I have a 2003 trailblazer, where the fill spout is on the gas tank, is broke, by talking and checking on the web, there are a lot of people with the same problem, chevrolet said,"I hate it for you that I don't live in a high corrosion area", but they have sent a special bulletin for the defect they will not fix it because of where I live. This is dangerous for alot of reasons, fuel leaks for 1 the only remedy is 1,500.00.
2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer fuel system complaints
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2003 trailblazer filler neck on fuel tank cracked, fuel tank is same part number as trailblazer ext which is under special coverage for same problem, however regular model is not. Cost to replace fuel tank is $900 for oem new product.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving 25 MPH, the contact noticed that the fuel gauge was not registering the correct amount of fuel. Occasionally, the gauge would indicate that no fuel was present in the vehicle at all. The vehicle was not inspected and no repairs were made at that time. One year later, the temperature gauge, actuator on the air conditioning/heating system, and the speedometer failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they confirmed that the actuator failed. The vehicle was repaired at the cost of $720. The manufacturer stated that no compensation would be provided because the failure was not under recall. The failure mileage was 30,000 and current mileage was 44,000. Updated 4/23/09 *cn updated 04/28/09.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving approximately 40 MPH on normal road conditions, the check engine warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel and remained lit until the engine was turned off. In addition, the contact noticed a small amount of fuel leakage whenever the fuel tank was filled to capacity. The driver fills the fuel tank halfway in order to avoid leakage. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing and they stated that the failure was related to a hole in the fuel tank. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a second opinion and the same failure was confirmed. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage was 75,000 and current mileage was 107,000.
Smell of gas. Took to mechanic and found the fuel tank is leaking where the filler tube goes into the tank causing the service engine light to come on.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving 20 MPH, smoke appeared under the hood of the vehicle and entered through the defrost vents. The flames spread through the hood and then underneath the vehicle. The fire department extinguished the fire and stated that the fuel injector was the cause of the failure. The vehicle was towed to a repair shop and they stated that the vehicle was destroyed. A police report was filed. The contact wanted to know what caused the fire. There is a recall for the faulty fuel injector for the 2002 models, but the 2003 models were not included. The current and failure mileages were 79,500.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact smelled a strong odor of gasoline. She took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that they needed to diagnose the vehicle in order to locate the failure. The vehicle has not been repaired. The current and failure mileages were 68,000.
2003 trailblazer ls started leaking fuel from the top of the gas tank. Gas smell is present all the time. Fuel tank had to be replaced.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving 25 MPH, the fuel gauge needle moved to full. Upon filling the vehicle with fuel, the gauge remained full for the rest of that day. The following day, when the vehicle was started, the needle went around in a circle (counter clockwise) beyond the full mark. The failure has continued for the past six months. The contact read that the failure was due to a sensor in the gas tank, but has not taken the vehicle to the dealer or a mechanic. The manufacturer has not been notified. The current mileage was 90,300 and failure mileage was 85,000.
Have a 2003 chevy trail blazer and the gas tank is leaking from the top. I understand that there is a tsb # 05012 out on this issue. I had recently been at my dealer to get the check engine light checked. They said that I needed to replace the compressor right away. Well that was over a year ago and it is still working just fine..that was not the problem. Seems there are a lot of us out there who have this leaking gas tank problem.
Fuel gauge on 2003 chevy trailblazer does not work. This is a safety hazard. Vehicles running out of fuel can be a safety hazard with people walking on highways to get gas and people getting stranded.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving 55 MPH, the contact was notified of a fuel leak by a fellow driver. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they stated that the gas tank was corroded. The gas tank was replaced at the cost of $1,000. The contact filed a report with the manufacturer. The current and failure mileages were 65,000. Updated 08/15/08 *bf the fuel pump module was replaced because it had rusted out. Updated 08/15/08.
Trailblazer ls 2003 has problems with code p0442 and checked other complaints from same vehicles (2002) issued in the past. Gas tank is leaking therefore a recall must include this models year too.
I own a 2003 chevy trailblazer. I have been smelling gas fumes for the last couple of years and when I have taken to the local dealerships they stated that it was just "spillage and normal" for that type of car. My check engine light stays on and I have been told by autozone personnel that the "code" indicates some kind of emissions leak. When reviewing the open complaints, I noticed that there are many complaints very similar to what I have been experiencing. It is mostly when I fill up my gas tank over 1/2 a tank. I am afraid to fill it up full due to the heavy smell of gas.
Water has been seen several times dripping from underneath the truck in the center area. It appears to be from the emissions system. No wet weather at the time. It appears to be some sort of condensation. Also fan clutch failure, sway bar linkages failure, tie-rod failure, rack and pinion failure/leak, control arm failures 2 times, windshield wiper would not turn off failure, windshield wiper reservoir tank leak replaced, AC cold air failure. All needed to be replaced on a vehicle less than 5 years old with only 38,000 miles on it.
Fuel leak from the fuel pump module in my 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. I recently had the fuel tank replaced because of a vapor leak causing the check engine warning light to activate. When I picked up the vehicle I detected a strong gasoline smell and was just now told that the top of the fuel pump module was badly corroded with gas leaking through it. Warranty will not cover the replacement as the module is still working. This is either a faulty design, or substandard materials are being used for this part as this vehicle is not all that old, and this condition is presenting a serious hazard with the gas and gas vapors leaking from the fuel tank.
My 2003 chevy trailblazer was found leaking gas round the top of the tank, the service tech said the module was rusted and will need replacing @$800.
The fuel pump sending unit on my 2003 chevy trailblazer developed corrosion and leaked fuel from the unit. The cost of the repair was $592.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving at an unknown speed, the engine warning light would sporadically illuminate on the instrument control panel. After injecting fuel into the vehicle, he would smell a strong odor of gasoline. He took the vehicle to a local mechanic and they stated that there was a leak. The fuel cap was replaced. Two weeks later, the engine light illuminated on the instrument control panel. He took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that there was a fuel tank inject valve fracture, and that the manufacturer voluntarily recalled that component in august of 2007. The contact's VIN was not included; therefore, he would have to pay $1,200 for the repair. The manufacturer would not provide any assistance. The failure mileage was 110,000 and current mileage was 120,867.
I have a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer ls, 4x4 the gas tank leaks after filling completely. Odor of gas coming from my vehicle.
Gas tank leaking. I have two children (safety issue) I think there is something that gm needs to do about this problem.. Obviously it is a problem. I guess we need to take further actions ourselves.
Fuel spillage during refueling; during refueling the fuel will spill out from behind the top of the tank behind the wall. Happened since vehicle has been owned.
I have a 2003 chevy trailblazer. The gas tank is leaking. After researching this, it is a common problem with this make and model. It was a gm mess up, they should recall it and fix it.
Fuel was leaking on the ground.
Leak in the fuel tank.
My check engine light came on. After linking to the computer I had a code # p0442. After I, and my mechanic inspected the vehicle, we found that the gas tank was cracked and leaking. I had to replace the faulty gas tank, for an expensive fee. I called chevy, and to sum it up, I was left to work this problem out on my own, with no financial help from gm.
I got a strong smell of gasoline in my 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. I stopped at a garage and they looked at it and said the fuel line was either busted or corroded. They could not fix it right away, but said they didn't think the fuel line on a 2003 vehicle should be rusted. The gas was pouring out underneath the vehicle causing a fire hazard. I called the local chevrolet dealer and they could not fix it either, but they informed me that it would be rusted through that they are replacing a lot of them and also brake lines. I ask if there was a recall for this on the vehicle, and he said no it's just the ice melting materials they use on the roads around here. The gas tank has to be removed and the lines need replaced. The garage that is doing the work says that the fuel pump and filter should be replaced while the tank is down. I don't believe a four year old car should have fuel lines and brake lines rusting out like that. I think it is an engineering mistake on the materials these lines are made from. I am sure a lot of other people have spent large sums of money to repair this problem and if my complaint can get a recall started that would benefit all trailblazer owners.
Strong gasoline smell in passenger compartment. Smell is strongest underneath vehicle fuel tank. Have not yet had vehicle serviced to determine root cause.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet trailblazer. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the contact smelled fuel inside the vehicle compartment. She exited the vehicle, cleaned the fuel tank, and discovered a leak. The vehicle has not been inspected by the dealer. The contact stated that the plastic neck leading into the fuel tank appeared to be cracked. The current and failure mileages were 29,855.
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevy blazer. The fuel tank was leaking. The check engine light is illuminated continuously. The dealer suggested that the entire fuel tank be replaced. The current and failure mileage were 48,000. Updated 01-16-08. *kb updated
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