2011 Chevrolet Corvette: fuel pump failure

Filed Oct 9, 2025 · Fuel system · CA

Fuel pump feeder is known to be a major issues on these cars. These should be a safety recall with no explanation. Feeder fitting tends to crack overtime. Recently purchased and wasn’t aware of that previous recall which the previous owner didn’t handle.

Filed Sep 30, 2024 · Fuel system · TX

Fuel pump elbow at top of driver side tank cracks and allows fuel to leak out of plastic piece. Many have the same issue and all we got was a very temporary fuel pump recall. Engine light is on

Filed May 22, 2022 · Fuel system · CA

Strong odor of gas fumes in driver compartment, seems to eminate from driver side. Plastic flange on top of fuel pump is cracked and spews gas to surrounding area. Smell is constant regardless of fuel level. GM has been aware of problem for years but has yet to issue recall. They did issue temporary special coverage adjustment not adequate for earlier model years where issue was systemic. Yes my car is available for inspection. This is health and safety issue which should warrant a recall. Fire hazard as well. No warning lamps appear on dash.

Filed May 21, 2022 · Fuel system · FL

I recently purchased a 2011 Chevy Corvette Grand Sport from a dealer in South Florida named Greico Chevrolet in Del Rey Beach. It was purchased used and as is from this dealer, but this appears to be a quite dangerous problem. I smell gasoline on the drivers side wheel well most of the time and sometimes the smell seeps through the car into the cabin. This is not from overfilling the tank (which I do not do anyway). I researched this issue and it appears to be an issue with two GM cars. See this statement and let me know if I have a claim: "GM Special coverage adjustment 15682 update July 2016 .Condition Some 2007 to 2009 model year Cadillac XLR and 2007 to 2013 model year Chevrolet Corvette vehicles may have a condition where a fuel odor is detected, fuel droplets appear below the left-hand fuel tank with fuel gauge level above 1/2, or a malfunction indicator lamp illuminates due to a leak path in the left-hand fuel pump module flange. Special Coverage Adjustment This special coverage covers the condition described above for a period of 10 years or 120,000 miles (193,000 km), whichever occurs first, from the date the vehicle was originally placed in service, regardless of ownership. For vehicles covered by Vehicle Service Contracts, all eligible claims with repair orders on or after July 25, 2016, are covered by this special coverage and must be submitted using the labor operation codes provided with this bulletin. Claims with repair orders prior to July 25, 2016, must be submitted to the Service Contract provider. Correction Dealers are to replace the left hand fuel tank fuel pump module. The repairs will be made at no charge"

Filed May 8, 2022 · Fuel system · IL

I purchased this 2011 corvette on December 31st, 2021. I drove it home and parked it in the garage. The next day I smelled gas but couldn’t find any leaks. Yesterday I had the car on a lift and changed the transmission filter and fluid. While I was underneath it, I noticed liquid streaks on the left fuel tank and possibly on the right tank also. Today I googled corvette C6 gas leaks and found all the information on the problems regarding plastic on fuel pumps cracking or seals failing. I am sure that my car is having the same problem. It sounds like GM sent owners letters (possibly in 2017) which stated they would extend the warranty for 20 years or 120,000 miles. Many owners stated that their cars were over the time limit or miles when they received the letter. I feel GM should recall these cars since a fuel leak has to be the most dangerous item out there. I worry that my house could burn down or it starts on fire while I drive it.

Filed May 21, 2021 · Fuel system · TX

Upon filling fuel tank and returning home and parking vehicle in garage, fuel smell and leak was confirmed on floor of garage. Vehicle was taken to a automotive center to have inspected and automotive center stated " fuel leaking when filling with fuel." Automotive center states "was able to inspect with an inspection camera and found that top of fuel tank is leaking at the fuel pump module seal to the tank. Also can see the vapor valve is wet from fuel as well. Recommend both pumps and evap valve." Concerned for safety of vehicle when driving and parked.

Filed Sep 6, 2020 · Fuel system · 31,000 miles · SC

Dear sir or madam, I purchased a used 2011 corvette a year ago. There is a strong odor of gasoline near the drivers side rear wheel well when the tank is near full. This has occurred from the first day I bought it and continues today. I have replaced the gas cap with no improvement. I became aware of recall for cracking of the fuel pump assembly which produces a gasoline vapor leak.. The recall is from july 2016, ref# n150682, gwm# 2015682. I found the recall information on a corvette forum. The letter says the recall is good for 10 years from the in-service date with unlimited mileage. So it should still be available for my 2011 vehicle. I contacted my local dealer and they said there is no recall showing on the gm system for my car. The dealer is marchant chevrolet, 5700 savannah highway, ravenel sc 29470, 843‑564‑1394. Can you help me get the dealer to recognize the recall? Thank you, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Oct 17, 2019 · Fuel system · TN

I own a 2011 corvette c6 and in the last 2 months, I get a strong smell of gas that is constant. I have read threads on the corvette forms and found this is a crack in the fuel pump and it leaks out and collects into the pan that supports the gas tank. This is very dangerous and can start a fire along with fumes in the garage and sometime gas water heaters are located in the garage. I cannot believe this is not a recall.

Filed Jan 14, 2019 · Fuel system · 68,000 miles · MS

Bought a 2011 corvette . Had a strong gas smell when parked . Inside and out of car . Took car in for inspection . Tech said it's a common problem on c6 series corvettes that the fuel pump area has gas leaks . I parked car inside garage and the gas smell is so strong , I'm afraid to park it inside because of fire hazards . I have pictures of problem . Chevrolet is aware of these cars doing this . It's in the web sights of corvette owners for same problems. They need to recall these for repair for fire hazard to car , house and injury to person owning them .

Filed Jul 17, 2018 · Fuel system · 120,400 miles · TX

The fuel pump assembly is leaking and needs to be replaced. There is a very strong smell of gas coming from the car when parked. The manufacturer is refusing to cover this repair and it is hazardous to drive the car in the current state.

Filed Dec 10, 2017 · Fuel system · 28,000 miles · NV

Fuel leak from crack in fuel pump. Strong gasoline odor can be detected from driver side rear tire. This is a known common problem with c5 and c6 corvette and can cause fire as fuel leaks is collected in pan next to hot exhaust pipe.

Filed Jan 26, 2016 · Fuel system · 19,000 miles · AZ

I have a very strong fuel smell in my garage after I drive my car. I replaced the gas cap and it did not go away. It is stronger when I have filled the tank (I do not overfill). I have researched this issue on the internet and found that quite a few owners of c6 corvetted have had this problem. My fear is that fuel is being sprayed from a crack in the top of the fuel pump just outside the tank and could result in a fire and injury. See the youtube video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p9e3md122mg.