Fuel line is leaking in 4 places. Some 2009 cobalts were recalled for this issue. Dealer tells me entire line needs to be repaired front to back.
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt fuel system complaints
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Heavy fuel smell. After researching, found fuel line all rusted out at clamp between drivers side door and right rear wheel. The car sat idle for three days and the temps outside where very hot. After reading on-line posts, I see that many people with this vehicle has the exact same problem.
The fuel line started leaking in front of the rear tire on the drivers side of the vehicle. The vehicle was parked, and was having a difficult time starting. I stepped out of the vehicle and found a large puddle of gas under my vehicle.
My car fuel pump modulator problem. That has been on recall. But not for my vehicle. I do not know the history of what stat it origionally was bought in. But I think if those cars have recall why shouldnt mine? It now leaks gas under gas tank and when I tried to start it gives me hard time. It started 7/2019. Makes car bog down when accelerating. Does it sitting and when moving
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. While pumping fuel, the contact noticed a leak underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to eriksen chevrolet (located at 325 1st ave e, milan, il 61264, (309) 756-2700) where it was determined that diagnostic testing was needed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was unknown.
High pressure fuel line leak. Only occurs when the car in running
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. The contact stated that the vehicle did not start and spilled fuel without warning. The vehicle was towed to scenic chevrolet (864‑622‑2555, located at 3449 blue ridge blvd, west union, sc 29696) where it was stated that the repairs for the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v047000 (air bags, electrical system) and the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v171000 (electrical system) could not be performed due to corroded fuel lines. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 48,000.
My car smells like gas inside and out. Chevy dealership says that it is fuel line leakage which has been reported by many for this model. But for some reason, my VIN was not included in the recall which was done in 2012. Fuel line leak did not happen in my car until now. It is like driving around in a fuel bomb with my little kids. It is too expensive to pay out of my pocket ($1100) for a car that is not worth much.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. While the vehicle was being serviced at love chevrolet (100 parkridge dr, columbia, sc 29212, (803) 454-9382), the contact was informed of a fuel leak. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The fuel leak was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 121,000. *tt
The fuel pump stopped working. After inspection the fuel pump was charred and the electrical plug running from the lid that locks under the tank locking ring crumbled apart. It was so burnt its a wonder a fire didn't start since it's inside the tank. To make things worse the lid that seals in the connector and all the hoses to the fuel pump is non existent. The part number is not even listed.
Fuel leaking from driver rear side immediately after turning on and starting car sitting stationary. No damage or accident prior to the leak. Just one day started leaking.
Fuel smell coming from car when just sitting, started small, now fuel/gas is gushing out. Had to have car towed. Mechanic stated fuel line was rusted through and cracking. I live in a state in which rusting should not be a factor. This is obviously a gm manufacturing problem and should be recalled. This is my only transportation. Called gm to see if it was recalled and they said no. While some have been recalled my VIN has not. Gm excludes this from their special circumstances coverage as well. I have looked on line and I'm not the only one with this problem, not the only one gm has failed to acknowledge and repair. This is a huge safety issue as the car could catch fire with this type of fuel leak. Please help, due to the inability to drive it, I'm now stuck paying $650-$850 repair bill. Gm needs to acknowledge this safety problem and reimburse me as this should be a recall.
Fuel tank is leaking gas. Strong gas smell. After letting car warm up, noticed significant leaking under car. After refueling, noticed leaking under car; examination of actual fluid on ground under car smelled strongly of gasoline. Car leaks when stationary, or over bumps, rough road.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. The contact noticed an abnormal fuel odor inside and outside of the vehicle. The contact also observed fuel leaking from the fuel tank. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the driver's side quarter panel and fuel line were corroded. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and did not assist. The failure mileage was 127,500.
There is a smell of fuel and seepage seems to coming from the top of the fuel tank. This just started and is really noticeable when the car is parked.
We have owned a 2009 chevy cobalt for 3 years - and each year, something has had to be replaced/repaired with the fuel system. The first year, the fuel pump had to be replaced and was paid for out of pocket. The second year, the fuel pump had to be replaced again and was covered under a recall. Once again, the car is acting the same as before each time the fuel pump had to be replaced (strong gas odor, leaking fuel, decreased power when turning especially, as if sufficient fuel isn't being supplied to the motor) for the third year in a row. I contacted the manufacturer to report the repeat concerns (case # 9-4957891748) and was told that there is a special coverage adjustment (#12191) available for a fuel pump module replacement that our car may qualify for and was directed to take it to any gm dealership for a diagnostic review which I did the same day. I just received a call from the dealership and based on their diagnostic review, the problem this time is due to the fuel lines rusting out, which would not be covered under the special coverage adjustment. There are only 121,000 miles on our vehicle and it is kept in a garage when not being driven. Needing to replace the fuel lines now after having to have the fuel pump replaced twice (and all within 3 years) seems to be poor craftsmanship on behalf of the manufacturer, and after researching similar concerns online reveals an abundance of similar complaints of continued fuel system repairs/malfunctions of other chevy cobalt owners for the same year vehicle. It is unsafe to drive a vehicle that consistently has a compromised fuel system, and deems further response and accountability from the manufacturer to the excessive number of consumers that have been provided a vehicle that is dangerous to operate, and have been placed under the unnecessary financial burden of repeat repairs and concerns.
I have 2009 cobalt with 87.5k miles has rusted out fuel line near clip under driver's side. Car has hard start due to lack of pressure in line and leaked while driving and parked. The entire line needs replaced. Not covered under recall, but is the exact same issue that was previously recalled in other states. This is an expensive repair. I have owned the car since driven off the lot and took car of underside due to previous known recalls, it is well maintained. Due to the proximity of the leak to the exhaust, this is major safety issue. My car wasn't drivable and the parts were difficult to find from dealers. I had mine replaced at national chain repair shop for about $600 compared to what dealer would have charged. Looking at database this is a serious issue due to the nature of it being a fuel leak, especially with exhaust so close to the leak. A recall needs to be issued or expanded to ensure the safety while driving. No one should have to worry about their car blowing up or catching fire. Dealers seem clueless as does the manufacturer which will probably now claim this is due to age of the car since many reports are on cars 10 years old at this point.
Gasoline leaking in front of left rear wheel beside exhaust pipe.leaking all the time sitting or moving leaking in same place as recalled cobalts in 2012 that was in a hand full of warm states.pa is as warm as any other state
Fuel line rotting out. Fuel spraying onto exhaust system when driving.potential fire/explosion safety concern. Contacted dealer of purchase no recall / no help.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. The contact smelled a fuel odor inside the vehicle. An independent mechanic stated that the two fuel lines were rusted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 81,200.
My car had a major gas leak, took it to a local garage and had it repaired. Mechanic said I should check into getting reimbursed. I took the repair bill to ganley chevrolet dealer located at 13865 brookpark rd, brookpark oh 44142. Man in service department checked with his supervisor about reimbursement then gave me form to fill out to send to gmac for reimbursement. I contacted gmc to verify the correct mailing address and mailed the form to them on august 6th they said I should get the reimbursement. I didn't hear back so I called them on oct 15th. They wanted me to fax paperwork and registration to them and said reimbursement would be forthcoming. I faxed the paperwork to them on october 18th. I received a call on october 25th and was told no reimbursement. My car had less than 38,000 miles on it at the time of the repair, mechanic said lines on fuel pump assembly were dry rotted and that should not have happened. He had to drop the tank and replace the lines and the fuel pump assembly. Cost for the repair was $486.00. Gmac refused to reimburse me for the repairs. I filed a complaint with the bbb and they referred me to the state secretary, I contacted ruth johnson, secretary of the state of michigan per bbb instructions. I received a letter from her that I should contact you. There was a recall on this particular problem with the car but per gmac it is no longer valid. Can you help?
Leaking fuel right under the driverside by the back driverside tire. Big noticeable puddle of fuel. Can't be good for gas by heat
Car started to leak fuel fairly quickly, presumably for no real reason. Only had the car for a few months, had the oil changed at the dealership and I noticed a very strong gas smell soon after, checked under and car was dripping gas.
Fuel smell and found the bottom of the gas tank wet and dripping, forming a puddle of fuel underneath the car. The leak only happens when the car is started and running. Overnight the fuel has evaporated from the floor and doesn't begin leaking again until car is started and running.
Gas line rotted out in multiple places
The cobalt is leaking gas from a line near the rear of the vehicle. The car is losing a significant amount of gas when driving and when parked while not in use. Gas pools under the car, the smell is very strong and easily recognized as gas. Since I noticed the smell, the check engine light has illuminated. There is a recall for this model/year of cobalt for the issue I am experiencing, however my car does not have the recall. I wanted to reach out because I believe this recall could have affected my car along with the others made in the same plant.
Strong fuel smell, trouble starting car, no visible leak. Not covered under cobalt fuel recall. The problems indicate the issue is exactly what the recall is for. Chevrolet needs to expand the recall to get these unsafe cars fixed.
2009 chevrolet cobalt. Consumer writes in regards to fuel leakage and recall for model. Repairs to car was not covered under extended warranty due to rust an corrosion. *as
Fuel lines bad and leaking the dealer stated it wasnt under recall but did tell me that it should of been as many as he has fixed over 100 of them since 07 cobalts. The cost over 600.00 dollars. It will sit until I win the lottery chevy should step up and fix it for free.I just paid the car off last month go figure.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet cobalt. While driving, the contact stated that a fuel odor came through the vents of the vehicle. The contact also stated that fuel was leaking from the fuel line next to the exhaust pipe while fueling the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to miller brothers chevrolet (9035 baltimore national pike, ellicott city, md 21042, (410) 988-6165) where it was diagnosed that fuel was leaking from the fuel line, which was connected to the chassis, and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer stated that the VIN was not included in a recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failures and advised the contact to take the vehicle to a dealer. The approximate failure mileage was 240,000.
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