Massive fuel leak in original fuel lines. due to heat tape insulation wrapped around the fuel lines running from the fuel filter. the insulation is there because the fuel lines run along the exhaust pipe. due to the insulation water, ice, salt, and sand are trapped inside and corroded the lines. upon looking into cobalt specific forums, this is an extremely common issue.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact stated that the vehicle fuel line failed and was leaking out fuel. the vehicle was taken to elco chevrolet dealer, (15110 manchester rd, ballwin, mo 63011, (636) 232-0007) where the fuel tank was ordered for the repaired. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provided a case number: 9-5748420141. the failure mileage was approximately 176,000.
Car leaks gas towards rear from under rear seats. it leaks after sitting for awhile, forms a puddle, and will be hard starting.
There is an observed leak on driver side, in front of the rear tire. smell of gas is prominent when parked. gas is dripping from fuel lines attached to frame.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while walking past the vehicle, the contact smelled a fuel odor. he noticed there was a leak underneath the vehicle and the check engine warning indicator was illuminated. the vehicle was taken to greg bell chevrolet cadillac (1313 us-223, adrian, mi 49221, (877) 265-7156) where it was diagnosed that the fuel lines were defective. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 94,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while parking the vehicle, the contact smelled the odor of fuel. the contact stated that the vehicle was consuming more fuel than normal. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the dealer and manufacturer were not notified. the failure mileage was 126,000. the vin was invalid.
This car has a recall already in regards to fuel leakage but only for vehicles in certain states. my car leaks fuel and this is not the first time i have had to correct an issue with the fuel, as within the past two years i had to replace the fuel line for the same issue. this recall should be for all cobalts as i have the same issue as those in arc, az, etc. i have lived and had my vehicle registered in tx as well. this issue makes it where the car leaks gas onto the pavement when stationary or come to a stop. the car runs hard due to leaking fuel and afraid it will run out of gas.
Fuel is leaking. the check engine light is on and may have a bad evap cannister valve according to a diagnostic check.
Leaking fuel and is a safety hazard due to this could cause a fire and is a common issue.
Fuel pump leaking
I was driving home from work and my car all of a sudden cut off, i couldn't accelerate the strearing wheel got stiff and it just so happen i was able to pull over and not crash my car or even hurt myself..
A fuel leak developed and fuel is dripping along the fuel lines under the driver's side of the vehicle.
Oem fuel lines are extremely prone to rusting and rotting out. have done research online and this is a very fast problem that had a recall done on previous years (recall/warrenty extension reference #12191) during normal driving conditions the fuel line can vibrate and rust through causing a fuel line leak/rupture.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact's daughter smelled fuel inside the vehicle. the contact stated that his daughter filled the fuel tank with fuel and, within fifteen minutes, the fuel leaked out from the fuel tank. the contact stated that the vehicle exhibited the same symptoms as listed in nhtsa campaign number: 09v419000 (fuel system, gasoline). the vehicle was not taken to a dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
My fuel line began leaking profusely. i am losing quite a bit of gasoline and i am concerned that it may catch fire and kill me. i see that certain 2007 cobalts were recalled over this issue and am wondering why mine wasn't. the leak occurs continuously while the vehicle is running, whether i am stationary or in motion.