2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer: gas smell in the cabin

Filed Jun 1, 2019 · Fuel system · 168,000 miles · CA

Takata recall yes I was smelling fuel coming from the inside of the cab of my vehicle every morning well starting it up and it would remain so I looked into it and it was on a recall but they told me that the recall had expired and there's nothing they could do about it I don't think something as serious as this should have a limit on it because of the gas fumes constantly entering the vehicle I'd sometimes get dizzy and lightheaded causing me to pull over to leave the vehicle so I can get fresh air not mentioning always afraid of something sparking and possibly catching the truck on fire I have taken the truck to the dealer and they tell me like I said the recall has expired I am reaching out to you to help me get this corrected hope to hear from you very soon thank you for taking this time to read my complaint my name tracy o'brien live in palmdale california I cannot provide pictures because I do not know where it is coming from

Filed Oct 11, 2018 · Fuel system · 194,000 miles · MN

Gas smell

Filed Dec 21, 2016 · Fuel system · 101,243 miles · PR

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the garage, there was a fuel odor emitted in and around the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that there was fuel spilled around the fuel tank and the regulator was leaking fuel and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank failed and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 101,243.

Filed Oct 12, 2016 · Fuel system · 140,000 miles · WI

The area around the fuel tank filler neck, where it connects to the fuel tank, is leaking. This is a common issue with 2002 - 2003 chevrolet trailblazer ext's and gmc envoy xl's. It is covered under general motors special coverage program #14423 for 15 years or 150,000 miles. My trailblazer now has 180,000 miles on it and I have been smelling gasoline fumes in the area of the filler neck for a long time, but I didn't know where it was coming from. I just found out about this program and checked the filler neck area and found the leak. Because the vehicle's mileage is outside the mileage limit of the program, gm will not cover the replacement of the fuel tank and filler assembly. I am stuck with a vehicle that may be hazardous to drive, but I have no choice.

Filed Apr 22, 2016 · Fuel system · 121,000 miles · VA

Fuel leakage from fuel tank. Very noticeable after fueling up, and when it's warm outside. Fuel smell and visible fluid dripping from the fuel tank. Vehicle isn't safe to drive, and gm is unwilling to cover the cost for the poor quality of the design of the fuel tanks. It's a known problem that gm and it's dealerships try to pass the bill for repair onto the consumer.

Filed Mar 14, 2016 · Fuel system · NY

On 12/15/15 I dropped off my 2003 chevy trailblazer based on a bulletin that I received from chevy - gm special coverage program #14423. There was a smell of fuel while refueling. On 12/16/15 the dealership notified me that the fuel tank was indeed defective and that it needed to be replaced. They said that they would order the part and hold the vehicle until the part came in since the vehicle was not safe to drive. Later that day the dealership stated the part would not be available until the middle of feb.2016 and that I would have to leave the vehicle in their lot. That was extremely upsetting news since now I was not going to have my vehicle for several months without a replacement. I have been in touch with the dealership ([xxx] (service advisor), [xxx] (parts manager), [xxx] (service director), and [xxx] , (parts dept. Supervisor) as well as chevy customer service (case # [xxx]). Today is march 4, 2016 and the part is still not available. I have been with out my trailblazer for almost 3 months. The dealership and chevy customer service still have "no idea" when the part will be available. They now tell me maybe may 2016. Can you help expedite this case for me? Sincerely, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jan 12, 2016 · Fuel system · 180,000 miles · CA

Code 440, smell of gas on different occasions from the gas tank area. Replaced gas cap & purge valve. Smell continues. Not sure what is factor for the smell, yet it has gotten stronger. A few times I have smelled the gas while driving,, tho, most times it is upon exiting the vehicle it is most notable.

Filed Sep 18, 2015 · Fuel system · 158,000 miles · IN

I bought a used 2003 chevy trailblazer 6cylinder 4w with those156000. Well shortly after buying it I had my windows rolled down in a drive thru and smelt gas. I didn't think much of it until a few weeks later I noticed that I had a leak of some sort and it had the gas smell but within another week my gas mileage per tank of fuel went down drastically and I noticed I had puddles under my vehicle instead of a few drips now. The smell of gas is overwhlming it gives me headaches when I drive. I'm afraid it's going to start a fire. It constantly drips gas now when I ddrive you can seexa trail leading to me. I wish I nevercwould have bought it. It's so unsafe for my children with glad leaking out.

Filed Aug 5, 2015 · Body, Fuel system · 270,000 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH, a fuel odor emitted from the vehicle without warning. The contact discovered that there was fuel leaking from the vehicle. The contact also mentioned that the hatch back failed to latch. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the of the failure. The failure mileage was 270,000.

Filed Apr 16, 2015 · Engine, Fuel system · 110,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving at 55 MPH, the contact stated that there was a strong fuel odor in the vehicle. The check engine warning light illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that there was fluid leaking from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,000.

Filed Mar 26, 2015 · Fuel system · 191,000 miles · PA

Gas smell been to the shop numerous times with no results.

Filed Mar 19, 2015 · Fuel system · 180,000 miles · OH

I have a 2003 chevy trailblazer and it started to have the smell of gas and a dip from the fuel tank. I was wondering if this was a fix that would be covered by general motors. I have only owned this vehicle a year and live on a very limited income. I love this vehicle and do not want to have to part with it but I need a vehicle to go to doctors and hospitals for medical issues. Please help in getting this fixed.