Tank Assembly Problems of Chevrolet Venture - part 1

Gas gauge does not accurately reflect fuel. It jumps wildly at times from full to empty and back to full. It often shows 3/4 of a tank when it is actually near empty. I had to begin tracking my mileage to ensure I do not run out of gas. Gas light goes on and off but usually coincides with an empty reading. And this is not covered under any warranty. When this started happening I ran out of gas with 2 small children in the car in winter due to gauge said 1/2 tank. . .

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2001 Chevrolet Venture. Consumer writes in regards to a fuel leak in vehicle. The consumer stated upon arriving home, after filling up the gas tank, there was a strong odor of gas. Upon further inspection, he found gas leaking from the bottom of the vehicle on the rear driver's side wheel, where the gas tank was located. After checking the fuel cap, it was determined the leak was actually coming from the gas tank. The vehicle was towed to the dealership, where the his findings were confirmed. While seeking a replacement gas tank online, the consumer discovered a recall was issued by gm, regarding the issue. However, gm informed the consumer due to the high mileage on the vehicle, the vehicle did not qualify for the recall.

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Chevy Venture 2002 w/83732 miles. To whom it may concern: on April 28, 2002 I took van to have it test it for the emissions. It failed with p0446 code, evap vent performance. On may 2, 2002, I took the van to my local dealership to have it diagnosed for service engine light and abs light on. They advised me that in order for them to further diagnosed this issue, that they would need to remove the fuel tank for a total of $776. 51 cost. Service advisor requested an immediate payment of $345. 00 for them to further diagnose the issue which I declined. I then called gm to inquired about any service bulletins and/or recalls on my minivan, gm found none and they declined to assist with this repair. Based on my research, it seems that a lot of chevy Venture owners are experiencing the same issue with the emissions system. I do feel that there is a defective part within the emmisions system and more specifically the vent valve and or the fuel tank pressure sensor in the fuel tank. I will not be buying another gm product. I would be very happy to see a recall on this issue. Customer shouldn't have to be put in a financial position where the fuel tank on the vehicle needs removal in order to have a fuel emissions system diagnosed. Thank you very much for your attention to this matter. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

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The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Venture. The contact smelled gasoline fuel from the vehicle while parked. When he attempted to refuel the vehicle, it would take thirty minutes to add two gallons to the tank. In addition, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The dealer informed the contact that his VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 07v349000 ( fuel system, gasoline:storage). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance. No repairs were performed. The current and the failure mileages were unknown.

2001 Chevrolet Venture van est. 185000 miles. Fuel tank leaks at inlet, if tank is more than 1/2 full. Some vehicles were recalled for repairs of this type? VIN# 1gndx03e01d135405.

Our mechanic found that the fuel tank was leaking and that there is a recall for that part. We took it to the dealer and the dealer stated that there is no recall for our van. The dealer was lou sobh's milton Chevrolet, 5925 hwy 90, milton, FL 32583, (877) 840-0098. The NHTSA action number is ea 07006. We called gm and left two messages for a representative named joshlyn at 866-790-5600 x 13095. Our case number is 71-980-629732. Please require the dealer to honor the recall.

Have fuel leaking from storage tank, technician says it is coming from around the inlet, and that there is a related safety campaign on my vehicle (NHTSA campaign id number: 07v349000). The dealership tells me that my vehicles is not one that is involved in the campaign (2002 Chevrolet Venture [xxx]). It would seem that gm misreport the scope of the problem. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

2001 Chevrolet Venture, fuel tank leak @ the fuel tank filler tube attachment point. Has a small crack. Some but not all Ventures with this problem have been recalled. Defiantly a fire hazard.

I have a 2001 chevy Venture that had a recall on the fuel tank because it could leak fuel and a cause a fire. On April 19th my wife took the van in to chapman Chevrolet in tempe,az to get the tank replaced because it has been leaking fuel for some time now. We were never notified of this recall. We looked it up online. When she got there she was told that we were over the mileage for the free tank replacement and would have to pay a $1000 to have it replaced. That was of course out of the question and it is not our fault that they made a defective tank and is a fire hazard that they want people to drive around in unless they have a thousand dollars to spend on replacing it. Please help if you can. This can be a serious problem and gm needs to stand behind their products.

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Venture. The contact stated that when ever he added fuel to its capacity and parked the vehicle in his garage, he smelled fuel. He also stated that he doesn't smell fuel while the vehicle is being driven. The failure only occurred when the fuel tank was full. The dealer stated that there was a recall for the fuel system; however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was repaired at the owners expense. The failure recurred which also revealed a crack on the inlet valve. Nhtsa campaign id 07v349000, fuel system, gasoline: storage is related to the failure. The failure and current mileages were 131,000.

Fuel tank leak from "neck" or "stem. " dealer declared "unrepairable. " replaced tank at cost of$834 (after 10% discount granted because of low mileage on vehicle).

Leak in gas tank where filler neck goes into tank. Reference NHTSA recall # 07v349000. Gm and local dealer has told me my vehicle does not qualify for recall because my van is long wheelbase and recall is for short wheelbase. The fracture in the tank is in the same location as from the recall for short wheelbase Chevrolet Ventures.

The contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Venture. When the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed fuel leaking from the fuel tank. The dealer stated that the vehicle's mileage was too excessive to be included in NHTSA campaign id number 07v349000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage). In addition, there was a crack in the tank. The failure mileage was 148,000 and current mileage was 177,000.

Gm fails to recognize this recall on a 2003 chevy Venture fuel tank:. . Read more...

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The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Venture. The contact stated that the vehicle has a fuel leak where the nipple meets the gas tank. The dealer stated that there was no sign of impact and was due to age and mileage. The purchase date was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 85,000.

September 2006 was told my fuel tank was leaking and it needed to be replaced. I ask them where the leak was and they told me that it was leaking at the factor seal where the gas hose connects to the fuel tank itself. Due to the fact that my warranty had expired I was told I was to pay $1500. 00 to replace it. I ended up taking it to an independent repair shop where they charged me $1100. 00 to replace it on December 23 2006 the shop that did the repair told me that where this leak is a factory defect and, I was lucky that my van never caught fire. He told me that the area where this leak was a week point on the plastic tank and that it was never sealed right. The day they fixed my van they order a new and it too was broken in the same spot as mine was. They had to order another tank that same day. This is a big problem (plastic gas tank on my 2003 chevy Venture). This matter need to be looked in to before some one else get hurt or dies because of the weak points in these plastics tanks I still have this tank and will submit pictures if you need me to so you can see where this defect is.

1. ) the vehicle was being refueled. During the refueling it was noticed that fuel started pouring out from under the vehicle. 2. ) looking under the vehicle a crack could be seen where the molded plastic filler neck intersected the fuel tank. A fuel spill of two thirds of a tank of gasoline. 3. ) the entire fuel tank was replaced with a new fuel tank ordered from gm at local garage.

My 2003 Chevrolet Venture developed a stress fracture at the bezel/collar of the gas tank which caused the tank to begin leaking at a rate of 1 gallon / hr. I did not hit anything, per the mechanic. He could find no evidence of any other damage. The leaking was so bad that I had to have the vehicle towed. I contacted Chevrolet, but did not receive a response. This is a potentially dangerous situation, as the gas tank/bezel/connector hose is at a low point of the vehicle in the back. It is only through good fortune that I did not start a fire from the leaking fluid.

I have a 2003 chevy Venture Mini-van. The gas tank has come apart at the filler neck assembly. This is a molded tank and is all one piece. My vehicle has 46,000 miles on it. G. M. Is willing to pay for half the cost which still amounts to $500. 00 because the estimate I have received from the dealer was $893. 00. However, this is not the reason for me to send this e-mail. I have taken pictures of this leak and I feel there needs to be documentation of this hazard. I find it perplexing that the manufacture and dealer would not stand behind their product regardless of the amount of miles on it. I am in the process of having the tank replaced for a cost of $250. 00. But obviously, for a gas tank to come apart at the seam in a two year time frame makes me believe that the tank was defective when it was installed at the factory. Thank you for hearing my complaint. Sincerely, tim purdy.

The caller said the neck of gas tank cracked. The tank was made of plastic. The caller stated gas leaked at the crack which was in the neck right where the body of the tank started. Dealer said it was not covered by the warranty. Manufacturer said it was not a manufacturer's defect. They will offer no help for free. Caller did file a complaint with manufacturer.

Fuel guage becomes erratic when tank becomes less than half full.

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My 2000 Venture was parked on an incline nose down with a full tank of gas. After about one hour someone smelled gas. We found gas streaming out from under the van. There was no gas in my garage and I did not hit any objects on the way. I had the van towed to the dealer. Must replace entire gas tank because 'check valve inside tank went bad'. Cost $1100. This poor design makes us have to replace the entire tank for one valve. Not a maintenance issue. Could have been a very dangerous situation. Gm won't help pay for repair.

Fuel tank filler neck has defective weld that allowed large quanity of fuel to leak onto both the vehicle and ground. This vehicle has never been in any accident or operated in a rough or abusive manner. Fuel tank had to be replaced. Have very grave concerns about what would happen in a side impact collision.

While driving the Venture van, road debris hit the gas tank and punctured it. Gas tank is plastic and is the lowest part of the vehicle. There is no protection from road debris.

The gas tank is located 5 inches off the ground and has no shield to protect it from damage.

While driving, the vehicle hit a mud flap and put a hole in the gas tank.

Fuel tank "thud" heard from underneath vehicle a second or two after coming to a stop. Loudest when tank is 1/2 to 3/4 full. Taken to dealer two times while under warranty. No repair made. Now with 80,000 miles on vehicle, we have taken it in again and shown the dealer a "technical service bulletin" from NHTSA. Com showing certain 1998 VIN #'s need new fuel tanks. Dealer told me my vehicle didn't apply. Two weeks later I returned and drove vehicle w/service manager. He finally agreed that there is a problem with my tank and will fix/replace. If you have this problem, see the section on this web site that shows technical service bulletins, print my complaint also, and take these to your dealer to get your "thud" fixed.

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While traveling on highway there is a noise coming from underneath the vehicle. When backing up there is a noise, and vehicle will jerk. Dealership is aware of problem. The dealership came to the conclusion that it is gas sloshing in the gas tank due to no baffles in the gas tank. They informed consumer that this is a design problem and there is nothing that can be done about it.

While driving about 65 mph on the freeway, where traffic forced consumer to drive over a branch that was on the way, fuel tank cracked.

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The noise coming from the fuel tank appears when the tank is full and is heard down to about 1/2 tank. When you start out or come to a stop a "thump" sound is heard. It sounds like a basketball is rolling around in the tank. The dealer has r/r the tank and replaced the strapping and the sound is still there. If and when I sell this vehicle the sound won't be a selling point. Plus, there's a possibility that it could be a safety issue too. I've filled out a nhts questionnaire in October and haven't heard from either the manufacture or the dealership. When I first contacted the dealership, they checked the tech. Support side of the house and were told that there was a known problem, no fix, but not to worry. . . Well, we're worring now. Please contact us by e-mail as to the status of this problem. Thank you john thime.

We are experiencing a thumping/loose basketball rolling in the back of vehicle sound. It happens when the tank is full, and gets louder down to 1/2 full then dissapates. Additional padding and straping were installed by the dealer, but the sound is still there only louder. For resale this isn't going to fly. Is there anything that can be done? thank you.

With fuel tank full and down to 1/2 tank, we hear a thumping noise. This happens when we stop, or accelerate. We also hear it when we pull in or out of the garage (sloped). Once the tank is below 1/2 the noise goes away. We have had the dealer replace the insulation between the tank and frame and new stapping was installed at the same time. The problem still exists. If we trade this in like we're planning on doing, this problem will sure put a crimp on the sale price. Any information on a fix or some corrective action would be appreciated. Thank you.

When the fuel tank is fulland also 3/4 full consumer noticed a knocking sound coming from the rear end of the vehicle. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer unable to determine the cause of the problem.

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The fuel gauge does not register the correct amount of fuel. Sometimes when it reads empty it is full, and sometimes when it reads full it is empty. Dealer is not able to correct the problem with the fuel gauge.