Fuel Hoses Lines/piping And Fittings problems of the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact state while driving approximately 35 mph, the check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where the mechanic stated that the fuel pump vapor line was cracked and leaking fumes. The mechanic was also unsure as to how the fuel line became fractured. The mechanic also advised the contact that if he did not get the vehicle repaired and the leak continued, the vehicle would possibly explode. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 86,000.

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the engine light illuminates when the fuel is low in her vehicle. The fuel gauge only indicates when the vehicle is full or empty. The vehicle was taken to a Chevrolet dealer and they stated that the fuel sensor was defective and the fuel line needed to be replaced. The repair would cost $1,300. The VIN was unknown. The current mileage was 50,000 and failure mileage was 25,000.