Symptoms similar to recall 07V349000. Smell of fuel accompanied by liquid on the ground. Inspection by mechanic indicates failure of fuel filler neck and accompanying inlet of the fuel tank itself. Unable to secure fuel filler neck replacement that fits, nor replacement fuel tank.
2001 Chevrolet Venture fuel system problems
24 complaints (11% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 120,000.
- owner complaints
- 24
- of this car's complaints
- 11%
- typical mileage
- 120,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Storage: fuel gauge system4
- Storage: tank assembly2
- Storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap1
- Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Chevrolet Venture fuel system problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2001 Chevrolet Venture fuel system
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: storage
- What is wrong
- On certain vehicles, variations in the manufacturing process or exposure to high ambient temperatures may lead to fracture of the fuel tank inlet check valve (icv).
- Risk
- A fracture may allow fuel vapors to pass through and allow droplets of fuel to accumulate on the side of the fuel tank. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel tank. The recall will be mailed in two phases with the first phase beginning on december 4, 2007. The second phase will be mailed on december 13, 2007. Owners may contact buick at 1‑866‑608‑8080; chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438; or pontiac at 1‑800‑620‑7668. The vehicle population includes buick rendezvous and pontiac aztek vehicle built in may 2003; chevrolet venture and pontiac montana vehicles built from june through august 2002; and all vehicles registered in nevada, arizona, virgin islands, puerto rico, and hawaii.
Recall number 07V349000 · Recall details
What 2001 Chevrolet Venture owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I have a leaking fuel tank. It is described perfectly in recall: 07v349000, gm recall # 06230. When I took it to the dealer, they told me because of higher mileage, it is not covered. I then called gm and they told me the same thing. How can you sell a vehicle with a defective part, put it on recall and then not fix it? I am glad I found it before my vehicle caught on fire!
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet venture. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, an odor of fuel was present. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel tank was cracked causing fuel to leak out. The fuel tank was replaced and the failure was remedied. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 117,000.
The fuel tank leaks at the fuel tank, leak at the fuel tank filler tube attachment point to the tank. There is a rubber grommet on the tank that the tube attaches to the tank where the leak is. Defiantly a fire hazard. Leaks when tank is more than 1/2 full. This tube is metal and the fuel tank filler tube attaches to with a rubber hose and clamp. The chevrolet dealer says the VIN was exclude from the federal safety agency campaign id number 07v349000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage), although the failures were identical. The dealer stated have to replace the fuel tank which not covered.
Fuel leaking in the ground around the drivers side rear tire.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet venture. The contact stated that fumes were emitted in and around the vehicle. The contact mentioned that the recall the federal safety agency campaign number: 07v349000 (fuel system, gasoline) was directly related to the failure the vehicle was exhibiting. However, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the fuel tank inlet check valve fractured and as a result, the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 114,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet venture. The contact stated that there was a gasoline odor as he noticed fluid on the ground. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for a diagnostic. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 07v349000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 135,000.
2001 chevrolet venture. Consumer writes in regards to a fuel leak in vehicle. *smd the consumer stated upon arriving home, after filling up the gas tank, there was a strong odor of gas. Upon further inspection, he found gas leaking from the bottom of the vehicle on the rear driver's side wheel, where the gas tank was located. After checking the fuel cap, it was determined the leak was actually coming from the gas tank. The vehicle was towed to the dealership, where the his findings were confirmed. While seeking a replacement gas tank online, the consumer discovered a recall was issued by gm, regarding the issue. However, gm informed the consumer due to the high mileage on the vehicle, the vehicle did not qualify for the recall.
2001 chevrolet venture van est. 185,000 miles. Fuel tank leaks at inlet, if tank is more than 1/2 full. Some vehicles were recalled for repairs of this type? Vin# [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
I had a 2001 chevy venture minivan. It caught fire around 2:00am on march 31 2011 what can I do. Talk to chevy with no answer back need help!!!!
Questions about the 2001 Chevrolet Venture fuel system
Does the 2001 Chevrolet Venture have fuel system problems?
Owners have filed 24 complaints about the fuel system of the 2001 Chevrolet Venture, 11% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2001 Chevrolet Venture fuel system problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 120,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Chevrolet Venture fuel system?
Yes, 1 recall: 07V349000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Chevrolet Venture have the most fuel system problems?
The Chevrolet Venture model years with the most fuel system complaints are 2002 (38 complaints), 2000 (37 complaints) and 1998 (28 complaints).
Other 2001 Chevrolet Venture problems
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