Gasoline Fuel System Problems of GEO Metro

GEO Metro owners have reported 8 gasoline fuel system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common gasoline fuel system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's fuel injection (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's fuel hoses lines/piping and fittings (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Gasoline Fuel System related problems of GEO Metro


Recently reported Gasoline Fuel System problems of GEO Metro

The Fuel Injection problem

Vehicle stalls when starting from a complete stop. Vehicle sometimes does not start. Sometimes goes away for a couple of days, then comes back. Contacted dealer, and dealer tuned up vehicle to fix problem. But, problem still occurs.   Read details...

The Fuel Hoses Lines/piping And Fittings problem

The fuel hose that connects to the fuel tank was not properly sealed, causing a fuel leak, and may have caused a fire if there was a source of ignition. Please provide further information and VIN#.   Read details...

The Tank Assembly problem

When starting vehicle there is strong fuel smell which causes occupants to feel sick. The smell comes through the vents. Gm said it is normal all 98,99 and 2000's have this problem.   Read details...

The Gasoline Fuel System problem

Continually won't start - doesn't get gas (it is not the starter) turns over but no gas.   Read details...

The Fuel Injector problem

At 35-40mph and with no warning, engine stalled, could have caused an accident. Dealer notified. Consumer found that the problem was with the connector at the fuel injector, the connectors contact had slightly opened, consumer closed some of the contacts and now the engine runs well.   Read details...




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