2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer: fuel pump failure

Filed Oct 4, 2017 · 175,000 miles · TX

Repeatedly replacing suspension parts(struts,bushings,shocks,control arm) passenger seatbelt locks even when driver does not apply brake interior lights randomly flicker/dash lights partially work dash not fully visible front & rear wipers do not fully function properly repeatedly replacing fuel line parts (fuel pump, fuel filter) gas hand on. Dash still fluctuates exterior lights headlamps are very dim like they are not on at all with or without bright. Lights engaged rear brake lights randomly flicker (bulbs repeatedly replaced) near & close call accidents when vehicle in motion on city streets and highways at times requiring police assistance to move vehicle into safer zones when vehicle has become inoperable. Vehicle stationary at times when dealing with electrical flickers upon starting ignition.starter had to be replaced twice due to turning of ignition would cause spark and if not corrected vehicle could have caught on fire. Status of some parts unknown due to repeated replacement and becoming too costly several inquiries are on the recall list but my VIN pulls up no recent recalls: recall number 02v222000 recall date 08/09/2002 component air bags:frontal 03v075000 recall date 03/06/2003 component power train 03v096000 recall date 03/19/2003 component electrical. System:wiring:interior/under dash 06e025000 recall date 03/21/2006 component exterior lighting:headlights 01v126000 recall date 04/12/2001 component suspension:front:control. Arm:lower arm 04v527000 recall date 11/01/2004 component exterior lighting:brake lights 04v201000 recall date 04/28/2004 component seat belts 04v046000 recall date 02/04/2004 component visibility:windshield. Wiper/washer 02v121000 recall date 08/23/2002 component fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings currently gathering all invoices for repair

Filed May 26, 2017 · Fuel system · 153,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the vehicle had an abnormal fuel odor. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle was taken to murand chevrolet where the technician diagnosed that the odor was not coming from the fuel pump. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the federal safety agency. The failure mileage was approximately 153,000. Updated 07/18/17*lj

Filed Apr 25, 2017 · Fuel system · 184,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal fuel odor emitted from the vehicle. The contact pulled over and inspected the vehicle and noticed fuel was leaking from the vehicle. The contact also stated that upon further inspection, it was discovered that the fuel pump was corroded and fractured. The vehicle was repaired but the details were unknown. The dealer was not contacted and the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 184,000.

Filed Jun 17, 2015 · Fuel system · 130,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving the vehicle with passengers inside, the smell of fuel vapors were so overwhelming that the vehicle had to be stopped and the passenger had to be escorted in a new vehicle to the destination. The vehicle was driven to the contact's residence. The vehicle was taken to a chevrolet dealer who diagnosed that there was corrosion of the return and sender lines of the fuel pump module and they needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000. Updated 8/21/15*cn the consumer stated there was a recall for this part in 2012, but it expired. Therefore, the manufacturer would not cover any expenses for the repair. Updated 12/1/2015

Filed Nov 7, 2010 · Fuel system · 144,000 miles · RI

I have been smelling a gasoline odor on the side of my SUV where the fuel door/fuel tank is located. Research on the internet yielded many trailblazer owners reporting fuel tank/sending unit/pump corrosion resulting in a fuel leak. A family member of mine just had this exact problem repaired on a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. I believe this same issue is starting with my 2002 trailblazer. I replaced the gas cap to eliminate the possibility of the gas odor coming from the tank fill area, but the odor persisted. The odor resembles an actual gasoline spill and/or leak and not just gasoline vapor odor, ie: filling the tank. Like I stated before, internet research yields many trailblazer owners reporting this issue and having to pay for costly repairs. Any issue regarding the fuel system/gasoline, in my opinion, should be an immediate safety concern. I have not received any information from gm in regards to a recall bulletin. I am going to conduct more investigation, but in the meantime the smell of a gasoline leak is unmistakable. I hope this information is helpful and I hope that a recourse regarding this issue and its repairs can be formulated. In the meantime I feel that a major safety issue is present and needs fast and efficient attention. Thank you. The consumer stated the fuel pump was severely corroded on the top including two fuel lines that exit the top of the fuel pump. There was a fuel leak resulting from corrosion. The consumer paid for the repairs at his expense. Updated 12/16/10

Filed Jul 25, 2010 · Fuel system · 80,000 miles · IL

There is a very bad gas smell coming from my 2002 trailblazer. From what I'm LED to believe it's the gas tank and the fuel pump. I have not had it replaced as of yet but I'm sure I going to have to at my expense. I think it should have been a recall if it is an error on their behave. With all the complaints I'm finding on the internet I think it was something they may have missed.

Filed Jan 29, 2010 · Electrical, Lights · 173,085 miles · NM

Details: I have a 2002 chevy trailblazer. When I press on the accelerator the vehicle will lose power for a moment and regain power in heavy traffic. Also, the service engine light will come on. I took this vehicle to a service center and they told me the repairs that it supposedly needed . Everything from the fuel pump to every sensor that you can think of . Now it seems to be something with the electrical system. I have already replaced the whole steering collum and everything that they suggested . But the problem with the vehicle did not change. This vehicle has been doing this for 8 months with . I believe that there is a electrical issue somewhere in my vehicle. Somebody help!

Filed Aug 19, 2008 · Fuel system · 130,000 miles · MI

Fuel leaking from top of gas tank at the fuel pump.

Filed Apr 12, 2008 · Fuel system · 74,238 miles · OH

Fuel lines from fuel pump rusted, causes gasoline leakage.

Filed Feb 28, 2008 · Fuel system · PA

Have a 2002 trailblazer that started to smell like fuel. Took to dealer and they said gas tank was cracked where the fuel pump meets tank. Whole vehicle smelled like fuel. Chevy dealer charged me $1,200.00 for new tank, fuel module and ring. Really dangerous with all the fumes and disappointed in chevy with no help!!

Filed Feb 15, 2008 · Fuel system · FL

Fuel pump corrosion...delivery system corrosion...700 dollars later new fuel pump.

Filed Feb 2, 2008 · Fuel system · 48,000 miles · MI

Gas fumes inside of vehicle , fumes and leaking gas outside of vehicle near gas tank. Took to gm dealer to diagnose and they replaced rusted and leaking fuel pump module at my cost I did ask for and had returned the old part which was rusted . Would this not be considered a safety hazard with leaking gas? It is a blessing that there was not a fire.