Other Fuel System Pump problems of the 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt - part 2

Tl- the contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that he could smell gasoline while outside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the vehicle was included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number: 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump) however, because the vehicle was over 120,000 miles, they would not service the vehicle under the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 175,000. Kmj.

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that the vehicle exhibited a fuel leak from the top filler and onto the fuel tank. The vehicle was taken to an auto mechanic who replaced the fuel pump unit. The manufacturer was notified who stated that although there was a recall for the failure under NHTSA campaign id number: 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump), the contact's VIN was not included in the recall campaign. The vehicle was repaired by the contact. The failure mileage was 52,277.

Gas fumes were smelled by my daughters passengers as they carpooled to college. When parked, I smelled gas fumes coming from the vehicle for up to 5 hours. My daughter could not use vehicle for fear of fire incident. I reported a severe decline in fuel economy for this vehicle, months ago. Prior to bringing the vehicle to my mechanic, I checked with the dealer for a recall on this model year, who reported no recall . On Thursday September 27th, 2012 mechanic discovered fuel leak from the fuel/propulsion system. I purchased a new fuel pump and filter and it was replaced. Fuel efficiency still severely deficient.

Tl-the contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. While driving approximately 35 mph, a strong odor of fuel emitted inside of the vehicle. When parked, the contact would also smell an odor of fuel outside of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an authorize dealer who stated the fuel pump would need to be replaced. The vehicle was in the process of being repaired. The manufacturer was notified and they informed the service warranty expired. The approximate failure mileage was 54,000. Kmj.

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated they smelled gasoline coming from the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to a mechanic and was told that the fuel line cracked. The fuel line and fuel pump were replaced because the fuel line assembly was one piece. The contact was advised by the manufacturer that NHTSA recall campaign id number: 12v459000) fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump) did not include louisiana. The failure mileage was 88,000 and the current mileage was 90,000.

I have a 2008 chevy Cobalt that we smelled gas fumes coming from back seat and at rear of vehicle, after inspecting vehicle found gas leak from top of gas tank from where the fuel pump goes into the tank, there is recall notices for 06,07,09 and so forth for texas but not for the 2008 in texas and I think it should be united states wide as this is could cause a major fire and kill innocent people in all states not just the ones with hot weather, as it is the vehicle is at dealer now for recall on power steering defect and checking on gas leak to see if it is coming from top of gas tank.

Upon parking my 2008 Cobalt, I could smell raw (unburned) gas. I did not see any drips on the ground but when I inspected underneath the vehicle; the fuel pump area near the gas tank, I could see liquid gas trails coming down and a build up of dirt which had coated the surrounding area due to the gas that had leaked and dried. The Cobalt was hesitating, the engine was serging and I also noticed a small drop in fuel mileage. I took my Cobalt to a local repair shop and they told me there was a crack in the fuel pump assembly and showed me the fuel pump assembly and I observed a leak at the connection where the fuel lines are attached to the fuel pump. They were unable to repair the leak because it is all plastic so they replaced the fuel pump assembly. It appears that in time this new assembly will fail again due to its design and I will have a reoccuring problem.

My fuel pump was leaking causing severe fuel loss while driving. I understand that there was a campaign (226b) that corrected this defect. The dealer told me my vehicle had the corrected fuel pump. Apparently the corrected fuel pump did not address the issue entirely. I am out $854. 16 for something that there is an open campaign against.

Tl- the contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated while traveling 35 mph the driver smelled gasoline. The vehicle was driven to the driver's destination. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was confirmed that the fuel pump had failed similar to NHTSA campaign id number 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the issue. The failure mileage was unavailable and the current mileage was 50,000. Mh.

An heavy smell of fuel caused me to take this car to a mechanic who determined that the fuel pump was leaking when the car was running. He replaced the pump and fuel lines. I understand there is a recall on these cars for model year 2007 and 2008. I called gm and was told the recall is VIN specific :( this model year should be included in this recall!.

My vehicle had a strong gasoline smell which persisted although I could find no trace of leakage. When I took it to my independent repair facility I was informed that the pump had a cracked supply port on the fuel pump which was leaking when the current was applied, being that this is my only vehicle, I was compelled to have the repair done at a cost to me of $961. 42 which included the replacement of the fuel filter as my mechanic advised me that not replacing the filter would impede the efficiency of the new pump module. The following day, I inquired of Chevrolet as to whether this problem was involved in any ongoing recall and was told at that time that it was not. In November, I was notified by mail that this vehicle was now included in a safety recall (12190) [NHTSA# 12v459] following the instructions included in my correspondence, I took the vehicle into a Chevrolet dealer (power Chevrolet / mesa, az) at which time the module was inspected and found to be acceptable and approved. I submitted my documentation for, and requested a full reimbursement. In early January of this year I received a check in the amount of $700. 00. When I contacted chevy as to why I did not receive full reimbursement, I was told that my independent repair facility had "over charged" me for the fuel pump module and, had I taken it to the dealer initially, it is standard procedure to not replace the fuel filter!! in the correspondence I received from Chevrolet informing me of this safety recall it is stated in two places that this situation would be rectified "at no cost" to me. After many ambiguous phone calls I was informed that the $700. 00 was a "final decision". What can be done to inform other owners of this vehicle that they cannot expect full reimbursement, other than expressing my dissatisfaction on my social network? ref: chevy case#[xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

Gasoline is visibly leaking from the fuel pump module above the fuel tank. There is also a strong odor of gasoline from beneath the car. This defect has been recognized by gm and recalled for 2006-07 model years, but 2008 and newer model years that also have the problem are not covered by that recall.

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that gasoline fumes were emitted from the rear seats. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The failure mileage was 70,000 and the current mileage was unknown.

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt ss. The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle emitted a strong fuel odor. The vehicle was taken to a local garage where the failure was located at the fuel pump. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 69,000 and the current mileage was 70,000.

Last year around may I was driving my Cobalt to work and smelled gas. I replaced the fuel cap to start with the least expensive first. I still smelled the fuel. I went to a mechanic and he found that the fuel pump was leaking. He found two issues. One the pump was seated improperly and there was a crack in the fuel return. I still have the fuel pump assembly in case my car became part of the recall issued for some of the Cobalt cars. Looking at the fuel pump, I have to say my car had the same leak as described in the recall but my VIN wasn't part of the recall. Also since my car had the power steering replaced my electronic door locks won't operate correctly, cycling lock and unlock when driving down the road, locking with the key in the ignition, cycling when I turn, cycling when I open the trunk.

Gas leaking, bought new fuel pump and gas still leaks a puddle. I have a 6 month old son. Scared my car is going to explode. I have seen other recalls for the same problem, just not on mine. Key also gets jammed will not start sometimes nor will it turn off. The gas leaking is a safty issue for me and my family and also others.

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that gasoline fuel was leaking. The smell had become overpowering from inside of the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to have a routine oil change performed but was denied because of the offensively overpowering odor. The contact was told that the vehicle possible exhibited a crack in the fuel pump. The contact was very concerned that the smell would become permanent. The dealer was notified who stated that before the vehicle could be brought to the dealer for a diagnosis, they would have to first perform further research for the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileage was 57,000.

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that he could smell gasoline fuel inside of the vehicle when parked. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician noticed fuel leaking from the vehicle and informed the contact that the pump housing was cracked. The vehicle was repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump) however, the contact's VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.

Since September 2011 I have noticed a significant decrease in fuel efficiency. The fuel efficiency has gotten worse since then. I now get about 12 miles to the gallon. Tires are checked and I use fuel with no ethanol. I have seen recalls on the 2007 models for the fuel pump and why not for the 2008 model? this has become a financial nightmare. I bought the car in louisiana where I live.

Fuel leaks from fuel tank filler neck. Verified that fuel was not coming from fuel pump as was addressed in the current recall for model year 2007. A check of online forums resulted in several owners experiencing the same promblem, being refered to the fuel pump recall, and the problem not being addressed.