We had two 2000 year model chevolet silverado truck we got rid of one because the gas gauge when filled up .the law fuel light comes on and it would cost alot to have fixed, I think it should be the factory's responceablity to replace this.I have talked to alot of people who has the same problem with there 2000 model chevy silverado trucks.what can be done?
2000 Chevrolet Silverado fuel system complaints
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Dt*: the contact stated the fuel injector stuck in the closed position causing the engine to fail. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where problem was determined. The contact expressed concern that this is a defect and they don't want to pay the dealer to fix.
2000 k3500 silverado has had three failed fuel injector pumps, fuel transfer pump, automatic transmission at 70,000 miles and boost regulator failed. *ts when the consumer removed the engine,to evaluate the damage, to see if it could be rebuilt, he discovered the second main bearing cap from the front of the engine was missing a bolt.
Chevrolet silverado was taken to dealer in march 2006 for 100k service. Dealer stated the fuel line is so badly rusted that he could not replace the fuel filter for fear of rupturing the gas line. When I suggested replacing the entire fuel line the estimate was 999.90 due to extensive labor cost.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving in normal conditions, the fuel gauge do not read properly. The gauge only reads half a tank, regardless of the amount of fuel in the tank. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection.*ak the emergency brake failed to hold. Updated 05/04/06.
Have been seeing this situation when I fill up my fuel tank: the message center will show "low fuel" and the fuel gauge will be on "empty" when I do fill up with fuel. I have to move the "shifter" back and forth from "park" to "drive" a few times in order for the "message" to disappear and the "fuel gauge" showing "full".
On going problem with the fuel gauge in my silverado since new which gives inaccurate readings and now has become a very serious safety issue. I ran out of gas and my vehicle suddenly stopped as I was going through a tunnel the other day at 50 MPH with a transport truck behind me! Gm says its a defective sensor.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle stalls intermittently without warning. This only occurred when the vehicle was stopped however the vehicle would restart immediately. The vehicle was taken to dealer for inspection and the fuel pump was replaced. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 05v155000 regarding the fuel system, gasoline: fuel pump. The vehicle has the same problem as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the model and VIN. 05/30/06 updated - fuel pump and leaking fuel pressure regulator were replaced.
Fuel gage is showing it is on empty and the tank is full. This does not matter if the tank is 1/2 or full. The truck can be in park or in drive. It happens when the truck is sitting still for more than a minute. Then the gage will jump from full to empty and in all other directions. This has cause me to run out of gas a couple of times. I know have to reset my trip to keep up with the miles that I have put on the truck.
2000 chevrolet silverado 1500. The gas guage keeps going from full to empty. It does it all the time.
Truck had 41000 miles and the gas gauge started jumping from empty to full. Around 44000 miles the ABS brake light on the dash appeared, took to dealer, said it was the sensor at/near the center bottom of engine and was common , it would cost me around $1000.00 to have it repaired or wait to see if it was recalled and just drive my truck using the hyd brakes only. I have been doing this. Had only the man. Warranty that ended at 36 k. Very disappointed, very long.
The fuel gauge 2000 chevrolet silverado has been acting erratically for several months. It will go all the way down to e and showing low fuel usually while vehicle is sitting still, then it will bounce back to where it should be , I.e. 1/2 tank.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle has a problem with the ABS. When stopping the brake pulsates causing an extended stopping distance. This occurs every time when trying to stop from a slow speed. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 05v379000, regarding the hydraulic anti lock brakes. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the VIN. Also, the vehicle has problems with the fuel gauge. After filling the vehicle up the fuel gauge will read empty, then jump to being full. This occurs intermittently. The dealer has been contacted. The consumer stated the sensors just needed to be cleaned. Updated 02/21/06.
Dt*: the contact stated the fuel gauge indicator malfunctioned. When the gas tank was completely full the fuel gauge read empty, and the low fuel indicator light illuminated. This happened regardless of how much fuel there was in the gas tank. The fuel gauge indicator sometimes rose above the empty mark after driving over 100 miles.
Dt: the contact stated the fuel gauge gave an incorrect reading of fuel in the gas tank. When the gas tank was full the gas gauge showed empty and the low-fuel indicator light illuminated. The indicator light stayed on for over 100 miles, and then slowly crept above the empty line. The indicator light would go off, but would comes right back on.
Fuel gauge erratic on my 2000 silverado vibration around 60 -70 MPH.
Dt: the contact stated the fuel gauge was providing an inaccurate reading. There was a recall for other vehicle models for this problem. This specific vehicle model was not included in the recall. The service dealer said it was the fuel gauge sensor. When he contacted the manufacturer, they said the recall was for a wiring issue not a fuel gauge sensor. The vehicle has not been repaired.*ak updated 12/27/05.
Dt: contact stated that one of the gas tank straps that secure the tank to the vehicle rusted. The sending unit was not working properly in showing how much gas was in the tank. The contact looked under the vehicle to see if a wire was loose and found the strap rusted. Dealer ordered a replacement part at consumers expense. Manufacturer has not been contacted yet. *ak when the consumer went to replace the gas strap, he noticed the other strap was in the process of breaking. Updated 11/29/05.
I have had a number of gm vehicles and the fuel sending unit seems to be a problem in all the truck models. I can only find a pending recall for 2000-1 gmc yukon xl, and suburban. Are the same parts not used in all the truck models in those years? Are there any other pending recalls on these vehicles? See recall notice 05v155000. Thanks.
Dt: the contact owns a 2000 chevrolet silverado. While driving on the highway the vehicle stalled. Upon checking the fuse box the contact noticed that fuel pump fuse had blew out. As long as the contact kept the fuel tank below a half a tank this problem did not occur. The fuel pump fuse had to be replaced four times. Also, the vehicle will show inaccurate fuel readings. He purchased two fuel pumps to make sure exactly what the problem was before he did this work on the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to a dealership. One of contact's friends noticed on the internet several other similar complaints. He had this problem for about two months. The way he deals with this problem is to keep fuel below a half a tank.
Looking at the complaints and service bulletins, it's obvious that gm has a problem with their fuel level gauge sending unit in the tank. I also have the problem, along with many others in the area. It appears that no one intends to do anything about it. It appears that someone is going to have to run out of gas in the middle of a busy highway, and when trying to get off the hwy, somebody gets killed, before anything is done. Or, one of our wives gets stranded by running out of gas, and raped and/or murdered, before anything is done. This will keep going until one of the above incidents occurs and a class action suit of all the people that have the problem come together in the suit. We all know what happens then. The lawyers win, and everybody else looses. Fixing the problem would certainly be the cheapest corrective action in the long run.
2000 chevy truck fuel gauge goes from full to empty all the time and also vacuum leak under passenger side by air bag.
Fuel gauge initially did not register correct amount of fuel when tank is >7/8 full. Now the fuel gauge registers the wrong amount of fuel over 50% of the time no matter how full the tank is. This is very dangerous and can leave drivers standed in very dangerous places, especially considering this is a 4x4 vehicle that my family and I use to get into very remote locations. This should be recalled!
Abs system inoperative since 70,000 miles due to burnt control module. Paid dealer $100 to test to find out repairs will be in excess of $900. Module located on frame rail where it takes all water from lf tire. Numerous others that I know of with same problem. No help from either gm or dealer. Duct shields/backing plates completely corroded at 175000 miles as well as the rear differential cover. Vehicle has not been in any unusual conditions. Failure of the backing plate caused emergency brake shoes to become misaligned and damage rotors and service brakes. At 65000 miles gas gauge became sporadic. Dealer service rep informed that they go bad due to cold gas being put into vehicle in winter. Entire pump assembly needs replaced at $380. I realize truck has now 175000 miles, but I know too many others and have read hundreds of posts on message boards about the exact same problems.
Starting in late 2001 the fuel gauge started fluctuating from full to empty and anywhere in between even after filling the tank. Chevy service manager said this was a common problem with these vehicles and would cost about $400 to repair. Since this is a common problem, chevrolet should be required to pay for repairs.
Fuel gauge stopped working .
Chevrolet silverado 2000, unreliable, unsafe gas gauge. *bf the consumer stated the gas gauge fluctuated from 1/2 to empty and the information center read low fuel even when it was not low.
Gas guage appears to have a short in it,when tank is fullit jumps back and forth. Truck had 89k at that time to replace it it was quoted 350-400. This appears to be a lemon in workmanship,or poor quaility material. I have spook with other who have the same problem.
Erratic reading on fuel gauge
After filling the vehicle with fuel, the fuel light comes on to say low fuel, the gauge goes to empty. The consumer is concerned the fuel tank may cause a vehicle fire.
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