general problems of the 2007 Chevrolet Corvette - part 1

Fuel smell - possible fuel leak - the issue had been previously addressed with replacement of fuel subassembly in both saddle tanks. I believe that it is happening again . . .

There was a strong fuel smell after the last 2 times I drove it. I took it to the shop and they tell me the evap canister was saturated and the fuel pump had small cracks in it likely seeping when the car heats up. I am having the fuel pump replaced, the evap canister and several seals/hoses in hopes it won't leak again.

After filling the tank with fuel, I was immediately aware of a strong smell of gas. I am always extremely careful not to overfill causing any fuel to escape. The heavy smell/escape of fumes is such that the car simply can’t be put in my garage. The risk of igniting and fire is a risk that is unacceptable. General motors knows about this issue as they did notify me in 2017 that my car could have this condition and that if it did, they would fix it at no charge. I didn’t have the issue at that time so didn’t take the car in. So, now that I the problem, I have taken the car to bradley Chevrolet in my town, lake havasu city, az and am told that in order to inspect the car for this issue, I will have to pay for 10 hours of labor ($2200) and only then will they see if they can find a new tank at another dealer. You see, gm no longer makes or has the tanks (according to their parts department). I have contacted their customer service department and have a case (#[xxx]). I am told that they will not participate going forward unless I spend the $2200 and then if they can’t find a new tank, they will put the car back together and send me home with it! it’s my belief that since this is a documented safety defect resulting in an apparent fire hazard that they would/should take care of it. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

Fuel smell but no leaks detected, can't store car in garage because of fumes. Worried when driving a fire will occur had a service bulletin 150682 special vehicle adjustment, need help.

Fuel smell inside and outside when car is parked.

The fuel tank leaks after filling with fuel, resulting in gas vapors filling the garage. This is a known issue with many c6 Corvettes. May result in a fire or explosion.

There is a strong smell of gasoline coming from the outside of the car. It is strongest once the car has been sitting in my garage overnight. Some evidence of fuel under the car.

Fuel pump had hairline cacks on top. Gas leak under pressure. Strong fumes while in garage. Gas leaks down on exhaust pipes.

There is a fuel leak most likely coming from the fuel pump or gasket from within the 2 gas tanks. Gas fumes are building up in my garage causing a horrible smell. Very dangerous please do something about this. Chevrolet has no recalls for this common problems.

Strong fuel smell inside car as well as in garage. Drivers side tank does appear to have a leak when filled. Doing a search online it appears this is a common issue with this vehicle and that a recall/repair was created for owners however my 2007 (not the original owner) I suspect has since expired. In my opinion any defects that puts the owner and personal property at risk should be covered regardless of age.

We are having an issue with our vehicle leaking fuel on left side fuel tank. The vehicle is constant smell of gas on that left side. It has been a safety concern for us and the dealer wants us to pay at least $1200 just for diagnostic alone. There was a special coverage adjustment for this issue but we were never notified. The notice is special coverage adjustment 15682. I spoke with gm/Chevrolet customer assistance and spoke with logan he said I would have to get diagnostic and that the fee could be applied to repair. I understand there is a time limit on most things but it seems that something that relates to safety issue should not have and end date. This is a type of car that most people just have as a collector car and you can see by the low miles that this is the case. I am not trying to get a repair on a vehicle that has 100,000 or more miles. It may seem trivial but this is important to me.

Very strong fuel smell from driver side wheel well and inside of car. When car is parked inside garage it is unbearable.

For last 3 years whenever I fill my vehicle with gas the garage smells of gas until the tank is less than half a tank. . . The other major issue is the vehicle will not come out of park multiple time. This has put me in embarrassing situations many times. I stay away from driving the vehicle so many times when I could be in physical danger .

I started smelling gas from my car two weeks ago. I discovered on Corvette forum. Com that this is a common problem. If the car is filled up over 1/2 tank gas will come out of the top and drip on the exhaust, which is very concerning. Chevrolet claims that the cars with this issue were recalled, but mine was not. This is one of two reoccurring issues with the c6 Corvette, and unfortunately, I am a victim of both. The other is the shifter locks in place, and the car will not come out of park. Chevrolet does not own up to the responsibility for this defective engineering as well. Please add me to the complaints for these two recallable issues as chevrollet refuses to address the issue. Fuel dripping on the exhaust preplexes me why NHTSA has not got involved already.

There is a very strong fuel odor coming from the car when I shut it down, especially when I park in the garage. The smell is overwhelming. Seems like it's coming from the rear part of the car, drivers side. I don't see fuel leaking nor on the garage floor, but it is very evident there is a problem. This is a safety issue that needs to be addressed. Thank you.

Every time the fuel tank is filled to full (not past the click), there is a very bad fuel smell but no fuel leaking on the ground. I bought the car with 69000 and have noticed it every time I have filled the tank to full but never past the "click". I have read of many others having the same problem. I am afraid to park my car inside my garage. I have had fuel system parts replaced but it still continues. No leak has ever been noted.

Smell gas around and in car. Cannot see where it is coming from no sign on ground continuing issue for at least a year. I do not use the car . Afraid of fire. My primary car has been in for repair last 30 days and I am forced to use this car.

Strong smell in car of gasoline and around car.

Just purchased this used car with less than 3000 miles. I happened to come across the fuel leak issue in online forum. Since I rec'd incomplete service records, I do not know if the repair has been done to my car. This is just not right when th eproblem could create a fuel leak onto the exhaust. If the problem were made a recall, then gm would be forced to notify me as the current owner so that the problem could be fixed before there is a fire resulting from fuel leak.

I recently purchased my 2007 c6 Corvette used. I did not notice anything until I started my drive home which was a 200 mile drive. The gas gauge was reading 1/4 tank of gas and dropped to empty. We stopped in at the gas station and filled the tank but once we did the gauge continued to read empty and a light displayed on the dash stating service fuel system. We continued to drive on our way home and we noticed a strong fuel odor inside the cabin of the car and distinctively from the driver side of the vehicle. I got the car home and noticed a few small drips in the garage that quickly evaporated. To the best of my knowldge I suspected that it was fuel. For the next week or so we did not drive the car but the garage smelled strongly of fuel. I parked it out side and the fuel smell in the garage went away. Odly after filling the tank a few more times the gauge began working again and the service fuel system message went away. It eventually showed an empty tank and then full again. I went to visit my local gm dealer to see if any recalls had been placed on my car over the years and they told me that there are no active recalls. However in my sear accross the forums I found gm bulletin 15682 (primary tank module flange fuel and vapor leaks) for my 2007 Corvette. This bulletin was released in July 2016. Perfectly matching the issue I am experiencing and was advised my member of many of the forums to file a concern with NHTSA. I have not yet had it inspected by the dealership because they want $1500. 00 to inspect and repair because of the need to drop the drive train for proper access. I would appreciate any assistance with this issue. I am scared to drive my care due to a fire related accident and it is my primary means of transportation.

Fuel smell in the cabin.

When I fill my car up with gas it very loud like gas is leaking.

I have a very loud odor of gas coming from the car (2007 Corvette) after I fill it up with gas. I am unable to park it inside my garage because the smell of gas will fill my home. The smell of gas is only noticeable when the car is parked.

Smell of fuel is overbearing in the cockpit of the car while driving. It's a 2007 Chevrolet Corvette 2 door. Just purchased the car 3 weeks ago.

Vehicle has a really intense smell of gasoline inside cabin when cars parked or in drive.

Takayuki recall. Strong gas smell in and out of car. Seems to be more likely after fill ups. Can smell stationary or while moving.

Fuel smell has been getting stronger and stronger.

Began to notice a strong odor of fuel emitting from the garage. This would occur every time I filled up my vehicle and parked in the garage. Since my water heater is located in the garage and for the safety of my family, vehicle was moved outdoors. Received notice from gm that they were aware of issue and that repairs would be covered. Drove vehicle to local dealership, where I was told that the notice had expired. Wound up paying $2600 in repair cost.

When I fill the car up with gas it leaks out on the ground and I can smell it very bad inside the car.

Strong fuel smell on the outside and inside of the car then you fill up.

Fuel smell filling the compartment and also my garage after parking.

Fuel fumes out and inside the car when the car is parked, fuel at any level with no visible signs of leaking.

The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that there was a fuel odor entering the vehicle. The contact noticed that there was fuel leakage coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to autonation Chevrolet (23649 valencia blvd, valencia, CA 91355), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 35,600.

I'm smelling fuel whenever I fill my vehicle. I never over fill it. When the pump stops I stop and don't try to force more gas in it. When parked over night my entire garage smells like fuel. So to keep from having a disaster I park my vehicle outside in the driveway.

Strong gas smell in the cabin, no visible gasoline wet spots on the ground. The vehicle is not safe to drive because of the gas fumes strong odor in the cabin. I get headaches and nausea.