general problems of the 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt - part 2

The fuel line under the car has rusted and corroded to the point that I am leaking a steady stream of fuel out of the line. When I started the car in my driveway, I smelled a strong smell of gas and immediately turned the car off. The car struggled to start so I knew something was wrong. When I got out of the car and looked under the drivers side of the vehicle a large puddle of fuel was found under my car with a steady drip of fuel continuing to drip from the fuel line in front of my rear drivers side tire.

Rusted out fuel lines leaking badly on floor looks like a fire hazard!! I noticed a very strong order of gasoline and looked underneath cars to see it dripping at a very fast rate I noticed it as I came back from a drive on flat surface was highway driving.

I first started having trouble starting my car on 9/15/20. I was smelling a strong odor of gasoline from my car. I got out and looked at it because it had never given me trouble before. I saw the car leaking gasoline near the drivers rear tire. It was leaking very quickly. I looked it up and many people mentioned a recall for the year, make and model of my car. They all said their particular car did not qualify for the recall. I think more cars are having that problem then the company realizes. I am afraid to have the car parked on the street or to even drive it, as it always leaves a puddle of gasoline in its wake. Also the muffler has started being loud at the same time. I the complaints I read being the exact same, said the problem was corrosion in the gas line stemming from the brackets hold them up.

Kept seeing puddles underneath car near driver rear tire, went to get oil change and mechanic said that there were leaks in my fuel line. Mechanic showed me and it was not a small leak. He said that it is a total risk to drive and can catch fire easily.

Fuel line behind driver door and in front of rear drivers side tire/axel - rusted and leaking fuel near exhaust.

The leaks are caused by corrosion of metal fuel lines near polymer blocks that hold the lines to the body. The leaks are beneath an insulation heat shield near the exhaust pipe and muffler. The vehicle was stationary on a city street. I bought this vehicle in 2010 with about 8,000 miles on it and it's been a garage kept car. The corrosion is just on the gas lines and not so much on the body of the vehicle.

Leaks are caused by corrosion of metal fuel lines near polymer blocks that hold the lines to the body. The leaks are beneath an insulation heat shield near the exhaust pipe and muffler while the vehicle was stationary.

My Cobalt has been experiencing a fuel leak. Up until I brought it into service, it had been having issues accelerating. It would sometimes feel as though it would get stuck into a slump, where even depressing the pedal completely would only allow me to slowly accelerate up to around 45-50mph. This would then eventually get unstuck after coming to a stop, or after shutting down and restarting the vehicle. This issue had been starting to occur over the past year. Also within the past 6 months or so, the car's acceleration started becoming rather jerky. It was not a smooth transition during the acceleration and road rather rough during my commutes into town. I had attempted to flush out the fuel system with 2-3 cans of seafoam to no avail. Here recently, the vehicle began to have issues starting. For the past 2-3 weeks it would take about 4-5 seconds to start up rather than instantly, and then within the past week it began not starting at all until I toggled the key on/off multiple times to prime the fuel. It would then usually be good to go for the entire day. I have taken it to a dealership service center down the street, and they informed me this morning that it is a fuel leak. They indicated they do not currently have more information from the mechanic on the precise location besides that it is a 'fuel leak' and they indicated they did not know of any open investigation on the matter, only active recalls. I requested that they please thoroughly document the issue so that I can provide further information on this open investigation as needed. Please let me know if you would like to contact the dealership accordingly to find out further information, or you may contact me for more information as needed.

Fuel leak coming from corroded fuel lines at the bend located at the driverside rear of car. The heat tape aroud the fuel lines holds moisture and salt which corroded the line. Fuel leak occurs right by the exhaust pipe. Dealership explained how much of a fire hazard this was and that it should be fixxed immediately. Fuel lines should be made of stainless to prevent corrosion and possible fire from occuring.

The gas is leaking from the fuel lines. They are corroded. When I exit the car, there is a strong odor of gasoline. The car was purchased used in north carolina.

Fuel leaking out from a line located near the left rear well. The. Leaks are seemingly caused by corroding metal fuel lines. Car smells like gas, and I am losing fuel very quickly. Vehicle takes a long time to start up.

Saw fuel dripping from in front of my back left tire. After I parked in the driveway.

I have a very strong smell of gasoline both inside and outside of the car . There are no signs of leakage underneath that I found.

Fuel leak underneath the vehicle.

Started last week. After parking the car, noticed a smell and upon checking, noticed a pool of gas under the rear driver side area (under passenger seat). It leaks for 10 minutes and stops. Leak starts only when the car is on and immediately after being turned off.

Fuel lines rusted out by rear driver side tire the fuel just pours out when the ignition is turned on.

This vehicle has only 46,134 actual miles. I am the 2nd owner and purchased this vehicle from a Chevrolet dealer as a certified pre-owned vehicle. The vehicle was being parked in my driveway and after I stopped the car, I smelled gasoline and about a pint of gas leaked out of the ground just in front of the drivers side rear wheels. Fortunately, I was parking in the open driveway and not in my garage. I immediately took the vehicle to a licensed mechanic and he was able to repair the vehicle. It is back on the road. I read in the newspaper that other Cobalt owners have been having the same problem. I encourage your department to look into this as a more serious problem than just routine maintenance. I have uploaded the bill for repairs. $952. 09. Thank you, michael fusciardi.

Car smelling like gas really bad and leaks, steering wheel feels wobboly like if its not tightened right its a little cricked. Reeks of smell of gasoline on the back right of my car by the tire and I see it leaking gasoline.

Fuel line leaking by driver side rear tire spraying fuel on exhaust.

Fuel leaking from driver's side in front of rear tire. This is a fire hazard and gm refuses to recall the issue and cover it, even though this same issue has impacted numerous individuals. We are coming out of our own pockets for almost a thousand dollars for each instance at certified Chevrolet dealerships. This is unacceptable. . Read more...

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09 Cobalt has fuel leak with puddle of gas in front of driver rear tire. This is a problem noted by many owners of this car. 09 Cobalts purchased in about 6 states have been recalled for this problem. It seems that for safety reasons this recall problem would apply to all models no matter where purchased. I'm assuming the car purchased in az was made the same way as one purchased in PA. I noticed the leak when car was sitting in my driveway.

My vehicle has a gas leak. The two fuel lines connected to it are rusted.

My car is leaking gas at a seal on the driver's side by the rear wheel. When car starts leaks out fast but even when sitting still leaking.

Leak in my fuel line by rear drivers side tire. Only this small portion of line is leaking.

Interior of car started to fill up with gasoline fumes,while on the road. I had to open all the windows and sunroof. I got off parkway and inspected car for gas leaks. There were none so I took local roads home. By the time I got home I was lightheaded . The chevy dealership told me all my fuel lines were rotted out and had to be replaced.

Tl-the contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated after driving the vehicle to the store ( 1 hour round trip ), the vehicle was parked on the driveway, the exhaust pipe ignited, the contact had to use a fire extinguisher to put out the fire . Also noticed that the metal fuel line was severely rusted and leaking fuel. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for a diagnostic. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 141,000. Bp.

Fuel line is leaking in 4 places. Some 2009 Cobalts were recalled for this issue. Dealer tells me entire line needs to be repaired front to back.

Rusted and leaking fuel line under the car just in front of the rear drivers side tire. Water and debris was trapped inside silver heat tape accelerating the rust of the lines.

Heavy fuel smell. After researching, found fuel line all rusted out at clamp between drivers side door and right rear wheel. The car sat idle for three days and the temps outside where very hot. After reading on-line posts, I see that many people with this vehicle has the exact same problem.

The fuel line started leaking in front of the rear tire on the drivers side of the vehicle. The vehicle was parked, and was having a difficult time starting. I stepped out of the vehicle and found a large puddle of gas under my vehicle.

High pressure fuel line leak. Only occurs when the car in running.

Tl the contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. While pumping fuel, the contact noticed a leak underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to eriksen Chevrolet (located at 325 1st Ave e, milan, IL 61264, (309) 756-2700) where it was determined that diagnostic testing was needed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was unknown.

My car smells like gas inside and out. Chevy dealership says that it is fuel line leakage which has been reported by many for this model. But for some reason, my VIN was not included in the recall which was done in 2012. Fuel line leak did not happen in my car until now. It is like driving around in a fuel bomb with my little kids. It is too expensive to pay out of my pocket ($1100) for a car that is not worth much.

Tl the contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. While the vehicle was being serviced at love Chevrolet (100 parkridge dr, columbia, SC 29212, (803) 454-9382), the contact was informed of a fuel leak. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The fuel leak was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 121,000.