2002 Saturn LS: fuel leak

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 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 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 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.

Filed Oct 9, 2012 · Fuel system · 105,688 miles · IL

Fuel pump leaking fuel from cracked return fitting on module. Gm has already recalled a few models for this problem but only in warmer climates. We had temps in excess of 100 in illinois this year; however my car and state were not on the recall list. I believe the recall should be expanded due to the potential for a fire from gas leaking onto the exhaust.

Filed Oct 2, 2012 · Fuel system · 138,000 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 saturn l100. The contact stated that the vehicle emitted a strong fuel odor and leaked fuel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who inspected the vehicle and stated the fuel pump was cracked due to defective plastic causing fuel to leak. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired the fuel pump was replaced. The approximate failure and current mileage was 138,000.

Filed Dec 21, 2010 · Fuel system · 116,000 miles · CA

Fuel leaking from the top of gas tank.

Filed Oct 16, 2010 · Fuel system · 50,000 miles · TX

There is a strong fuel odor in the cabin of the vehicle and fuel dripping underneath.

Filed Sep 21, 2010 · Fuel system · 74,000 miles · OH

I own a 2002 saturn l200 with about 74,000 miles. My wife noticed a faint gas smell coming from the rear of the car. A visual inspection by my mechanic didn't show much. However within a few days the leak had gotten much worse so that gas could be seen leaking from the top of the tank. I hate to think what would of happened if my wife and children were in the car and the gas leaked a few more inches toward the muffler. On september 14, 2010 I had the fuel pump module (part 22710031) replaced at a cost of $655.87. I see other saturn owners have had the same dangerous problem. Why has this not be recalled? Last year the timing chain broke and wrecked the engine. Also a common, but as of yet, not recalled problem. At least that wouldn't have set the car on fire.

Filed Feb 17, 2009 · Fuel system · 91,910 miles · FL

2002 saturn l200 leaking gas due to faulty fuel pump. There have been several reported incidents and I can imagine the number of owners that did not complain. Saturn has been aware of the problem and it continued on to the 2003 models. Saturn said your organizations is the only authority to issue recalls. How many complaints does it take for a recall to be mandated, or does it take a fatality for this to occur.