Vehicle experienced a gas leak where the fuel filler pipe connects to the gas tank. This vehicle was recalled for this defect in 1994. However, the manufacturer was not identifying with the recall number which was provided by the consumer. *ak no recall found for this vehicle. In looking in the drivers side wheel well the consumer noticed where a rubber sleeve/union was damp with fuel. The fuel smell could be noticed from a distance.
1994 Chevrolet S10: fuel leak
9 of the 966 complaints about the 1994 Chevrolet S10 describe fuel leak.
- owner complaints
- 9
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall for this area of the car. See below
Fuel leak by model year
- 20041
- 20022
- 20013
- 19991
- 19971
- 19962
- 199511
- 19949
- 19933
- 19923
- 19912
What owners say
Consumer has noticed a small odor inside passenger compartment in vehicle, consumer inspected vehicle, and noticed fuel leaking from the fuel tank. Consumer noted that cause of problem was rust. *ak
The plastic cover around the gas tank trapped dirt around the gas tank and rusted a hole in the tank resulting in a fuel leak. Nlm
While the consumer was preparing to change the fuel filter he discovered the gas tank had a hole in the bottom as well as the top of the tank and was leaking fuel which caused a fuel odor while parked in garage. Nlm
This is a common failure due to a manufacturing defect. I have documented proof of it along with 20 testimonials from blazer owners and an engineers report detailing the problem. Gm is not only refusing to stand behind the problem they've created but are charging upwards of $800.00 to fix it. This problem causes fuel to pass the cylinders and fill the oil pan with gas to the point of having gas leak out of all of the oil seals and out of the engine. This problem will cause the engine not only to sieze but also may result in engine fire and loss of life. Gm's stance on this is to ignor customer complaints and charge a premium for the repair.
Fuel pumps replaced over 5 times, injectors replaced 4 times, complained about ABS brakes from first dat of ownership, they dont stop the vehicle in a panic stop, 2 accidents due to brakes!!! Injector lines worn through by rubbing on fuel line under plenum multiple times causes major fuel leakage!! Possible fire hazard dealer contacted, chevrolet conttacted.
The consumer has been experiencing some problems with windshield wipers and and fuel injection system. When the consumer turns the windshield wiper switch on, it fails to work. Also, the fuel injection system has been leaking fuel around the intake manifold. The manufacturer has been contacted. *ak
Fuel tank is leaking fuel due to rust and corrosion. Consumer believes this is not a normal condition for a vehcle only 69000 miles of wear. Dealer/manufacturer notified.
Consumer started smelling gasoline, a strong odor, inside and outside of vehicle, the tank has rusted through underneath the protective cover. But cannot tell where the gas leak is. When taking the cover off can see the gas, a puddle in the cover. Movement of the vehicle makes the gas drip out. The dealer was not cantacted. There is no warranty of vehicle the estimated cost for a new fuel tank is approximately $256.00 plus labor.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap
- What is wrong
- The fuel tank filler pipes were not manufactured to specification which caused loss of fuel between the fuel tank filler pipe and the vent tube during a test. The loss of fuel was in excess of the amount permitted by fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity."
- Risk
- Consequence of non-compliance: if a vehicle crash were to occur, it may cause the joint between the fuel tank filler pipes and the vent tube to crack. If the vehicle overturned, fuel leakage would occur, which could result in a post-crash fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel filler pipe on these vehicles.
Recall number 94V014000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1994 Chevrolet S10 fuel leak
Is fuel leak a common problem on the 1994 Chevrolet S10?
9 of 966 owner complaints about the 1994 Chevrolet S10 (1%) mention fuel leak. The model year with the most reports is 1995.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1994 Chevrolet S10?
There is 1 recall and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1994 Chevrolet S10
ABS 240Wipers 207Brake failure 143Grinding brakes 10Spongy pedal 9Stalling 9Adaptive cruise 8Premature wear 8Loss of power 6Engine failure 5Seat belt 5Sudden acceleration 5
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