2000 Chevrolet S10: fuel pump failure

Filed Oct 3, 2014 · Acceleration, Fuel system · 15,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet s10. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH with the cruise control activated, the engine stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle but the failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the electric fuel pump was defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 15,000. Updated 11/20/14*lj..updated 11/24/14 *bf updated 05/4/02015 *js updated 08/30/2017

Filed Feb 13, 2009 · Fuel system · 69,200 miles · OH

I have a 2000 chevy s-10, 4.3 liter with 69300 miles on it. The engine on this vehicle does not want to turn over and run. I 've had this happen on 5 occasions within the past month. I know it is a gas problem getting to the carburetor since I have splashed a little gas or starting fluid in the carburetor to see if the engine will fire up. The engine does start but shuts down because of a lack of fuel to keep it running. I have replace fuel filter 2 times, map sensor and have recently read that gm used a sock strainer on the fuel pump that tends to get clogged up. I also understand that gm has resolved this problem with a different style of strainer. I am very concerned about this since the last time my engine failed I was driving on a busy cleveland, ohio interstate (I-77 by pershing ave exit ramp). I was able to get the vehicle restarted after several attempts to turn the engine over. I have seen cars on the side of the interstate get hit and concerned for my own safety and health if this should occur again. I believe since gm has and has knowledge of this defect on their part that they should recall all vehicles that use or used this type of strainer on the fuel pump unit. It is just a matter of time before someone is killed because of this irresponsible action on gm to havethe vehicles that are on the road with the problem fuel pump stainer.

Filed Mar 29, 2008 · Fuel system · 122,945 miles · PA

My 2000 s10 would not start last week. Had it towed to garage. Figured it was fuel pump. It was, but upon inspection, the fuel tank was rusted out along with the bands holding the tank on. Paid $1,000.74 to have it repaired.

Filed Mar 2, 2006 · Fuel system · 71,000 miles · VA

On 9-18-2004 fuel pump was replaced after I was left stuck in rush hour traffic the night before. On 9-23-2005 fuel pump was replaced after complained that the fuel gauge bounces up and down. They then replaced the fuel pump but I had to pay out of pocket for repair because I was 6 days beyond warranty. On 3-1-06 while at the dealership in va the car would not start yet again due to the fuel pump and I had to find yet another way home.

Filed Feb 10, 2006 · Electrical · 70,000 miles · CA

Dt*: the contact stated when turning the key in the ignition, it would not release to the neutral position. This caused the starter to grind and the vehicle would not turn off. The contact disconnected the battery and fuel pump and had the vehicle towed to the dealership. The dealership replaced the ignition cylinder. The problem returned and the ignition cylinder was replaced a second time. Updated 03/09/06.

Filed Sep 1, 2005 · Fuel system · 115,000 miles · PA

Dt: the vehicle stalled. The dealer has had it twice and could not duplicate the problem. This was a serious safety issue. This happened for about a month and was intermittent. It started on august 1, 2005. No warning given, it just quit. The dealer replaced the fuel filter and the fuel pump.

Filed May 11, 2005 · Fuel system · OH

Truck wouldn't start and would often stall after it finally started. Acted like it had no fuel in tank. Had to have it towed to replace the fuel pump system twice, which was very costly.

Filed May 11, 2005 · OH

Had 3rd door handle replaced twice and it's since broken again. Will not pay to have it replaced again. All knobs for both driver and passenger seats have broken b/c they are made of cheap plastic. Dealer joked saying everyone who has bought this vehicle has had 3rd door handle replaced. Had driver door hinges replaced and they need replaced again, but will not put anymore money into it. Break system is awful. Finally had to remove fuse for the ABS system b/c the brakes would depress all the way to the floorboards and not grab. Have had fuel pump replaced twice. Very costly repairs and as a result will never buy another gm product again.

Filed Feb 23, 2005 · Brakes, Engine · 40,000 miles · IL

Brake line failed at an intersection, total loss of brake pressure. Chevrolet notified, dealer could not find problem, part took a week to arrive, and we just fixed it at home out of exaspiration for the dealer, chevy was great though, line found worn right through. Many failures with this vehicle. Went through 3 batteries and 2 alternators. Upper ball joint failed on the highway, parts department tried to say because it wasnt greased, but I keep it greased, the ball broke right out the side, all ball joints replaced. Idler arm found broken when vehicle taken for re-alignment before that. Various electrical failures (suspected short somewhere as battery sparks when reconnected). Fuel pump failure at 65,000 miles, preceeding fuel guage malfunction about 6 mo's before, replaced fuel pump. Heating failure suspected due to dex-cool coolant (coolant solidifies and jams heater core, ect...), vehicle reverse flushed, and new thermostat installed, not much improvement, blows harder but still cold. Transmission slips on occasion. Currently leaks steering fluid, this has not been corrected as I bought a new truck, and have not had time to fix the s10. Water coming in from somewhere, carpet consistently soaked. Very unhappy with vehicle with so many repairs, truck only has 70,000 miles, components failed far before their time, more minor things wrong but repaired. We are lucky to have a garage and a whole lot of tools for this vehicle.

Filed Dec 11, 2004 · Fuel system · 41,503 miles · CA

I was driving when vehicle engine just stopped. No warning at all. I was able to exit the traffic lanes safely. I was lucky that the traffic was light at that time. The vehicle is a 2000 chevrolet s10 pickup with only 41000 miles. Initial problem was the fuel pump according to the chevrolet dealer. Since this happened to me I've heard of two other chevy pickups having the same problem.

Filed Jun 10, 2004 · Fuel system · DE

While driving 65 MPH, without any indication vehicle engine stalled. Technician serviced vehicle and replaced fuel pump.

Filed May 28, 2004 · Fuel system · 51,980 miles · PA

Vehicle engine shuts off or on one occasion will not start I suspect a fuel pump or fuel delivery system intermittent fault.