Other Fuel System Pump problems of the 2007 Saturn ION - part 2

Tl-the contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that she noticed a leak coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. After diagnosis, they advised her that the fuel pump assembly failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired for the fuel pump assembly. The manufacturer was contacted and they advised her that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The failure and current mileages were unavailable. Kmj.

The contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that fuel fumes started to emitt inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent who diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. The failure mileage was 48,000.

I noticed an overpowering odor of gasoline present inside and outside the vehicle. Took the vehicle to the dealer for diagnosis and was told the fuel module was leaking gasoline and was also advised that my vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The vehicle was repaired by replacing fuel module with my out of pocket cost. The failure mileage was approximately 51,000. This manufacturing defect obviously has a great risk of fire or explosion.

Tl-the contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that there was an overpowering odor of gasoline present inside and outside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where the contact was advised that the fuel pump was fractured and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted and advised him that his vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The vehicle was repaired for the fuel pump. The failure mileage was approximately 103,000. The current mileage was approximately 104,000. Kmj.

The contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. While parked, the contact noticed a strong gasoline fuel smell. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician stated there was a crack in fuel pump, which needed to be replaced. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump) but was advised by the manufacturer that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 47,857.

I parked my car in my garage and closed the garage door, when I went to leave I noticed a strong smell of gas. My local gm dealership diagnosed it as cracks and pinholes in the fuel lines running from the fuel pump to fuel filter consistent with recall 09v419000, gm will not honor this recall even know my VIN is within the recall breaking points, because I do not reside in one of the selected states and they claim my issue is due to wear.

Approximately 3-4 weeks ago, I started smelling a strong gasoline smell outside my car when I parked it. The smell was growing stronger (and I could smell it in the cabin itself) so I took it to my mechanic who told me it was the fuel pump. He had printed out the recall and suggested I contact gm. When I contacted the local dealership, I was told they wouldn't/couldn't honor the recall as it was VIN specific. Back to my mechanic who fixed it (and by now I was leaking gasoline) and he advised me to contact gm again as the fuel pump was cracked exactly where the fuel pump involved in the recall was. He gave me the part and I did contact gm but was told by gm that they will not honor the recall, that it was VIN specific. To add insult to injury I was told by the person who called me that she "wanted to assure me that your vehicle is safe to drive, it's not involved in the recall. " needless to say, that did not go over well since the reason it's safe to drive is that I had it fixed myself. I will also be filing complaints with my state ag and the bbb. Thank you for your consideration and help in this matter.

The contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that there was a strong gasoline fuel smell odor from the exterior of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic, who advised that the fuel pump module was fractured and needed to be replaced. The mechanic replaced the fuel pump and the dealer was notified of the failure. The dealer advised the contact that there had been a recall for the failure but his VIN was not included in the recall campaign (NHTSA campaign id number: 12v459000: fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump). The manufacturer was notified who confirmed that the recall did not include the contact's VIN. The failure mileage was 119,000.

The contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that she could smell gasoline fuel while in the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was confirmed that the fuel pump failed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the issue and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The failure mileage was 34,411 and the current mileage was 39,100.

Smell of gasoline coming from under rear of vehicle. Took car to dealer to get fuel pump replaced. I see recall for similare problem but only in some states. I see recal has been expanded to hopefully include all states.

The vehicle smelled heavily of gasoline when parked. The plastic fuel line at the fuel pump connection was cracked. The fuel pump had to be replaced. This is an ongoing issue with this year, make and model of vehicle. There is a recall, but when I contact gm, they tell me that my VIN is not included at this time. This is the same issue and this VIN number needs to be added. Gm tells me that it is up to the NHTSA, not gm. I appreciate your consideration in this matter.

The contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that while parked, the smell of gasoline fuel emitted in and outside of the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the VIN failed to qualify for repairs under NHTSA campaign id number:09v419000( fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 51,000 and the current mileage was 52,000.

Noticed fuel leakage while parked in front of home. Immediately took auto to repair shop for check after checking gm website noticed recalls for fuel leakage in several states, va not included. Mechanic said fuel tank was leaking and cracked resulting of removal of tank and fuel pump sending unit replaced at a cost of $609. 51.

My daughter smelled gas while driving her car. She took it to my mechanic who said that her fuel pump was defective but that her vehicle had a safety recall issued for the same problem. The mechanic printed out the recall notice (safety recall 09226). I took the vehicle to the authorized dealer and they would not honor the recall because the VIN was not on the list. Can Saturn certify that they never did any parts swaps between factories?.

The contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that the vehicle developed a crack in the fuel pump port. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who confirmed the failure and stated that the vehicle was unsafe to drive since the failure was considered a fire safety hazard. The dealer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The failure mileage was 68,000 and the current mileage was 68,980.

The contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion 3. The contact stated that fuel fumes were emitted outside of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnose that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who stated that the vehicle qualified for repairs under NHTSA campaign id number: 09v419000(fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump), however repairs or a refund were denied due to the state where the vehicle resided. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 109,000 and the current mileage was 109,654.

The contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that while parked, a strong odor of gasoline was emitted from the vehicle. The manufacturer was contact and stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who advised the contact that there was a fuel leak because the fuel pump module failed needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage of the vehicle was 52,002 and the current mileage was 52,602. Updated 11/21/12 updated 11/30/2012.

The contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that fuel fumes were emitted around the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump had developed a leak and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 88,600.

The contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken for state inspection when the contact was made aware the fuel pump was leaking fuel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The mechanic stated the fuel pump and the fuel tank seal would have to be replaced. There was a recall under NHTSA campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump) that may be related to the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 95,358.

My check engine light kept coming on, even the smaller check engine light, I had the throttle pedal replaced because it was throwing codes, then I began to smell gas fumes and really became concerned so I took it to jim butler Chevrolet in fenton, mo and they told me that my fuel pump was leaking and there was an issue with my valves, I went online to see if I there were any similar issues from other Saturn owners and I discovered that there was a recall on the fuel pump for the 2007 Saturn Ion, I called jim butlers and told them what I discovered and the person handling my vehicle issue told me that I can't believe everything I find online and that my VIN number was not one of the cars listed on the recall list, yet it was doing the exact same thing as described by other Saturn owners. I am very upset at the fact that my car had the same issues as the other Saturn's but I had to pay to have mine replaced, I paid $513. 00 at a customer friendly repair shop who also found the recall on my car. The shop is holding my old fuel pump in case there was a need to inspect it. I found the recall on safercar. Gov which is an official site. I got my report September 3, 2012 the NHTSA campaign id number is 09v419000. My check engine light is still coming on as I was told that I have issues with my valves, but I can't afford to have that seen too yet. It is really sad when I go to a place that is supposed to be certified in handling Saturns and yet when I notify them of a recall on the same issue as my car was having they dismiss me by telling me I shouldn't believe what I read on the internet. My car was a safety hazard while my fuel pump was leaking and that scared me a lot. There is no more gas fumes now that I had to pay to have my fuel pump replaced. I really hope that you take my complaint seriously because the way I was treated was completely ridiculous.

The contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that fumes were emitted into the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump had developed a crack and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included on recall NHTSA campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 71,214.

Vehicle smelled strongly of gas. Brought it to mechanic. There was a crack in the fuel pump module. This is a recall on 2007 Saturn Ions in other states, but not mine.

The contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that as the engine was starting, fuel leaked from the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that the VIN failed to qualify for repairs under NHTSA campaign id number : 09v419000 ( fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 46,000 and the current mileage was 47,000.

Fuel pump module is crack, leaking gas may cause a fire. Gas smell within the vehicle and outside the vehicle hazardous to driver and passenger inside vehicle. Gm will not issue a recall for my specific vehicle.

Vehicle had a strong odor of fuel when you would stop. Took to my standard repair shop and fuel pump module and filter needed to be replaces as it was cracked. Never received any recall notification and find that recall was only for 2007 Saturn Ion's in warm weather states. This vehicle was purchased new in the state of virginia. The expense I incurred should be reimbursed as the were Saturn Ion's outside of warm weather states could also incur the same issue.

The contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that while entering the vehicle, there was an overpowering gasoline fuel smell being emitted from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was determined that the fuel tank sending unit had failed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the issue and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The failure mileage was 53,277 and the current mileage was 65,000.

About 3 weeks ago, I started smelling gas each time I shut off my car. On Friday, my son noticed gas pouring from underneath the car. My stepson works for GMC. He removed the tank and informed me leakage was from fuel pump. He also informed me of a recall related to this matter. I contacted my local dealer and was informed the recall was VIN specific and my vehicle had no recall for same. I spoke with GMC and was told the same thing. I was advised to have diagnostics ran by local dealership, jeff wyler GMC, Buick, pontiac. I was told the cost would be $93. 00 until I made the appointment. Thereafter I was informed I would be charged hourly and the cost would be more than $93 if the gas tank had to be removed. I could have the car fixed for the cost of the diagnostic fee! I was further informed even if the issue with the car was related to recall #090226, GMC would not necessarily be responsible for covering cost of repairs as the recall was not for my car. I further noted that cars from others states where included regardless; however, kentucky and ohio were not included. I live in ky and purchased the car in ohio. I'm not sure where the car was manufactured. I understand I might have to pay to have the car repair and have no issues doing same. I just want a fair determination as to whether my car should be included in the recall based on current problems and not based on a specific VIN number. How can GMC determine my car would not/does not have issues with regard to this recall simply based on a VIN number? any insight into this matter would be greatly appreciated.

The contact owns 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that while driving 25 mph, the contact smelled fuel inside of the vehicle and the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer for a diagnostic test. The dealer stated that the fuel module was defective and needed to be replaced. The contact was also informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The dealer replaced the fuel module. The failure mileage was 103,479.

Tl-the contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, there was a strong odor of fuel inside of the vehicle. Upon reaching the destination, the contact noticed fuel leaking onto the ground. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for an unrelated problem. The technician stated that there was a faulty fuel module. There was a recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The dealer was notified and stated that the VIN was ineligible under the recall. In addition, the vehicle was not originally sold or registered in the states mentioned in the recall. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000. Kmj.

I discovered that my car had a crack in the fuel pump after smelling fuel and noticing that I had lost fuel. After taking it to get looked at, the mechanic said there was a recall on this problem. When looked into further, however, the recall is only good for cars manufactured in or currently registered to a few states located in the south. After researching the recall and reading the summaries, though, my scenario is exactly the same as the summary provided. My car has a title from ohio and is currently registered in ohio. It doesn't make sense that only cars in certain states are allowed the recall. If weather is the deciding factor, ohio's weather for the past couple of weeks, when this problem started, has been hitting 100 degrees. I am very dissatisfied with the recall stipulations and the limited information required.

Tl- the contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that while the vehicle was being serviced by a private mechanic a gasoline smell was being emitted. The mechanic confirmed that the fuel pump had failed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that their vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump). The failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileage was 55,000. Pmb.

The contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that while driving 40 mph, the contact smelled gas fumes and noticed that the low fuel light was illuminated after refueling to half a tank. The vehicle was taken to the mechanic who determined the failure was that the fuel pump was defective since the time of manufacture. The vehicle was repaired by replacing the fuel pump. The manufacturer was not made aware. The approximate current and failure mileage was 70,000.

Tl- the contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. The contact noticed that the gas gauge read empty. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnose that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. The failure mileage was 21,000. Pmb.

The contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that gasoline fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. The contact mentioned that the fuel level was decreasing much faster than normal. The contact mentioned that there was a fracture in the supply line of the fuel module. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 110,000 and the current mileage was 127,000.

The contact owns a 2007 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that after months of smelling gasoline fuel in and around the vehicle, he took the vehicle to an independent mechanic who informed him that the fuel pump would need to be replaced. The contact stated that fuel sprayed out of the pump every time the vehicle was started. The vehicle was repaired. The contact was given the faulty fuel pump and noticed several stress fractures. After researching, he was informed of a recall for the failure under NHTSA campaign id number: 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The manufacturer was notified but advised the contact that due to mileage they would not assist in the repair costs. The failure mileage was 124,600 and the current mileage was 126,000.