21 problems related to fuel pump have been reported for the 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle fuel gauge sensor issues. The consumer state the first time the fuel gauge starting acting erratic was in 2007. The dealer informed his wife, the vehicle had ran out of gas, even though the gauge indicated there was 1/2 tank of gas. The consumer stated he continues to experience an erratic behavior of the fuel pump and the low fuel indicator light illuminated. The latest preliminary diagnosis was the vehicle was unable to sustain an idle, because of the erratic fuel pressure (fuel pump). The consumer also stated the vehicle has electrical problems and the oil pressure gauge was inoperative.
My fuel sensor and fuel pump have stopped working on my vehicle. I would like to have this fixed but I don't have the $1100. 00 to pay for it.
The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact sated that the fuel gauge failed and the gauge would read empty whether the fuel tank was full or empty. The contact reset the trip computer to be able to determine when the vehicle would run out of fuel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who advised that the fuel pump sensor failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 76,000 and the current mileage was 81,000.
Fuel guage indicated almost 1/2 tank of fuel but was really empty. Stalled in fast lane of 4 lane highway at 70mph. Near rear-end collision. Defective fuel pump sender assembly.
Fuel pump/ fuel level sensor 2005 chevy trilblazer. Show inaccurate fuel level at all times.
I just purchased a 2005 chevy trail blazer for my youngest daughter and safety was the reason for an SUV. Two monthes after my purchase the gas gage no longer works, almost always on e and some times jumps around. I cant afford to take chances with her life with an accedent or run out of gas in the wrong place. I asked a dealer and they told me they fix this problem on every trail blazer. They also told me I have to replace the fuel pump as well and this should be a recall issue. The total bill is around $700 for something that shouldnt happen on every Trailblazer, dont you agree? I have done my homework and I see this happens to everyones Trailblazer and could make us all look @ other autos in the future. Im very happy with chevy cars, trucks and SUV's lets keep our relationship a positive one ok? $700 will not brake my wallet just my trust.
Report date : October 18, 2010 at 09:14 am search type : vehicle year : 2005 make : Chevrolet model : Trailblazer results : 1 | all records displayed NHTSA action number: n/a NHTSA recall campaign number: dp10001 n/a make: Chevrolet model: Trailblazer manufacturer : general motors corp. Year : 2005 component : fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump I bought my 2005 Trailblazer a little over a year ago. The gas gauge does not work. It would go all the way to full and then after a couple of miles it would go to "empty. " the fuel light comes on and the car will make a loud beep to let you know you are out of fuel. The beep really throws off your concentration to the road and is very distracting. It makes you tap the brakes which could definitely lead to an accident or even running out of gas. This is a serious issue and needs to be fixed.
The fuel sensor of our 2005 chevy Trailblazer has stopped working. Fixing this will require removing the fuel tank and replacing the fuel pump.
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer ext LS i6. 1st. My gas gauge started to go haywire. 2nd. Thought is was just a fluke. 3rd. Was not a fluke, got me stranded in the middle of a whiteout. 4th. Endanger lives of my children and me. 5th. Gauge, fuel pump and receiving unit are defective. 6th. Had gauge fixed, cost $800.
The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact was driving approximately 55 mph when he noticed that the fuel gauge was displaying an inaccurate fuel level reading. The failure was intermittent for approximately three months until the fuel gauge failed completely, only displaying a reading of empty. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was advised that either the fuel level sensor or fuel pump would need replacing. The vehicle was not repaired and the failure persisted. The VIN was unavailable. The failure mileage was 39,000 and the current mileage was 55,000.
I have a 2005 chevy Trailblazer. I purchased said vehicle at the end of July-beginning of August 2007. I have thoroughly enjoyed the experience of owning a chevy due to not having any issues. . . Well that was until December 2009. I began noticing that my gas gauge was malfunctioning. I would fill up the tank but it would read empty, and that problem has been ongoing since my discovery. I currently have to read my mileage to know when to put gas in my tank. Additionally, I have ran out of gas twice and both times putting myself in harms way and damaging my fuel pump (which is costly). Just two days ago I ran out of gas on a busy street, I didn't panic, but I was a bit nervous. I hit the hazards, and pulled up my emergency break (because breaks and steering wield froze up). The vehicle behind me slammed on breaks just missing me by inches. This is no way to live and drive. I'm scared to go out of town or take back roads because I may give out of gas in an area where there is no cell phone tower or low to no signals. This has put me in a very bad space.
I have a 2005 chevy Trailblazer. About a year ago the gas gauge quit working. My understanding was that it would cost almost as much to replace the sensor as it would to replace the fuel pump. I continued driving the car using the trip mileage. I have run out of gas several times. The last couple of times I realized there was no way I could be out of gas yet. What is now happening is I cannot get more than a couple of gallons of gas in my car at any time. The mechanic says it is because the sensor is stuck and thinks it is fuller than it is. So now I cannot drive more than 20 miles or so before stopping for gas again. Please do something about this!!!!!.
Everytime I fill my gas tank, the fuel gauge light and sensor show that my tank is empty. . Read more...
This seems to be a pervasive problem with recent models of chevy Trailblazers; the fuel gauge goes up and down erratically when the vehicle is either low on fuel or is recently filled up. Some sources indicate that the problem is with a faulty fuel pump sensor, which requires the gas tank to be removed and a sending unit sensor replaced. Faulty equipment should be recalled, and not left for the chance that the problem will happen while still under warranty.
I am having problems with false readings with my fuel gauge. Like everyone else, I fill up my tank and the gas gauge reads empty, but after about 20 minutes it would read full. Now it reads full for 20 minutes and then starts to go down. I was told that is was a possible short in the wiring around the fuel pump. Great, a good way to start a fire!!. . I am a gm employee of 14 yrs and think this problem should be fixed and fixed now. Way too many people are having problems with this issue. . . . .
The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that the fuel pump in the tank became hot enough to deteriorate the insulation on the wires. As a result, the fuel gate unit malfunctioned. The manufacturer stated that they would repair the failure at $350, which is half of the price they are charging. The failure and current mileages were 50,000.
The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet trail blazer. The contact stated that the fuel level gauge indicated that there was one quarter gasoline in the fuel tank yet the vehicle stalled due to there being no fuel in the vehicle. The dealer advised that the fuel sensor and fuel pump would need replacing. The dealer did not perform a diagnostic but advised that the failure was common and was aware of exactly what would remedy the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 60,000 and the current mileage 80,000.
The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet trail blazer. The contact stated that the fuel level gauge would continuously read inaccurate fuel levels causing the vehicle to stall intermittently without warning. The failure would occur even when the fuel tank was full with gasoline. The dealer advised that the fuel pump would need replacing. The fuel pump was replaced three times to no avail. The vehicle was not further repaired. The failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileage was 120,000. Updated 12/01/10. Updated 12/07/10.
2005 chevy Trailblazer ext fuel pump/fuel sensor problems, fuel gauge quits working and then problems with the fuel pump begins. Bought my truck in 2005, replaced it under warranty in8/ 2007, went out again in12/ 2009. . . So every 2 years. Chevrolet wants $800-1500 to fix the problem. 3 fuel pump/fuel sensors in 5 years and you don't think there in a defect. Over 100 problems reported on carbeef. Com about it.
The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle stalled because there was no fuel in the fuel tank. The contact also stated that prior to the failure, the fuel gauge displayed a reading indicating that fuel was present in the fuel tank. Roadside assistance appeared on the scene to refuel the vehicle and the contact was able to continue driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic on two separate occasions, where the fuel sending unit and fuel pump sensor were replaced. The failure mileage was 55,000.
23sep10 1715 pdt my wife was driving to work on a highway when low fuel light went on. She had literally just filled the vehicle with gasoline. I had her exit off highway to sidestreet and call for a tow. I told her not to continue driving because it could be the fuel pump. I then looked online to find any reports of this. I found it to be the second most reported problem with the vehicle. We had just purchased this vehicle used a few days before. So we have no history with the vehicle. This occurred once. I did notice the light on once the morning of the same day. I plan to have it towed to and repaired at a trusted local mechanic. Online the estimated cost for repair is $550.