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 | |||||
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| 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 | |||
| 01/13/2012 | |||
| Started to notice a little gas smell about middle of jan of 2012 didn't think much of it at the time and continued to drive it and then smell got stronger as i continued to drive it and even others started to notice it and would let me know that did i know they smelled gas,even had some one from the library page to to inform me that someone who had parked next to me smelled gas and they want to let me know as other thought car may blow up or catch on fire (someone even left a note on my windshield about it and how i was hurting the environment) this is something government needs to look into since they and i help gm from going under buy going with a gm product and not get a family deal and a ford or chrysler. gm need to step up on this as they say it's a warm weather state issue, well i guess in the mid west it never get warm and there are other complaints on this issue. it's up to gm to fix this and keep customer loyalties or have us move on to a chrysler or ford and never look back. | |||
| 11/02/2011 | 78000 | ||
| My car gradually began smelling like gasoline at the beginning of november. i thought it was the gas cap, replaced it, and it has not gone away and only become stronger smelling whether the car is in park or driving on the road. it also is hard to start after sitting for a few hours, it will not crank over on the 1st attempt anymore. i have researched on here, and found there was a recall and 1000s of others are having the same problem as me. however, because i am in ohio and not part of the recall states, my vin is not part of the recall and it is a major concern. i have called pontiac and the best advice they gave me is to send it to a certified gm dealer. after reading posts on here, it seems that they are charging the consumer 500+ for a new fuel pump and that is ridiculous since it is a recall on the other cars with the specific vins. what exactly will it take for gm or pontiac to step up and say hey we made a mistake on most of these models, not just the 69,000 we recalled? | |||
| 10/14/2011 | 69000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2007 pontiac g5. the contact noticed a strong fuel odor inside the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing where the mechanic advised that the fuel pump would have to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the contact 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 69,000. | |||
| 10/14/2011 | 69000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 pontiac g5. the contact noticed a strong fuel odor inside the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing where the mechanic advised that the fuel pump would have to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the contact 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 69,000. kmj | |||
| 10/14/2011 | 69000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 pontiac g5. while parked the contact noticed a strong fuel odor inside the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic. the mechanic stated the fuel pump would have to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the contact informed the manufacturer 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 stated the vin was not included in the recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 69,000. ds | |||
| 07/06/2011 | 90000 | ||
| Tl. the contact own a 2007 pontiac g5. the contact stated while driving 25 mph the contact smelled fuel inside the vehicle. the contact did some research on the internet regarding the fuel system and notice a nhtsa campaign i.d. 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump) the contact called the manufacturer regarding the recall and the manufacturer suggested the contact take the vehicle to a dealer. the dealer informed the contact they can perform the recall because the recall had state previsions and maryland was not included. the dealer informed there contact the fuel system had a small leak and the module was cracked and needs to be replaced. the contact has not had the fuel module replaced. the contact stated a state prevision should not be allowed on a dangerous recall and safety issue as this. the failure mileage was 90,000. jo | |||
| 07/01/2011 | 87000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 pontiac g5. during routine maintenance at a local repair shop the technician stated the return port was cracked and there was a fuel leak. the contact stated there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). the manufacturer was contacted and stated the vin was not included in the recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 87,000. rvk | |||
| 07/01/2011 | 87000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2007 pontiac g5. while the vehicle was having routine maintenance performed at a repair shop the technician stated the return port was cracked and there was a fuel leakage. the contact stated there was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). the manufacturer was contacted and stated the vin was not included in the recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 87,000. ds | |||
| 01/18/2011 | 20500 | ||
| Serious safety issue here..on 1/18/2011 i got in my car went to the store. at this time i noticed a strong odor of gas inside my vehicle. next day i started car and backed it out smelled stronger gas smell. pulled car back in garage. car was towed to gm dealer. gm dealer stated nothing is wrong with the vehicle paid $200 got car back still wreaks of strong gas smell upon starting (inside the vehicle). i have contacted the attorney general and gm. i am getting nowhere with getting this vehicle repair. basically the two warranties aren't being used because the gm dealers don't want to wait on their money and other pontiac g-5's have had the same problem (same year make and model) the fuel module and fuel pump are to be replaced free of charge i am getting conflicting statements on my car not being on recall and findings where there is a recall. i am considering giving the car back and requesting a full refund if they are not backing their warranty. i feel this car has severe safety issues and i cannot drive a vehicle that is a fire hazard/explosion risk. i was always told if you smell gas don't drive a vehicle. i'm starting to think when they sold the vehicle they knew there was safety issues as i was forced into gap insurance and an extended warranty. what good did it do to have all these protections if none of them are getting my car repaired. the first thing i did after smelling fuel was look up on recall information.. vehicles assembled in mexico and alabama were on recall gm stated your car is not included why i am having these issues with my vehicle.? the recall states the fuel module may crack and leak gas which may result in fire/explosion. this will be the third recall i purchased the vehicle new. first door locks,then steering problem, now fuel leak. | |||
| 12/08/2009 | 47895 | 1 | |
| On 10/3/09, had fuel leak on 2007 pontiac g5. fuel pump module assembly was removed and replaced. on 12/8/09, same vehicle had a larger fuel leak at which time the fuel tank needed to be replaced. *tr | |||
| 01/13/2010 | 50718 | 1 | |
| I need this investigated please !!!!!!!i have a 2007 pontiac g5 and have been having issues with the engine running erratically. the rpm will jump up while i'm driving at a constant speed. this has been going on for a few months. two weeks ago i was stopped at a traffic light and it speed up and red lined and lurched into the intersection. thank god everyone avoided each other. it was during rush hour !!! it happened again this morning and i was almost t-boned by a semi !!! i have had it checked and no one has found anything!! there was a mechanic that had it cut up some when he drove it but said it was not doing enough to diagnose the problem. there are no warning lights on and it is random doing it. we have tried putting it in the same situations to get it to do it so the mechanics can see it for themselves,but have had no luck !!!!! i am very concerned about this and want something done !!!!! if more of these cars are doing this someone is going to die !!!! it is extremely dangerous and needs investigated please !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! *tr | |||
| 07/16/2009 | 39799 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2007 pontiac g5. he states that when the vehicle was driven the contact noticed a gasoline smell coming from the outside and inside of the vehicle. the vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. the contact noticed beforehand that there was a small leak coming from the fuel tank. the current and failure mileages was 39799. bl | |||