2003 GMC Envoy XL: gas smell in the cabin

Filed Nov 23, 2018 · Fuel system · 181,000 miles · MN

When in park position heavy gas fumes coming from a leak at the top of the tank. You can visually see the gas stains on the sides and bottom of tank.when rolling to a stop the fumes return.I'm getting headaches and burning of my eyes and throat.I checked my VIN for recalls, the parts involved are #14423c fuel tank inlet check valve fracture,and #07076a fuel tank modular reservoir assembly corrosion #12166 fuel filler neck..I'm afraid every time I drive it that I could be bodily harmed at any given moment, a spark,someone flicking a cigarette,a accident, anything that would trigger a spark.

Filed Sep 4, 2018 · Fuel system · 110,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 gmc envoy xl. The contact noticed a strong fuel odor inside the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to manfredi chevrolet (2519 hylan blvd, staten island, ny 10306, (347) 979-0291) per an unknown recall regarding the fuel tank. The contact was informed that the failure was not related to the recall. The contact then took the vehicle to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank was leaking and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

Filed Jan 26, 2016 · Fuel system · 163,261 miles · GA

The fuel inlet seal on the top of the fuel tank had separated causing a smell of fuel and allowing matter to enter the fuel tank from the top...possibly causing the premature failing of the fuel pump. We understand gmc has extended the warranty on the vehicle for this issue to 150,000 miles. Our vehicle had over 155,000 miles when the problem occured but we never received notification from gmc of the extended warranty. Had we received this notification we would have taken in the vehicle for an immediate repair. The fuel pump failed and we had to purchase a new fuel tank (as a result of the faulty top seal) and fuel pump...costing us almost $1,700. We have a copy of the repair bill but I am unable to scan and upload it here at this time... I am in the military and will be moving to korea in april, 2016

Filed Jan 16, 2016 · Driver assistance, Fuel system · 140,000 miles · IN

I had been driving and pulled into a fast food restaurant and when I got out of my vehicle I noticed the smell of gasoline being close to a gas station I thought nothing of it when getting back in my vehicle after retrieving my food I now smelled the gasoline inside my vehicle still thought nothing that maybe the fumes were just lingering until the next day when the smell was stronger so strong that my child with asthma immediately had to get out of the vehicle so being cautious as anyone I had my husband take a look he smelled the gasoline but couldn't find a leak so he took it to our local mechanic who then diagnosed the problem and removed the tank and replaced it with a used tank and whatever part was needed to fix the issue so since then I have not smelled anymore gasoline but my check engine light refuses to go off not to mention I receive a letter in the mail stating that there was some sort of recall on my exact year and make of vehicle and that I could send in a claim to get back the $500 I put into fixing the vehicle thinking it was now safe for my family so I paid to fix the problem only my new tank is used so I'm guessing I'll be having this issue again at some point which is very scary considering I drive my children in this vehicle plus I'm out the $500 still have the same issue which I cannot afford to fix again should the problem arise and I didn't keep the receipt from my mechanic thinking problem solved I put it aside it threw it away so I'm just curious is there anything I can do because knowing the tanks have issues and I've just paid $500 for another recalled tank pretty much so I'm at a point where I have no option but to take a loss on the money I paid to fix the vehicle before I knew about the recall not to mention I've had to replace the tie rods twice and it's popping again when I make turns I love this vehicle but now I'm super nervous of it

Filed Mar 8, 2013 · Fuel system · LA

I own an envoy xl and notice a gas smell everytime I fill up it last about a week or, until im low on gas so I did some searching on the internet and notice a lot of envoys have the same problem the weld around the fuel tank neck has come completely off so fuel is leaking and is a fire hazard. Can anyone tell me why this is not a recall if so many SUV's having the same problem.

Filed May 29, 2012 · Acceleration, Electrical · 64,125 miles · GA

It's seems crazy to me that this agency that was created to protect consumers from faulty vehicles can let so many complaints against this manufacturer that was bailed out by taxpayers money can be so blind to the gross negligence on gmc part. I have spent count less hours and way too much money on this vehicle, only to find out that many other consumers are reporting the same problems. I have literally sat down and cried vowing never to by another american made car because they are pieces of junk (and that is putting it nicely). I have paid to replace the oxygen sensor and all that goes with that; the catalyst converter twice; the electrical system throughout the vehicle and now my radio doesn't work because there is a short that is draining the battery when the car is turned off; the speed control (MPH/RPM) doesn't work and I only pray that I'm not speeding while I'm driving; the rear wiper blade works when it feels like it; my car interior constantly smells like gasoline and when I'm filling up my tank it there is always spillage; my ses light constantly stays on and since my state practices emission control I hold my breath and pray that I pass the test so I can legally drive my car. These are just some of the problems that I face with this car and frankly this year I'm not working so coming up with the money to pay again to have a mechanic remove the ses light so I can go have the emission testing performed is ridiculous and draining a wallet that is very much empty. My car now has more mileage & I haven't heard my radio in over 2 years because they don't know what is wrong so they just disconnected it. Why haven't the federal safety agency/dot required gmc to fix what they know is broken and a hazard on the roads? I would strongly recommend that the federal safety agency take this seriously before someone loses control and people lives are lost. Don't let this become another toyota issue.

Filed Sep 14, 2011 · Fuel system · 74,423 miles · FL

Fuel pump outlet tube was found corroded through after informing the local gmc dealer of gasoline odors when getting out of vehicle. This vehicle was purchased new in brandon, florida and has always remained in florida.

Filed Jul 19, 2009 · Fuel system · LA

I have a 2003 gmc envoy and there is a gas leak. I bought it in october 2006. In 2007, I took it to a gmc dealership for the check engine light, they said that it was probably caused by my not tightening the gas cap. Since then, I have had problems with pumping gas into tank, problems with a gas smell when the tank is filled or if I go over a bump. Now, there is reduced power. Husband says it is on fuel filler neck. On several web pages, it says there was a recall only I am unable to find any information on it. A lot of people have had this problem, why has it not been recalled? I can't afford another vehicle and what happens if I get in a crash. We have 5 kids that I drive around.

Filed Aug 7, 2008 · Fuel system · 53,512 miles · ME

Took my 2003 gmc envoy to my local garage because the clutch fan would not shut off. Mechanic asked about the strong smell of fuel, and I said I was aware the tank needed to be replaced due to a crack where the fill tube goes into the tank. The mechanic said both are important to fix, but the fuel leak could be a deadly situation, and he would suggest tackling that defect first, but in order for car to run normal had to have clutch fan replaced too. Total cost for tank related replacement: $1,058.04. Total cost for clutch fan replacement: $719.50 total cost for taxes: $72.75. Why haven't these well known defects been addressed in a recall. These are not inexpensive repairs we are talking about here, not to mention the potentially deadly consequences gmc is subjecting their consumers to.

Filed Jan 3, 2008 · Fuel system, Transmission · 108,000 miles · DE

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 gmc envoy xl. While approximately driving 55mph the vehicle made an excessive noise as if the vehicle shifted out of gear. The the gear shift indicator became inoperative disabling the vehicle from moving. The dealer stated that the transmission failed. They replaced the pump assembly, input drum shaft, perefeet shift, converter, and the ujc. In addition, she smelled a fuel odor when adding fuel into the fuel tank. The mechanic stated there was a leak in the fuel tank. There is a defect investigation for the fuel system, the federal safety agency action# ea07009. The failure mileage was 98,000 and current mileage was 108,000. The VIN and engine size were unavailable.

Filed May 27, 2007 · Fuel system · MI

I own a 2003 gmc envoy xl and at times smell strong gas fumes while driving the vehicle.

Filed May 8, 2007 · Fuel system · 56,000 miles · GA

2003 gmc envoy xl, check engine light on, smell of fuel, and leak when parked on hill. Took vehicle to dealer. It was out of warranty, but replaced fuel tank, $979.11 repair bill. Vehicle had 74,980 miles on it and had problems for approximately 18,000 miles before having it fixed... Dealership said nothing about the problem being possibly epidemic.