1999 Chevrolet Suburban: fuel pump failure

Filed Aug 24, 2022 · Electrical · 183,613 miles · CA

The contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle stalled and lost power steering and power braking functionality. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the security system that controlled the fuel pump and fuel injectors had been activated. The contact pulled off the highway and could not restart the vehicle. The contact had the vehicle towed to a service station where he inspected the vehicle and became aware that the distributor had disintegrated causing the vehicle to lose motive power and stall. The vehicle had not been taken to a dealer or to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired. The contact recently had a mobile mechanic install an aftermarket distributor cap and rotor from an auto parts dealer. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 183,613.

Filed Mar 28, 2022 · Fuel system, Seat belts · 70,000 miles · AZ

The contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled inadvertently. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The contact was able to push the vehicle to the side of the road with the assistance of Police Officers. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that fuel was leaking onto the ground and the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred two more times while driving. The vehicle was then towed to the independent mechanic, who replaced the fuel pump two more times. The contact referenced the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 06E043000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle was bouncing while sitting in the seats and while driving. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the tires and aligned the vehicle several times; however, the failure had been reoccurring. The contact also stated that the dashboard was fractured. The contact also stated that water was leaking through the top of the windshield whenever it rained. The windshield was replaced twice. The contact stated that the rear driver’s side seat belt and passenger’s seat belt failed to operate as needed. The contact stated that the seat belts would fail to come out of the housing or they would be twisted whenever they came out of the housing. The contact also stated that the seat belt latches were not working. The dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

Filed Dec 28, 2011 · Fuel system · 143,901 miles · CO

Tl- the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet suburban. The contact stated that the fuel pump wire failed and the vehicle would not start. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the vehicle was repaired under the federal safety agency recall campaign id number: 05v155000 (fuel system: gasoline: delivery: fuel pump). The dealer advised the contact that the fuel pump wire was an updated version. The failure mileage was not available. Kmj updated 01/25//12 *bf updated 01/27/12

Filed Sep 24, 2007 · Fuel system · 140,000 miles · OK · fire

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chevrolet suburban. The contact, who is a mechanic, stated that the vehicle would crank, but not turn over. He removed the fuel tank and fuel pump assembly and noticed that the connection to the fuel assembly had melted. There was a the federal safety agency campaign id number 05v155000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump) for the 2001 chevrolet suburban. The current and failure mileages were 140,000.

Filed Mar 25, 2007 · Fuel system · 130,000 miles · PA

It will not start!! I have to listen for the fuel pump to start circulating before I turn the ket on all the way. I have dropped the fuel tank, and replaced the fuel pump 5 times, the plug and wires on the fuel pump, the fuel relay, you name it I have fixed it at least twice. After a month or no longer than two, I'm fixing it again. This will be the 6th time unless I got some more helpful information. We have a new motor in it and new transmission too. It has 140,000 miles on it and I take very good care of it.

Filed Jul 27, 2006 · Fuel system · 85,614 miles · CA

Check engine warning light would illuminate during normal vehicle operation and subsequent mechanical inspections could not detect the following impending problem. My family and I were returning from a weekend vacation in arizona on our way home. While driving through the middle of the desert just past the california/arizona state line I heard a loud "pop" and our vehicle lost power. We were towed back into needles, ca and it was determined that the fuel pump had failed. We were forced to stay the night in a local hotel as a new pump had to be installed in the gas tank. I have been informed that there have been numerous problems with suburban fuel pumps and some recalls have resulted from this situation. I would like to know if there is an avenue I can pursue for repair compensation as this was a costly replacement. Sincerely, [xxx]. *nm information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jul 25, 2005 · Fuel system · 103,000 miles · MN

1. Driving down the highway at 65 MPH. 2. Fuel pump failed. Sudden power failure. My wife was drving and had a difficult time controlling the large vehicle and safely bringing it to a stop. 3. Replaced the fuel pump.

Filed Jan 6, 2005 · Fuel system · 72,100 miles · WI

I stopped at a store, did some shopping, came back out and the truck would not start. I then called a tow truck and had it taken to a shop. The next morning I got a call from the shop that the truck started just fine. I had them run $280 worth of test to find nothing that stood out but was informed that it was probably the fuel pump. They changed the fuel filter and everything has worked since; until today. Now my truck will not start. I have read hundreds of submissions on various web sites about the failure problems of gm fuel pumps (on suburbans) and have two good friends that have already been through this. Obviously I am going to have to have it replaced, but it should be time for gm to take responsability for a poorly designed system instead of profitting off of the consumers woes.

Filed Nov 28, 2004 · Fuel system · VA

The fuel pump on my vehicle has gone again, and has to be replaced, this is a very costly repair and is one that I have made before on this vehicle. I have researched this, and found that the problem with the fuel pump that I am having is a common thing among the 1999 tahoes, and was wondering is there is any talks of a recall on this part?

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Fuel system, Transmission · 60,000 miles · MD

I now have my third transmission and second fuel pump

Filed Aug 2, 2002 · Brakes · LA

The vehicle has ongoing ABS problems. The ABS system kicks on almost instantly after driving the vehicle and then shuts down and the ABS warning light comes on. The vehicle has been serviced 13 times for the problem and various sensors were replaced but the problem was not fixed. The front pads only last about 8 months before they have to be replaced and the rotors have been turned twice because of warping. The vehicle pulls sharply to one side when the brakes are applied. The rear axle seals, rear transmission seal, fuel pump, and AC compressor all had to be replaced. The brake problem is my greatest concern however. This problem has not been resolved and now my extended warranty has expired and the local dealer that serviced the vehicle (billy navarre chevrolet in lake charles la) said they can not fix the problem.

Filed Feb 19, 2002 · Fuel system, Transmission · OH

Reverse gear dropped out of drivetrain. Fuel pump failed when attempting to start parked vehicle.