My grandson and I were shopping, then I filled my gas tank. We then went into the grocery store came out, smelled gas and looked under car. It is leaking gas, we hurried home--went from full tank to 1/4 full tank in 58 miles. It is sitting and not driven. And I have a 2003 rendezvous that has a gas smell that is very strong but hasn't leaded out gas yet.
2004 Buick Rendezvous: fuel leak
9 of the 200 complaints about the 2004 Buick Rendezvous describe fuel leak.
- owner complaints
- 9
- of this car's complaints
- 5%
- typical mileage
- 135,000
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls for this area of the car. See below
Fuel leak by model year
What owners say
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 buick rendezvous. While the vehicle was parked, there was a strong fuel odor and a fuel leak was noticed from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to reliable buick gmc (400 automall dr, roseville, ca 95661, (916) 783-5233) where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank check valve was cracked and leaking. The contact was informed that the fuel tank needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 07v349000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer offered no further assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 175,000. *tt
*vt* - on two different occasions my 2004 buick rendezvous has caused the inside of the car to fill up with strong gasoline smell. When checking the ground I discovered it was leaking gasoline. I was told that there was no more recall on my VIN# - however, I'm discovering that other 2004 buick rendezvouses are reporting the same of similar problem under campaign #07v349000. I was never notified of a recall for this issue, which could be a very serious safety issue, as I haul around by very young grandchildren. What? Does someone have to die before this issue is addressed properly?
Fuel lines were rusted, noticed and smelled gasoline. Was afraid that the car could catch on fire due the fact that the gas was leaking steadily. Had to change all 3 fuel lines from the fuel filter to the firewall, which my brother-in-law worked on it. He then noticed that the brake lines were rusty and requested that I have them checked out.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 buick rendezvous. The contact stated that fuel was leaking from the vehicle onto the garage floor. The contact believed the failure was directly related to the federal safety agency campaign number: 07v349000 (fuel system, gasoline). The dealer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 145,000.
My engine light came on and I took my truck to have an oil change where they discovered that gas was leaking my truck and they told me I need to have my gas filler hose replaced before it starts a fire and endanger me and my family. I was researching this on the internet and came across recalls for the same problem that I am having now. I want know how can I see if my truck is on that recall list. I am not the original owner of the truck but I only had it a year and a half. If my truck is only the recall list can I still get it fixed if I am not the original owner.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 buick rendezvous. The contact smelled a very strong gasoline odor in the garage. She took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and they found a fuel leak. The VIN was excluded from the federal safety agency campaign id number 03v454000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage). The current and failure mileages were 11,000.
Strong fuel smell upon cold start up, smell would dissipate after warm up. Found fuel leak at fuel pressure regulator. Nothing had been done to date, problem just now found.
1. 2004 buick rendezvous stalls driving at all speeds. Will not restart until it sits awhile. 2. Starter stays engaged and whines after engine starts for aprox. 3 to 4 seconds. 3. The gas tank is leaking around the filler neck where the tank is (welded). All of these problems have been looked at by 2 dealerships and I have contacted gm to get these problems, all of which are recall problems fixed. Gm will not repair my vehicle after one of the dealership service departments stated that my vehicle was considered undriveable and a serious vehicle hazard. Gm stated that since my vehicle was a part made by a different manufacturer the exact problems on the recall would not apply. Repair cost estimate was aprox. $1200. Gas leak is about 8 inches away from the left rear "hot" brake rotor "fire". *jb ea07-006.pco
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: storage
- What is wrong
- On certain vehicles, variations in the manufacturing process or exposure to high ambient temperatures may lead to fracture of the fuel tank inlet check valve (icv).
- Risk
- A fracture may allow fuel vapors to pass through and allow droplets of fuel to accumulate on the side of the fuel tank. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel tank. The recall will be mailed in two phases with the first phase beginning on december 4, 2007. The second phase will be mailed on december 13, 2007. Owners may contact buick at 1‑866‑608‑8080; chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438; or pontiac at 1‑800‑620‑7668. The vehicle population includes buick rendezvous and pontiac aztek vehicle built in may 2003; chevrolet venture and pontiac montana vehicles built from june through august 2002; and all vehicles registered in nevada, arizona, virgin islands, puerto rico, and hawaii.
Recall number 07V349000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: storage
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, a weld between the fuel tank inlet check valve and the fuel tank can fail.
- Risk
- If these parts separate, the driver may notice an odor of fuel, the service engine soon or check engine light may illuminate, and/or fuel may leak onto the ground. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the serial number of the fuel tank to see if it is on the list of affected tanks. If the serial number matches, the fuel tank will be replaced. Owner notification began november 4, 2003. Owners should contact buick at 1‑866‑608‑8080 or pontiac at 1‑800‑620‑7668.
Recall number 03V454000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2004 Buick Rendezvous fuel leak
Is fuel leak a common problem on the 2004 Buick Rendezvous?
9 of 200 owner complaints about the 2004 Buick Rendezvous (5%) mention fuel leak. The model year with the most reports is 2002.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2004 Buick Rendezvous?
There are 2 recalls and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2004 Buick Rendezvous
Stalling 38Fuel gauge 15Fuel smell 10ABS 9Check engine light 8Won't start 7No deployment 6Fuel pump 6
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