Fuel lines on this car are non-metallic. Apparently, some sharp-toothed critter bit the line causing a fuel leak as confirmed by the independent service center indicated on the uploaded invoice. There was no warning. I noticed a puddle under the differential. Replacement lines are no longer available from manufacturer. Problem must be known because repair kits (see invoice) are available. "Best" solution is replacement of existing nylon lines with metallic lines (as should have been done when the car was first manufactured). As this would be an extremely costly and impractical repair, may I suggest an alternative: cover the fuel lines with a braided stainless steel sheath. This would be effective as well as both practical and relatively inexpensive. Leaving the lines exposed risks further damage and increased possibility of fire. My car is available for inspection upon request.
Pontiac Firebird fuel leak problems
15 of the 493 owner complaints about the Pontiac Firebird describe fuel leak, most of them for the 1994 model year.
- owner complaints
- 15
- worst model year
- 1994
By model year
- 19982
- 19973
- 19951
- 19944
- 19922
- 19913
Often reported together
What owners say
Seat belt sometimes latch and sometimes it won't/ fuel leak and fumes
Tl* the contact owns a 1991 pontiac firebird. The contact stated that there was fuel leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the souder joint was fractured which, allowed fuel to leak. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 94v077000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 135,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 1991 pontiac firebird. The contact stated that the first time he placed fuel in the vehicle, gasoline began to leak and fumes were present. The dealer stated that there were no recalls that applied to his VIN. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign id numbers 94v077000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage: tank assembly:filler pipe and cap) and 06e043000 (fuel system: gasoline). The current mileage was 61,231 and failure mileage was 60,230. Update 10/01/08 *cw the gas tank filler neck seam at the tank leaked gas. Updated 10/03/08.
Apparetly a fuel leak in the engine compartment caused a fire, vehicle was a total loss.
Fuel leakage ; leakage occurred in fuel line that is attached to fuel injector. Consumer noticed problem when coming outside to vehicle, and smelling the gasoline. Contacted dealership, and problem is not fixed yet.
Ie97060, vehicle had a burned hole in the fuel line, after a dealer inspected the fuel lines and belts and said that there was no problem, which caused a fuel leak and resulted in a fire. Please provide further information.
The fuel tank on my 1992 pontiac firebird, began leaking gas. My local mechanic, who used to work for g.m, mentioned that this was a material failure of the fuel tank itself for which there had been a recall issued a few years earlier. I checked my personal records and the federal safety agency recall records, and found that a recall was issued in 1994 (the federal safety agency campaign id number: 94v07700). My vehicle was checked in january 95 with 11,997 miles on it, and at that time was not leaking.. The vehicle now has approximately 31,000 miles on it and is leaking from a crack in the fuel tank at that exact spot. I have contacted my local dealeship, and g.m. Customer service and they have told me that because the vehcle is over 5 years old that they are not responsible for replacing this defective tank,even though they acknowledge that the cause of the leak is material failure. I believe since the vehicle has only 31,000 miles on it, and is in showroom condition, and has never been abused that this is a safety matter that they are responsible to fix.
Fuel line clamp released from fuel filter causing gas leakage.
There is gas leaking onto the engine, and the engine is also hesitating and making noises. Dealer can't find a solution.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap
- What is wrong
- The fuel filler neck solder joint can develop cracks or pin hole leaks, which does not comply with fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity." the cracks and holes can allow fuel vapor and fuel leakage.
- Risk
- Consequence of non-compliance: gasoline vapors and fuel leaks can result in a fire if exposed to a source of ignition.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the fuel tank assembly and replace those which exhibit the cracks or pin hole leaks.
Recall number 94V077000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- The fuel lines on these vehicles may have been misrouted and may contact the "air" check valve. The high temperatures from the "air" check valve could allow it to melt through and damage a fuel line.
- Risk
- A fuel line which has been damaged by the heat of the"air" check valve may leak fuel into the engine compartment where it couldresult in a fire if exposed to a source of ignition.
- Remedy
- Reroute any misrouted fuel lines to the proper position, and replace any fuel line bundle where the outer shell has been melted through.
Recall number 93V199000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Fuel return hoses may break at either crimped coupling.
- Risk
- If this coupling separated, allowing gasoline to leak,and an ignition source was present, an engine compartment fire could occur.
- Remedy
- Install a properly crimped fuel return hose.
Recall number 90V114000 · Recall details
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Which Pontiac Firebird years have fuel leak problems?
The model years with the most reports are 1994 (4 complaints), 1991 (3 complaints) and 1997 (3 complaints).
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