Strong gasoline smell noticed inside and outside vehicle. Took vehicle to dealership 3/1/24 where the smell was confirmed. Fuel rail was found to be leaking. Dealership removed and replaced all components damaged with leak. This problem started again Friday, 8/23/24. Did not resolve and got stronger. Car will be going back to the dealership Monday, 8/26/24 for evaluation.
Chevrolet Trailblazer fuel smell problems
162 of the 7,174 owner complaints about the Chevrolet Trailblazer describe gas smell in the cabin, most of them for the 2003 model year.
- owner complaints
- 162
- worst model year
- 2003
- typical repair cost reported
- $1,000
- typical mileage
- 103,085
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall for this area of the car. See below
By model year
Often reported together
Fuel leak 37Check engine light 32Fuel pump 28Fuel gauge 10Fire or smoke 6Won't start 4Stalling 3Loss of power 3
Trouble codes mentioned
P0455 1
What owners say
smudge on rear hatch above window, took to dlr they said maybe I did it. I was told to come back day after day and no record of these visits. When the fixed paint at their shop no paperwork. my radio screen scrambling, going blank, stop working, static sounds coming out, The ignition button wouldn’t turn off There was an update for the lane departure issue, the radio issue there is no current fix as per manufacturer the advisor informed me.[XXX] went dl show lt rear window, I had to N Cal. [XXX] at dlr [XXX] told me to bring 5th fix back window but the left rear window defect They told me they order that day! So my vehicle was at the dealership for approx 2 weeks [XXX] the day they called saying my car was ready to pickup I ask if the window was replaced yet etc. Ricky the advisor (nice guy) he tells me there’s nothing in the system about the window issue, he says he’ll tell his manager and call me back. He informs me the window was never ordered in nov and they just ordered Feb 22nd. I picked my vehicle up [XXX] and it’s still having radio system issues, starting or stopping issues. [XXX] window was replaced also tinted. The bubbles in the window tint Again yesterday the radio system wasn’t working properly, the speakers were static, display not operating, blackout, the lane departure has me all over the road! The push start doesn’t operate correctly (will not shut off, the other day the car continued to roll backwards after I put in park. Lunges when parking in garage The fact that I have been going in for various issues and there’s no records or notes in system showing this. I reviewed docs I have found the miles in/out were same so how could someone have test driven to duplicate my concerns? [XXX] I go in garage gas fumes filled the air, I thought it was pressure washer but I took it out and used fan to clear. Drive car come back garage a bit better, put garage for night…Again [XXX], [XXX] and today. I can’t see any leaks on garage floor. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT
Very strong gas smells coming from under the hood. After driving a few miles, fumes enter the passenger compartment. Had to stop parking it in our garage for fear of a fire before I could get it into the dealer. I've been told it's a fuel leak associated with the fuel rail system. I'm 20 days past my warranty and only at 29,000 miles. It's a nearly $2000 fix. GM was aware of the problem in 2021 as there is a service bulletin for this item. I should have been notified in 2021 that there was a possible problem which could lead to a fire or explosion.
The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal fuel odor was coming from the vehicle, without warning. While in traffic, the contact started feeling dizzy and pulled over. The contact’s son who was following her vehicle, also stated that he could smell fuel upon approaching the vehicle. The following day, the vehicle was taken to a dealer where the mechanic discovered a crack in the fuel rail. Upon investigation, the contact discovered Service Bulletin: PIP5765, which she linked to the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and the contact was provided a case number. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 21,000.
Took to mechanic due to strong fuel smell coming from engine area. Mechanic said not safe to drive - fuel rail leaking and must be replaced - vehicle could catch fire or explode! I drive grandchildren in this vehicle and was shook up! Vehicle towed to GM dealer who said I was 3400 miles passed my warranty but they would start work on my $3k repair. I’m outraged that GM cares so little about this known issue from the GM bulletin PIP 5765 which was published 11/18/20. All this time they have known about faulty and dangerous part but only send recalls for minor issues like possible faulty tire jack.
Second time in dealership shop to get gas smell coming from engine. Vehicle still under warranty. Afraid of the vehicle catching fire on me. Took it into another repair shop and 2 technicians notice the strong gas odor and was afraid of working on it.
I had a smell of gasoline inside and under hood of 2021 Trailblazer LT 1.3l. Took to Chevrolet dealer.Confirmed gas odor. Gas was leaking from fuel rail.Sevice manager said it was pouring out. Found out GM has Service bulliten for this PIP5765 that covers both Chevy Trailblazer with 1.3l and Buick Encore GX with 1.3l motors. This has been a scary situation considering gas fumes could have caught fire.
The exhaust manifold in my 2008 chevy trailblazer has broken now three times. The chevy dealer has changed the manifold twice for free but now they no longer want to pay for it plus I asked if they have made a change to the cast iron manifold and they tell me the part number changed in 2011 but my failures have occurred since then so I know the replacement manifold I will have the same problem. Exhaust fumes in winter enter the cabin.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet trailblazer. The contact stated the he noticed a fuel odor emitting from underneath the driver's side of the vehicle. The contact also stated that the fuel mileage had also decreased when driving the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to have an evap smoke test performed on his vehicle. The result of the test discovered that a crack had formed on the fuel neck that connects to the fuel tank, which was the cause of the failure. The contact then spoke with j.b.a. Chevrolet (7327 ritchie hwy, glen burnie, md 21061) where he was informed that there were no recalls on the vehicle for the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 126,432.
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
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- On certain sport utility vehicles, a fuel filter fitting can become disconnected. If this were to occur while attempting to start the engine, a no-start condition would result and fuel would be pumped out the fuel filter onto the ground.
- Risk
- If the fitting becomes disconnected while the vehicle is in motion, the engine would stop due to inadequate fuel supply and cause a loss of power steering assist. If an ignition source were present, fuel leakage from a disconnected fuel filter fitting could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel filter quick connect retainers. Owner notification began september 20, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑222‑1020. Gmc at 1‑800‑462‑8782, or oldsmobile at 1‑800‑442‑6537.
Recall number 02V121000 · Recall details
Questions about the Chevrolet Trailblazer fuel smell
Which Chevrolet Trailblazer years have gas smell in the cabin problems?
The model years with the most reports are 2003 (53 complaints), 2002 (52 complaints) and 2004 (36 complaints).
How much does it cost to fix gas smell in the cabin on the Chevrolet Trailblazer?
Owners who mentioned a price put the repair at about $1,000 (median of 26 complaints that include a dollar amount). Costs vary with mileage, warranty and where the work is done.
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