Other Fuel System Pump problems of the 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt - part 1

#12192b excessive gas leak from fuel pump module while car is turned on. I see their is a special document for this problem.

"takata recall", gas tank, fuel pump was under warranty but fuel line between engine and gas tank was not. Several reports on internet and you tube show issues under the vehicle just past drivers door mid section. Over 400 to fix on fixed income, with thus being a gas leak and the lines not having a covering was a hazard in an accident and should be a recall item.

Strong odor of gas while vehicle is running and parked. No visible leak. Gm customer service stated it is not covered under recall or special coverage 12191b: special coverage adjustment � fuel odor or spotting on ground � replace fuel pump module � (Jul 8, 2015) even though vehicle exhibits symptoms described in the recall/special coverage. Gm knows about this problem and will not extend the coverage to other states with known problems. This is a highly unsafe defect. Gm must feel the cost of wrongful death lawsuits are more cost effective than doing the right thing and repairing these defects.

Tl the contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that a strong fuel odor was noticed when the driver parked the vehicle. A mechanic inspected the vehicle and found that the fuel pump module fractured. The fuel pump module was not replaced. The vehicle was not taken a dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 12v459000 (fuel system gasoline). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 83,652.

Smelled gas emitting from vehicle while parked, next day strong smell in vehicle, uncomfortable while driving. Took to garage and was told it was under recall for fuel pump and lines from the fuel pump. Took to gm dealership and was told that the fuel lines were cracked and disintergrated,(cited "northern car"). Having no recall effect. Pay 850. 00 plus out of pocket.

My fuel pump assembly return on the module cracked and disengaged from the pump (equinox) resulting in a bad gas leak. I had to replace it Friday, August 10, 2018. The cost was $691. 60.

Strong gasoline odor from vehicle when parked and during operation. Very likely same problem addressed in NHTSA campaign 09v419000. Recommend that recall should include all model years with faulty fuel pump assembly, and should apply nationwide, not just "hot" states.

Strong smell of gasoline coming from vehicle. Hesitation upon first starting vehicle. Obvious signs of a gasoline leak from cracked fuel pump modulator which posed a fire risk.

The dash message says power steering. As I was excellerating in the on ramp of the highway, the rpm jumped up to 6,000 all on its own and now it will not shift gears, does not read any mph, and can barely go more than 20mph. This was unexpected and had no warnings prior to. Although it still functions (turns on, runs, has all power available, has reverse) it is ultimately disabled. Also, the fuel lines/ fuel pump failed causing a gas leak, making it a challenge to start the vehicle. I have patched the fuel line as a temporary fix. I have already replaced the lower control arms and the timing chains at my own expense.

I have been smelling gas from my car for a few weeks now. I could even see it dripping when I stood close to the car. Had a mechanic look at it and he told me the fuel pump and hose needs to be replaced because it was cracked. He wanted $550 to repair it. I can't afford to repair it right now.

Issue #1) fuel leak from top of fuel tank. This creates a strong fuel smell in cabin during any operation, and fuel leaking on driveway after operation. Fumes are strong enough that any open flame in cabin would detonate creating death and/or critical injury. The fuel pump has been replaced once in Aug 2017 costing over $600 dollars. Issue #2) both interior front door handles have broken resulting in doors being unable to open doors normally. To open doors, windows must be cranked down opening doors using the outside handle. The failure area is where door latch cable connects to rear of door handles. Both door handles have been replaced, but replaced service handles have sharp edges from plastic flash. Both issues are critical to safe vehicle operation. This could result in death and/or critical injury if either issue fails during any vehicle operation. As a disabled veteran, husband and father, both vehicle issues are dangerous and lack the resources to keep repairing these failures. An investigation, recall and/or replacement is needed ASAP.

Car is smelling of gas and leaking from top of fuel pump/tank only when running. Scared of fire. Have seen there are recalls on other year models for same reasons. Have kids who ride in back seat getting sick from gas fumes and no other vehicles I can use.

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. While attempting to start the vehicle, it would not start. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 131,000.

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that the vehicle dashboard leaked water and the vehicle had an abnormal fuel odor. The failure occurred when the a/c and heater was activated. The contact stated that the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the vehicle had a crack fuel canister. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was also taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the vehicle had a cracked fuel pump. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was approximately 90,140.

I smelled fuel fumes real bad one morning so I took it to a mechanic and once they lifted it up, they said it was the fuel tank. So the next morning, which was Monday, I took it to my dealership gillman Chevrolet in san benito, texas. Before taking it, I decided to call so I can first make sure that there was a recall on the fuel tank. The gentleman I spoke to said "yes MA'am there is a recall and we can repair it". I said great, let me take it in. I left it there all day Monday and he assured me that it would be ready by the next day on Tuesday. Well come Tuesday and I get a call from the the same man telling me that the problem is not the fuel pump, it's the fuel tank. When did I say fuel pump? I said fuel tank. So nowwww it's not under warranty and it's going to cost me at least $700 to fix it. I told him had I known that it wasn't under warranty, I wouldn't have left my car sitting there for 2 days! I could've taken it somewhere else! it makes no sense to me! he said that he over looked it. Well how is that my fault??! now to drive it somewhere else which is dangerous! does something have to happen to me in order for them to want to help me?? this is nonsense!.

Tl- the contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that the vehicle would not start. The vehicle was taken to independent mechanic where it was diagnosed wires melted near the electrical fuel pump and the fuel tank had a crack. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. A recall was issued for the failure NHTSA campaign number 12v459000(fuel system, gasoline ) however this vehicles VIN was not included. The vehicle failure mileage was approximately 93,000. Kh.

Tl - the contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that there were fuel fumes emitting intermittently in and around the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the fuel pump module and the fuel lines were corroded which were causing fuel to leak. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact that the vehicle was included under NHTSA campaign number: 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 89,000. Djr.

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that fuel fumes emitted into the vehicle. The contact noticed a fuel leak above the tank. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a diagnostic of the failure. The technician verified there was a fuel leak and the fuel pump module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline). The approximate failure mileage was 67,297.

Noted fuel smell under car. Found puddle of fuel and corroded fuel lines at a plastic chassis bracket. Lines are coming from the pump running forward under the passenger door. Witnessed fuel dripping. Fuel lines are only inches from exhaust pipe which could be a source of ignition fire. Several online discussion boards mention this same issue as a problem with the Cobalt. There is a recall on the fuel pump but not on the fuel lines? this defect/poor quality fuel line material should be recalled as its a major fire/safety issue.

Strong smell of gasoline. Fuel leaking onto the ground. Repair garage stated the problems was cracked port on the fuel pump exactly like existing recall states (gm campaign number 12190). According to gm my vehicle is not part of the recall even though it is the same make, model and year, with the same defect. This recall needs to be expanded to include other vehicles (including my own) that are clearly defective.

My 2008 chevy Cobalt lt began to put off a strong fuel odor, both after being parked and while driving. I took it to a mechanic and it was confirmed that the fuel pump module had a crack in it and was leaking fuel onto the fuel tank. The mechanic replaced the fuel pump module and I personally payed for all the costs. A week later, I was notified by a friend with the same vehicle that they had received a notice for recall for this issue in the mail under NHTSA campaign id number: 12v459000 and they were fully reimbursed. I never received this notice in the mail, but I am requesting a reimbursement for having this issue fixed.

I have noticed since 06/20/2014 that I have been smelling gas fumes coming from the fuel pump area of my vehicle. I was told that the chevy Cobalts had recalls on some models, including 2008, in certain parts of the us. When I called to get an appt with the all star chevy in baker, louisiana to repair the recall for the ignition switch they told me they knew nothing about a fuel pump recall. Im very concerned and aggitated that I never received any notice of any such recalls and then to be told by a chevy that there was no recalls concerning fuel issues.

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. While driving approximately 50 mph, the contact noticed a burning odor. Approximately 15 minutes later, the contact turned off the vehicle and it would not restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who stated that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000.

I cant believe it's going to take gm months, years to fix colbalts ignition switches, there are also fuel pump recall4-13 but my area is "not hot enough" for a fuel pump recall that was advised for other areas???? wth ?? my appointment for ignition switch fix is months away, if I get killed my family is to sue gm for knowling holding up the solution!! come on!!!! get with it !!! gm sure gets their money quick but when its time to fix problems and make it right on gm's part they are slacking bad!!!.

Cracked fuel line attached to fuel pump started to leak fuel badly with a high possibility of a fire. Contacted dealership and it a stated that my vehicle was not included on any recalls related to this type of problem.

Fuel pump harness caught fire. Contacted gm about 2012 recall that I was not notified about. Explained to gm that the mechanic that worked on the Cobalt said fuel harness caught fire do to to much power at start up. And explained to gm that when I put the key in the ignition to start the car the wheel would lock. Gmwas very rude all the said was take other keys off ring and would not fix at the time the ignition. And wouldn't reimburse the cost of the fuel pump. This was three months ago before recalls I have taken the car to get the ignition fixed but dealer would not look into why airbag light goes off and on without anyone touching it.

I received a letter from Chevrolet warning me of the chance of a leak in a part leading to a fuel pump and the chance of a vehicle fire from the leak of gasoline. They did not offer to replace the part. I could not believe this. I think of the senario where one driving on the highway late at night and the leak of gasoline occurs in a desolate area. Chevrolet says to take the car to a Chevrolet dealer when you smell the gasoline. An ignition spark can cause a fire in your vehicle. The car should immediately be parked and the engine shut off. Chevrolet's response is ridiculous. That part should be replaced before that senario occurs. Please make Chevrolet recall the 2008 Cobalt before someone is seriously injured.

Tl- the contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle emitted a fuel odor while the vehicle was off as well as when it was running. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed that the fuel pump modulator needed to be replaced. The dealer also informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 12v459000 (fuel system: gasoline). The failure and current mileages were 118,000. Mah.

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, she smelled fuel inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who informed the contact that the plastic component on the fuel pump had fractured. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA camapign id number 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline). The failure and current mileages were approximately 99,000.

Strong odor of fuel comming form the fuel pump / tank area. Some of the various models & years were recalled, but not this car. When the car became hard to start, I replaced the fuel pump myself and that solved the problem and the fuel odor went away. We took the car to the Chevrolet dealer in December of 2011 to address an unrelated recall. They were made aware of the problem and acknoledged that there was a problem but stated "this car was not covered by a recall". In the last few weeks we didn't park the car inside of the garage because we thought it would catch fire.

Tl- the contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that the vehicle was leaking fuel at an alarming rate. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was confirmed that the fuel pump had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The failure mileage was 40,000. Kmj.

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that the vehicle was leaking fuel. The vehicle was taken to dealer. The technician diagnose that the fuel line that connected the pump to the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. However, the problem recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer. The technician stated that the return port on the fuel pump was cracked causing the leak. As a result, the fuel pump and fuel tank needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the NHTSA campaign number: 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline). The approximate failure mileage was 65,000.

Tl - the contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while parked, she exited the vehicle and smelled gasoline fuel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician advised the contact that the fuel pump module needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure and the current mileage was 61,767. Kmj.

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. While driving approximately 40 mph, the contact smelled a gasoline fuel odor coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing where the technician advised that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 108,000.

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that gasoline fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that there was a fuel leak and the fuel pump module needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included on any recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 73,429.