Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet silverado. While driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was restarted the next day and was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump module was corroded and full of water. The fuel pump module was replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.
Chevrolet Silverado fuel pump problems
83 of the 8,746 owner complaints about the Chevrolet Silverado describe fuel pump failure, most of them for the 1997 model year.
- owner complaints
- 83
- worst model year
- 1997
- typical repair cost reported
- $1,100
- typical mileage
- 60,000
Is there a fix? There are 3 recalls for this area of the car. See below
By model year
Often reported together
Stalling 14Fuel gauge 8Loss of power 6Won't start 5Hesitation 3Brake failure 3Wipers 2Power steering loss 2
What owners say
On october 22,2015 while driveing on interstate 75 the fuel pump stopped functioning and resulting in a near disasterous situation.results $751.81 repair cost plus tow. Then one week later,october 29 2015 at wilmington pike and inertstate 675 red light my brake lines burst and I narrowly avoided a wreck. Repair cost $870.17 .I was not noteafide of any recall. So be fair warning if I had known or been I would have fixed it
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 chevrolet silverado. While attempting to start the vehicle, it would hesitate without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 38,000. The VIN was not available. Updated 09/17/15*lj updated 11/28/2017
2009 chevrolet silverado. Consumer writes in regards to chassis electronic module containing internal contamination recall notice issues. *smd the consumer is seeking reimbursement, as he experienced a failure prior to the recall. The fuel pump module shorted out and damaged the wiring.
The fuel pump assembly cracked and gasoline was leaking onto the fuel tank, skid plate, and then dripping onto the ground.
Purchased the used vehicle originally at 42000 miles. Have taken impeccable care of it. Actual dates of incidents are unknown due to the fact most have been ongoing. Brakes failed due to ABS. Fixed twice by gm under the safety recall. Both fixes were bandaids (dealer cleaned and applied a "special" grease twice, they never replaced the ABS sensors. Third fix I paid out of pocket to replace the sensors, and since then the ABS has been ok. Brakes failed due to rust and corrosion (all lines and 2 calipers had to be replaced. Fuel pump failed, fuel lines failed due to excessive corrosion, fuel tank straps failed due to excessive rust and corrosion. Slow leaks in 3 of 4 wheels due to excessive rust and corrosion in the rims.
Tank was filled to less than 1/2 tank and after stopping at location and restarting vehicle. Fuel level read empty. Fuel levels and computer system not accurate. Multiple occurrences. I did speak with the dealership and they "think" it could be the fuel pump. It has been doing this since the initial purchase. New vehicle status.
Recently, my vehicle has had a hard time starting. I took my vehicle to the local chevrolet dealership to have it inspected/diagnosed. I was informed that my fuel pump/filter combo as well as all the injectors needed to be replaced and would cost me just under $6000.00 for the repair. It has come to my attention today after researching that this is and has been a known issue to the point that gm issued a service bulletin to repair this problem and modified the bulletin to extend the time frame and/or total mileage, but that time extension has expired before my vehicle developed the same issue that the bulletin addresses. With such a wide spread problem such as the nature of this magnitude, why does this not fall under a mandatory recall from the federal safety agency? I use my vehicle for only weekend recreation, and as such, I only have 42k miles on my vehicle, and for an engine that I paid a premium for, I think that it is just plain wrong to expect to pay such an outrageous bill for an engine that is advertised as a 'tough, long-lasting engine'. The federal safety agency should force gm to address this issue, because there are many like me out there, and I truly believe that is a safety issue for the people like me that own these vehicles.
Purchased brandnew and babied since. Fuel pump failed 4 years after, no complaints, it happens, dealer replaced with same lasted 9 months, dealer did not warrant pump, dealer replaced with acdelco ( I made sure) lasted 1.5 years and left me stranded. Another pump lasted 2 years, this time the dealer offered aftermarket, I stuck with AC delco and failed last year 2010. Another AC delco in the tank and today 2011 dec 25 it failed. My truck is like brand new, and only use hi test gas, the only problem I have is the fuel pumps, a major issue for me.
I have a 2011 chevy silverado with a fuel gauge problem. While driving downhill, my fuel gauge light just comes on and the fuel gauge goes down to empty. The vehicle then stalls losing all power and control of the vehicle (brakes, steering). As I reach the bottom of the hill, I have to place the vehicle in park and it starts right back up but the fuel gauge stays at empty. I had the vehicle serviced at a gm dealership and it was stated by the tech that vehicle is working as designed. This was also confirmed by gm engineering department. If I recall, the fuel pump is placed more toward the back of truck and while driving downhill gas moves towards front of tank giving the fuel sensor a false reading. I'm no engineer but I had a 2009 silverado and never came across this problem. This is a big vehicle and I believe this poses a great safety risk to myself and family as well as the public. Many times when the truck has lost all power steering and braking capability, myself or my family members who are driving have narrowly avoided accidents. Gm tech and gm corporate said remedy is to keep more gas in vehicle. This is a continuous problem as at times in travel I may not keep my tank as full as required by gm.
Related recalls
Fuel system, diesel
- What is wrong
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD vehicles, equipped with 6.6L diesel engines and dual fuel tanks. In the affected vehicles, the transfer pump which moves fuel from the rear tank to the front tank could malfunction and cause the fuel gauge to indicate an inaccurate reading.
- Risk
- If the fuel gauge indicates an inaccurate reading it may result in the vehicle unexpectedly stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- General Motors will notify owners and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel transfer pump, as necessary, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. The recall began on May 30, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1‑800‑222‑1020 and GMC at 1‑800‑462‑8782. GM's number for this recall is 13420.
Recall number 13V615000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- On certain sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks equipped with 5.3l (rpo l59) v8 engines, the engine fuel rail crossover tube retainer screws were not manufactured to specifications and may break.
- Risk
- If the tube retainer screw breaks, fuel could leak from the fuel rail crossover joint, the engine may stall and, if an ignition source were present, an engine compartment fire could occur.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the fuel rail crossover tube and, if necessary, replace the retainer screws. Owners were notified by telephone on july 30, 2004, with a followup owner letter began august 5, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 or gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463. Note: the gm bulletin lists the tahoe and yukon models because canadian vehicles are included in the bulletin. No u.s. Tahoe or yukon vehicles are included in the u.s. Campaign.
Recall number 04V376000 · Recall details
Fuel system, other: delivery
- What is wrong
- Some 2wd and 4wd pickup trucks, converted to either dedicated or bi-fuel compressed natural gas (cng) fuel usage, were assembled with a throttle cable that can contact and rub through the flexible pressurized fuel line creating a pinhole leak of natural gas to the atmosphere.
- Risk
- A strong odor of natural gas may be detected from inside the vehicle, possibly accompanied by a hissing noise. If the natural gas were accidentally ignited, serious injury could result.
- Remedy
- Dealers will secure the throttle cable to eliminate the possibility of contact with the cng fuel line. The cng fuel line, throttle cable, and cruise control cable are also to be inspected and replaced if necessary. Owner notification began on december 11, 2003. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 or gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463.
Recall number 03V435000 · Recall details
Questions about the Chevrolet Silverado fuel pump
Which Chevrolet Silverado years have fuel pump failure problems?
The model years with the most reports are 1997 (14 complaints), 2000 (11 complaints) and 2001 (8 complaints).
How much does it cost to fix fuel pump failure on the Chevrolet Silverado?
Owners who mentioned a price put the repair at about $1,100 (median of 8 complaints that include a dollar amount). Costs vary with mileage, warranty and where the work is done.
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