Bill dodge auto group, westbrook me 04092, invoice 841019, customer states can smell fuel check for leak, 00 diag and replace leaking fuel pump and sender. 8986 cgm $us 198.00,1 19257125 nb- (s) module kit $390.32. Parts 390.32 labor 198 other 0 total $588.32 62491 fuel sending unit found fuel leaking by tank area, removed tank and found sending unit return line broken of sending unit, will need new sending unit, removed and replaced sending unit & checked for leaks, o.k. The federal safety agency campaign id number 12v459000 sept 19, 2012 fuel system, gasoline delivery pump, fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
2007 Saturn Ion fuel system complaints
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I had a fuel leak from my saturn and brought it to bob johnson chevrolet to get repaired. They found that the fuel line was rusted at the driver side back by the tire and wants to charge me 750.00. Now, I have researched the problem and found that I am not the only one having this same problem. There seems to be multiple people having this same issue at the same area as me. Chevy or my warranty company will not cover it. There has to be something with the saturn ions that is making them rust. The vehicle is too dangerous to drive d/t the leak is over by the tail pipe possible to cause a fire and explosion. There needs to be a recall to cause gm to redesign the fuel line to keep it from rusting and leaking that could cause a fire.
Gasoline dripping from area near rear wheels, both metal fuel lines rusted through.
Because of a 'hidden recall' by gm, I was driving down the road when I smelled fuel. My fuel pump had become defective, causing a leak, and therefore, rusted fuel lines, which then broke. This 'hidden recall' was not covered at the dealership and I had to get gm involved on a corporate level, and even then, I still had to pay for their mistake! My car was steadily dripping fuel, and aside from emptying the tank there was nothing I could do about this. It is dangerous, and gm knows about it but will not acknowledge the danger in the situation. I have children. What if the car would have caught fire? Then would they have listened?? It is absolutely absurd that they would not warn owners of these vehicles (even the dealership claimed to know many others in my situation exactly) when it is something so dangerous, let alone make them pay for the repair. I am absolutely disgusted.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn ion. The contact stated that a strong fuel odor emitted while starting up the engine. The vehicle was taken to an authorized mechanic for inspection which located fuel leak over the fuel tank due to defective fuel pump. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer advised that the vehicle was not included in recall the federal safety agency campaign number 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 82,000.
The fuel pump cracked. The car could not be driven without gasoline spurting out on the road. There was a partial recall in several states but I was not covered by this. There was also an extended warranty in others that expired this past year. It cost $500 to repair and gm would not offer even partial compensation. The fuel pump was partly made of plastic is inferior and should be recalled everywhere. Thank you.
The saturn ion 2007 that I own is bleeding gas. Fuel lines are rusted near the plastic retain clip. Fuel pump plastic is cracked, fuel tank has rusted in a small but significant spot. Recall #09v419000 is not being adhered to by gm. This is the most unsafe problem I have ever heard of. I live in virgina, very humid state. 100% humidity is common. I should have been notified of the problem since it is recalled. If this has not caused multiple fires and fatalities it would be a miracle. My complaint is the state specifically of the recall leaves lots of people without notification of a very serious problem with those cars.
2007 saturn ion purchased in illinois late october 2013. Moved to north carolina 9/4/2014. As of october 20, 2014 car smelled like gasoline inside and out, as soon as you walked up to the car you could smell the gasoline. The gasoline smell was very strong on the inside as well and was overwhelming and sickening. I looked underneath the vehicle and saw a wet spot on the pavement and then saw gas leaking (dripping) from what I assume is the gas tank. This is a huge concern since the recall on this wasn't a nationwide recall and only affected warm weather states. We have only been in north carolina for a month and a half - missing their warmest time of year. Their theory of warm weather states is not acceptable and they have put my daughter's life in danger!!! I believe a nationwide recall should be issued regarding this defect and compensation to those affected. I will be calling gm asking for a rental while this problem is being fixed. This is the fourth recall on my daughter's car since she has owned it. I honestly feel gm can have this car back and issue a check for the full price that we paid for it in october 2013. What recall will be next??? We do not want this car!!!! Please quit putting people's lives in danger gm!
After filing tank, I noticed a strong gasoline smell in the vehicle then upon driving the car about 25 miles,I stopped to check under vehicle to see if I could find a problem related to the fuel smell. I found a large amount of fuel leaking from underneath the car near the fuel tank and exhaust system. I had to call a tow truck for fear of fire or explosion. I was later notified by the dealer that the problem was not related to the recall notice I received for the fuel pump module being cracked rather it was the seal between the fuel pump and the tank. A simple internet search revealed the many issues with the so called recall of the wrong issue on this model year vehicle. I believe this is a serious safety issue that is being overlooked and covered up with a nonsense recall of an unassociated aspect of the fuel system. The recall advises not to take vehicle to dealership until you notice a smell of gas, fuel leaking or a problem light on the dash...why would one wait until fuel is noticed leaking before taking vehicle in for recall. This is just a plain and simple lack of regard for the safety of the consumer by gm. I hope and pray that no one has become hurt or severely injured by the major lack of good judgment.
There is a strong odor of gasoline both outside and inside the vehicle. This seems to be a result from some sort of flaw in the plastic supply or return port of the modular reservoir assembly located near the fuel tank. Gm has issued a recall in several states under gm recall no. 090226 and the federal safety agency campaign id number 09v419000. As this could potentially cause a fire and is massive safety concern, this should be broadened to all states for this model.
General motors is recalling certain model year 2007, saturn ion vehicles, some of these vehicles have several special coverage issues, however a condition in that the plastic supply, or return port on the fuel pump module may crack, which could cause a fuel leak. This vehicle has been identified as being covered under this particular service policy, as well as other special policies. Gm notified us, and good chevrolet reportedly replace the fuel pump module, as covered by gm. From december 10th of 2013 to present - we are still dealing with aspects stemming from this recall issue; per our many calls to gm, as well as visits to good chevrolet about the fuel smell and vehicle's performance good chevrolet and gm's have been questionable in their response to our very serious concerns. Courtesy tire, our regular maintenance center, discovered that good chevrolet damaged the fuel vent when replacing the fuel pump module, which compounds the original issue for the special policy. Ever since their negligent servicing of the vehicle gm and good have been denying any wrong doing. We filed a complain with the washington state attorney generals office and now am filing this complain due to the dangers associated with the fuel issue.
2007 saturn ion. Consumer writes in regards to faulty ignition switch recall issues. *smd the consumer stated after the recall was performed, he noticed the remote no longer worked, which worked prior. The next problem, was the key being difficult to remove from the ignition and sometimes it was difficult to insert the key into the ignition. Occasionally, the vehicle would not shut off. The consumer would have to turn the key to off and then on, which would require several attempts, to get the vehicle to turn off. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, whey the shaved the keys and said that should fix the problem. As for the remote, the dealer couldn't reprogram it, and they suggested, just buying a new one. The consumer soon discovered, the problem remained the same. Also, the fuel pump had to replaced. The pump was built with plastic fuel lines molded into the top of the pump. At about 70,000, the plastic lines cracked at the top of the pump, probably due to vibration. The problem could have been avoided, by using steel lines connected to the pump, or coming off the pump with a short section of the hose. The fracture leak was small at first, but smell gas was present, but a leak could not be found, until the pressure line cracked at the point it made a puddle under the vehicle. The pump was replaced at a cost of $ 600. However, the new pump was built exactly like the failed pump.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn ion. While the vehicle was parked, the contact smelled a strong fuel odor inside and outside the vehicle and noticed fuel on the ground. The contact was a certified mechanic and diagnosed the vehicle himself. The contact stated that the fuel feed line and evap connector needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 111,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn ion. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start and there was a strong odor of fuel present. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the fuel pump was fractured and needed to be repaired. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline) and the federal safety agency campaign number: 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 60,000.
I own a 2007 saturn ion 3 quad coupe 2.4l. I am currently experiencing what I feel is exactly described in recall id: 66615 (gm's campaign # is 12190...this recall is an expansion of 09v419). My exact vehicle is singled out in this recall. The only thing is that my car was not bought in nor registered in one of the qualifying states. However, due to my service to this country...being stationed in california, the car was in the state of california. For nearly 2 years. I imagine the states singled out were singled out because of the heat in those locales and the propensity of plastic to dry rot. As you can see from the recall description, the plastic fuel pump is susceptible to cracking/leaking. As a member of the marine corps from 2006-2010, I was not required to register my vehicle with the state of california. The car was bought in iowa...where I now currently reside. I would appreciate some consideration to be included and covered under this recall. I am experiencing a very steady gas leak from the vicinity of the gas tank. My car has lost much responsiveness, is difficult to start, and is now inoperable because the leak has gotten far worse. Please feel free to call or email me for any mores, at which time I should also be able to provide you with the VIN. Thanks in advance!!
Noticed fuel smell found puddle/leak in front of driver rear tire (part of fuel module lines0 checked for recall on gm site(none found fuel line). Came here to research found bulletin 12191 special coverage took to gm and they are refusing to replace under this special coverage saying only the module itself would be covered if it were a problem. There are many many more out there having same issue and being told the same and a very small few dealers are fixing (probably the ones with a conscience. They want me to pay for a factory defect to the tune of $1300 for a covered issue.(supposedly)I really feel others and myself are getting shady action on the part of gm honoring there now owned problem . Please help. They are also fixing ign module however long that may be. Thank you and please help (ps) currently in illinois however car registered in florida (in illinois 2 mo).
Started smelling gasoline around the car. Upon inspection found that the gas tank was leaking at the seam where the filler tube goes into the tank. The leak was not just at one point but practically all the way around. The gas was literally streaming out. I took it to the dealership and all they said was that it was not covered under any recall and unless the fuel pump itself is leaking they would charge me $120 diagnosis fee. I patched it and got it down to a seep. About 2 months later the fuel pump started leaking. I took it to a different dealer and they said they would replace the pump but I had to pay for the fuel tank ($831). Labor would be free since the tank is off anyway. My complaint is that the fuel tank should never start leaking. It was leaking far more than the pump and in my opinion was far more dangerous. Even at very low levels it would leak a considerable amount, especially if parked on a upward incline.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn ion. The contact stated that fuel fumes were emitted around the vehicle. After inspecting the vehicle, the contact was unable to locate a leak. The problem recurred several times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was unavailable. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 74,000.
I don't know what caused it, but I recently started noticing a strong fuel odor around my car within the last month. I crawled underneath the car to check for leaks and determined that the fuel tank has cracked at the seam where the plastic spout was mated/molded to the main part of the plastic fuel tank on the rear side of the tank. Fuel currently leaks from the crack when the tank is approximately more than 3/4 full; especially when accelerating and fuel is forced to the back of the tank. The only replacement part (currently part number 20870462, which replaced the old part number of 25947829) is available from a gm dealership and the retail price is $695.
The portion of the fuel lines near the fuel pump, which is hidden by a flexible cover underneath car, was discovered to be severely rusted nearly to the point of leaking, requiring fuel line replacement. In contrast, the portion of the fuel lines exposed underneath car was still in pristine condition. (car has been garaged at night since delivery.) although gm has issued a recall for fuel pump leaks, the problem often is instead the fuel line has rusted through and is leaking. This problem would not be expected, and thus appears to be due to a saturn design or manufacturing defect. Because of the prevalence and significant safety issue, the service manager expects gm will eventually issue a recall for the fuel line problem. Because the portion of the fuel line subject to severe rusting is hidden behind the flexible cover underneath the car and not the exposed section, it is likely to be noticed only after leaking occurs, resulting in a fire hazard. A recall appears desirable to inspect particularly the hidden portion of the fuel lines near the fuel pump and replace them if needed. Although a manufacturer must provide a remedy to safety-related defect a no cost to the owner, in this instance gm refuses to pay for the fuel line replacement unless the federal safety agency compels them to issue a recall.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 saturn ion. The contact stated while driving over a bump approximately 30 MPH, a strong odor of gasoline emitted inside of the vehicle. The failure occurred sporadically. There was a recall related to the failure under the federal safety agency campaign id number 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was ineligible under the recall due to not originally being registered or currently sold in one of the states mentioned in the recall. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 42,000.
Fuel pump cracked; difficulty steering; ignition switch failed.
Fuel lines have rotted and breached causing fuel to leak. This leak location is on the rear drivers side of the vehicle, approximately 3 inches from the exhaust system , a critical safety issue. This fuel line failure has been documented by the bradshaw automotive service dept. (864‑879‑3536), a gm factory dealership. Bradshaw automotive has confirmed that there is nothing which I or any other owner or operator of this vehicle either did or failed to do which would cause or contribute to this catastrophic fuel line failure. It is also confirmed that this fuel line damage was not caused by an accident or any other type trauma to the vehicle or the fuel system. This vehicle has no history of accident damage verified as per carfax I am the owner of this vehicle and our son has been the most recent operator of this vehicle for appox the last 6 months. I purchased this vehicle in 2013. I have requested full assistance from gm to remedy this apparent design flaw and / or manufacturing defect. The cost quoted to me for repair by bradshaw (gm authorized) is appox $600. I contacted gm (866‑790‑5600) . The case number assigned by gm is # [xxx]. I have spoken to tier 2 district specialists jenny (ext 11619) and sarah (ext 21577). Gm has decided as of june 13, 2014 to refuse assistance stating the basic warranty is expired and refuses to put their position in writing. The unsafe vehicle is presently sitting in the bradshaw automotive facility lot in greer sc near our home. Please help ! Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
Cracked fuel pump housing.
Car suddenly stops on hill. Meter in car says car is 3/4 full with gas. So the car was not out of gas. Car must have something wrong with the fuel ignition or something for it to stop. Went and put gas in car to just to make sure , and as soon as I did the car started. It makes no sense for the gas gauge to read it has gas and the car stops. Also when car is parked fuel is on the ground leaking. Not sure what is going on but according to a safety recall in 2012 I think that is the problem with my ion also.
My 2007 saturn ion is leaking gas. I called the gm (800) number and was told my fuel system had a recall. When I left my vehicle with the gm dealership they called after a few hours stating they replaced the fuel system and I was good to go. A few days later my car smelled like gas again, so I took it back. The manager called me stating, "my fuel tank was cracked". I picked up my vehicle and left. If my fuel tank was cracked they would have related that information the first time. I honestly believe this is a gm issue, because I googled this problem and a lot of consumers with my model car have the same issue.
I have had trouble with this ignition for years, having to jiggle it to start the car, a key tip broke off from trying to turn it. I also was never contacted about fuel line recall that I had to have repaired and paid for. My engine has also lost power and the engine light has been on for years and they don't know why? I don't feel safe even driving this piece of junk to the dealer.
Noticed fuel leakage while parked in front of home. Immediately took auto to repair shop for check after checking gm website noticed recalls for fuel leakage in several states, va not included. Mechanic said fuel tank was leaking and cracked resulting of removal of tank and fuel pump sending unit replaced at a cost of $609.51.
I heard on tv that gm had recalled the ion because of deaths associated with fires from leaking fuel modules and failing ignition switches. So, I called gm and was told that they will only fix the the ignition if it fails and the fuel module when you can show it is leaking. It seems like if they have a problem with their parts they should try to fix them prior to stalling on the freeway or having the vehicle burst into flames from leaking fuel. Am I off base here?
Top of fuel pump cracked and leaked gas fumes in car. Gas leaked out of car as it was driven. Faulty fuel pump problem that was recalled in a few other states. Family member has smelling problem due to past surgery and could not realize gasoline leaking from the car. Mechanic stated that fuel pump should never have cracked in this area and could have resulted in a much worse scenario.
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