Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||||
| 07076 | 10/01/2008 | 07076A | 10026522 | Gm: special coverage adjustment - fuel tank modular reservoir assembly corrosion. csc letter was received. updated 11/6/08. *pe updated 5/5/09. csc letter was received. *pe | 11/04/2008 |
| 040604003 | 08/01/2004 | 040604003A | 10011209 | Vehicle is difficult to fill with fuel or filling station pump shuts off before tank is full or fuel spits back/out when filling tank. *tt | 01/10/2005 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP | |||||
| 3043 | 01/01/2004 | 10009390 | Fuel splash from filler neck after filling tank after 04-06-04-003. *tt | 09/27/2004 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM | |||||
| PIT-3046E | 08/01/2008 | 10026704 | Gmc: fuel gauge fluctuation in park or neutral, causing the low fuel light to illuminate. *pe | 12/04/2008 | |
| 3208 | 10/13/2006 | 3208C | 10010607 | 4wd inoperative and or erratic fuel gauge and or diagnostic trouble code's. *eh | 12/02/2004 |
| 3046A | 3046B | 10009382 | Fuel gauge fluctuation in park or neutral. *tt | 09/27/2004 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||||
| 07076 | 10/01/2008 | 07076A | 10026522 | Gm: special coverage adjustment - fuel tank modular reservoir assembly corrosion. csc letter was received. updated 11/6/08. *pe updated 5/5/09. csc letter was received. *pe | 11/04/2008 |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | ||||||
| PE07013 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 03/12/2007 | 07/10/2007 | FUEL PUMP MODULE LEAKS GASOLINE | ||
| Odi has received reports that the fuel pump module leaks fuel and or vapor underneath the vehicle.gm states, the failure mechanism is corrosion of the fuel pump module flange which may lead to a fuel leak.corrosion of the fuel pump module flange is the result of the vehicle operating in a corrosive environment.odi has upgraded this pe to engineering analysis (ea07-009) to further assess this issue. | ||||||
| EA07009 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 07/10/2007 | 08/28/2008 | FUEL PUMP MODULE LEAKS GASOLINE | ||
| During the course of this ea investigation, odi observed that the majority of the complaints (88%) and warranty claims (94%) were reported for vehicles that are registered for use in the salt belt region of the us.this area includes 20 states in the northeast, mid atlantic and the midwest regions and the district of columbia.consumers in the salt belt region reported to odi that they could smell fuel vapors in their vehicles while driving.upon further examination of their vehicles, they discovered that fuel vapors were coming out of the top of the fuel tank. this condition is caused by corrosion of the return and sender lines of the fuel pump module.water and road salt collect on top of the fuel pump leading to small pinholes appearing on the fuel lines.fuel may leak and collect on top of the module and/or spill onto the ground.the data evaluated under this investigation reflect a relatively low frequency of occurrence that largely arises in salt belt states.gm has extended the warranty on the subject component to ten years or 120,000 miles.further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted at this time; accordingly, this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.for additional information select document search. | ||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE | ||||||
| PE04001 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 01/05/2004 | 05/07/2004 | FUEL SPILLAGE DURING REFUELING | ||
| This investigation was opened on the model year (my) 2003 chevrolet trailblazer.based on gm's information request (ir) response, odi added to its analysis the my 2003 gmc envoy and oldsmobile bravada vehicles.these vehicles share the same vehicle platform (gm 360/370) and fuel fill components.incident summary numbers reported above include these vehicles.epa regulates the fuel dispensing rates at filling stations and gm states that the reports of spitback for the subject vehicles are principally caused by fuel dispensing pumps exceeding the rate specified by epa.odi finds that the rate of complaints, field reports and warranty is low compared to other vehicles that have been recalled for a spitback issue.a safety-related defect trend has not been identified at this time and further use of the agency resources does not appear to be warranted.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.see attached report for additional information. | ||||||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP | ||||||
| PE04001 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 01/05/2004 | 05/07/2004 | FUEL SPILLAGE DURING REFUELING | ||
| This investigation was opened on the model year (my) 2003 chevrolet trailblazer.based on gm's information request (ir) response, odi added to its analysis the my 2003 gmc envoy and oldsmobile bravada vehicles.these vehicles share the same vehicle platform (gm 360/370) and fuel fill components.incident summary numbers reported above include these vehicles.epa regulates the fuel dispensing rates at filling stations and gm states that the reports of spitback for the subject vehicles are principally caused by fuel dispensing pumps exceeding the rate specified by epa.odi finds that the rate of complaints, field reports and warranty is low compared to other vehicles that have been recalled for a spitback issue.a safety-related defect trend has not been identified at this time and further use of the agency resources does not appear to be warranted.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.see attached report for additional information. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
| 03/01/2012 | |||
| Strong oder of fuel, ses light on, leak from neck or pump (unsure of exact location) | |||
| 12/02/2011 | 120018 | ||
| At start up, when car is cold, there is a strong fuel smell. was told it was something in vapor recovery system. | |||
| 12/17/2011 | 54000 | ||
| I have 2003 gmc envoy, smell gas fumes when gas tank is half full, no gas is leaking on the ground. will chevy cover some of these repairs? seems like a number of owners have this same problem,. | |||
| 11/05/2011 | |||
| I was driving down the road and fist off, my speedometer went crazy. then my fuel gauge went all the way to full, then to empty. then it wouldn't work at all. there was plenty of gas in the tank too, i took to a mechanic and he replaced thermostat, but it didn't fix the problem. i'm still having the problem and heard there is a recall on the 2005-2007, and it appears i'm having the same problem on this 2003 that they are having now with the newer ones and the 2003 should be included in a recall. please evaluate. i only have 107k miles on the truck. i was told, a recall could cover up to 120k miles, so i still have some way to go before i should not be included in the recall. my service engine light is staying on too, although it's been checked numerous times and it's always something to do with the fuel system and too expensive to get fixed. now i am having major problems because of it. | |||
| 10/01/2011 | 134000 | ||
| Fuel leak coming from top of gas tank. i suspect it is the fuel pump module.severe rust and limited visibility prevented me from identifying 100 percent.talked to gm, they know of the problem but since it happened 14,000 miles beyond their extended special warranty for this, they will do nothing. bad design is a bad design regardless of miles or years. very dangerous having a leak this bad. will fix myself when i come up with the money. | |||
| 10/09/2011 | 80000 | ||
| My gas gauge has been inaccurately giving the proper fuel level. today i noticed the gauge is now stuck way past the full level and does not move. | |||
| 09/13/2011 | 141035 | ||
| I took my vehicle to the gmc dealership because of a distinct gas odor by the vehicle. i had previously received a cautionary letter from gmc that there could be a problem with the fuel pump involving pooling and pitting and extending the warranty to ten years to correct the defect. the inspection at the dealership stated that there was a fuel leak from the top of the fuel tank area-fuel pump module leaking the service advisor was sufficiently concerned to offer me a replacement vehicle to drive until the repair was made. he said that if i were to hit something and create a spark i could be in jeopardy. i was also concerned about a stray cigarette butt thrown out a window. he also gave me the customer assurance telephone number to call to file a claim. i did call the next morning and information was given and i was given a case number and told that the district would call me. when i received the call from that office she told me they would call me the following day. ten minutes later she called back and said that gm would not offer any assistance. they obviously knew there was a potential problem or they would not have sent out warning letters. i believe it should have been a recall considering the potential hazards involved. i wonder how many people did not read the letter and subsequently had repairs made at their own expense so they never reported the problem. it was a costly repair and i feel they should have covered the expense. i count myself lucky that it is not my serviving family filing this complaint. | |||
| 10/28/2010 | 62000 | ||
| Check engine light illuminated on instrument cluster. diagnostics indicated a code po 442. this code is indicative of a fuel system leak in the evaporative emission system. replaced gas cap. problem not resolved. filled vehicle with gasoline in october 2010 and several times since. strong odor of gasoline is present. each time fuel nozzle fails to shut off fuel from gasoline pump and gasoline is spilled on the ground near driver side rear door creating an environmental and major safety hazzard. vehicle never in accident or modified in any way. vehicle hass 62,000 miles. a courtesy general motors repair program is in place for these vehicles if the long wheelbase models. numerous occurences in the short wheelbase models also. this is a known defect according to the gm dealer that services the vehicle, but they want over $1500 to replace the fuel tank and the tank unit which includes the fuel pump, guage, and hose connections. there is no guarantee this will fix the diagnostic code that sets the check engine lamp, or the problem of gasoline leakage/spillage. the vehicle will not pass a state safety inspection and therefore is not allowed on the road. a forced recall should absolutely be made for these vehicles. at a cost of over $35,000 for this vehicle, and the hazzards it represents, it is a total travisty that gm refuses to stand behind their product. | |||
| 10/28/2010 | 62000 | ||
| Check engine light illuminated on instrument cluster. diagnostics indicated a code po 442. this code is indicative of a fuel system leak in the evaporative emission system. replaced gas cap. problem not resolved. filled vehicle with gasoline in october 2010 and several times since. strong oder of gasoline is present. each time fuel nozzle fails to shut off fuel from gasoline pump and gasoline is spilled on the ground near passenger side rear door creating an environmental and major safety hazzard. vehicle never in accident or modified in any way. vehicle hass 62,000 miles. a courtesy general motors repair program is in place for these vehicles if the long wheelbase models. numerous occurences in the short wheelbase models also. this is a known defect according to the gm dealer that services the vehicle, but they want over $1500 to replace the fuel tank and the tank unit which includes the fuel pump, guage, and hose connections. there is no guarantee this will fix the diagnostic code that sets the check engine lamp, or the problem of gasoline leakage/spillage. the vehicle will not pass a state safety inspection and therefore is not allowed on the road. a forced recall should absolutely be made for these vehicles. at a cost of over $35,000 for this vehicle, and the hazzards it represents, it is a total travisty that gm refuses to stand behind their product. | |||
| 10/28/2010 | 62000 | ||
| Check engine light illuminated on instrument cluster. diagnostics indicated a code po 442. this code is indicative of a fuel system leak in the evaporative emission system. replaced gas cap. problem not resolved. filled vehicle with gasoline in october 2010 and several times since. strong odor of gasoline is present. each time fuel nozzle fails to shut off fuel from gasoline pump and gasoline is spilled on the ground near driver side rear door creating an environmental and major safety hazzard. vehicle never in accident or modified in any way. vehicle hass 62,000 miles. a courtesy general motors repair program is in place for these vehicles if the long wheelbase models. numerous occurences in the short wheelbase models also. this is a known defect according to the gm dealer that services the vehicle, but they want over $1500 to replace the fuel tank and the tank unit which includes the fuel pump, guage, and hose connections. there is no guarantee this will fix the diagnostic code that sets the check engine lamp, or the problem of gasoline leakage/spillage. the vehicle will not pass a state safety inspection and therefore is not allowed on the road. a forced recall should absolutely be made for these vehicles. at a cost of over $35,000 for this vehicle, and the hazzards it represents, it is a total travisty that gm refuses to stand behind their product. | |||
| 10/28/2010 | 62000 | ||
| Check engine light illuminated on instrument cluster. diagnostics indicated a code po 442. this code is indicative of a fuel system leak in the evaporative emission system. replaced gas cap. problem not resolved. filled vehicle with gasoline in october 2010 and several times since. strong oder of gasoline is present. each time fuel nozzle fails to shut off fuel from gasoline pump and gasoline is spilled on the ground near passenger side rear door creating an environmental and major safety hazzard. vehicle never in accident or modified in any way. vehicle hass 62,000 miles. a courtesy general motors repair program is in place for these vehicles if the long wheelbase models. numerous occurences in the short wheelbase models also. this is a known defect according to the gm dealer that services the vehicle, but they want over $1500 to replace the fuel tank and the tank unit which includes the fuel pump, guage, and hose connections. there is no guarantee this will fix the diagnostic code that sets the check engine lamp, or the problem of gasoline leakage/spillage. the vehicle will not pass a state safety inspection and therefore is not allowed on the road. a forced recall should absolutely be made for these vehicles. at a cost of over $35,000 for this vehicle, and the hazzards it represents, it is a total travisty that gm refuses to stand behind their product. | |||
| 10/28/2010 | 62000 | ||
| Check engine light illuminated on instrument cluster. diagnostics indicated a code po 442. this code is indicative of a fuel system leak in the evaporative emission system. replaced gas cap. problem not resolved. filled vehicle with gasoline in october 2010 and several times since. strong odor of gasoline is present. each time fuel nozzle fails to shut off fuel from gasoline pump and gasoline is spilled on the ground near driver side rear door creating an environmental and major safety hazzard. vehicle never in accident or modified in any way. vehicle hass 62,000 miles. a courtesy general motors repair program is in place for these vehicles if the long wheelbase models. numerous occurences in the short wheelbase models also. this is a known defect according to the gm dealer that services the vehicle, but they want over $1500 to replace the fuel tank and the tank unit which includes the fuel pump, guage, and hose connections. there is no guarantee this will fix the diagnostic code that sets the check engine lamp, or the problem of gasoline leakage/spillage. the vehicle will not pass a state safety inspection and therefore is not allowed on the road. a forced recall should absolutely be made for these vehicles. at a cost of over $35,000 for this vehicle, and the hazzards it represents, it is a total travisty that gm refuses to stand behind their product. | |||
| 10/28/2010 | 62000 | ||
| Check engine light illuminated on instrument cluster. diagnostics indicated a code po 442. this code is indicative of a fuel system leak in the evaporative emission system. replaced gas cap. problem not resolved. filled vehicle with gasoline in october 2010 and several times since. strong oder of gasoline is present. each time fuel nozzle fails to shut off fuel from gasoline pump and gasoline is spilled on the ground near passenger side rear door creating an environmental and major safety hazzard. vehicle never in accident or modified in any way. vehicle hass 62,000 miles. a courtesy general motors repair program is in place for these vehicles if the long wheelbase models. numerous occurences in the short wheelbase models also. this is a known defect according to the gm dealer that services the vehicle, but they want over $1500 to replace the fuel tank and the tank unit which includes the fuel pump, guage, and hose connections. there is no guarantee this will fix the diagnostic code that sets the check engine lamp, or the problem of gasoline leakage/spillage. the vehicle will not pass a state safety inspection and therefore is not allowed on the road. a forced recall should absolutely be made for these vehicles. at a cost of over $35,000 for this vehicle, and the hazzards it represents, it is a total travisty that gm refuses to stand behind their product. | |||
| 10/28/2010 | 62000 | ||
| Check engine light illuminated on instrument cluster. diagnostics indicated a code po 442. this code is indicative of a fuel system leak in the evaporative emission system. replaced gas cap. problem not resolved. filled vehicle with gasoline in october 2010 and several times since. strong odor of gasoline is present. each time fuel nozzle fails to shut off fuel from gasoline pump and gasoline is spilled on the ground near driver side rear door creating an environmental and major safety hazzard. vehicle never in accident or modified in any way. vehicle hass 62,000 miles. a courtesy general motors repair program is in place for these vehicles if the long wheelbase models. numerous occurences in the short wheelbase models also. this is a known defect according to the gm dealer that services the vehicle, but they want over $1500 to replace the fuel tank and the tank unit which includes the fuel pump, guage, and hose connections. there is no guarantee this will fix the diagnostic code that sets the check engine lamp, or the problem of gasoline leakage/spillage. the vehicle will not pass a state safety inspection and therefore is not allowed on the road. a forced recall should absolutely be made for these vehicles. at a cost of over $35,000 for this vehicle, and the hazzards it represents, it is a total travisty that gm refuses to stand behind their product. | |||
| 10/28/2010 | 62000 | ||
| Check engine light illuminated on instrument cluster. diagnostics indicated a code po 442. this code is indicative of a fuel system leak in the evaporative emission system. replaced gas cap. problem not resolved. filled vehicle with gasoline in october 2010 and several times since. strong oder of gasoline is present. each time fuel nozzle fails to shut off fuel from gasoline pump and gasoline is spilled on the ground near passenger side rear door creating an environmental and major safety hazzard. vehicle never in accident or modified in any way. vehicle hass 62,000 miles. a courtesy general motors repair program is in place for these vehicles if the long wheelbase models. numerous occurences in the short wheelbase models also. this is a known defect according to the gm dealer that services the vehicle, but they want over $1500 to replace the fuel tank and the tank unit which includes the fuel pump, guage, and hose connections. there is no guarantee this will fix the diagnostic code that sets the check engine lamp, or the problem of gasoline leakage/spillage. the vehicle will not pass a state safety inspection and therefore is not allowed on the road. a forced recall should absolutely be made for these vehicles. at a cost of over $35,000 for this vehicle, and the hazzards it represents, it is a total travisty that gm refuses to stand behind their product. | |||
| 11/15/2009 | 50000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2003 gmc envoy. while the contact was driving approximately 45 mph he noticed the check engine light turned on. the warning indicator remained on until the engine was shut off. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they determined the fuel tank tube was cracked. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 50,000. vin was unavailable. ds | |||
| 05/15/2009 | 65000 | ||
| Strong smell of fuel coming from behind the driver side rear door. check engine light on when code is checked... states small emmision leak present. upon doing a little web research find it to be caused by a leaking fuel tank. appears to have a recall on tank for xl model which inturn is the same tank but the sle model is not covered under recall. if orginal recall was issued for safety concern why not comply for all models | |||
| 09/13/2010 | 41599 | ||
| Vehicle is a 2003 gmc envoy. gas fumes were noticed coming from the rear of the vehicle. also, check engine light came on. took vehicle to gm dealer and was told that there was a crack in the plastic gas tank near the filler neck. was told that gm has been having problems with this but no recalls or repair bulletins. therefore, since vehicle was out of warranty i would have to pay $1350.00 for repairs. i see this as a safety issue. gm should be recalling these plastic gas tanks and replacing them at no cost to the customer as this is a safety issue. the vehicle could catch on fire! note: vehicle was not in any traffic accidents or used for off-road driving or abused in any way. gas tank should not have cracked. also, i have seen many other similar complaints on the internet identical to this one so it is a common problem to the envoy and trailblazer family. | |||
| 10/06/2010 | 93089 | ||
| Leaking fuel at the fuel filler neck on the fuel tank | |||
| 12/10/2007 | 60000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2003 gmc envoy; she stated that on december 2007, the driver and passenger doors opened intermittently causing her to hold the door while driving. she contacted the dealer who advised that the diagnosis would be cover at her expense. she also stated that while filling the gas tank the fuel started overspilling, she had to reduce the intake of gas. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 60,000 and current mileage was 180,000. | |||
| 06/07/2010 | 135000 | ||
| 2003 gmc envoy filler neck leaking. this is a known issue and there is a recall. when i took my truck to the dealership it had this issue but the recall is for the xl model. this is a major safety issue. how can they mess around with leaking gas? it is a 1200+ repair that should be covered. | |||
| 05/01/2010 | 85000 | ||
| Fuel leak due to corrosion of the fuel pump/sender assembly | |||
| 12/19/2009 | 97473 | 1 | |
| 1) check engine light! 2) advised the gas cap was probably not tightened properly system reset and light appeared in 100 miles. technician found gm service bulletin 05-06-04-014a: info - diagnostic aids for trouble codes p0440, p0455 & / or p0442 fuel was leaking from the crack 2002 - 2004 envoy may have issues with a crack in the gas tank filler neck 3) replaced fuel tank at my expense as gm would do nothing. technician advised that the filler neck broke off completely with minimal pressure *tw | |||
| 01/06/2010 | 1 | ||
| We have a 2003 gmc envoy slt. everytime we put gas in the vehicle it doesn't shut off like it should. the gas will overflow and go all on the vehicle and all on the ground. we have owned the truck for approx. 1.5 months. this happens everytime we get gas. i have never had a vehicle do this everytime. it has been from different gas stations. *tr | |||
| 07/31/2009 | 119451 | 1 | |
| Gas fumes coming from 2003 gmc envoy. took to service department at authorized dealer. gm refuses to fix problem which is covered under service bulletin 07076/nhtsa item #10026522. gm customer service refuses to replace tank that is cracked due to corrosion caused by fuel tank modular reservoir. service bulletin state all repairs will be made with no charge to the customer. envoy has been in the repair shop for 5 days. *tr | |||
| 03/09/2009 | 135356 | 1 | |
| 2003 envoy slt -135,000 miles --ses light on, local mechanic said small evap code indicated inlet checkvalve fracture- they said go to gm dealer for help with this,info printout from local mechanic given to me- all data motor said recall spec. coverage for ext. size models of envoys etc. offered by gm for period of 10 yrs or 150,000 miles.(also 11/04 they did work warranty work on code 440 and replaced seals,tank unit, i think they caused this because i was having the ses light on&off years and just told loose gas cap- so i bought a new one but now this! dealer looked and said no after i was there for 5 hrs. said i could buy a new gas tank @ $1200. i said i didn't have the money. told i could call gm so i did. thought i would get goodwill help for same problem as they paid for the extended models. i talked to two reps .rep said my vin was listed in the coverage range of #'s but not my model. but she proceeded to take my info in order to get me some help..dealer called me back 4 days later in a hurry to look at it again with another mechanic that apparently their district gm person said to do. the home office for the gm service person called them with my complaint. they still looked at it and saw the gas leak at the icv and then still just told me no that my model didn't qualify for help like the extended envoys did. i told them it appeared to be the same engineering problem so why wouldn't my model be covered? my service rep just said i would have to buy a tank. i said no. he said just keep the gas tank below half full. so that is what i have done for the past week. i don't want to trigger that ses light by filling up the tank near that hose inlet. this does not make sense that they will not cover this problem for my model- is there some big difference on extended length? maybe enough short envoys and trailblazers haven't sought help for the same problem. is the engineering design of gastank and icv different on the short and long model envoy?? *tr | |||
| 02/05/2009 | 60000 | 1 | |
| Had gas pouring from 2003 gmc envoy. the sending return part is bad, the gmc dealer said part is over $400 and has to be ordered from california, my warranty does not cover it and from what i have read on here, it has been quite a few envoys with the same problem. my envoy was originally a lease and came from pa which we were not told. we were told the warranty we purchased covered bumper to bumper but does not, the part will be 5 days coming and meantime, i have no car to drive until ?i get it back. i think since the gas leaks so much, and could have caused a fire or and an explosion something needs to be done. thank you for any information you may be able to offer. *tr | |||
| 02/05/2009 | 1 | ||
| When driving my 2003 envoy it smelled strongly of gas and upon parking, it was leaking gas all over the ground, i had it towed and the sending unit was bad, if it had sparked or there had been an aec, it could have caught fire and the cost is $ 1000.00 and i have to pay out of pocket. the first extended service corporation will not cover it, the warranty was falsely offered to me by the sales rep at waestcott buick burlington nc and was costly and worthless. the envoy was a lease out of pa, which also was not disclosed to us. this has been a huge cost and disappointment. *tr | |||
| 11/19/2008 | |||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2003 gmc envoy. while driving approximately 60 mph on normal road conditions, the contact smelled a strong odor of fuel coming from outside of the vehicle. the check engine warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel and remained lit until the engine was turned off. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing and the technician stated that the fuel tank needed to be replaced. the vehicle has not been repaired. the vin was unknown. the failure mileage was unknown and current mileage was 90,000. | |||
| 07/02/2008 | 45860 | 1 | |
| I could smell a gasoline odor around my 2003 envoy (45,860 miles). took vehicle to coulter of tempe (an authorized gm dealer) and was advised of a leak at fuel inlet to tank pipe area. was told gas tank would need to be replaced. gm has had a similar problem with the 2003 envoy xls and issued a letter dated june 2007 covering the entire amount of replacing these fuel tanks for 10 years or 150,000 miles. this coverage should be extended to all 2003 envoys and a possible recall issued as this leak at the fuel filler neck seam at the tank is not easily identified unless vehicle is hoisted on a lift. they did offer us a deal where we were charged a warranty deductible of $500, but i feel this repair should have been covered in its entirety. *tr | |||
| 10/18/2007 | 65417 | 3 | 12/28/2002 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2003 gmc envoy. the contact stated that the vehicle would start after a few seconds. she also noticed a gaseous odor and a fuel leak underneath the vehicle. the mechanic stated that a rusted fuel module caused the failure and he replaced the fuel module. there had been no other occurrences. the current and failure mileages were 65,417. | |||
| 08/01/2003 | 1 | 08/01/2003 | |
| Also every time i fill my gas tank, gas comes back up and spills out, it does not matter if i leave the nozzle in, take it out immediately, and i am never topping the tank off. when i had it back to the dealer they said they were unaware of any problems. *la | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY | |||
| 09/27/2007 | 44300 | 1 | 03/01/2003 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2003 gmc envoy. gasoline fumes entered the passenger compartment of the vehicle. the dealer stated that the fuel sending unit was corroded the module was replaced. the current and failure mileages were 44,300. updated 01-15-08. *kb updated 12/12/07*jb | |||
| 01/01/2003 | 7 | 12/28/2002 | |
| 2003 gmc envoy with a list of problems **nar**cc the consumer began to hear a knocking and pinging in the engine on cold starts and felt a hesitation when the automatic transmission shifted into gear. after many complaints, it was finally discovered the engine knock was due to shorter pistons in the re-designed engine and the hesitation in the transmission shifting required reprogramming. the consumer was told he would have to live with the engine knock, because it could be more trouble taking the engine apart. on a separate occasion, the engine stalled due to the battery dying. from april 2004 to october 2004 the battery failed several times and had to be re-charged. during that same time the engine light illuminated and each time it happened, the dealer would have to reprogram the engine computer. the radio was not functioning properly which primarily consisted of static. the driver information center control knobs as well as the radio knobs wore out. the front center console was loose. it was discovered that the engine light was coming on because the third stop light that's on the top of the liftgate malfunctioned. there was a short circuit in the stop light. the cooling fan broke, the brakes and the left front head lamp had to be replaced. the rear tail lights, directional and signal lights have been replaced several times. the lug nut broke while a replacement tire was being mounted on the vehicle. the front stabilizer linkage was replaced. the gas tank had to be replaced along with the fuel lines and a seal on the tank due to a leak. the seat belt was designed poorly and the belt cuts into the consumers neck. the drivers side door didn't close properly, the windshield wipers were replaced within the first 2 years. *jb | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||
| 02/09/2008 | 72800 | 1 | 03/11/2006 |
| We smelled gas fumes and was losing fuel out of the top of gas tank. the fuel tank was removed and we found gas standing on top of the tank. we found the fuel pump had rusted and the metal lines coming out of the pum was leaking. we order a new pump and filter installed them and put fuel tank back in truck. now it is ok no fumes or leaks. *tr | |||
| 05/19/2007 | 1 | ||
| Smelled fuel for several weeks. it gradually got worse, from just smelling it when i was outside the vehicle to smelling inside. took to gm dealership in town. the dealership replaced the fuel sending unit. it had corroded to the point that when fuel was pumping it pumped fuel onto the top of the tank. $750.00 was the bill. *tr | |||
| 03/01/2007 | 62000 | 1 | 06/30/2003 |
| Fuel pump module (fuel sending unit) corrodes and leaks fuel. and give faulty reading at the gas reading gauge. not able to check if tank is empty. *jb | |||
| 11/27/2002 | 0 | 12/15/2002 | |
| I bought a 2003 envoy xl 11 days before the incident. we went into a restaurant, came back out after eating and the car would not start. i was 150 miles away from home. the car had less than 1000 miles on it and had to be towed away. i had to leave the car, get a rental (which was paid for), and was told it was the fuel pump, which the dealer stated they had never had happen before. i told the dealer i was not comfortable with that car, but was told this was a unheard of problem. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 11/19/2007 | 65000 | 1 | 12/10/2002 |
| 2003 gmc envoy. fuel leak. began smelling strong fuel odor. per shop, fuel leak. result: had to replace fuel tank / pump. old part is not available. *tr | |||
| 02/15/2007 | 41000 | 1 | 12/01/2005 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2003 gmc envoy. while idling at a traffic light, the contacts vehicle was rear ended. the dealer stated that the gas tank was cracked on the vehicle. a geico representative assessed the damage and stated that the cracked gas tank was the result of safety recall # 02v121000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). the rear bumper and hitch were damaged due to the crash. a police report was filed. the purchase date was unknown. the current mileage is 42,000 and failure mileage was 41,000. the consumer provided a police report and pictures of the damaged vehicle. updated 11/08/07 *tr | |||
| 1 | |||
| While traveling consumer smelled a fuel odor inside vehicle. consumer pulled vehicle over, and noticed fuel leaking from under vehicle . dealership serviced vehicle, and noticed fuel line was disconnected.*ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE | |||
| 03/09/2008 | 90521 | 1 | 07/12/2007 |
| There seems to be an overwhelming amount of error code po442 in the 2003 gmc envoy and chevy trailblazers. this code is a faulty gas tank that over time develops a small leak. the only way to fix it is to replace the tank. this cost anywhere between $1000 - $1500 to replace. if there is a gas leak there can be a fire!!! *tr | |||
| 07/17/2007 | 78000 | 1 | 03/30/2003 |
| I own a 2003 gmc envoy. i am the original owner. the service engine light came on so we visited the local dealership to find out what was wrong. upon testing the vehicle there was a crack found at the stem of the fuel tank. it had been leaking fuel and loosing pressure causing the light to illuminate. the repair bill is around $1400 for a safety hazard that was no fault of mine. the service manager said that it was a bad design due to epa regulations on venting the cap and that he had seen many of these. i contacted gm and they were not willing to help. they offered a discount on a new or used car. there is no current recall but the more i look into this, there have been many issues of this happening. this problem could kill many people. *jb | |||
| 07/28/2006 | 10 | ||
| When i fill my envoy with gas, it will not stop when it is full. the gas then spills over onto the side of the suv and causes me to clean it immediately and smell like gas. i know that it is the suv and not the pump because it doesn't happen with my other vehicle at the same pump. *jb | |||
| 07/07/2006 | 80000 | 1 | 03/15/2003 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while driving 10 mph the vehicle stalled and was maneuvered off the road. when the vehicle was being prepared to be towed the towman noticed gas leaking. the dealer confirmed the leak and determined the tank shifted causing the gas line to crack. the dealer replaced the entire gas tank which corrected the problem. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - AUXILLARY TANK - SELECTOR DEVICES | |||
| 01/02/2008 | 1 | ||
| Gas leak on 2003 gmc envoy *cn | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| 05/01/2012 | 1 | 01/01/2003 | |
| 2003 gmc envoy. consumer writes in regards to a defective fuel tank. *tgw according to the repair invoice, the fuel tank neck was cracked and leaking. | |||
| 01/01/1901 | 1 | ||
| 2003 gmc envoy. consumer states vehicle has fuel tank leaking problem. *tgw a bulletin was issued for the problem, but the consumers vin was not included. *jb | |||
| 03/21/2008 | 53629 | 1 | 06/15/2007 |
| Engine light came on to let me know that i needed to get the vehicle to the repair shop. i took the car in and they found that the gas tank had a crack at the top portion. the gas tank was replaced. *tr | |||
| 03/07/2008 | 59000 | 1 | 03/01/2003 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2003 gmc envoy. the contact smelled gasoline, but did not pay it any attention initially. his son entered the vehicle later and also smelled the strong odor. the following day the contact filled up the tank with gasoline and the smell intensified. when he arrived home, he noticed a fuel leak by the rear driver side wheel. a mechanic stated that the leak originated from the top of the fuel tank where the fuel pump connects. the contact dropped the vehicle off at the dealer the next day and they stated that the leak originated from the gas tank, and it needed to be completely replaced. the vehicle is still at the dealer. the current and failure mileages were 59,000. updated 04/16/08. *lj the transmission was slipping and would not engage in 1st gear. the air condtion was blowing hot air. the ignition swithc shorted out. | |||
| 07/01/2007 | 55000 | 1 | 01/01/2003 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2003 gmc envoy. the contact stated that the fuel tank was leaking at the entrance to the fuel tank. prior to the failure, the service engine light continued to illuminate on the instrument panel. the fuel mileage decreased due to the leak. the dealer replaced the fuel tank at the cost of $1,300. the dealer stated that no recalls were available for this defect. the failure mileage was 55,000 and current mileage was 62,000. updated 02-19-08 *bf the consumer stated the tank leak was detected and replaced by a local dealer @ russel's automotive. updated 02/19/08 *tr | |||
| 11/19/2007 | 65000 | 1 | 12/10/2002 |
| 2003 gmc envoy. fuel leak. began smelling strong fuel odor. per shop, fuel leak. result: had to replace fuel tank / pump. old part is not available. *tr | |||
| 07/09/2006 | 52000 | 1 | 08/06/2003 |
| A plastic gas tank that was installed new on my 2003 gmc envoy cracked and is releasing fuel fumes. *nm | |||
| 11/15/2004 | 29000 | 15 | 08/22/2003 |
| There is a fueling problem with the vehicle. the problem is intermittent but happens regularly enough (30% to 40% of the time) to have the potential to be a safety hazard or cause serious physical hazard to the operator. the vehicle on occasion will not accept gas into the fuel tank and then will immediately cut off the fuel supply and then back up and splash fuel out onto the operator while attempting to fuel the vehicle. it may take numerous attempts before the tank will accept the fuel, all the while splashing fuel out of the filler on each attempt. on other occasions, the tank, as it approaches full, will just splash gas out of the fuel filler without warning or any indication without cutting off the gas pump fill hose as it normally would. this condition can be a serious physical and health hazard to the operator since gas gets on the skin and the cloths of the operator, causing a burning sensation and subjecting the operator to other safety concerns. the fuel spill can also be considered an environmental and fire hazard. a number of different gas pumps and gas stations have been tried with the same results during fueling. this would rule out a problem with one pump or filling station causing the problem. the problem has even occurred in different cities. *jb | |||
| 01/01/2004 | 1 | 05/25/2003 | |
| When filling up the gas tank, often times the pump will not stop and the pump will run about 3-5 seconds longer than it should, causing gas to spill. dealer checked and found no problems (but saw on the website another user experienced the same thing). *jb | |||
| 09/02/2003 | 5800 | 2 | 01/18/2003 |
| My 2003 gmc envoy has a defective fuel tank. according to the dealer the tank has a small crack in the vapor recovery line. dealer and gmc claims that it is not a hazzard but there is a very strong gasoline oder when the vehicle is started or stoped and it continues for some time until the engine is warm. dealer claims the tank is being redesigned gmc will not confirm or deny. what i know is the part has an expected but not definet 4 to 6 week delivery time. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP | |||
| 01/26/2007 | 51100 | 1 | 07/06/2005 |
| A cracking has occurred where the gasoline filler tube connects to the tank. that caused a vacuum leak, which caused the service engine soon light to illuminate. dealership has diagnosed, and confirmed cracking and advised gasoline leaking could occur and recommends replacing tank. 1.vacuum leak renders gasoline tank emissions system inefficient. 2. if gasoline leak occurs, it is then a fire hazard. the dealership communicated to us, he has seen similar failures in that vehicle model (gmc envoy). *nm | |||
| 05/18/2006 | 79505 | 1 | |
| Dt*: the contact stated while pumping fuel into the tank, gasoline was noticed dripping under the vehicle. the vehicle was driven to the dealer who determined there was a crack at the base of the filler pipe and the tank needed to be replaced. *ak | |||
| 12 | 1 | ||
| When putting gas in the vehicle it spills over.*ak | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | |||
| 12/10/2010 | |||
| I have 03 gmc envoy that i take very good care of. i have been smelling gas lately and not seen any gas leaking. the gas oder gradually has been getting stronger and stronger. eventually i was able to tell that there is a gas leak, but is only leaking a small amount while the truck is running. now my envoy reeks of gasoline all the time outside and sometimes inside when the heat is on and ideling. seems the gas pools on an indent on top of the gas tank and when i pull into my driveway(down a steep hill and sharp turn) it all pours out. seems that everyone is having the same type problems. seems to me this is a bad design on gm's behalf.......maybe they will step up to the plate and fix this obvious defect. i wonder if they still produce them like this? i can only assume that this affects so many other models. yikes! thats a lot of people who are in danger or got stuck with a lofty repair bill | |||
| 09/28/2009 | 69500 | 1 | |
| Vehicle: 2003 gmc envoy failure: speedometor and fuel gauge stopped working. the dealer states this is a very common problem and gm known about this defect but refuse to do anything about it. the instrument cluster needs to be replaced , approx cost of repair is $500 (part & labor). i am very uncomfortable to drive not knowing how fast i am going especially when drive with my baby in gmc envoy. *tr | |||
| 04/06/2003 | 2000 | 9 | 02/07/2003 |
| The consumer took the vehicle in for the instrument panel not working. the odometer did not show a reading. the side mirrors moved on their own. *jb the radio was inoperative, there were problem with on star, the a/c freon was going into the vehicles interior, fuel leaked from the tank and had run down the left side of the vehicle/door, the bell light and message warned low fuel when the tank was at it's capacity, the liftgate would not latch. *sc | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM | |||
| 03/01/2007 | 62000 | 1 | 06/30/2003 |
| Fuel pump module (fuel sending unit) corrodes and leaks fuel. and give faulty reading at the gas reading gauge. not able to check if tank is empty. *jb | |||