Saturn Vue fuel leak problems

Filed Feb 26, 2025 · Fuel system, Transmission · 110,000 miles · FL · fire

The contact purchased a 2003 Saturn Vue. The contact stated that two days after purchasing the used vehicle, the vehicle was taken to AutoZone, where it was diagnosed with transmission failure. The contact stated while driving 45-50 MPH, the contact noticed smoke coming from underneath the hood and from the gas tank location. A service warning light was illuminated. The contact stated while pulling to the side of the road, a bystander alerted the contact that there was a fuel leak. The contact and the other passengers of the vehicle immediately exited the vehicle. The contact stated that the fire started at the gas tank location and extended to the front of the vehicle. The fire was extinguished by the fire department. The contact stated that the vehicle was significantly burned. The contact could not confirm that a fire department report was filed. There was no property damage. Neither the contact nor the other passengers of the vehicle sustained injuries. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot by the registered owner. The contact could not confirm whether the vehicle was totaled. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

Filed Apr 5, 2017 · Fuel system · AL

I own a saturn vue 2003 and topped the tank with gas only to witness a fuel odor and a leak under the tank area. The day before yesterday monday the 3rd of april I visited dewey barber in gardendale alabama after research and inquired about special coverage 12191, fuel odor and ground spotting. I further explained to them that when I accelerate there's a hesitation as if the flow of gas is altered. They looked up my VIN and discovered a recall of the key ignition cylinder and ordered the switch and key which would be in at 7:30am tuesday. They wrote it up on a form and passed it on. 2-hours later they said the special coverage 12191 wasn't for my car and that it didn't appear under my VIN. They also concluded that my key was so worn that a copy couldn't be made, another key is ordered from the manufacturer. So I was told to call back wednesday to see if the keys arrived. Who do I get to fix these problems concerning the fuel odor from the gas leak????? There is a disturbance of fuel flow to the engine that needs to be repaired!!!!!!!

Filed Dec 3, 2014 · Fuel system · 73,000 miles · MS

Detected strong odor of gas around rear of car. Two different mechanics had the car on a lift and could not discover source of gasoline smell. Two or three thousand miles later, we took the car to a third mechanic and, using an inspection camera, he immediately found that the primary fuel pump had a cracked fuel fitting. The mechanic advised how dangerous this leak could be as it was directly over the exhaust. This is my wife's car and she had been using it to commute 400 miles round trip to help with our newest grandchild. Cost to repair is over $400.00. This is not a hazard unique to our vehicle; refer to saturn vue fuel leak at www.saturnfans.com. Considering contacting a lawyer due to the serious nature of this common hazard that has not been addressed by gm.

Filed Sep 30, 2014 · Electrical, Fuel system · 80,800 miles · NV

I have two major complaints with the vehicle. The key can be removed from the ignition while in the "on" position and is hard to start. Gm has claimed this vehicle is not covered under the ignition recall the second complaint, the vehicle leaks fuel from above the tank which seems to be typical to saturn vues.

Filed Jun 27, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 50,000 miles · OK

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 saturn vue. The contact stated that there was a strong gasoline fuel odor coming from inside and outside of the vehicle. The contact mentioned that there was fuel leaking and that the fuel gauge failed to read the accurate fuel levels. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle stalled and the service engine warning light would illuminate intermittently. In addition, the contact stated that the key could be removed while in the ignition switch. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.

Filed Apr 6, 2014 · Fuel system · 165,000 miles · IN

Fuel lines are rusted out and leaking gas only at the retaining clips under the rear doors. The lines are not rusted in any other area.

Filed Oct 3, 2013 · Fuel system · 62,500 miles · LA

Bought 2007 saturn vue 2.2l 4-cyl with 62,500 miles. Noticed raw gas smell most strong near the right rear tail light lens. Twice mechanics have checked for fuel leaks with no results and no real diagnosis. There are no malfunction codes or warning lamps illuminated. Worried about a fire hazard.

Filed Oct 26, 2012 · Fuel system · 90,000 miles · TX

Noticed a fuel leak around tank filler area. Replaced fuel cap but did not help. Noticeable fuel odor. Vehicle is hard to start when sitting for an extended period (longer than 6 hours). Mechanic determined that leak was around fuel pump. Was informed of recall involving other similar 2007 gm vehicles, but not the saturn vue, although the vue has same type of fuel pump. Vehicles currently involved in the recall include the saturn ion, chevrolet equinox, and pontiac torrent.

Filed Oct 8, 2012 · Fuel system · 53,512 miles · CA

Strong gasoline vapor smell, dealer found fuel leak at fuel module molded hose. Removed and replaced defective fuel module # 1 - 15904477 w- pump kit charged $ 903.79 gm on 9/30/2012 admits problem occurs in warm weather areas, admits saturn's have problem, but not vue's. Dealer claims otherwise? Gm refuses to reimbursement?

Filed Oct 18, 2011 · Acceleration, Electrical · 40,000 miles · NY · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 saturn vue. The contact stated that there were multiple failures within the vehicle. The vehicle was hesitant to accelerate accompanied with a loud, humming noise. The horn sensor was melted, causing the horn to malfunction and sound continuously. The fuel tank was also fractured, causing a fuel leak and fumes to fill the vehicle cabin. The muffler was abnormally loud and the steering wheel would seize without warning and most frequently when attempting a left turn. In addition, the timing chain failed. The hazard light activation button also fractured therefore; the contact was unable to utilize the hazard lights. The dealer and manufacturer were contacted in regards to all of the failures experienced in the vehicle but neither provided any assistance to the contact. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 40,000 and the current mileage was 64,000.