Fuel gauge does not display amount of fuel in tank. Even when filling the tank with fuel, the gauge remains on empty.
2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer fuel system complaints
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When I hit about 50,000 miles on my 2006 trailblazer, my gas tank sensor stopped working. Now my gas gauge always shows empty. When I contacted the dealership and other body shop, they told me it was a common problem on these vehicles. I am out of warranty and the dealership wants to charge me $600 to $700 to repair something that is a defect on their vehicle.
Fuel gauge sensor does not function. This causes the fuel tank to constantly read empty. I noticed this just as the warranty on my leased vehicle was about to expire due to mileage the fuel gauge stopped working. I have been forced to use the trip odometer on the vehicle to determine if I need fuel or not. When this first started occurring, it worked and then didn't work and I ran out of fuel on some busy roads and had to push my vehicle to a fuel station. When I took the vehicle to porter chevy to have it fixed they said it would cost me $950. I spoke to other chevy dealers and they said prices ranging from $800-$1500 to correct and had two mechanics tell me that the part is garbage and that it would just break again within a year not to waste my money. I filed a complaint on through the cpsc and found 50 others just like mine on there. Not the federal safety agency was on cnn and I checked to see over 200 similar cases on this site some involving serious safety issues over the same problem I'm having. I have 3 small kids and need this corrected. Not my fault that chevy is ripping off its customers with faulty parts.
Issue: the gas gauge on my 2006 trailblazer is not working properly. The fuel lights comes on and stays on even after filling the gas tank. The issue started around mid january 2010 and has gotten worst. My only comfort is knowing that I do have gas in my tank but it is very frustrating and unnerving. I have no idea if it is going to get worse. I have had a diagnostic check to confirm that this is an issue. I am in the process of trying to get it repaired but not sure of the cost or how long I may be without transportation.
The fuel level sensor on 2006 chevy trailblazers acts erratically then stops working. I ran out of fuel twice, once on a busy highway at rush hour, and again after having work done at the dealer. They had to drain some fuel to do the work and didn't tell me. Having calculated how much I had, I thought I was ok but I ran out of fuel on the way home at 9pm at night on a dark single lane road with the baby in the back seat.
1) filled gas tank full on 2006 chevy trailblazer lt 2) began driving and gas gauge dropped to empty and warning light came on- after approx. 10-20 miles gas gauge goes back up to full - though unsure if it is accurate - this happens at every fill up 3) spoke with gm dealership - $450.00 to drop gas tank and replace fuel gauge sender/sensor - have not replaced yet due to cost - and after doing research I found that this is a very common problem with trailblazers - requesting recall.
2006 chevy trailblazer. Fuel level sensor failed, gas gauge does not work. Dealer wants $581 to repair.
Fuel pump issues on a 2006 trailblazer.
Gas gauge on my 2006 trailblazer indicates that the tank is empty, does not provide an accurate reading even when the tank is full. This is extremely unsafe because it can lead to running out of fuel at any given time. Dealership indicates that the sensor is the cause and that this is a "problem" on these vehicles.
Fuel level sensor does not show correct fuel level in fuel tank. My 2006 chevrolet trailblazer ls with 6 cyl. Engine only has 35,000 miles on it. Fuel gauge does not register the amount of gas in tank even when tank is full. This is a serious problem and could become a deadly situation if someone ran out of gas on the highway. Gm needs to correct this problem asap. I have found over 200 complaints about this exact same problem with trailblazers, yukons, and various other gm vehicles. Please visit this web site to see for yourself. Gm needs to correct this problem before someone gets seriously hurt or is killed. Http://www.topix.com/alerts/forum/autos/chevrolet-trailblazer/th8ji6tepo3vrji3d.
Fuel gauge indicator failure. 2006 trailblazer lt. Was intermittent for around 2-3 weeks last winter then stopped all together. Now I track fuel level by gal used on the on board computer.
The fuel sensor for my 2006 chevy trailblazer went out so it reads empty all the time. Doing internet research it seems this is a common problem with the trailblazer and is a safety issue. I have children and live in a extreme weather climate.
2006 chevy trailblazer fuel gauge keeps bouncing back and forth and showing empty even after fill ups. From what I read it is a very common problem with these vehicles and deserves a recall .
I have a 2006 chevrolet trailblazer and about two weeks ago I filled my gas tank up and it did not register full. It now is very erratic. One minute it will read a level and the next few minutes it will read empty. I have read several complaints about this same problem on other 2006 trailblazers and am wondering why there has not been an investigation or a recall. I am looking at a very expensive repair that I cannot afford. This is very dangerous because I could run out of gas and cause an accident whereas someone could be maimed or killed. I have a 5 year old that I transport in this auto and if something happens because of this faulty gas gauge should general motors be held liable for not fixing a problem they know exists??
(1) stability control was engaged while car was in motion and it was not necessary to stabilize the vehicle (SUV). Steering wheel position sensor replaced. (2) fuel tank always read empty. Fuel tank removed and replaced fuel sensors.
The gas gauge began to malfunction, indicating that the tank was empty when it was not or inaccurately measuring the amount of fuel. This also triggers the engine light to go on and now happens consistently when the vehicle is turned on. The vehicle has 60,000 miles and the part was replaced for $530.
Gas gauge in 2006 chevy trailblazer went out and is stuck on "e". Never know when you will run out of gas, which is a hazard on the roadways. Car only has 39,300 miles on it.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact was driving approximately 50 MPH on normal road conditions. The driver observed the fuel gauge displayed an inaccurate reading intermittently. The failure occurred at any given fuel level capacity. The vehicle is in the process of being taken to an authorized dealer for inspection. The failure mileage was 74,302. The VIN was unavailable.
Stalled on the road due to faulty gas gauge. Gauge has not worked since. Gauge changes position erratically, causing my engine light now to be on.
I own a 2006 chevy trailblazer ls and the fuel gauge was working as advertised one day then the next day the gauge began to fluxuate, eventually to stop working all together. I have tried several fuel cleaners with no results. Have done tons of research and have found hundreds if not thousands of complaints of the same issue on several gm vehicles. Took the vehicle to the chevy dealership and was quoted at $750 to drop the fuel tank and replace the pump and sensor wiring all together with so many complaints of the same issue this is unacceptable, please fix gm.
Fuel gauge no longer works.
Fuel gauge malfunction. Fuel gauge will register as empty whether there is gas or no gas in the tank. Gradual degradation. This also cause the check engine light to become engaged frequently. Approximately $700 to resolve problem.
2006 chevy trailblazer with 40k miles. Fuel gauge defect. Gauge reads empty when it is full and causes the emissions light to engage. Online research shows a trend of the same problem with other 2006 trailblazers. Dealership acknowledged a consistent issue, but no recall has been issued. Cost is $700 to replace sensor.
I have a 2006 chevrolet trailblazer. Every time I fill up with gas, the gas gauge fluctuates goes up and down and the gas light and check engine light is staying on. I have searched the internet and there are hundreds and hundreds of people with this same problem. My trailblazer has about 85,000 miles and I has been having this problem for about 2 weeks. Gm needs to fix these fuel gauges and do a recall on it soon... What are they waiting on deaths or injuries..
The fuel gauge continues to fluctuate and stay on empty, causing me to run out of gas on the interstate. A policeman pulled up behind me and told me to report the problem. Its a safety hazard, had the policeman not been polite enough to sit behind me with his lights on, I would've been rearended.
Fuel sensor quit working around 40,000 miles and now the 4wd is no longer working at 43,000. I can't afford $3,000 in repairs and after looking at thousands of similar complaints the federal safety agency needs to demand recalls as these malfunctions are serious and can result in bodily injury or death.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet trailblazer. The fuel gauge inaccurately displays the amount of fuel present in the fuel tank. Usually the gauge when indicate fuel, when there was not fuel present. The vehicle has not been inspected, because the dealer while charge a diagnostic fee. The current mileage was 43,200. The failure mileage 42,800.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet trailblazer. The fuel gauge displays inaccurate readings on the instrument control panel. Usually it displays fuel when the fuel tank was empty. He was advised that the repair cost $600.00. No repairs were made. He has not been provided with any assistance by the gm manufacturer. The failure mileage was 65,000.
I have 06 chevrolet trailblazer in which the fuel sending unit/fuel level sensor is bad which cause the fuel gauge to read empty all the time,also the check engine light to stay on, which has caused me to fail emissions so now I have to get it repaired which is going to cost about $600.00 and since my car is out of warranty this will have to come out of my pocket.this is money that I don't have. If you'll read all the blogs online you'll find hundreds if not thousands of the same thing happening . Chevy should be made to fix this problem!!! My car only has 50,000 miles on it there should be no major problems with it or so you would think . I think next time I'll buy a foreign car!!!
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet trail blazer. Whenever fuel was added to the fuel tank; the fuel gauge displayed an inaccurate reading. The failure occurred at various fuel levels. The technician stated the failure was contributed to the fuel sensor which required replacement. The vehicle has not been repaired. The contact had concerns of the safety risk involved. The failure mileage was 25,000. The current mileage was 27,000.
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