2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 fuel system problems

Filed Nov 8, 2020 · Brakes, Fuel system · 267,000 miles · ME

My ABS speed sensor got sheared by back of my front drivers side tire in which I have seen on multiple sights a defect that was deemed a recall for being poorly set up on the assembly line. Secondly, ive spent thousands and looking online for a vary serious issue ive been having with my vehicle due to intermediate stalling, backfiring, and vehicle dieing due to what has finally been found to be the infamous crankshaft sensor. Replaced my computer, all 02 sensors, egr valve exc... Than upon looking and researching, I find it was a major one on recall as well for failing all the time. I just feel if these are factory errors and been on the recall, and my woman who travels with me that is paralyzed due to an accident, I should be entitiled to the recalls giving they were known flaws on the asssembly line and a danger to others. When the vehicle stalls out, it starts choking, backfiring, and bucking and wants to lock up and loose control. Not cool. Ive been chasing this problem spending thousands in parts and repairs to make this truck safe for work and feel if there has been recalls for all this, would be nice to reap something out of my investment in this truck

Filed Feb 2, 2016 · Brakes, Fuel system · 158,000 miles · MO

All my brake lines are corroded/rusting out. One line already had to be replaced. Very dangerous. All my fuel ines are starting to corrode and appear to require replacement soon.

Filed Nov 11, 2015 · Fuel system · 134,000 miles · TX

My complaint is more of a question. How can a recall have a cutoff deadline, especially when the item recalled may or may not be bad? There was a recall on my injectors and I never new it till they went bad and I took it to dealer to fix and they said injectors had been recalled but recall expired. Then, 13 months after having them replaced, 3 go bad and ya'll only offer a 1 year warranty when you replace them, how convenient. You have an expiration on a recall.

Filed Aug 19, 2015 · Fuel system · 153,000 miles · TN

After arriving at my destination at 9pm as I exited truck , I smelled deisel fuel. Took a flashlight and looked under truck and saw diesel dripping off frame rail on drivers side of vehicle. I spent the next 5 hours affecting a temporary fix on the metal fuel line to stop the leak overnight. As I ran my thumb along the fuel line in an effort to isolate the exact spot of the leak, the leak went from a drip, drip, etc to a pinhole stream. There was absolutely no dent from external contact of any kind. I am the original owner of this vehicle. It has been well maintained and we do not live in an area of much winter weather ( salt corrosion ). The next day after a 3 mile walk to purchase some hose repair clamps, I improvised a sturdy patch which allowed me to drive the vehicle home more than 2 hours away. I have contacted chevrolet and will be taking the truck to a dealer monday 7/24. The rep I spoke with at chevy spent most of the conversation telling me that because of the age and mileage of the vehicle that the repairs were my responsibility. That's fine but I totally disagree with them. This is not a maintenance issue. It is a defective or poorly designed part that could easily result in fire, accidents and even bodily harm or the loss of life. There is absolutely no excuse for a leaking metal fuel line that has never been damaged in any way at all. From the internet forums for duramax owners I see that this is not an uncommon problem. I assure there are many less than safe improvised fixes on these lousy fuel lines on the roads as we speak because gm is not accepting responsibility for this problem. This is shameful and incredibly dangerous. I also understand there have been issues with the metal brake lines as well. I like my truck a great deal, however this issue needs to be resolved. There are alot unsuspecting folks driving around dangerously. Thanks

Filed May 14, 2015 · Engine, Fuel system · 243,244 miles · TX · fire

As I was driving at 75 MPH, the indicator light said, engine overheated. I then noticed white smoke coming from the hood. The white smoke turned black. I pulled over to the side of the road and before I could shut the engine off, the engine shut off on its own. Fire began coming up where the windshield wipers are located and proceeded through the dashboard. I tried to unlatch my seat belt but it would not release. After several tries it released. I attempted to open the door; however, I had the same problem. The door did not open. After bumping the door forcibly many times, it also came open. Mind you, all the while the flames are coming inside the cab. I called 911 and the county fire department was dispatched, but not before it was fully engulfed in flames. The vehicle was well maintained. I want to know what steps to take to prevent this from ever happening again?

Filed May 7, 2014 · Acceleration, Brakes · 129,600 miles · NY

Stepped on the brake pedal to put the truck in gear and the pedal went to the floor. It blew out the brake line running from the ABS block to the rear. I replaced that one and when checking for leaks, a line running from the master cylinder then blew out. I decided to replace them all at that point. The AC delco kit for my truck was back ordered and it took over two months for it to come. Now I am concerned about my fuel lines. Chevy, gm, please help! These are major safety issues! Recalls!?!?!?

Filed Jul 2, 2013 · Brakes, Fuel system · 117,433 miles · PA

I had just gotten my fuel pump replaced at a local garage, was driving it home and found the brake pedal going almost all the way to the floorboards. I pulled over at the first safe place, found a fluid just gushing out around gas tank area on the drivers side. It had just rained for the last few days, so I thought it was just water. I drove a little further, then decided to drive it back to the garage, only about a mile away, after smelling brake fluid and verifying the my reservoir was seriously low. More dripping on the drivers side, this time I'm sick to confirm it is brake fluid. Took it back to the garage, he said he'd look at it tomorrow, but I said I'd drive it home all of 2 miles down the street. Got home no issues, cause I used the e-brake, and found the reservoir nearly drained. Nothing around the wheels; this was the only leak. Now I'm thinking the brake lines must have been seriously rusted (again!) and gotten disturbed when they replaced the fuel pump. I had this happen shortly after I bought the vehicle used, about five years ago. I paid good money back then to have the 'stainless steel' brake lines to the ABS head replaced back then. Why are they rusted through again!?!?! Had no idea they ran up by the top of the tank, but hey, why not? I'm certain the line have rusted out again - why?!?!? They are supposed to be stainless steel; since when does stainless ever rust? I haul a 12,000lb fifth wheel; thank god I wasn't hauling at the time this happened (again!) and killed myself and my entire family in an auto crash. Just sick of it; take care of your bad engineering chevy!

Filed May 3, 2013 · Fuel system · 146,000 miles · NY

Diesel fuel mixed with oil overflowed on ground when stopped at rest area. Towed into raleigh. Was told it would cost about 7000 dollars to repair and take up to five days. Was on my way home to ny. Thought recall might be available . Is it?

Filed Mar 3, 2012 · Fuel system · 70,000 miles · CT

Fuel lines leaking. All lines need replacing.

Filed Nov 1, 2011 · Fuel system · TX

On 10/29/2011 the engine was blowing grayish white smoke. The engine started losing oil pressure. Checked the oil, found diesel in the oil. The oil level was 6" higher on dipstick. It is the fuel injection system on the 2002 duramax diesel. The fuel injectors have failed. I understood that chevrolet has put a recall on all 2002 and early 2003 models. Took it to derek scott auto park which is the closest chevrolet dealer/service department. After running diagnostics they told us that the replacement of the fuel injectors would be covered 100% by gm. Later called back and said we would have to pay half in the amount of $2,251.88. They will not allow us to talk to the gm rep. We need to know if this is valid or not. We thought recalls were paid for by the company I.e. Gm in this case. Thank you for your help in this matter.