Fuel Pump Problems of Chevrolet Cobalt - part 1

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated while the vehicle was stationary, he started to smell a fuel odor. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. A dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline). The failure mileage was approximately 94,000.

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Tl the contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that there was an abnormal gasoline odor inside of the vehicle while driving. The contact inspected underneath the vehicle and became aware of a fuel leak. The contact stated that gasoline was leaking onto the protective shield underneath the vehicle. The contact called tom gill Chevrolet (7830 commerce dr, florence, ky 41042, (859) 371-7566) and was informed that there was a special coverage on the vehicle for the fuel pump. The contact was then informed that the vehicle was not covered due to the vehicle being listed as a flood damaged vehicle. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed the status of the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 131,000.

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Tl the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA campaign number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline). The contact stated that there was an abnormal fuel odor emerging from the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the fuel pump module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the vehicle should have been repaired by the dealer. The manufacturer declined reimbursement of the repair fees. The failure mileage was 28,000.

The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that the vehicle was losing fuel while being driven. While in motion, fuel odors were emitted from the vehicle. In addition, the turn signals stopped working and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to premier Chevrolet Buick GMC (401 s. Loop hwy 59, livingston, TX 77351 (936) 587-9398) where the vehicle was repaired. After the repair, the turn signal failed and fuel started leaking. The vehicle was taken to the dealer again and a technician stated that the failure was repaired, and nothing could be done because it was no longer covered under the recall. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 300.

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The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact constantly noticed a fuel odor in the vehicle. Also, the vehicle had trouble starting. The contact diagnosed that the fuel pump module needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 12v459000 (fuel pump). The failure mileage was 100,000.

The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving 25 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to a private mechanic where it was diagnosed that the pig tail and the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.

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The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. While driving 38 mph, the contact smelled fuel inside the vehicle and the fuel indicator on the instrument panel illuminated. The dealer stated that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 111,936.

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated when starting the vehicle there was a fuel odor. The contact also stated that the vehicle failed to start immediately and when the ignition was released, the vehicle would sound as if it started without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing and the mechanic stated that there was fuel leak. The mechanic also stated that when the ignition was in the on position the fuel pump generated fuel causing it to fail. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the NHTSA campaign: 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline) was not a valid recall. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. After the ignition switch had been repaired, the contact experienced difficulty starting the vehicle after it had been parked for short periods of time. The contact smelled fuel vapors inside and outside the vehicle. An independent mechanic discovered that the fuel pump assembly was leaking on top of the tank. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was excluded from NHTSA campaign number: 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 147,000.

The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the vehicle stalled without any warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 180,000.

The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that the vehicle emitted a gasoline fuel odor. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired on four occasions. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline). The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 87,630. The VIN was not available.

Bad smell of fuel, could be attributed to known issue with fuel pump plastic housing with make and model of my car. Safety recall has been left out of virginia for this issue. Seems to be a significant safety issue.

I just found out there was a recall on the 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt due to failure with the electric power steering assist motor / system. As I looked it up I found 2 additional recalls which Chevrolet was supposed to contact me on all 3. I was not contacted, and do not know if my car has had the repairs done prior to me purchasing the vehicle in January 2011. The 2 other recalls are as follows. Shifter cable problem with car not in proper gear, clip on cable, if not installed properly, Chevrolet is supposed to replace the entire cable. Also, a fuel leakage can occur, causing a fire, due to a plastic supply and/or return port breakage on the fuel pump module.

The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that there was a strong fuel odor emitted after the vehicle was driven and there was a visible fuel leak. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the fuel pump was fractured and caused the fuel to leak. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline). The approximate failure mileage was 75,000 and the current mileage was 78,000.

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. Consumer seeks reimbursement from dealership for recall repairs. The consumer stated she/he was only reimbursed partially. The dealer explained, they would not reimburse the him/her for the markup on the fuel pump. According to the dealer, their fuel pump was $217. 88, where as the repair center, the consumer chose, charged $317. 88.

2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. Consumer writes in regards to malfunction of check engine light on instrument cluster and noticeable fuel odor recall notice. The consumer stated he recently received a recall letter, stating his vehicle could catch on fire. In the letter, it listed the symptoms of the conditon. The consumer stated he already experienced the sytmptoms and made an appintment at the local dealer. The letter stated the repair would be free. However, the dealer refused toll at the vehicle, unless, he paid $49. 95.

My family and I were riding in the car , when suddenly there was a awful gas odor. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where I was told my life was in danger and they did not want me to drive the car. The fuel pump had to be ordered. Also, the ignition lock cylinder was replaced, due to the vehicle not starting at times. . . . Updated 01/29/15.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 mph, the vehicle failed to accelerate over 35 mph. The vehicle was taken to the independent mechanic for diagnostic testing, who replaced the fuel pump and the shift cylinder. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle was stuck in first gear and the speedometer failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was unknown.

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection where they advised that the fuel pump needed to replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 185,000.

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Smelled fuel after parking car. Asked my brother-in-law to look at it. He said that there is fuel leaking from the top of the gas tank and dripping on the ground. He said to contact the dealer because there is a recall for the fuel pump leaking. The dealership said that my vehicle was not covered under the recall because we lived in maryland and it would cost approx. $1000 to fix. The recall is only for certain states. I could not afford this so I had to not drive for a couple of weeks. Had my brother-in-law who is a master mechanic purchased and installed a fuel pump. After some research, there have been numerous complains about this and gm said there would be a special coverage for this, but the dealership says that there is not. Is there a special coverage?.

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. Consumer writes in regards to fuel pump malfunction. The consumer stated a recall was issued for the exact problem he experienced. However, the recall was limited to selected states. The consumer believed his state should be included in the recall. The top of the pump assembly, and the side hose to the assembly cracked and broke.

Car had starting issues, once took to the mechanic, they found out that the fuel pump connectors were burned and had possibility of igniting during driving. Chevy recalled many cars(cobalts) with the same issues from 2007 to 2009, when we called chevy about our vehicle, they said our car wasn't included in the recall even though we had that problem.

2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. Consumer writes in regards to fuel pump recall notice. The consumer stated he had trouble starting the vehicle. He took the vehicle to the dealer, where they informed him, the fuel pump had no pressure. The consumer then took the vehicle to a repair shop, where they discovered a problem with the gas tank, which was leaking. The leak was where the fuel pump was connected to the gas tank. The consumer notified Chevrolet and they denied there was a problem with the gas tank. A month later, the consumer received a recall, regarding a problem with the fuel pump.

Gas mileage had significant decrease on highway trips. After driving >50 miles and parking car in garage, garage would smell horribly of gasoline. Upon initial investigation, gasoline was leaking from the top-end of the fuel tank in the area of the plastic supply and return lines via the fuel pump. Significant amount of leakage found on car under body. Symptoms match NHTSA campaign id number: 09v419000. Car was taken to tom gill Chevrolet for repair work where it was diagnosed to replace fuel pump assembly due to a cracked fuel supply/return line on fuel pump modular. Upon discussing with dealership, it as indicated this item was under recall but is region specific. Dealership made comments that it was regional due to cost of repair. This car was manufactured with the same components as the cars recalled in new mexico, mississippi, California, etc. It is unacceptable for the consume to bear cost of replacement due to region when it is a common problem with the Cobalt platform.

The plastic supply and return port on the modular reservoir assembly is crack, causing fuel to leak. This is exactly the same as current NHTSA campaign id 09v419000. However, gm told me that my VIN is no covered under this recall. The recall should be extended to the rest of the country, instead just certain states. Luckily, I caught this issue before a car fire occurred.

2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. Consumer requests reimbursement for fuel pump module recall notice repairs.

Tl- the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. While parked, the contact noticed a strong gasoline fuel smell being emitted from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that the fuel pump would have to be replaced because it was leaking fuel. There was a recall under NHTSA campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump) that the contact referenced however, the dealer advised that the VIN was not included in the recall campaign. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000. Kmj.

There is a strong smell of leaking gasoline. There is an existing recall for a fuel leak on this make, model and year, but not in virginia!? NHTSA campaign id number: 09v419000 component: fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump the dealer refuses to fix this problem under recall, saying it does not apply to my VIN. My car is affected by this problem, and what state I am in should not exclude them from responsibility. This recall must be extended to all affected owners in every state.

Started to notice difficulty when trying to start my car and the very strong odor of gasoline when the car was in operation and for a period after. I had an inspection done at a gm dealership where they confirmed that the problem was the same fuel pump cracking. Despite recall 09v419000, was told that my vehicle's VIN didn't qualify for any recalls.

The fuel pump was leaking fuel from the top of the pump and had to be replaced. This was a safety hazard because fuel was leaking on to the ground. This is the same issue other 2006 Cobalt's were recalled for in other states, recall # 09v419000. My car was not purchased or registered in those states but it still experienced this problem. I want to be reimbursed by the manufacture for the repairs.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that the fuel tank was leaking at the top line, causing fuel to leak to the ground. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump would need replacing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system,, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump) and provided no further assistance. The failure and current mileage was 64,000. Updated 08-10-12 updated 08/13/jb.

2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. Consumer states difficulty starting vehicle and smells gas the consumer was informed the fuel line was cracked and was leaking. The consumer discovered there was a recall on the 2006/2007 models for the fuel pump, the same fuel pump that had to be replaced in the vehicle. The consumer is seeking reimbursement.

There is currently a recall on this make, model and year in the states of arizona and nevada for fuel tank problems (NHTSA campaign 09v419000). I live in missouri where my car was issued and am currently experiencing the same problems to my car due to the extreme heat in the area. I think that all cars that fall within the make, model and year should be recalled in the midwest due to the extreme heat we've experienced.

Smelled gasoline, noted gasoline dripping from the car. Pulled into an auto parts, the attendant stated thought gas was leaking from around the top of gas tank. The fuel filter and hoses were dry, thus suspected leak on tank top area. I immediately parked my car and was able to google to see if there was others experiencing similar problem. Yes, saw the following: NHTSA campaign id number: 09v419000 NHTSA action number: n/a component: fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump though when I called the closest chevy dealer service dept. . . . Service said that my VIN was in the not in the number range for the manufacturer's recall for this very fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump known defective part. . . . My car was well under the age and mileage, just that my VIN was newer thus a few thousands higher than the recall VIN range! well, still this defective part could lead to my car property and more importantly my life and or anyone else in it operating this serious gas tank leaking problem!!!!!! I just received in the mail about recall notice 10023 for loss of power steering assist - replace electric power steering motor. The dealer service will perform the above power steering part replacement, though the defective gasoline pump module would not be covered.

2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. Consumer states strong fuel odor the consumer stated gm refused to reconize the problem with no restitution for the repair he had done at a non-gm dealer. After the repair was made, he received a service bulletin from the dealer, which stated the fuel pump was re-designed due to potential cracks in the fule lines.