Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact smelled a strong odor of fuel. Upon examining the vehicle, the contact noticed that the fuel tank was leaking. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed the contact that the leak was due to corrosion. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 129,000.
2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer fuel system complaints
Page 4 of 7: complaints 71 to 100 of 180, newest first, as owners wrote them.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that there was an overpowering gasoline odor in the vehicle. The manufacturer was contacted and advised that the failure was caused by the fuel tank. The vehicle was inspected by the dealer who advised that the failure was with the filler cap and fuel was leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact believed that the manufacturer should be liable for the repairs because of the safety hazard involved. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 129,400. The VIN was not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH, the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who stated that there was a leak within the fuel tank. The vehicle was not taken to an authorized dealer and the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 115,000.
I noticed a strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle. I researched the manufacturers tsb's and discovered there were two voluntary recall campaigns that had fuel odor symptoms. I inspected the components and found I had both issues, rusted feed and return lines on the fuel pump and a fractured filler neck on the tank. Gm extended the warranty to 10 years and 150000 miles on one issue and 10 years and 120000 miles on the other. I currently have 158000 miles on my vehicle. My issue is with the voluntary recall notice I received. They clearly state that if there is no fuel odor present then do nothing at this time. If I had gone in for inspection at the time the notices were sent out, I would have been under the mileage cap and it would have been fixed under warranty. This is a major safety hazard and should have been a full blown safety recall. A voluntary recall is just a way to skirt the issue and save a buck. How many people are there like me who will not find a problem until it is too late. And it is too late by the time you can smell a fuel odor, that means there is raw fuel escaping from your tank. Now I have had to fix this problem at my substantial expense.
Erratic fuel gauge 2003 chevy trailblazer. Fuel gauge acts erratic at or below quarter tank to empty. Don't know how mech fuel remains in tank.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact smelled a fuel odor and noticed fuel spilling underneath the vehicle. The contact inspected the vehicle and discovered that the steel air bolts from the fuel pump were covered with rust. The contact called the manufacturer who stated that he had to take the vehicle to an authorized dealer. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired. The current and failure mileages were approximately 170,000. Updated 04/15/11*lj updated 1/13/2012 *ln
I am filing a complaint .and will continue to file complaints until all of the consumers issues have been addressed. I understand that gm is not willing to hold theirselfs liable for these issues ,but people spend pretty pennies out of pocket to purchase vehicles from these manufacturers to spend more money to pay for repairs after just a short while of owning these . I have researched issues I am having with my vehicle , and I am having all the above listed issues , and do not wish to spend large amounts of money to pay for these cost considering I am still paying for this vehicle . I just spoke with a representive about these complaints ,and have set up an appoinment to pay a dealership for diagnostics , but am hoping that I can get closure on these issues without paying big expenses. I hope everyone else will follow suit and keep inputting your complaints until they are resolved. My vehicle issues are the fan clutch needs replaced, my gas tank has been replaced already,just replaced my serpintine belt this morning, my exterior lights (brake/turn signal) have been replaced 3 times over two months, and engine light keeps coming on , something doesnt seem right underneath this vehicle either. I just feel like I am paying for a peice of junk on top of paying to keep the vehicle running. Oh yea this vehicle has had to have thousands of dollars of body work done as well thanks to mother nature. I just hope they will be responsible enough to take on this responsibilty of theirs ,not ours.
After noticing strong gasoline odors in car and in the garage, the check engine light came on. According to diagnostic test run by dealership, this is the result of a leak in evac system. While researching, noticed other owners having same problem. Called gm, advised no recalls issued for this problem. Gm offered no relief. Expressed my disappointment with rep since this problem could lead to very serious consequences thing the problem was caught since could have LED to fire had there been an accident or an incinerator nearby. My cost to repair the manufacturers defect is $1600.00.
Ses light checked by dealer, recommend replace gas tank due to emissions leak. Research indicated this is a special policy adjustment tsb# 05012. Vehicle is a 2003 with 110,848 miles. Special policy extension of repairs for 10 years or 150,000 miles not honored by dealer. Gm customer assistance center called service request# [xxx]. Assistance also denied from gm. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Service engine light illuminated due to leak in evac system according to diagnostic test. Smoke test showed leak to be at weld where fill spout tube is attached to fuel tank. Gasoline fumes were present were present from the vehicle. Was infonmed that tank would have to be replaced ala cost of $1200.00. Did some intemet research and found that gm had a tsb addressing this problem (campaign #05012), but it only applied to 2002 ext models. Since this is, in reality, a fire safety issue, I feel gm should also include other models with the same problem regardless of age or milage. Updated 01/20/11
Fuel leak from top of tank, leaking down side, cannot hold much gas without leaking onto the ground.
Fuel neck leaks on gas tank on my 2003 chevy trailblazer purchased it from a local dealership on 08/14/10 with 107782 miles on it. We keep it in our garage and (that is also where people go to smoke) shortly after we got it home we noticed a gas smell in the garage so we started looking at it and noticed it. Long story short we took it back to the dealership and they told us the fuel neck was cracked and the purger tank was bad. They tried a silicon on the leak which did not work so they say the tank needs to be replaced. Noticed that others where having the same problem. Called gm to see if they would in any way cover the repair of an known issue, and was told that since I bought it used and it has over a 100,000 miles they would not do anything! Now the dealership does not want to do anything, and are mad because I called gm. Then I did a carfax today and notice there is a mileage issue.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH he smelled fuel inside the vehicle and noticed fuel on the outside of the gas tank. The contact called the dealer who advised him to bring the vehicle in. The dealer noticed corrosion on top of the fuel tank and a fuel leak. The dealer was replacing the fuel tank when the complaint was filed. The contact stated that the vehicle could have caught fire while driving. The failure mileage was 211,023.
Filled tank, strong gasoline smell, check engine light came on, took to local gm dealer. Fueltank leaking at filler neck. Would not let me leave ,too dangerous!! Replaced fuel pump and tank, $2000. Repair!!! Gm will not cover because it states it does not cover texas.
Fuel tank leaking at filler neck. Leaking gasoline and very strong smell of gasoline. Notified gm after getting fixed . Admitted there is a problem but no recall available for texas. We were never notified of the problem. Very thankful it did not catch on fire.
2003 chevrolet trailblazer. Fuel sensor has gone out. The failure was not caused by anything done by the consumer. My fuel gauge constantly reads empty and is no accurate. I talked with the dealership, and even though other vehicles with the same equipment have had recalls issued, they have not issued one for the trailblazer. I know several people who have the exact same problems with their trailblazers (2003 - 2006 models) and it costs approximately $800 to get it fixed at the dealership.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated that the service engine light was illuminated when he started the vehicle. Two weeks after noticing the check engine light, he smelled strong gas fumes. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership where the dealer dropped the fuel tank and found all types of fuel spraying from it. The dealer informed the contact that the failure was caused by the fuel pump. The contact called the manufacturer who told him that someone would contact him within two business days to discuss the expenses of the repair. The vehicle had not been repaired when the complaint was filed. The VIN was unavailable. The current and failure mileages were approximately 60,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. The dealer stated that the fuel tank was leaking and that there was a fracture in the fuel inlet valve which was connected to the spout. There was no routine maintenance performed on the vehicle prior to the failure. The dealer will not assume the repair cost and there are no related recalls or warranties. The chevrolet manufacturer was called and stated that they would review the case and inform him of the outcome. The failure mileage was 119,000.
Safety problem with seal where the filler neck meets gas tank. This seal cracks. Gas spills out this seal when fueling and emits a strong gas odor when engine is on or off, more so when car is running. From my research this is a wide spread problem but only ext models are eligible for free replacement but the problem is not limited to ext models. Same defective parts are used on non ext models. Cost to repair is $1400! This is a health concern and fire hazard due to fumes escaping vehicle
2003 trailblazer lt. Check engine light came on and stayed on for about a 3 weeks. Brought vehicle to service at dealership, was told that I needed to replace my fuel tank because there was a leak in my fuel tank and it should be replaced. Cost would be about $1100.00. I have also replaced my kick panel at least 6 times. Everytime I have to come out of pocket for something that is poorly made by the manufacture. I know others are experiencing this same problem. Please look into this situation for us, we need your help. I drive my vehicle everyday and only have about 63,000 miles, my vehicle is like new and I am the only driver.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. She smelled fuel fumes coming through the air vents of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer , and the fuel tank was replaced. The repair did not remedy the failure. Secondly the head-lights fail while driving. Lastly, the lighting of the instrument control panel was inoperative. She contacted the gm manufacturer, and was referred back to the dealer. The vehicle has been taken to several dealers, but the failures have not been remedied. The failure mileage was 7,300. The vehicle identification number was unavailable.
I own a 2003 chevy trailblazer ls model. The gas tanks leaks where the filler neck connects to the tank. This is a known issue on 2002,2003 and 2004 models. I asked gm for assistance with the tank replacement ($1400.00) because this is a well known issue with this vehicle. Request was denied because I don't have a history with gm dealerships as in previous purchases. My VIN number did not fall into the special authorization that was issued in 2007 for this issue.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving approximately 10 to 15 MPH, the driver traveled over a railroad track and the engine stalled unexpectedly. There were no warning light indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact made several unsuccessful attempts to restart the engine and observed that the "empty fuel" indicator was displayed on the fuel gauge. When the engine restarted, the fuel gauge displayed the accurate reading. The vehicle was able to resume normal operation. The contact has concerns of the significant safety risk. The VIN was rejected from the system. The failure mileage was 71,200. The current mileage was 71,220.
I own a 2003 chevy trailblazer v6 ls. I always noted the presence of an odor of gas especially when filling up my vehicle, it grew progressively worse over a two year time frame. Then in july of 2009 the check engine light would come on and go off. I noticed gas dripping from the underside near the gas tank! Finally evidence of a leak! A very strong smell of gas and took it to my service garage. The examined the problem and told me I needed a new fuel pump assembly. They repaired it to the tune of $680 dollars. 4 weeks later I was back, still smelling gas. They had to drop the tank again and replace the assembly unit gasket. I think this may be a wide spread problem not just limited to me.
I have owned a 2003 chevrolet tb ltz and for the past several months I have been smelling a gas leak somewhere but I could not identify where. Recently I found that it was leaking around the neck of the pump where it was corroded and the seal failed. Now everything work well including the gas pump and I have been reading that this problem has been existing on 2002 trailblazers and later. My tb has 106,000 miles on it and unfortunately out of the warrantly period but this is definitely a safety issue. I am just glad the truck did not start a fire, especially when my family was in it or it was parked in my attached garage. Has there been any recall on the gas tank. I have never been advised by chevrolet except for the filler neck which I really don't think was a problem at the time with my tb. Please help!
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. The owner smelled fuel when he approached the vehicle and eventually the "service engine soon" light came on. An authorized mechanic stated that the seams in the plastic fuel tank were leaking and that the vehicle should not be driven until the problem was corrected. The manufacturer advised the contact that they would not be responsible for the repair costs. The dealer replaced the fuel tank. The current and failure mileages were 40,5000. Updated 10/13/09. *lj the repair was made at another dealership. The dealership stated that the seam failure was on the top of the gas tank. Updated 10/13/09
2003 chevy trailblazer check engine light came on. Dealer said the gas tank has a crack in it and is not found to be a recall item. We believe this is a safety issue and should be something the manufacturer should warranty under recall.
Engine service light came on, took vehicle to dealer. I was informed that there was a leak in the gas tank. A crack where the filler tube meets the tank.
Fuel sensor in my 2003 trailblazer is broken. Dealer wants $800 to fix it. This is a known problem with the trailblazer. A recall by gm needs to happen.
Check engine light came on took it to have it checked and was told there is a crack in the gas tank but chevy also knew this was a problem because they get alot of them but because the tb has so many miles on it I must foot the bill of 1500 to replace it even though it the gas tank and they knew there were problems with it I was never notified thee was a problem.
VIN decoder
See the problems and recalls for an exact car
Buying a used 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer?
Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.
Check its history