2003 Chevrolet Blazer: wrong fuel gauge reading

Filed May 6, 2011 · Fuel system · 12,000 miles · OH

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet blazer. The contact stated the vehicle experienced an ongoing failure in which the fuel gauge constantly displayed an improper reading. The contact also stated due to the failure the vehicle stalled while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on numerous occasions in which the failure was never diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 12,000 and the current mileage was 60,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Apr 29, 2011 · Fuel system · 8,000 miles · MI

My 2003 chevy blazer has had a faulty fuel gauge since the vehicle was purchased. It was taken into moran chevrolet in clinton township mi once for warranty repairs but the problem was never fixed. Service rep informed me that it was caused by a bad vehicle ground. Problem still persists to this day. The only way I can avoid running out of gas is to reset the trip odometer every time I fill-up.

Filed Aug 18, 2008 · Electrical · 60,548 miles · ME

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet blazer. While driving approximately 45 MPH, all of the instrument panel lights illuminated. Also, the radio and fuel gauge failed to operate normally. The speedometer displayed inaccurate readings. The instrument panel lights remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and they stated that the instrument panel cluster was defective. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage was 60,548 and current mileage was 60,700. Updated 09/26/08. 8jb

Filed Jun 4, 2008 · Electrical, Engine · 36,000 miles · PA

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet blazer. Everytime the contact opens the door of the vehicle, the interior lights consistently flicker on and off, especially in cold weather. As a consequence, the battery and alternator continue to fail and need replacing. The dealer stated that the failures were a normal characteristic of the vehicle and no remedy was available. Secondly, he noticed that the fuel gauges were inoperative. When the fuel gauge dial indicates that the fuel level is at half a tank, the fuel warning light illuminates. Thirdly, the contact had to replace the lower ball joints twice because they continued to fail. Lastly, while idling at a stop light, the engine abnormally hesitates, which causes the steering column to vibrate. He took the vehicle back to the dealer, but they could not duplicate the failure or remedy the failures. The manufacturer was unable to assist. The failure mileage was 36,000 and current mileage was 39,450.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Body, Fuel system · 30,037 miles · OH

I have a 02 blazer and I believe the fuel gauge is not working properly. After I have gone only about 40 miles on a full tank of gas the gauge shows ? Full. Can that be correct? In the owner?s manual it states that I am to have an 18-gallon fuel tank. With an average of 20 mpg on the highway it should go to ? Tank at about 90 miles.

Filed Sep 11, 2003 · Fuel system, Transmission · 16,547 miles · WI

Consumer had experienced loud thumping from the engine compartment. There were times when transmission got stuck in one gear for an extended amount of time. Vehicle was taken to the dealer four times for transmission problems. Also, fuel gauge was not functioning properly. When gas was in the tank it could register full one minute and half full the next minute without moving the vehicle. Manufacturer and the dealer had been notified.

Filed Jul 1, 2003 · Fuel system · 45,000 miles · CA

As the owner of a 2000 chevrolet blazer, coup (VIN: [xxx]) I was looking forward to continue purchasing chevrolet vehicles in the future. However, a recent experience has made me hesitant in this regard. *ak when I recently noticed that my gas gauge was giving questionable readings and I had no idea as to the amount of fuel still remaining in the tank I took the vehicle to the mechanics at selman chevrolet in orange. It was, indeed, determined that the fuel gauge sensor was not functioning correctly, but much to my chagrin I learned that it is not covered under warranty. This includes the extended warranty that I purchased from glendale nissan (member # [xxx]) obviously I was surprised that an item so vital to safety is not covered. I can understand if it were an item requiring replacement after so many miles, but that is obviously not the case. I drive in heavy freeway traffic every day, many times with my 4 year-old daughter, and should I run out of gas the results would be disastrous if not deadly. In such a case who would be responsible if the vehicle ran out of gas due to a faulty reading of the gauge? Are you aware that this item malfunctions and if so should it not be considered as a cause for recall or at the very least replaced at no cost to the customer? I have a number of concerns, one of which is whether or not you authorize the sale of a warranty (I purchased this as a pre-owned vehicle with approximately 25,000 miles on it from a reputable dealer) on your vehicle that has such limited coverage as the one that I purchased? Also if I were to have purchased this vehicle new, would this item still be covered under the original warranty? Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).