Eight problems related to gasoline storage have been reported for the 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
My check engine light came on. After linking to the computer I had a code # p0442. After I, and my mechanic inspected the vehicle, we found that the gas tank was cracked and leaking. I had to replace the faulty gas tank, for an expensive fee. I called chevy, and to sum it up, I was left to work this problem out on my own, with no financial help from gm.
Strong gasoline smell in passenger compartment. Smell is strongest underneath vehicle fuel tank. Have not yet had vehicle serviced to determine root cause.
Service engine light came on. My private mechanic found it to be code p0440 indicating the fuel evaporation system had a problem. Initial inspection found nothing but upon performing a smoke test of the fuel system, the fuel inlet nozzle on the fuel tank was found leaking. Only fix was to replace the tank. Total cost was $2200. I notified gm and was told they cannot do anything since the vehicle is out of warranty. Fuel tanks should not be leaking, especially when they are only 4 years of age. Many other similar complaints on this website show this to be a common problem with this vehicle. A recall to check all fuel tanks should be done before someone is killed over this poor design/quality issue.
Fuel odor from the vehicle.
Since July 2006, mileage 49,000, we have had our check engine light come on many times for the same code. After many trips to the garage, and many things replaced, on Jan 31, 2007, mileage 55,802, the dealer told us that I should not drive it home as it could be a fire hazard as there were cracks all over the top part of the gas tank by the filler hose. A new tank was put on and cost came to $832. 74. I spoke with customer service at gm and they said gm would do nothing for reimbursement. Since then, I have seen many vehicles posted on the web that have had to have there tanks replaced. If this is a safety concern and fire hazard, why is this not becoming a recall, and why is gm not being held responsible for any of this? I don't think a vehicle with 49,000 miles on should have to have a tank replaced. Thanks for your time.
My 2003 Trailblazer ext smell of fumes. I took it to the dealership in the first case they told me that I need a new gas top and a seal. The check engine like came on again this time they tell me that the fuel tank at the sprout has a leak and I need a new gas tank.
There is a strong gasoline smell near the rear of my 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer ext. No dripping gasoline is visible.
2003 Chevrolet Trailblazers 3-4 weeks ago my service engine soon light came on and I took it to the dealership who showed me a leak at the junction of the gas tank and the hose from where you fill up the tank. The service man tightened the clamp. The light came on again and I took the tb back and was told the connection was cracked and that the tank had to be replaced. I haven't been in an accident, haven't run over anything etc to cause this. I am having the tank replaced--.