2002 Saturn LS fuel system problems

Filed Feb 15, 2018 · Body, Brakes · 117,000 miles · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 saturn ls. While pumping fuel into the fuel tank, the contact noticed that fuel was leaking out of the tank. Upon further inspection, the contact noticed that the leakage seemed to come from the tube, but was not completely sure. The contact also noticed that the brake lines were rusted. The contact researched the failure online. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The contact also stated that the service engine indicator was illuminated. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 117,000.

Filed Aug 11, 2017 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 144,400 miles · TN · fire · 1 injury

Fuel and computer fuse underhood 10amp blowing upon inserted

Filed Dec 4, 2015 · Electrical, Fuel system · 77,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 saturn l300. The contact stated that there was an abnormal odor coming from the vehicle. The maintenance and the check engine warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the evaporative emission control system had a leak. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 03v231000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 77,000. ...updated 07/05/16 *bf the fuel pump was replaced. Updated 07/15/16

Filed Oct 25, 2015 · Fuel system · 220,000 miles · NC

This vehicle is leaking fuel from the top of the fuel tank when the car is running. There is a recall for the saturn vue for the same problem. There should be a recall for all saturns having the same issue. Https://youtu.be/fjhvmoi4358

Filed Jul 17, 2015 · Fuel system · 80,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 saturn ls. The contact stated that there was a fuel odor coming from the vehicle. The contact discovered that fuel was leaking from the fuel tank. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump fractured. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000. Updated 09/25/15*lj updated 11/28/2017

Filed Jan 22, 2014 · Fuel system · 80,800 miles · CA

Vehicle: 2002 saturn l100 with 80,800 miles. Date: december 2013 to january 2014 problem: for at least a month I started smelling gasoline fumes coming from underneath the rear and side areas of vehicle after having driven it and stopping and shutting off engine. After inspecting underneath vehicle, no signs of leaking fuel appeared. After doing some research on the cars' fuel system, I suspected the leak was occurring on top of the fuel tank around fuel pump or fuel lines. Solution: took the vehicle in to a mechanic to have fuel tank removed to find problem of leaking fuel. After it was removed, the problem was found. The fuel pump nipple return line was cracked and broken resulting in leaking fuel down onto the top of the tank, causing the resulting fuel smell. Total cost to replace fuel pump and labor was $511.64. This is a serious safety issue that could have resulted in an accident or injury due to a fire or other potential issues. General motors should issue a recall or reimburse affected owners.

Filed Feb 1, 2013 · Fuel system · 78,000 miles · IL

I noticed a very strong smell of gasoline and took my 2002 saturn vehicle to mechanic who informed me that the fuel pump was likely the issue. Without dropping the tank he was not 100% sure. Repair was made to a nipple near the fuel tank to see if that was the problem. The smell went away for approximately 3 months and at that time returned. I returned the vehicle to the mechanic and he dropped the fuel tank to confirm the fuel pump was damaged. Repair was made at a significant cost to owner. (fyi - in 2010, 2 days after repairing the fuel pump, the transmission failed. It was repaired, and approximately 2 weeks after the transmission repair the body control module (bcm) failed and was repaired. Now, in 2013 my timing belt has broken and I was informed my engine is garbage. I am currently fighting with gm as there was a recall issued for timing belts on saturn l200's, but they 'claim' my VIN is not a part of that recall.)

Filed Jan 7, 2013 · Fuel system · NV

2002 saturn l200. Consumer writes in regards to a strong fuel smell in vehicle. *tgw according to the service invoice, the dealer found the supply line at the front of the fuel filter leaking fuel. The filter and supply line were replaced. However, later that evening, the consumer continued to smell the same strong odor of gas. The consumer returned to the dealer the next day and was informed that further repair was needed and it would require an additional cost of $ 900. The technician dropped the fuel tank and found fuel around the fuel pump and fuel was coming out of the pores of the plastic at the top pump. The fuel pump was replaced.

Filed Nov 1, 2012 · Brakes, Fuel system · 168,000 miles · MD · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 saturn l100. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated as engine power began to reduce independently. The contact merged to the shoulder, shut off and then restarted the vehicle. The contact then saw smoke coming from the front of the vehicle. The manufacturer was contact and advised that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that the brakes, fuel filter and fuel line would have to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 168,000 and the current mileage was 168,000.

Filed Oct 26, 2012 · Fuel system · 153,000 miles · NC

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 saturn l200. The contact stated that while driving fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. The contact looked online and notice many complaints regarding a fuel pump gas leak. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a diagnostic test. The test results did show a defective fuel pump that was causing a leak. The mechanic replaced the fuel pump. The contact did not call the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 153,000.