Table 1 shows one common gasoline fuel system related problems of the 2000 GMC Sonoma.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Fuel Pump problems |
The consumer states that the fuel sending in the gas tank did not work properly, it does not show the proper level of gasoline in the gas tank. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, and they confirmed that this was the problem with the vehicle. They said that the fuel sending unit and fuel system needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted to see if they could do anything for the consumer since the mileage was out on the warranty and the manufacturer could not assist with the cost. This problem started on September 1, 2003. (11/17/05) the vehicle had run out of gas with the fuel gauge on 1/4 tank and on another occasion when the tank read 1/2 full.
Fuel pump / sending unit stoped working. Unit was replaced by certified mechanic. The cost for the unit was $568. 90 from bob maguire gm parts center.
: the consumer stated the fuel gauge suddenly stopped working in 2002. The dealership determined the fuel gauge and fuel pump need to be replaced. The manufacturer recommended the replacement of these components, based on other vehicles with the same problem; the wires could overheat and cause a fire in the gas tank. Updated 02/07/06.
The gas gauge does not work. It IA part of a fuel pump-gas gauge assembly located in the gas tank of my vehicle. The service advisor, at one of their shops in winston-salem, north carolina told me, in the fall of 2002, that there is no recall on this item so I need to get it replaced for two reasons. 1) it needs to be repaired and 2) the findings on previously vehicles with the same problem is that the wires connected to the gauges in the gas tank show excessive electrical scorching. Because the dealership would not repair it as 'covered under warranty'(truck had 39000 miles on it at the time of my first complaint) and because they wanted so much money($800) to fix it, I decided to take it elsewhere to see if the repair can be done at a more reasonable cost(to me). I have taken my truck to other repair shops since, and have been told the same story. . . The electric wires are overheating , burning excessively at the switch located in the gas tank. I have been advised several times to contact NHTSA and finally I have. My service advisor at firestone has told m that this fuel pump-gas gauge assembly fails on all GMC trucks that they service for the stated reasons and that I should complain to you folk or continue to drive it using my 'trip meter' as m gas gauge. So here I am. . . . Thanks for helping me and /or trying to help me. A retired school teacher. Tom.
While consumer was driving at 40 mphvehicle died out. Towed to dealer. Dealer noticed that fuel pump needed to be replaced. This will be the third time.