Chevrolet Camaro fuel leak problems

Filed Feb 16, 2024 · Fuel system · CA

February 16, 2024 Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to bring to your urgent attention a potentially life-threatening issue regarding the 2011 SS Chevrolet Camaro. It has come to my attention, through personal experience and extensive research, that a hazardous situation exists due to a leaking gas tank in this vehicle model. Despite the gravity of this issue, the car's diagnostic system fails to detect any loss of fuel pressure or sense any fuel vapors, leaving unsuspecting drivers at serious risk. General Motors, particularly its Chevrolet division, has not issued any notice regarding defective fuel systems in the aforementioned vehicle model. This negligence is alarming, as the repercussions of such a flaw can be catastrophic, endangering human lives and personal property. Given the severity of this matter and the potential for serious injuries or fatalities, immediate action is imperative. It is my belief that this issue could affect model years ranging from 2009 to 2015, amplifying the urgency for intervention. One possible cause of this perilous defect could be attributed to the poor quality or substandard material of the fuel pump O-ring. Such a flaw constitutes a recipe for disaster and demands swift resolution. Furthermore, it is apparent that General Motors may be aware of this issue but has chosen not to address it, likely due to concerns about negative product branding and the associated costs of rectifying the problem. However, prioritizing profit over public safety is unacceptable and morally reprehensible. In light of the foregoing, I implore both the federal safety agency and General Motors to take immediate and decisive action to rectify this hazardous situation. Lives are at stake, and the responsibility to ensure the safety of consumers falls squarely on the shoulders of both the manufacturer and the regulatory bo

Filed Mar 14, 2023 · Fuel system · TX

Part number 12703596 that feeds the fuel line has an L bracket that holds the line in place. This bracket is secured to the CylinderbHead on the driverside of the vehicle. The bracket separated from the fuel line at the weld creating a hole. This caused a fuel leak. This fuel leak sprayed fuel down the backside of the engine towards the exhaust. Luckily I did not cause a fire.

Filed Mar 4, 2021 · Fuel system · 116,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact's wife owns a 2011 chevrolet camaro. The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle to an independent mechanic for an oil change, the mechanic informed him that there was a fuel leak in the gas tank. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 116,000.

Filed Sep 4, 2020 · Fuel system · 73,000 miles · IN

Fuel leaking onto ground when filling tank at a gas station. Found information about safety recall from 1994. Owned the car since 1996.

Filed Jul 4, 2020 · Fuel system · 100,000 miles · MI

There is fuel leaking from my gas cap, everytime I fill it up with gas it leaks out the side. It's been ruining my paint on the inside too. It leaks when I start driving.

Filed Sep 10, 2009 · Fuel system · VA

Tl*- the contact owns a 1991 chevrolet camaro. The contact observed fuel leakage during fueling the gas tank .gasoline vapors and fuel leaks can result in a fire if exposed to a source of ignition. He contacted the manufacturer and was advised by a representative that the vehicle identification number was excluded from recall# 94v077000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap). The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage and current mileage was not available.

Filed Jun 30, 2009 · Fuel system · 93,000 miles · NC

Hello, my camaro has had a gas leak from the gas tank/filler neck for several years now. About three years ago, I went to the chevrolet dealer and they recognized that it had a problem, but couldn't figure out how to fix it under the old recall that 'appears' to have expired. However, this is a safety issue. The camaro has been sitting in a garage for the last several years due to safety concerns. I was speaking to martin wheeler at gm customer service center who said he could not find a manager to speak with me (they were all occupied). I have been directed to mail paper correspondence to the following address: general motors po box 33170 detroit, mi 48232-5170 thanks, robert wilkes

Filed Jun 17, 2009 · Fuel system · 113,000 miles · FL · fire

Tl*the contact owns a 1994 chevrolet camaro. While driving at an unknown speed, the contact smelled something burning in her vehicle. She drove to a repair shop and was informed that the fuel line was misrouted, which caused it to strike the air pressure exhaust area, burn, and leak fuel. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was excluded from the federal safety agency campaign id number 93v199000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings); therefore, they could not assist. The failure mileage was 113,000.

Filed Sep 29, 2006 · Fuel system · 134,000 miles · OK · fire

Dt*: the contact stated while traveling 30 MPH, flames erupted from the engine compartment. The vehicle pulled over and no injuries were sustained. The engine and front of the vehicle were completely engulfed in flames by the time the fire department arrived. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The service dealer and manufacturer were notified. An inspector from the manufacturer was sent to inspect the cause of the fire. The contact suspected a melted section of the plastic fuel line melted and leaked fuel onto the hot engine causing the fire.

Filed Mar 29, 2006 · Fuel system · 42,000 miles · MO

Dt*: the contact stated while filling the vehicle with gasoline, the filler neck leaks gasoline. The dealer and manufacturer have been alerted and agree the vehicle is included in the federal safety agency recall, # 94v077000, concerning fuel system. However, both refuse to repair the vehicle without charge due to the age of the vehicle.