2000 GMC Sierra fuel system problems

Filed Jul 10, 2012 · Fuel system · 125,000 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 gmc sierra 1500. The contact stated they were traveling 25 MPH and the fuel tank failed and began to leak gasoline. The fire department had to come out to dispose of the gasoline. The tank was cut off and secured by the fire department. The vehicle was destroyed because the straps holding the tank and the surrounding areas were severely covered with rust. The failure and current mileage was 125,000.

Filed Jul 2, 2012 · Fuel system · 125,000 miles · MD

I was driving along and felt a dragging sensation and scraping noise. I pulled the truck over, looked underneath expecting to see the muffler dragging. I was somewhat surprised to see the gas tank resting on the street. There was a small amount of gasoline leaking onto the street. I called aaa to come tow the car. They said I needed to call the fire dept., which I did [xxx] soon there were 2 fire trucks and a hazmat vehicle. They proceeded to call the maryland department of the environment, and 2 of their trucks arrived. The fire department cut the remaining strap and removed the tank. The mde pumped the remaining fuel into a metal barrel. In light of ford's recall on 1.1 million pick-up trucks, I thought it important to register this report as it is possible that gmc might be using the same straps to support the gas tanks. I do not have VIN # as the vehicle was towed to s & l auto [xxx] *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)

Filed Jan 3, 2012 · Fuel system · 168,467 miles · NH

The lower half of the rear gas tank strap has rotted out and dislodged from the upper half of the strap. The front strap also has visible corrosion. A very serious situation. I was very fortunate to find the lower half of the strap, as I was moving firewood on my property. I feel blessed that I found the issue while the vehicle was not moving. I believe if undetected, the release of the gas from the chassis would have likely been catastrophic. I am very concerned for other vehicle owners!

Filed Jul 18, 2011 · Fuel system · 95,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 gmc sierra. The contact stated that the fuel line strap fractured. The contact repaired the fuel line strap himself to prevent it from hanging. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileages were 96,000. The VIN was unavailable. Updated 09/07/2011 *ln

Filed May 2, 2011 · Fuel system · 41,000 miles · OR

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 gmc sierra. The contact stated the fuel gauge malfunctioned. The contact stated that he was unable to determine how much fuel was in the vehicle. The contact had not taken the vehicle to the dealer or a local mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The failure mileage was 41,000. Updated 03/07/12

Filed Nov 10, 2006 · Fuel system · 50,000 miles · GA

My gas guage on my 2000 gmc sierra pickup is acting eratic. It goes back and forth between full and empty for no apparent reason. This started several months ago. I did a search on google and found that this same problem was being reported to automotive help sites by a whole lot of people. Some say it is the sending unit in the gas tank - some dealerships told them this. The cost to drop the tank and fix the problem is around $800. Even if you have not received enough complaints to force a recall on this issue, you can easily see by searching google that this is indeed a major problem. I suspect that not too many people know that they can fill a complaint with the federal safety agency. Thank you...

Filed Aug 7, 2006 · Fuel system · 74,000 miles · PA

Dt*: the contact stated that while backing out of the driveway and applying pressure to the brakes, the pedal touched the floor and there was extended stopping distance. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who determined that the problem was a rusted brake line . Updated 8/30/2006 -

Filed Jul 8, 2006 · Fuel system · 70,000 miles · WI

The fuel level gauge in my 2000 gmc sierra has been erratic and is now consistently reporting the tank is empty every time I fill it up and it will then keep flipping between full and empty for about the first 100 miles after fill up. I cannot trust the gauge any longer to tell me when the tank is getting low either, as it will show 1/8 to 1/4 even when it will take 26 or so gallons of gas. This seems to be a faulty level sensor that is affected when the tank is full, mostly, and I am concerned that the electrical system connecting to the sensor in the tank may be shorting out in the tank near or in the presence of gasoline! I understand this is a common problem with these vehicles and suggest that it should be recalled and fixed by the manufacturer.

Filed Jun 10, 2006 · Fuel system · KY

I own a 2000 gmc sierra. I have the same problem with the fuel gauge system as the 2000 chevrolet siverado. The fuel gauge read erradically then low fuel light comes one even though tank full of fuel. There should be a recall on this defect. Was told the problem is with the fuel leveling sensor.

Filed Jul 8, 2005 · Fuel system · NJ

Dt: the consumer owns a 2000 gmc sierra classic. He had to replace a fuel pump assembly that was housed inside the fuel tank. There was some recalls on this vehicles but not for his model. There were four wires in the fuel tank two of the four wires were melted together inside the fuel tank.