had the recall down there is a strong fuel odor and the gas gauge will read full at times and when the car is shut off and turned back on after driver .7 miles the gauge will say its only got a 1/4 tank of gas and we switch the car on and off a few times and it will finally go back to full but after driving it about 3 miles the gauge will go back down to a 1/4 tank and we have to stop and cycle the key on and off at least 4 times for it to give a somewhat accurate reading but after driving a couple miles the gauge will go to empty. even when the tank is empty the gauge will say theres a half tank of gas, i have even got stuck multiple times thinking there was gas in the car. anyway point being that this module kit 3.107 gave me all the symptoms of why it was being recalled and messed up my fuel gauge and the dealer refuses to fix it as warranty so because the fuel gauge isnt part of the recall. so i further investigated on multiple online forums and it seems everyone that gets this recall down has had major problems with the fuel gauge and a fuel odor they didnt have before the recall. so im hoping the nhtsa will further investigate this issue, this could be a huge saftey issue running out of gas in the middle of the road/highway/dark long dirt roads with no gas stations for miles. so please read this and check your cobalt by cycling the ignition and you will see after module replacement the fuel gauge is erratic/gas odor is now present. chevys cheap recall is just not cutting it and they need to look into recalling the fuel level sensor with the module cause this problem seems like it happens to every cobalt i have seen with this recall. | |||
| 11/23/2011 | 110000 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. the contact mentioned that after inspecting the vehicle he noticed that fuel was leaking out of the fuel tank. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who advised that they would contact him at a later date. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was 110,000 and the current mileage was 116,000. kmj | |||
| 12/09/2011 | 96000 | ||
| The vehicle was brought in for a recall to replace fuel module for fuel odor? well the module was replaced with the new module kit(3.107). before this replacement we had no problems with the car and fuel odor/fuel gauge. now that we had the recall down there is a strong fuel odor and the gas gauge will read full at times and when the car is shut off and turned back on after driver .7 miles the gauge will say its only got a 1/4 tank of gas and we switch the car on and off a few times and it will finally go back to full but after driving it about 3 miles the gauge will go back down to a 1/4 tank and we have to stop and cycle the key on and off at least 4 times for it to give a somewhat accurate reading but after driving a couple miles the gauge will go to empty. even when the tank is empty the gauge will say theres a half tank of gas, i have even got stuck multiple times thinking there was gas in the car. anyway point being that this module kit 3.107 gave me all the symptoms of why it was being recalled and messed up my fuel gauge and the dealer refuses to fix it as warranty so because the fuel gauge isnt part of the recall. so i further investigated on multiple online forums and it seems everyone that gets this recall down has had major problems with the fuel gauge and a fuel odor they didnt have before the recall. so im hoping the nhtsa will further investigate this issue, this could be a huge saftey issue running out of gas in the middle of the road/highway/dark long dirt roads with no gas stations for miles. so please read this and check your cobalt by cycling the ignition and you will see after module replacement the fuel gauge is erratic/gas odor is now present. chevys cheap recall is just not cutting it and they need to look into recalling the fuel level sensor with the module cause this problem seems like it happens to every cobalt i have seen with this recall. | |||
| 11/23/2011 | 110000 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. the contact mentioned that after inspecting the vehicle he noticed that fuel was leaking out of the fuel tank. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who advised that they would contact him at a later date. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was 110,000 and the current mileage was 116,000. kmj | |||
| 11/23/2011 | 110000 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. the contact mentioned that after inspecting the vehicle he noticed that fuel was leaking out of the fuel tank. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who stated that they would contact him at a later date. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was 110,000 and current mileage was 116,000. pm | |||
| 01/13/2012 | |||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that there was an overpowering odor of gasoline within the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was told that the modular reservoir assembly to the fuel pump was fractured and would have to be replaced. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline: delivery: but was advised by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not included in the recall. the failure mileage was unknown, but the current mileage was 100,000. | |||
| 01/13/2012 | |||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that there was an overpowering odor of gasoline within the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was told that the modular reservoir assembly to the fuel pump was fractured and would have to be replaced. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline: delivery: but was advised by the manufacturer that the vehicle was not included in the recall. the failure mileage was unknown, but the current mileage was 100,000. kmj | |||
| 01/13/2012 | |||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated the vehicle started smelling of gasoline. the vehicle was taken to the dealer were they were told the modular reservoir assembly to the fuel pump broke and would have to be replaced. there is a nhtsa recall campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump recall for this failure, but the manufacturer stated the contacts vehicle was notincluded. the failure mileage was unknown, but the current mileage was 100,000.rl | |||
| 11/28/2010 | 49000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt lt. while parked, the contact smelled a strong odor of fuel outside of the vehicle. there was no fuel leakage visible on the ground. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed the fuel tank would need to be removed in order to determine the cause of failure. there was recall related to the defect under nhtsa campaign id number 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump); however the vin was not included. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the continuous problem. the approximate failure mileage was 49,000. the vin was not available. js | |||
| 12/01/2011 | |||
| Our 2007 cobalt ls is experiencing the exact below fuel system issue, but is not included as part of the recall due to where it was sold or registered is not in the states listed. the gas smell/fumes and visible leak when parked at an incline are extreme. we are terrified to drive it for fear it will explode or catch fire. it was purchased used in mid-2010 from a dealer who will not even look at it without charging a significant fee, let alone the cost of replacing whatever it is that needs replaced. note - this vehicle is registered and titled in my mother-in-laws name. summary = general motors is recalling certain model year 2006 chevrolet cobalt and saturn ion vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of arizona and nevada; and model year 2007 chevrolet cobalt, pontiac g5 and saturn ion vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of arizona, california, florida, nevada and texas. the plastic supply or return port on the modular reservoir assembly may crack. if either of these ports develops a crack, fuel will leak from the area. if the crack becomes large enough, fuel may be observed dripping onto the ground and vehicle performance may be affected. | |||
| 11/08/2011 | |||
| I have a fuel leak in the upper part of my gas tank | |||
| 12/01/2011 | |||
| Our 2007 cobalt ls is experiencing the exact below fuel system issue, but is not included as part of the recall due to where it was sold or registered is not in the states listed. the gas smell/fumes and visible leak when parked at an incline are extreme. we are terrified to drive it for fear it will explode or catch fire. it was purchased used in mid-2010 from a dealer who will not even look at it without charging a significant fee, let alone the cost of replacing whatever it is that needs replaced. note - this vehicle is registered and titled in my mother-in-laws name. summary = general motors is recalling certain model year 2006 chevrolet cobalt and saturn ion vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of arizona and nevada; and model year 2007 chevrolet cobalt, pontiac g5 and saturn ion vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of arizona, california, florida, nevada and texas. the plastic supply or return port on the modular reservoir assembly may crack. if either of these ports develops a crack, fuel will leak from the area. if the crack becomes large enough, fuel may be observed dripping onto the ground and vehicle performance may be affected. | |||
| 11/08/2011 | |||
| I have a fuel leak in the upper part of my gas tank | |||
| 12/01/2011 | |||
| Our 2007 cobalt ls is experiencing the exact below fuel system issue, but is not included as part of the recall due to where it was sold or registered is not in the states listed. the gas smell/fumes and visible leak when parked at an incline are extreme. we are terrified to drive it for fear it will explode or catch fire. it was purchased used in mid-2010 from a dealer who will not even look at it without charging a significant fee, let alone the cost of replacing whatever it is that needs replaced. note - this vehicle is registered and titled in my mother-in-laws name. summary = general motors is recalling certain model year 2006 chevrolet cobalt and saturn ion vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of arizona and nevada; and model year 2007 chevrolet cobalt, pontiac g5 and saturn ion vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of arizona, california, florida, nevada and texas. the plastic supply or return port on the modular reservoir assembly may crack. if either of these ports develops a crack, fuel will leak from the area. if the crack becomes large enough, fuel may be observed dripping onto the ground and vehicle performance may be affected. | |||
| 11/08/2011 | |||
| I have a fuel leak in the upper part of my gas tank | |||
| 11/01/2011 | 160000 | ||
| I started to smell gas when the car was parked in the garage and it is getting worse. the vin is within the range of gm's recall notice number 09226, but when i called gm customer service line it does not fall within the exact vin, even though it is exactly the same defect impacting the other vehicles that qualify for the recall. this is a safety issue and it is costing approximately $600 to $700 to fix. that is about 20- 30 percent of the total value of the vehicle. this could cause a fire and gm knows this isuse. they did provide me with a claim or complaint number. they need to include this in the recall before it is too late. | |||
| 11/02/2011 | 77740 | ||
| Started smelling gas. checked fuel system. found gas leaking from top of fuel cell where plastic lines enter tank. googled problem....found many, many reports of same problem. gm has issued a recall on this vehicle, but only for those sold or registered in arizona and nevada. i live in virginia. contacted gm...was informed my vehicle was not elligible for the recall because i was not in either of those states. my vehicle has 77,740 miles on it. this is a safety issue and should be taken care of by gm no matter where the vehicle is registered. | |||
| 11/01/2011 | 160000 | ||
| I started to smell gas when the car was parked in the garage and it is getting worse. the vin is within the range of gm's recall notice number 09226, but when i called gm customer service line it does not fall within the exact vin, even though it is exactly the same defect impacting the other vehicles that qualify for the recall. this is a safety issue and it is costing approximately $600 to $700 to fix. that is about 20- 30 percent of the total value of the vehicle. this could cause a fire and gm knows this isuse. they did provide me with a claim or complaint number. they need to include this in the recall before it is too late. | |||
| 11/02/2011 | 77740 | ||
| Started smelling gas. checked fuel system. found gas leaking from top of fuel cell where plastic lines enter tank. googled problem....found many, many reports of same problem. gm has issued a recall on this vehicle, but only for those sold or registered in arizona and nevada. i live in virginia. contacted gm...was informed my vehicle was not elligible for the recall because i was not in either of those states. my vehicle has 77,740 miles on it. this is a safety issue and should be taken care of by gm no matter where the vehicle is registered. | |||
| 05/01/2011 | 81000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the vehicle would hesitate to start. also, the vehicle would lunge forward when driving at any speed and the steering wheel would become stiff when attempting a turn. a local mechanic diagnosed that the fuel injector was defective. neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 81,000 and the current mileage was 92,600. | |||
| 05/01/2011 | 81000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the vehicle would hesitate to start. also, the vehicle would lunge forward when driving at any speed and the steering wheel would become stiff when attempting a turn. a local mechanic diagnosed that the fuel injector was defective. neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 81,000 and the current mileage was 92,600. kmj | |||
| 05/01/2011 | 81000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the vehicle would hesitate when attempting to turn on the vehicle. also, while driving the vehicle would lunge forward at any speed and the steering wheel would react stiff when attempting to turn the wheel. a local mechanic diagnosed that the fuel injector was defective. neither dealer nor manufacturer were notified of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 81,000 and the current mileage was 92,600. nw | |||
| 09/03/2011 | 13000 | ||
| There is a recall issued for a faulty fuel pump on 2007 chevrolet cobalts but it did not include my vin number. i smelled gasoline both inside and outside the car. i looked online and found the following website showing many people are having the same problem. http://www.aboutautomobile.com/complaint/2007/chevrolet/cobalt/fuel+system i saw that people had reported fires and i did not feel safe driving the car. i had it fixed at the place i bought it because it was close to home, it was a chevrolet dealer but is no longer and is now an acdelco repair center. it cost me $615.86 to get the faulty fuel pump repaired and i was told that my problem was the exact same problem as the problem in the cars included in the recall. i have called chevrolet many times and have sent them my receipts but they do not return my calls. i do have an open case number with them but have had no success in receiving reimbursement. | |||
| 09/06/2011 | 56630 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that a strong odor of fuel was emitted from the exterior of the vehicle. there was no fuel leak visible. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that there was a crack in the fuel tank. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump); and planned to notify the dealer regarding the vehicle eligibility. the manufacturer was made aware of the problem. the contact was awaiting repairs to the vehicle. the approximate failure mileage was 56,630. | |||
| 09/03/2011 | 13000 | ||
| There is a recall issued for a faulty fuel pump on 2007 chevrolet cobalts but it did not include my vin number. i smelled gasoline both inside and outside the car. i looked online and found the following website showing many people are having the same problem. http://www.aboutautomobile.com/complaint/2007/chevrolet/cobalt/fuel+system i saw that people had reported fires and i did not feel safe driving the car. i had it fixed at the place i bought it because it was close to home, it was a chevrolet dealer but is no longer and is now an acdelco repair center. it cost me $615.86 to get the faulty fuel pump repaired and i was told that my problem was the exact same problem as the problem in the cars included in the recall. i have called chevrolet many times and have sent them my receipts but they do not return my calls. i do have an open case number with them but have had no success in receiving reimbursement. | |||
| 09/06/2011 | 56630 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that a strong odor of fuel was emitted from the exterior of the vehicle. there was no fuel leak visible. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that there was a crack in the fuel tank. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump); and planned to notify the dealer regarding the vehicle eligibility. the manufacturer was made aware of the problem. the contact was awaiting repairs to the vehicle. the approximate failure mileage was 56,630. kmj | |||
| 09/03/2011 | 13000 | ||
| There is a recall issued for a faulty fuel pump on 2007 chevrolet cobalts but it did not include my vin number. i smelled gasoline both inside and outside the car. i looked online and found the following website showing many people are having the same problem. http://www.aboutautomobile.com/complaint/2007/chevrolet/cobalt/fuel+system i saw that people had reported fires and i did not feel safe driving the car. i had it fixed at the place i bought it because it was close to home, it was a chevrolet dealer but is no longer and is now an acdelco repair center. it cost me $615.86 to get the faulty fuel pump repaired and i was told that my problem was the exact same problem as the problem in the cars included in the recall. i have called chevrolet many times and have sent them my receipts but they do not return my calls. i do have an open case number with them but have had no success in receiving reimbursement. | |||
| 09/06/2011 | 56630 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that a strong odor of fuel was emitted from the exterior of the vehicle. there was no fuel leak visible. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that there was a crack in the fuel tank. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump); and planned to notify the dealer regarding the vehicle eligibility. the manufacturer was made aware of the problem. the contact was awaiting repairs to the vehicle. the approximate failure mileage was 56,630. kmj | |||
| 09/03/2011 | 13000 | ||
| There is a recall issued for a faulty fuel pump on 2007 chevrolet cobalts but it did not include my vin number. i smelled gasoline both inside and outside the car. i looked online and found the following website showing many people are having the same problem. http://www.aboutautomobile.com/complaint/2007/chevrolet/cobalt/fuel+system i saw that people had reported fires and i did not feel safe driving the car. i had it fixed at the place i bought it because it was close to home, it was a chevrolet dealer but is no longer and is now an acdelco repair center. it cost me $615.86 to get the faulty fuel pump repaired and i was told that my problem was the exact same problem as the problem in the cars included in the recall. i have called chevrolet many times and have sent them my receipts but they do not return my calls. i do have an open case number with them but have had no success in receiving reimbursement. | |||
| 09/06/2011 | 56630 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated while the vehicle was parked in the garage, the contact smelled a strong odor of fuel. there was no fuel leakage visible. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated the fuel tank exhibited a crack. the vehicle was currently being repaired. the contact discovered a recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump); and planned to notify the dealer regarding the vehicle | |||
| 08/31/2011 | 69144 | ||
| It's my mother inlaws car she started smelling strong gas smell inside the car and outside the car and gas leaks on the ground while it is running i looked to see where it was coming from because i am a mechanic it's leaking from the plastic fuel lines on top the gas tank they're cracked and leaking gas the fummes are strong i aslo notice online that they had a recall on the fuel lines cracking on 2006 and 2007 cobalt but i guess it doesn't cover virginia i don't know but it seems like we are not the only ones with this problem but i would for it to get fixed its a fire hazzard if the other states covered the recall for free then they should cover the other states complaints because it did get very hot and dry this summer and that's what they say causes them to crack something should be done about this problem it's not safe for the enviroment having 2007 vehicles leaking gas due to manufactures parts it's not our fault the lines crack it's the manufactures who built or made the cheap plastic lines my kids and her other grand kids ride in this vehicle it's her only means of transportation she bought hopeing it would be reliable thanks for listening | |||
| 10/17/2011 | 83207 | ||
| Experienced strong fuel odor in and around vehicle after driving. contacted dealer service department and scheduled appt to have vehicle inspected and repaired. owner researched the issue and found vehicle recall 09226a. when vehicle went in for service, owner was advised by service rep that recall was not for the vehicle and charges would apply. vin indicates it was in the vin breakpoints but vehicle was not associated with any of the states identified (arizona, california, florida, nevada, and texas). appears the gm and/or the service departments have misinterpreted the recall to mean both the vin breakpoints and the affected states have to be valid for the recall to apply. repair was done under warrenty. owner never received recall notice which should have been sent to all vehicle owners with vins within the breakpoints with no consideration given to a particular state. | |||
| 10/03/2011 | 78000 | ||
| The odor of gasoline around the vehicle after it has been driven. the dealership says there is a fuel system problem and there is a recall on them, however my vin is not under the recall list and i will have to pay out of pocket for it. the issues that are under the current recall for this car are what is wrong with my car, yet my car is not under the recall list. | |||
| 10/17/2011 | 83207 | ||
| Experienced strong fuel odor in and around vehicle after driving. contacted dealer service department and scheduled appt to have vehicle inspected and repaired. owner researched the issue and found vehicle recall 09226a. when vehicle went in for service, owner was advised by service rep that recall was not for the vehicle and charges would apply. vin indicates it was in the vin breakpoints but vehicle was not associated with any of the states identified (arizona, california, florida, nevada, and texas). appears the gm and/or the service departments have misinterpreted the recall to mean both the vin breakpoints and the affected states have to be valid for the recall to apply. repair was done under warrenty. owner never received recall notice which should have been sent to all vehicle owners with vins within the breakpoints with no consideration given to a particular state. | |||
| 10/03/2011 | 78000 | ||
| The odor of gasoline around the vehicle after it has been driven. the dealership says there is a fuel system problem and there is a recall on them, however my vin is not under the recall list and i will have to pay out of pocket for it. the issues that are under the current recall for this car are what is wrong with my car, yet my car is not under the recall list. | |||
| 10/17/2011 | 83207 | ||
| Experienced strong fuel odor in and around vehicle after driving. contacted dealer service department and scheduled appt to have vehicle inspected and repaired. owner researched the issue and found vehicle recall 09226a. when vehicle went in for service, owner was advised by service rep that recall was not for the vehicle and charges would apply. vin indicates it was in the vin breakpoints but vehicle was not associated with any of the states identified (arizona, california, florida, nevada, and texas). appears the gm and/or the service departments have misinterpreted the recall to mean both the vin breakpoints and the affected states have to be valid for the recall to apply. repair was done under warrenty. owner never received recall notice which should have been sent to all vehicle owners with vins within the breakpoints with no consideration given to a particular state. | |||
| 10/03/2011 | 78000 | ||
| The odor of gasoline around the vehicle after it has been driven. the dealership says there is a fuel system problem and there is a recall on them, however my vin is not under the recall list and i will have to pay out of pocket for it. the issues that are under the current recall for this car are what is wrong with my car, yet my car is not under the recall list. | |||
| 10/07/2011 | 112000 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the vehicle had a fuel leak that would spill fuels under the passenger compartment. the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who verified the failure and diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 112,000. kmj | |||
| 09/28/2011 | 94500 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt ls. the contact stated that the vehicle emitted the smell of fuel from the interior and exterior of the vehicle. the contact also mentioned that the vehicle failed to start properly at times. the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where the mechanic suggested that the fuel pump could possibly need replacement. the manufacturer was contacted and they confirmed that the vin did not qualify for repairs under nhtsa campaign id number:09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 94,500 and the current mileage was 94,642. kmj | |||
| 10/07/2011 | 112000 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the vehicle had a fuel leak that would spill fuels under the passenger compartment. the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who verified the failure and diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 112,000. kmj | |||
| 09/28/2011 | 94500 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt ls. the contact stated that the vehicle emitted the smell of fuel from the interior and exterior of the vehicle. the contact also mentioned that the vehicle failed to start properly at times. the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where the mechanic suggested that the fuel pump could possibly need replacement. the manufacturer was contacted and they confirmed that the vin did not qualify for repairs under nhtsa campaign id number:09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 94,500 and the current mileage was 94,642. kmj | |||
| 10/07/2011 | 112000 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the vehicle had a fuel leak that would spill fuels under the passenger compartment. the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who verified the failure and diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 112,000. kmj | |||
| 09/28/2011 | 94500 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt ls. the contact stated the vehicle emitted the smell of fuel on the inside and outside of the vehicle. the contact also mentioned the vehicle failed start properly at times. the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic and the mechanic suggested the fuel pump may need replacement. the manufacturer was contacted and they confirmed the vin did not qualify with recall under nhtsa campaign id number:09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 94,500 and the current mileage was 94,642. rds | |||
| 10/07/2011 | 112000 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the vehicle had a fuel leak that spray fuels into underneath the passenger compartment. the vehicle was taken to a local shop who verified the failure and diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offered any assistance since the vehicle was not included on recall nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000 (component: fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 112,000. pm | |||
| 09/28/2011 | 94500 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt ls. the contact stated the vehicle emitted the smell of fuel on the inside and outside of the vehicle. the contact also mentioned the vehicle failed start properly at times. the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic and the mechanic suggested the fuel pump may need replacement. the manufacturer was contacted and they confirmed the vin did not qualify with recall under nhtsa campaign id number:09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 94,500 and the current mileage was 94,642. rds | |||
| 06/11/2011 | 24866 | ||
| 24,866 mile fuel tank defect. crack in the tank close to the filler neck. no impact , no collision. supplier defect. | |||
| 09/26/2011 | 51174 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated there was a fuel leak in the fuel tank and gasoline fumes coming from the inside of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated there were no recalls and they did not see any fuel leaks. the manufacturer was notified and stated the mechanic also did not see any fuel leak and offered no other assistance. the failure mileage was 51,174. | |||
| 09/26/2011 | 51174 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated there was a fuel leak in the fuel tank and gasoline fumes coming from the inside of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated there were no recalls and they did not see any fuel leaks. the manufacturer was notified and stated the mechanic also did not see any fuel leak and offered no other assistance. the failure mileage was 51,174. rvk | |||
| 09/22/2011 | 57000 | ||
| Fuel pump started leaking fuel. | |||
| 07/06/2011 | 42000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that while driving 50 mph, fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a local shop who diagnosed that the plastic supply fuel module in the fuel tank cracked, causing a leakage. as a result, the fuel pump needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. the vehicle was repaired. the failure mileage was 42,000 and the current mileage was 44,000. | |||
| 09/22/2011 | 57000 | ||
| Fuel pump started leaking fuel. | |||
| 07/06/2011 | 42000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that while driving 50 mph, fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a local shop who diagnosed that the plastic supply fuel module in the fuel tank cracked, causing a leakage. as a result, the fuel pump needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. the vehicle was repaired. the failure mileage was 42,000 and the current mileage was 44,000. | |||
| 09/22/2011 | 57000 | ||
| Fuel pump started leaking fuel. | |||
| 07/06/2011 | 42000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that while driving 50 mph, fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a local shop who diagnosed that the plastic supply fuel module in the fuel tank cracked, causing a leakage. as a result, the fuel pump needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. the vehicle was repaired. the failure mileage was 42,000 and the current mileage was 44,000. | |||
| 07/06/2011 | 42000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that while driving 50 mph, fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a local shop who diagnosed that the plastic supply fuel module in the fuel tank cracked, causing a leakage. as a result, the fuel pump needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. the vehicle was repaired. the failure mileage was 42,000 and the current mileage was 44,000. kmj | |||
| 08/17/2011 | 104000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the fuel pump was defective and needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 104,000. kmj | |||
| 08/17/2011 | 104000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the fuel pump was defective and needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offered any assistance since the vehicle was not included on recall nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000 (component: fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 104,000. pm | |||
| 07/30/2011 | 55000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while the vehicle was parked the contact smelled a strong fuel odor in the exterior of the vehicle. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. 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 and informed the contact they were unable to verify if the vin was included in the recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 55,000. rvk | |||
| 07/30/2011 | 55000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while parked the contact noticed a strong fuel odor from the exterior of the vehicle. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics. 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 and informed the contact they were unable to verify in the vin was included in the recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 55,000. ds | |||
| 07/27/2011 | 62000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated the fuel is leaking from the top of the fuel tank. the contact notice the leak by the smell of fuel inside the vehicle. the contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic to confirm the fuel leak. the contact had not repaired the fuel leak but notice a nhtsa campaign i.d. number 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). the contact called the manufacturer regarding the recall and the manufacturer informed the contact the vin was not included in the recall. the contact stated the vehicle could result in a fire. the failure mileage as 62,000. jo | |||
| 08/02/2011 | 17500 | ||
| Fuel leak around the top of fuel tank. strong fuel smell in garage could have caught house on fire if ignited by a spark or other source. | |||
| 07/30/2011 | 55000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while parked the contact noticed a strong fuel odor from the exterior of the vehicle. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics. 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 and informed the contact they were unable to verify in the vin was included in the recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 55,000. ds | |||
| 07/27/2011 | 62000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated the fuel is leaking from the top of the fuel tank. the contact notice the leak by the smell of fuel inside the vehicle. the contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic to confirm the fuel leak. the contact had not repaired the fuel leak but notice a nhtsa campaign i.d. number 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). the contact called the manufacturer regarding the recall and the manufacturer informed the contact the vin was not included in the recall. the contact stated the vehicle could result in a fire. the failure mileage as 62,000. jo | |||
| 08/02/2011 | 17500 | ||
| Fuel leak around the top of fuel tank. strong fuel smell in garage could have caught house on fire if ignited by a spark or other source. | |||
| 07/30/2011 | 55000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while parked the contact noticed a strong fuel odor from the exterior of the vehicle. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics. 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 and informed the contact they were unable to verify in the vin was included in the recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 55,000. ds | |||
| 07/27/2011 | 62000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated the fuel is leaking from the top of the fuel tank. the contact notice the leak by the smell of fuel inside the vehicle. the contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic to confirm the fuel leak. the contact had not repaired the fuel leak but notice a nhtsa campaign i.d. number 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). the contact called the manufacturer regarding the recall and the manufacturer informed the contact the vin was not included in the recall. the contact stated the vehicle could result in a fire. the failure mileage as 62,000. jo | |||
| 08/02/2011 | 17500 | ||
| Fuel leak around the top of fuel tank. strong fuel smell in garage could have caught house on fire if ignited by a spark or other source. | |||
| 07/27/2011 | 62000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated the fuel is leaking from the top of the fuel tank. the contact notice the leak by the smell of fuel inside the vehicle. the contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic to confirm the fuel leak. the contact had not repaired the fuel leak but notice a nhtsa campaign i.d. number 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). the contact called the manufacturer regarding the recall and the manufacturer informed the contact the vin was not included in the recall. the contact stated the vehicle could result in a fire. the failure mileage as 62,000. jo | |||
| 08/02/2011 | 17500 | ||
| Fuel leak around the top of fuel tank. strong fuel smell in garage could have caught house on fire if ignited by a spark or other source. | |||
| 07/03/2011 | 21000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated there was a strong odor of fuel inside and outside of the vehicle at any given time. the vehicle exhibited no fuel leakage. there was recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump). although the contact experienced the similar defect as mentioned in the recall, the vehicle was ineligible for the recall repair as a result to not being currently registered or sold in the states indicated within the recall defect. the manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 21,000. js | |||
| 07/10/2011 | 82000 | ||
| Strong smell of gas when im driving the car in and outside.the car has trouble starting,i had it checked and was told there was a fuel leak.called gm and was told even though their was a special coverage for my state they would not fix the leak.this is a dangerous leak due to a faulty plastic part.i hope my family doesnt die from inhaling fumes or blow up.kinda makes you think its another pinto exploding gas tank deal.i guess they wont do anything until someone dies.i have had many problems with this car starting a week after i bought it new.knocking when the engine starts,using oil now,airbags not working ,small electrical things keep going wrong.when i take it in im told they cant reproduce the problems. | |||
| 07/09/2011 | 82500 | ||
| Fuel leak around the top of fuel tank. fuel smell.... | |||
| 07/10/2011 | 82000 | ||
| Strong smell of gas when im driving the car in and outside.the car has trouble starting,i had it checked and was told there was a fuel leak.called gm and was told even though their was a special coverage for my state they would not fix the leak.this is a dangerous leak due to a faulty plastic part.i hope my family doesnt die from inhaling fumes or blow up.kinda makes you think its another pinto exploding gas tank deal.i guess they wont do anything until someone dies.i have had many problems with this car starting a week after i bought it new.knocking when the engine starts,using oil now,airbags not working ,small electrical things keep going wrong.when i take it in im told they cant reproduce the problems. | |||
| 07/09/2011 | 82500 | ||
| Fuel leak around the top of fuel tank. fuel smell.... | |||
| 07/10/2011 | 82000 | ||
| Strong smell of gas when im driving the car in and outside.the car has trouble starting,i had it checked and was told there was a fuel leak.called gm and was told even though their was a special coverage for my state they would not fix the leak.this is a dangerous leak due to a faulty plastic part.i hope my family doesnt die from inhaling fumes or blow up.kinda makes you think its another pinto exploding gas tank deal.i guess they wont do anything until someone dies.i have had many problems with this car starting a week after i bought it new.knocking when the engine starts,using oil now,airbags not working ,small electrical things keep going wrong.when i take it in im told they cant reproduce the problems. | |||
| 07/09/2011 | 82500 | ||
| Fuel leak around the top of fuel tank. fuel smell.... | |||
| 06/18/2011 | 72000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. when the contact started the vehicle, a strong odor of fuel emitted inside and outside of the vehicle. in addition, a significant amount of fuel leaked onto the ground. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where they stated the fuel tank would need to be removed in order to perform a diagnostic test. the failure was not diagnosed or repaired. the contact drove the vehicle to his residence for an inspection and detected the inexpensive plastic lines cracked on the fuel tank module. nhtsa recall campaign id number 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump) was related to the defect. the vin was not included in the recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the defect. the approximate failure mileage was 72,000. rk | |||
| 06/18/2011 | 72000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while the contact started the ignition, a strong odor of fuel emitted inside and outside of the vehicle. in addition, a significant amount of fuel leaked onto the ground. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where they informed the fuel tank would need to be removed in order to perform a diagnosis. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the contact had taken the vehicle to his residence for an inspection and detected the inexpensive plastic lines cracked on the fuel tank module. there was a recall related to the defect under nhtsa campaign id number 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump). the vin was not included in the recall. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the defect. the approximate failure mileage was 72,000. js | |||
| 06/12/2011 | 100000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet colbalt. the contact stated that while driving the fuel pump module cracked and fuel began to leak. the dealer replaced the fuel tank module. the manufacturer was contacted, but made the contact aware that her vin was not associated with the nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump) recall. the failure and current mileage was 100,000. nw | |||
| 06/08/2011 | 120000 | ||
| I smelled a strong gas odor and the minutes later half of my gas was leaking out onto the parking lot with gas so high it is expensive took it to the dealership said i had a crack in my filler neck of the fuel tank and that it would be $1150 to get it fixed. | |||
| 03/01/2011 | 102000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that there was a strong gasoline smell from the vehicle interior. the vehicle was taken to a local repair shop where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump was cracked and needed to be replace. the mechanic also made the contact aware of nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump) for her year, make and model vehicle. the manufacturer was contacted who advised that contact was not included in the recall and would be responsible for any repairs. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 102,000. | |||
| 03/31/2011 | 50000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated the vehicle was parked and shut off when he could smell an odor of gasoline. while having the vehicle repaired by an authorized dealer for an unrelated failure the contact was informed the fuel tank was leaking, but the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileage was 55,000. sm. | |||
| 03/01/2011 | 102000 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that there was a strong gasoline smell in the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a local shop who diagnosed that the fuel pump was cracked and needed to be replace. the mechanic also made her aware that her vehicle was included on recall nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000 component: fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump. the manufacturer was made aware of the problem and they knew that the vehicle was included on the recall but refused to pay for repairs since the vehicle was not located on one of the states specified on the letter. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 102,000. pm | |||
| 03/31/2011 | 50000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated the vehicle was parked and shut off when he could smell an odor of gasoline. while having the vehicle repaired by an authorized dealer for an unrelated failure the contact was informed the fuel tank was leaking, but the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileage was 55,000. sm. | |||
| 03/01/2011 | 102000 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that there was a strong gasoline smell in the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a local shop who diagnosed that the fuel pump was cracked and needed to be replace. the mechanic also made her aware that her vehicle was included on recall nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000 component: fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump. the manufacturer was made aware of the problem and they knew that the vehicle was included on the recall but refused to pay for repairs since the vehicle was not located on one of the states specified on the letter. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 102,000. pm | |||
| 03/31/2011 | 50000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated the vehicle was parked and shut off when he could smell an odor of gasoline. while having the vehicle repaired by an authorized dealer for an unrelated failure the contact was informed the fuel tank was leaking, but the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileage was 55,000. sm. | |||
| 03/01/2011 | 102000 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that there was a strong gasoline smell in the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a local shop who diagnosed that the fuel pump was cracked and needed to be replace. the mechanic also made her aware that her vehicle was included on recall nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000 component: fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump. the manufacturer was made aware of the problem and they knew that the vehicle was included on the recall but refused to pay for repairs since the vehicle was not located on one of the states specified on the letter. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 102,000. pm | |||
| 03/31/2011 | 50000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated the vehicle was parked and shut off when he could smell an odor of gasoline. while having the vehicle repaired by an authorized dealer for an unrelated failure the contact was informed the fuel tank was leaking, but the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileage was 55,000. sm. | |||
| 03/01/2011 | |||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that she smelled a strong gasoline odor. after a few months of inhaling the fumes she was hospitalized and given antibiotics. the vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic who advised her that the fuel tank assembly needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired for the fuel tank assembly. the manufacturer was contacted and advised her that only certain states were included in a recall, which did not include her state. the failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 90,000. the vin was unavailable. | |||
| 03/01/2011 | |||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that she noticed that there was a strong odor of gas. after a few months of inhaling the fumes she was hospitalized and given antibiotics. the vehicle was then inspected by a independent mechanic and they advised her that the fuel tank assembly needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired for the fuel tank assembly. the manufacturer was contacted and they advised her that only certain states were included in a recall, but not her state. the failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 90,000. the vin was unavailable. tb | |||
| 04/20/2011 | 70000 | ||
| 2007 chevy cobalt leaking fuel from fuel tank. know problem, gm issued recall in several states. called dealership, was advised vehicle was not recalled in indiana. offered to sell replacement tank at cost of $1200 | |||
| 11/18/2010 | 82030 | ||
| I own a 2007 chevrolet cobalt that on november 18, 2010 gasoline began to leak out of the gas tank at the fuel pump. approximately 10 gallons of gas leaked over about 60 miles of road before the problem was diagnosed. there exists a recall on 2007 chevy cobalts in a few states but not in virginia. this is exactly the same safety failure as noted in other states but the recall does not include indentical vehicles title in virginia. the vin is included in the recall but not virginia titled cars. | |||
| 11/13/2010 | 55000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that when driving or while sitting still she would smell a gas odor and there was a fuel leak as well. the vehicle has been inspected by a dealer who informed the contact that she needed to replace the return ports for the fuel system due to it being fractured. the vehicle has not been repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 55,000. tb | |||
| 09/15/2010 | 54000 | ||
| Connection to the fuel pump broke. strong smell of gasoline in the cab alerted the driver to the problem. gasoline was found leaking from the car. no accident, bump, or other event leading up to the failure noticed. very unsafe. part was immediately replaced. fuel tank had to be taken off to get at the part, which was time intensive, and part was expensive. | |||
| 11/01/2010 | 38000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while driving at various speeds, the contact smelled a strong odor of fuel inside and outside of the of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they diagnosed that the fuel pump module exhibited a crack. there was a recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). the vehicle was not included in the recall defect due to the vehicle not being originally sold in or currently registered in the required states mentioned in the recall. the vehicle was not being driven. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 38,000. js | |||
| 10/29/2010 | 160000 | ||
| My 2007 chevy cobalt has a leak in the gas tank, which is coming from the fuel pump. there was a recall on 2006 and 2007 but since my car was purchased in florida 2007 i am not covered.this is a hazardous car and can catch on fire. when the car is on a flat surface it leaks like a faucet. when in a angle it does not leak because of the position of the fuel pump. i call gm and they said since my car was purchased in florida 2007 i was not covered. that is not my fault. they also stated since i had high miles they probably could not do nothing anyway. i am still paying for this car, and this repair is going to be exspensive. they should be held liable for their defected cars they send out. they are lucky that when me and my daughter was driving in it did not blow up, this would have cost them more money than just to repair it. for this very reason, that is why americans buy foriegn cars due to reliabiltiy. its sad. i am a loyal customer to gm and i only buy their cars, but if i am considered a loyal customer, then where is their loyality to me. signed very disappointed gm loyal customer! | |||
| 10/22/2010 | 28250 | ||
| Smell of fuel odor on passenger rear of vehicle. inspection revealed fuel leak at the plastic supply or return port on the modular reservior assenmbly | |||
| 09/18/2010 | 110000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. he began to notice an odor of gasoline while standing next to the vehicle. while having the vehicle serviced by an independent repair shop he was informed the fuel tank was leaking. the manufacturer was notified and he was informed his vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 09v419000, fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump. the failure and current mileages were 110,000. sm. | |||
| 09/30/2010 | 62500 | ||
| Smell gasoline coming from the rear of the vehicle.looked under rear of vehicle and can see gas dripping from the top of the gas tanks fuel module.recall only covers certain vehicles with the same problem! fumes could ignite anytime.dealeship will not repair on recall due to vin not falling between the numbers. | |||
| 09/18/2010 | 110000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. he began to notice an odor of gasoline while standing next to the vehicle. while having the vehicle serviced by an independent repair shop he was informed the fuel tank was leaking. the manufacturer was notified and he was informed his vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 09v419000, fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump. the failure and current mileages were 110,000. sm. | |||
| 09/30/2010 | 62500 | ||
| Smell gasoline coming from the rear of the vehicle.looked under rear of vehicle and can see gas dripping from the top of the gas tanks fuel module.recall only covers certain vehicles with the same problem! fumes could ignite anytime.dealeship will not repair on recall due to vin not falling between the numbers. | |||
| 09/18/2010 | 110000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. he began to notice an odor of gasoline while standing next to the vehicle. while having the vehicle serviced by an independent repair shop he was informed the fuel tank was leaking. the manufacturer was notified and he was informed his vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 09v419000, fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump. the failure and current mileages were 110,000. sm. | |||
| 09/30/2010 | 62500 | ||
| Smell gasoline coming from the rear of the vehicle.looked under rear of vehicle and can see gas dripping from the top of the gas tanks fuel module.recall only covers certain vehicles with the same problem! fumes could ignite anytime.dealeship will not repair on recall due to vin not falling between the numbers. | |||
| 09/12/2010 | 84000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while the vehicle was parked the contact noticed a smell of gasoline coming from the outside of the vehicle, the contact also noticed gasoline leaking from the bottom of the gas tank. the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where the fuel pump assembly was replaced. there were no prior warnings. the current and failure mileages were 84000. bml | |||
| 10/01/2010 | 50000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. after parking the vehicle the contact noticed that there was a puddle of gasoline underneath the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where the contact was informed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. the contact called the manufacturer where the contact was informed that recall 09v419000 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump did not apply to his vehicles vin. the vehicle has not been repaired and there were no prior warnings. the current and failure mileages were 50000. bml | |||
| 09/09/2010 | 39000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact noticed a strong fuel odor and fuel on the ground while he fueled the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer diagnosed located the failure at the fuel line was leaking unto the exhaust pipe. the dealer replaced the fuel pump assembly. the manufacturer took a report 71-872197144 they advised the vin wasn't included in recall 09v419000 fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump: therefore they willn't assists with the repair. the vin information wasn't available. the failure and the current mileage were 39,000. li | |||
| 08/23/2010 | 32600 | ||
| Tl-the contact had possession of a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the vehicle was leaking fuel. he inspected the vehicle and noticed the fuel dripping under the fuel tank. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership and the fuel module was replaced. the contact inquired about recall 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump) and was told that the vehicle was not included. the contact called the manufacturer who verified that the vehicle was not included in the recall. the current mileage was 32,917. the failure mileage was approximately 32,600-bk | |||
| 09/09/2010 | 39000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact noticed a strong fuel odor and fuel on the ground while he fueled the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer diagnosed located the failure at the fuel line was leaking unto the exhaust pipe. the dealer replaced the fuel pump assembly. the manufacturer took a report 71-872197144 they advised the vin wasn't included in recall 09v419000 fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump: therefore they willn't assists with the repair. the vin information wasn't available. the failure and the current mileage were 39,000. li | |||
| 08/23/2010 | 32600 | ||
| Tl-the contact had possession of a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the vehicle was leaking fuel. he inspected the vehicle and noticed the fuel dripping under the fuel tank. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership and the fuel module was replaced. the contact inquired about recall 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump) and was told that the vehicle was not included. the contact called the manufacturer who verified that the vehicle was not included in the recall. the current mileage was 32,917. the failure mileage was approximately 32,600-bk | |||
| 09/09/2010 | 39000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact noticed a strong fuel odor and fuel on the ground while he fueled the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer diagnosed located the failure at the fuel line was leaking unto the exhaust pipe. the dealer replaced the fuel pump assembly. the manufacturer took a report 71-872197144 they advised the vin wasn't included in recall 09v419000 fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump: therefore they willn't assists with the repair. the vin information wasn't available. the failure and the current mileage were 39,000. li | |||
| 08/23/2010 | 32600 | ||
| Tl-the contact had possession of a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the vehicle was leaking fuel. he inspected the vehicle and noticed the fuel dripping under the fuel tank. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership and the fuel module was replaced. the contact inquired about recall 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump) and was told that the vehicle was not included. the contact called the manufacturer who verified that the vehicle was not included in the recall. the current mileage was 32,917. the failure mileage was approximately 32,600-bk | |||
| 09/09/2010 | 39000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact noticed a strong fuel odor and fuel on the ground while he fueled the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer diagnosed located the failure at the fuel line was leaking unto the exhaust pipe. the dealer replaced the fuel pump assembly. the manufacturer took a report 71-872197144 they advised the vin wasn't included in recall 09v419000 fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump: therefore they willn't assists with the repair. the vin information wasn't available. the failure and the current mileage were 39,000. li | |||
| 08/23/2010 | 32600 | ||
| Tl-the contact had possession of a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the vehicle was leaking fuel. he inspected the vehicle and noticed the fuel dripping under the fuel tank. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership and the fuel module was replaced. the contact inquired about recall 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump) and was told that the vehicle was not included. the contact called the manufacturer who verified that the vehicle was not included in the recall. the current mileage was 32,917. the failure mileage was approximately 32,600-bk | |||
| 09/09/2010 | 39000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact noticed a strong fuel odor and fuel on the ground while he fueled the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer diagnosed located the failure at the fuel line was leaking unto the exhaust pipe. the dealer replaced the fuel pump assembly. the manufacturer took a report 71-872197144 they advised the vin wasn't included in recall 09v419000 fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump: therefore they willn't assists with the repair. the vin information wasn't available. the failure and the current mileage were 39,000. li | |||
| 08/23/2010 | 32600 | ||
| Tl-the contact had possession of a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the vehicle was leaking fuel. he inspected the vehicle and noticed the fuel dripping under the fuel tank. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership and the fuel module was replaced. the contact inquired about recall 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump) and was told that the vehicle was not included. the contact called the manufacturer who verified that the vehicle was not included in the recall. the current mileage was 32,917. the failure mileage was approximately 32,600-bk | |||
| 08/21/2010 | 44587 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while the contact was driving approximately 35 mph, there was an extremely strong odor of fuel emitting inside of the vehicle. the failure would occur anytime after starting the ignition. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they detected a fuel pump leakage. the fuel pump was replaced at the cost of $400. the failure mileage was 44,587. js | |||
| 08/21/2010 | 165527 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while driving approximately 60-65 mph he stated he smelled fuel. he continued to drive to his destination. after reaching his destination he checked the vehicle over for the smell of fuel. he stated he did not see any leaks. the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic and he referred him to the dealer. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and he was advised that his vehicle was over the mileage for recall 09v419000, fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump. the contact took the vehicle back to the local mechanic and he repaired the vehicle.the local mechanic advised him that the fuel had settled on the gas tank and was dripping down. the local mechanic charged $509.94 for the repairs. the failure mileage was 165,527 and the current mileage was 168,303. vwb | |||
| 08/21/2010 | 44587 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while the contact was driving approximately 35 mph, there was an extremely strong odor of fuel emitting inside of the vehicle. the failure would occur anytime after starting the ignition. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they detected a fuel pump leakage. the fuel pump was replaced at the cost of $400. the failure mileage was 44,587. js | |||
| 08/21/2010 | 165527 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while driving approximately 60-65 mph he stated he smelled fuel. he continued to drive to his destination. after reaching his destination he checked the vehicle over for the smell of fuel. he stated he did not see any leaks. the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic and he referred him to the dealer. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and he was advised that his vehicle was over the mileage for recall 09v419000, fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump. the contact took the vehicle back to the local mechanic and he repaired the vehicle.the local mechanic advised him that the fuel had settled on the gas tank and was dripping down. the local mechanic charged $509.94 for the repairs. the failure mileage was 165,527 and the current mileage was 168,303. vwb | |||
| 08/21/2010 | 44587 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while the contact was driving approximately 35 mph, there was an extremely strong odor of fuel emitting inside of the vehicle. the failure would occur anytime after starting the ignition. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they detected a fuel pump leakage. the fuel pump was replaced at the cost of $400. the failure mileage was 44,587. js | |||
| 08/21/2010 | 165527 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while driving approximately 60-65 mph he stated he smelled fuel. he continued to drive to his destination. after reaching his destination he checked the vehicle over for the smell of fuel. he stated he did not see any leaks. the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic and he referred him to the dealer. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and he was advised that his vehicle was over the mileage for recall 09v419000, fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump. the contact took the vehicle back to the local mechanic and he repaired the vehicle.the local mechanic advised him that the fuel had settled on the gas tank and was dripping down. the local mechanic charged $509.94 for the repairs. the failure mileage was 165,527 and the current mileage was 168,303. vwb | |||
| 07/15/2010 | 51000 | ||
| While driving 07 chevrolet cobalt on highway in nevada when smoke emitted filling the vehicle, rolled down windows to see and pulled over 2 lanes to get off the highway and just got out of the vehicle as it was engulfed in flames. tires popped then vehicle exploded. | |||
| 08/01/2010 | 25000 | ||
| I own a 2007 chevrolet cobalt (vin number 1g1ak15fx77411580) which was purchased and licensed in the state of texas. there is a current recall for some 2007 chevy cobalts (nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000). the dealer i contacted indicated that my auto was not part of the recall and i never received a recall notice. however, my car is experiencing the same symptions as cars that have been recalled for this issue. the symptions are: (1) gas small (2) noticable reduction in fuel mileage (from 27 mpg to 18 mpg) (3) difficult starting i believe my car should have been included in this recall as well. is there any way to address this issue? | |||
| 07/15/2010 | 51000 | ||
| While driving 07 chevrolet cobalt on highway in nevada when smoke emitted filling the vehicle, rolled down windows to see and pulled over 2 lanes to get off the highway and just got out of the vehicle as it was engulfed in flames. tires popped then vehicle exploded. | |||
| 08/01/2010 | 25000 | ||
| I own a 2007 chevrolet cobalt (vin number 1g1ak15fx77411580) which was purchased and licensed in the state of texas. there is a current recall for some 2007 chevy cobalts (nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000). the dealer i contacted indicated that my auto was not part of the recall and i never received a recall notice. however, my car is experiencing the same symptions as cars that have been recalled for this issue. the symptions are: (1) gas small (2) noticable reduction in fuel mileage (from 27 mpg to 18 mpg) (3) difficult starting i believe my car should have been included in this recall as well. is there any way to address this issue? | |||
| 07/15/2010 | 51000 | ||
| While driving 07 chevrolet cobalt on highway in nevada when smoke emitted filling the vehicle, rolled down windows to see and pulled over 2 lanes to get off the highway and just got out of the vehicle as it was engulfed in flames. tires popped then vehicle exploded. | |||
| 08/01/2010 | 25000 | ||
| I own a 2007 chevrolet cobalt (vin number 1g1ak15fx77411580) which was purchased and licensed in the state of texas. there is a current recall for some 2007 chevy cobalts (nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000). the dealer i contacted indicated that my auto was not part of the recall and i never received a recall notice. however, my car is experiencing the same symptions as cars that have been recalled for this issue. the symptions are: (1) gas small (2) noticable reduction in fuel mileage (from 27 mpg to 18 mpg) (3) difficult starting i believe my car should have been included in this recall as well. is there any way to address this issue? | |||
| 07/26/2010 | 38754 | ||
| I currently own a 2007 chevrolet cobalt lt. on july 19, my husband and i noticed a strong smell of gasoline inside the vehicle. a week later, our car was in the shop for repairs (not relating to the gasoline odor), and i was informed that the fuel pump modular assembly was cracked, and leaking gasoline. the mechanic informed me that it could catch fire if it was not replaced. the warrantly on the fuel pump had expired two months previous, and was on recall, but not in the state we reside in. it had to be replaced immediately, and the cost came out of pocket. | |||
| 06/24/2010 | 50529 | ||
| My 2007 chevy cobalt had a strong smell of gas and i found a puddle of gas underneath the car. i took this car to a chevrolet dealer and the mechanic said that the fuel pump modual assembly failed. i really think this should be checked for a recall. i'm finding lots of complaints on the interenet as this is extremely dangerous. | |||
| 06/12/2010 | |||
| There is a strong smell of gas in the car when i start the care remotely. this is not the first time that i noticed this. it happened in 2007 when i first bought the car. i reported it to the dealer whose response was that they could not duplicate the incident. | |||
| 03/23/2010 | 58819 | ||
| In late march, i started noticing the smell of gas when i would get in the car to go somewhere. i just thought this was from gas being spilled when removing the gas nozzel after filling the tank. on april 3rd, the smell got extemely strong and i had to keep the windows down in order to drive the car. on monday april 5th, i took the car to my mechanic to investigate the source of the smell. the mechanic called me back around mid-day to inform me the fuel pump line had broken off at the top the fuel pump assembly, where the piece should not have broken. the mechanic also informed me, there was gas all over the place once the tank was removed. he quoted: it's a wonder the car did not explode i have since contacted gm via the 800 #, being there is a recall for this problem. i've read the recall information, it is based on state located in hot climates area for now, but this problem is happening in other states not listed in the letter. | |||
| 04/24/2010 | 40000 | 1 | |
| Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) loss of warning chimes due to defective drivers door speaker (2007 cobalt and & 2007 gmc canyon). i am current awaiting repair under the 2nd recall for our cobalt vin [xxx](gas leak & loss of steering defects not yet repaired). the letter received from gm warning of the steering defect stated a warning chime would sound and a message on the drivers info cntr would appear. problem is, the speaker where the warning sounds come from is intermittent. in fact, i cannot tell if i have the blinkers on without looking at the dashboard; something that's not always safe to do. even though this started shortly after the warranty expired; i asked the dealer to repair it because i considered it unsafe. if a car manufacturer is going to change the role of a speaker from merely producing sound for radio use to sounding safety warning chimes then the speaker ought to have an extended warranty. i am approaching my middle 50's and do not abuse the sound system in the car. in my opinion; this failing speaker is a definite safety issue. in fact, our 2007 gmc canyon is experiencing the same issue. i've recently noticed the drivers door speaker is starting to distort and realized after the cobalts speaker failed the canyon drivers door speaker also emits warning chimes. as i stated above, if the role of a speaker is to sound warning chimes, then it becomes a possible safety issue when it fails. [xxx] *tr | |||
| 03/09/2010 | 53143 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact had the vehicle repaired for recall #09226 to replace the fuel pump module parts#19168894w-module-ki. after the repair was performed the fuel pump, gauge and alarm are showing below red and low fuel level. when fuel was added, the gauge did not move. the dealer was contacted and was advised of the failure. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer. the dealer diagnosed the vehicle again and recommended that the contact only use chevron fuel. after receiving the vehicle back, the vehicle continued to incorrectly show a low fuel level. the manufacturer and service manager were called numerous times but had not returned the calls made by the contact. the failure mileage was 56,143. | |||
| 09/03/2009 | 1 | ||
| We own 2007 cobalt our daughter drives. she started complaining in sep '09 of a gas smell but we really didn't pay her any mind. then, about 6 wks. ago when she had to drive me to an appt. i could really smell the gas fumes. it made me sick. i called huffines chevrolet lewisville,tx (where we got the car) & was told her vin # didn't have a recall. he didn't do anything else. then, i called a dealer in frisco,tx where my daughter lives. the mechanic dept. looked up her vin & said no recall for that vin # but you have extended warranty we can fix it. so, at no charge it was taken care of. then, a few weeks later i get a recall for the mra to be replaced as it can be dangerous?! letter states that if there is a crack, fuel can leak & there could be a fire?! besides the recall you have just issued for the power steering why don't you make sure recalls are sent out in a timely manner for mra parts in cobalt's as well especially as dangerous as it can be!!! i was told that her vin# fell through the cracks in your system & that's why our car vin # didn't get a recall? anything to do with a leak in the fuel area is a very hazardous issue. our daughter was inhaling gas fumes for months!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! hopefully there is not any lung or brain damage. *tr | |||
| 03/01/2010 | 75000 | 1 | |
| Dealership and manufacturer will not honor nhtsa campaign id number : 09v419000 - recall on 2007 chevrolet cobalt - gm recall no. 090226 this is my daughter's vehicle. received a notice from gm last week advising of safety issue and pending recall. appointment scheduled with dealership for 3/1/10 and vehicle taken to dealership at 9am est. after 2 hours, dealer inspected vehicle, found no problem, and advised my daughter she would incur a charge of $250 if fuel tank was dropped and no problem found. called gm, who advised vehicle was not subject to any recalls, even though i referred them to the recall post on nhtsa site. gm advised to keep driving the vehicle until the fuel smell became worse, as the dealership could not duplicate the problem or find any evidence of fuel leakage. gm case number assigned. picked up daughter and left vehicle at dealership. contacted nhtsa via phone re: recall interpretation. contacted gm again, who finally acknowledged vehicle was subject to recall but couldn't authorize repair specified in recall without approval at gm district level . advised gm that the recall notice did not say inspect and replace as necessary but did say replace fuel pump system. the car has been recalled and specific action requires dealers will replace the fuel pump module free of charge was specified. gm will not perform the required action without approval at the district level and advises they will respond within 24 business hours. vehicle remains at dealership. *tr | |||
| 01/27/2009 | 5600 | 1 | |
| My stepbrother had two chevy cobalts. the first one he wrecked on a country road where he skidded on gravel, his car burst into flames. fortunately, he was able to get out of the car. he replaced it with another cobalt. in january 2009 he had another wreck, single car. his car hit a pole and immediately broke out in flames. unfortunately for my family he was not able to get out, he couldn't get his seat belt undone and the flames were melting the interior causing caustic flames. the policeman broke out the back window to get him out and the policeman was hospitalized from smoke inhalation my brother didn't make it, he died. i believe this should be checked out. i wrote to chevrolet with no response. *tr | |||
| 02/10/2010 | 1 | ||
| I received a safety recall notice and i called mission chevrolet in el paso tx to schedule and appointment as per the recall notice, i spoke to a representative in the service department and he told me that i could not schedule an appointment since he did not anticipate having parts available because he was only receiving 15 parts and they would be used for first come first serve customers. i work full time and am a distance away from the dealership so i have to have an appointment and according to him the recall check would require my leaving car for the day. all of which is quite different to what was described on the recall notice of a 15 minute check and an hour and a half replacement time if necessary. so now i am at a disadvantage if i can not take care of this issue and could be jeopardizing my safety. *tr | |||
| 11/26/2009 | 45000 | 1 | |
| Power steering failure, power steering locks up and power steering flashes on communication system after hearing 3 dings. also smell gas in car smell is very heavy at times, this is a 2007 chevy cobalt and car is not under warranty. *tr | |||
| 09/20/2009 | 70000 | 1 | |
| 2007 chevrolet cobalt with 68000 miles on it has fuel leaking from top of tank. mechanic and parts house say this is very common for this vehicle. this seems to be a real safety issue that i and others believe should warrant a recall. *tr | |||
| 05/31/2009 | 21900 | ||
| Problem: i have a 2007 chevy cobalt that is leaking fuel from under the car at the gas tank. i called the parts department were we purchased the car to see were the fuel filter is located. he told me that just yesterday a customer came in who owned the same year and model who also had a leak at the same location at the fuel tank. the parts person told me that the fuel pump is in the tank. the smell of gasoline in the car is extremely bad. it almost smells like it is leaking into the car. question: is this a problem that other 2007 chevy customers are having? what can i do about this dangerous situation? *tr | |||
| 08/13/2008 | 10641 | 1 | |
| Purchased a 2007 cobalt aug 13, 2007; 1 year later and till date had to bring car in for all issues pertaining to the fuel system of the car. i have broken down as a result of the fuel system in my car, have had to pay for rental car's and miss time from work. dealership and gm does not feel my car should be replaced. *tr | |||
| 02/05/2009 | 64784 | 1 | |
| Yesterday i filled up the car with gas and i smelled the gasoline. i checked out my car and i found out that my gas tank was leaking from the connector that connects the gas tank to the rubber hose that leads to the metal pipe that you insert gas from. this happened two times after filling up completely. it appears that the weld process that seals the connector to the gas tank was not sealed properly and started to crack. today i had to replace my gas tank for the first time and i don't believe i am going to be the only one with this problem. personally i think its a problem chevrolet has had for awhile. i also heard on the radio that the new version of the trial blazers had a recall on their gasoline tanks for leaking problems too. my purpose for my complaint is to prevent this from happening to anyone else and notify chevrolet of the problem so they can fix it. yes i do still have the old part. *tr | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY | |||
| 01/01/2007 | 3500 | 1 | 12/27/2000 |
| Car makes a series of knocks on a cold start---sounds as if someone is locked inside the trunk of the vehicle. chevy has looked at my vehicle and said it was due to a bulletin stating a noisy evap system, which it is not fixable. i am still waiting to see what action will be taken. *jb | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||
| 10/01/2012 | 1 | ||
| 2007 chevrolet cobalt. consumer writes in regards to fuel pump recall notice. *smd the consumer stated he had trouble starting the vehicle. he took the vehicle to the dealer, where they informed him, the fuel pump had no pressure. the consumer then took the vehicle to a repair shop, where they discovered a problem with the gas tank, which was leaking. the leak was where the fuel pump was connected to the gas tank. the consumer notified chevrolet and they denied there was a problem with the gas tank. a month later, the consumer received a recall, regarding a problem with the fuel pump. *jb | |||
| 08/23/2012 | 1 | ||
| There is a recall on this issue but only in certain states, delaware is not one of them. (nhtsa campaign id number:09v419000) i had to have the fuel pump replaced because it leaked fuel which is the same issue under the recall. if the problem is the fuel pump why would it matter what state your vehicle is registered in? i'm sure there are many more complaints on this and i hope that you will look into it further. i spoke with gm and they will not cover my expenses. *tr | |||
| 08/13/2012 | 101000 | 1 | |
| There is a strong smell of leaking gasoline. there is an existing recall for a fuel leak on this make, model and year, but not in virginia!? nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000 component: fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump the dealer refuses to fix this problem under recall, saying it does not apply to my vin. my car is affected by this problem, and what state i am in should not exclude them from responsibility. this recall must be extended to all affected owners in every state. *tr | |||
| 07/30/2012 | 59900 | 1 | |
| Started to notice difficulty when trying to start my car and the very strong odor of gasoline when the car was in operation and for a period after. i had an inspection done at a gm dealership where they confirmed that the problem was the same fuel pump cracking. despite recall 09v419000, was told that my vehicle's vin didn't qualify for any recalls. *tr | |||
| 06/01/2012 | 1 | ||
| 2007 chevrolet cobalt. consumer states strong fuel odor *tgw the consumer stated gm refused to reconize the problem with no restitution for the repair he had done at a non-gm dealer. after the repair was made, he received a service bulletin from the dealer, which stated the fuel pump was re-designed due to potential cracks in the fule lines. *jb | |||
| 09/12/2011 | 1 | 02/01/2011 | |
| 2007 chevrolet cobalt. consumer writes in regards to a major crack in the plastic where the fuel pump is connected to the gas tank. there was also a crack developing in the line from the fuel pump *tgw the repair required replacing the fuel tank and the fuel pump. the consumer stated he was denied assistance because, he was told repeatedly, there was no recall for his model year. however, his vehicle had the exact defect for which a recall was issued, just not his specific vin. *jb | |||
| 04/20/2007 | 20000 | 4 | |
| 2007 chevrolet cobalt. consumer states safety defect in steering system *tgw the consumer began to have problems with the hvac system wiring and connector which was replaced on april 20, 2007, the second time on july 3 , 2007 the hvac system relay had to be replaced and the third time on july 6, 2007 the body control module had to replaced. also, the steering shaft and steering column had to be replaced, there was a bubble on the tire which required replacement. the window regulator and fuel pump module was also replaced. *jb | |||
| 01/01/1901 | 1 | ||
| 2007 chevrolet cobalt. there is a problem with the recall referenced above and highlighted below. the summary states ...vehicles sold in or currently registered in whereas the remedy states ...vehicle currently registered*cw the consumer referenced recall # 09v419000. the consumer stated his vehicle was originally sold in texas, but is now registered in wisconsin. | |||
| 03/01/2010 | 75000 | 1 | |
| Dealership and manufacturer will not honor nhtsa campaign id number : 09v419000 - recall on 2007 chevrolet cobalt - gm recall no. 090226 this is my daughter's vehicle. received a notice from gm last week advising of safety issue and pending recall. appointment scheduled with dealership for 3/1/10 and vehicle taken to dealership at 9am est. after 2 hours, dealer inspected vehicle, found no problem, and advised my daughter she would incur a charge of $250 if fuel tank was dropped and no problem found. called gm, who advised vehicle was not subject to any recalls, even though i referred them to the recall post on nhtsa site. gm advised to keep driving the vehicle until the fuel smell became worse, as the dealership could not duplicate the problem or find any evidence of fuel leakage. gm case number assigned. picked up daughter and left vehicle at dealership. contacted nhtsa via phone re: recall interpretation. contacted gm again, who finally acknowledged vehicle was subject to recall but couldn't authorize repair specified in recall without approval at gm district level . advised gm that the recall notice did not say inspect and replace as necessary but did say replace fuel pump system. the car has been recalled and specific action requires dealers will replace the fuel pump module free of charge was specified. gm will not perform the required action without approval at the district level and advises they will respond within 24 business hours. vehicle remains at dealership. *tr | |||
| 02/21/2010 | 16000 | 1 | |
| My wife's 2007 chevrolet cobalt ls power steering went out after restarting the car everything is fine for now. after searching online i see that many others are having the same problem. and in all cases they are being charged just for diagnostics and nothing is being done to fix it. this is a problem that could get my wife hurt being as she would have trouble steering it luckily i was driving it at the time. it is the chevy dealer now having the fuel pump replaced which was recalled and we will see what they tell me about it. *tr | |||
| 08/12/2009 | 50000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. whenever the contact would drive the vehicle at any speed he could smelled gas fumes inside and outside of the vehicle. the contact had a local mechanic diagnose his vehicle and he was informed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. there were no prior warnings. the current and failure mileages were 50,000. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 06/08/2009 | 57000 | 1 | 03/13/2007 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while driving at an unknown speed, the contact noticed gasoline leaking from the vehicle. he pulled over and noticed a light illuminating. a mechanic stated that the light was due to the lines that failed, which were connected to the fuel pump. the dealer stated that nothing could be done to repair the failure. the mechanic stated that this should not have happened to a newer vehicle. the vehicle has been repaired. the failure mileage was 57,000 and current mileage was 59,800. updated 08/21/09. *lj updated 08/26/09.*jb | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| 10/01/2012 | 1 | ||
| 2007 chevrolet cobalt. consumer writes in regards to fuel pump recall notice. *smd the consumer stated he had trouble starting the vehicle. he took the vehicle to the dealer, where they informed him, the fuel pump had no pressure. the consumer then took the vehicle to a repair shop, where they discovered a problem with the gas tank, which was leaking. the leak was where the fuel pump was connected to the gas tank. the consumer notified chevrolet and they denied there was a problem with the gas tank. a month later, the consumer received a recall, regarding a problem with the fuel pump. *jb | |||
| 08/01/2012 | 1 | ||
| 2007 chevrolet cobalt. consumer writes in regards to gas tank splitting at seams.*tgw | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | |||
| 08/31/2011 | 57468 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated while driving fuel fumes emitted into the vehicle. the contact mentioned stopped the vehicle to inspect it and noticed there was fuel leaking out of the fuel tank. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure; however, they did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included on recall nhtsa campaign id number:09v419000(fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 57,468. rvk | |||
| 08/31/2011 | 57468 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that while driving fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. the contact mentioned that once he came to stop he inspected the vehicle an noticed that there was fuel leaking out of the fuel tank. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offered any assistance since the vehicle was not included on recall nhtsa campaign id number:09v419000(fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump).the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 57,468. pm | |||
| 07/21/2011 | 85000 | ||
| I began to smell a strong odor of gasoline from time to time when driving my car. over time, the smell became stronger and i noticed i was having to fill my tank more frequently. it got to the point where i could actually see a leak underneath of my car. i took it to an autoshop to be looked at and they mentioned work needing to be done on my fuel pump, but i found out about a recall on 2007 and 2006 chevrolet cobalts (i drive a 2007 chevrolet cobalt). the recall mentioned a leak, an odor and a problem with the fuel pump. i contacted chevrolet and was told that the recall didn't concern my specific vin. i'm still extremely concerned, seeing as the problems i'm having with my chevrolet cobalt sound identical to the issues raised in the recall of these other chevrolet cobalts. i've already had to take my cobalt to the dealership because of the power steering recall. fyi, see below. thank you! recall date: oct 29, 2009 model affected: 2007 chevrolet cobalt summary: general motors is recalling certain model year 2006 chevrolet cobalt and saturn ion vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of arizona and nevada; and model year 2007 chevrolet cobalt, pontiac g5 and saturn ion vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of arizona, california, florida, nevada and texas. the plastic supply or return port on the modular reservoir assembly may crack. if either of these ports develops a crack, fuel will leak from the area. if the crack becomes large enough, fuel may be observed dripping onto the ground and vehicle performance may be affected. consequence: fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. | |||
| 10/29/2010 | 160000 | ||
| My 2007 chevy cobalt has a leak in the gas tank, which is coming from the fuel pump. there was a recall on 2006 and 2007 but since my car was purchased in florida 2007 i am not covered.this is a hazardous car and can catch on fire. when the car is on a flat surface it leaks like a faucet. when in a angle it does not leak because of the position of the fuel pump. i call gm and they said since my car was purchased in florida 2007 i was not covered. that is not my fault. they also stated since i had high miles they probably could not do nothing anyway. i am still paying for this car, and this repair is going to be exspensive. they should be held liable for their defected cars they send out. they are lucky that when me and my daughter was driving in it did not blow up, this would have cost them more money than just to repair it. for this very reason, that is why americans buy foriegn cars due to reliabiltiy. its sad. i am a loyal customer to gm and i only buy their cars, but if i am considered a loyal customer, then where is their loyality to me. signed very disappointed gm loyal customer! | |||
| 04/10/2010 | 62000 | ||
| Chevy 2007 cobalt - gas leak from fuel tank. found plastic housing crack of fuel tank cracked in rear of tank at seam where hose connects. result fuel pouring out of seam. | |||
| 12/02/2008 | 35600 | 1 | |
| Purchased used 2007 chevrolet cobalt nov 08 35,503 miles. check engine light came on 2 dec 08. dealer switched out cam sensor fuse. check engine light came on end of jan 09 in germany. german mechanic turned light off. check engine light came back on a few days later, but continued to drive. power steering started to fail sep 09. car intermittently lost power while driving. pulled over, turned key to off, waited a few minutes, turned the key, and the car started back up with no problem. power steering kit replaced end of nov 09. check engine light came on again. power steering motor replaced middle dec 09. check engine light came back on again code p0230. replaced fuel pump relay jan 10. car continues to lose power intermittently while driving. check engine light came back on code p0230. chevrolet dealership switched out fuel pump relay 15 feb 10. chevrolet dealership suggests replacing ecm if check engine light comes back on. check engine light came back on 17 feb 10 and car continues to lose power intermittently while driving. scheduling appointment with chevrolet dealership to diagnose. *tr | |||