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.
The vehicle is leaking fuel from the gas link that connects to the gas tank. this has been an on and office issue. this when the vehicle is both on a office. i can go from having a half of tank to nearly empty the same day. the fumes are so strong i can not part the vehicle in my garage.
Gas smell is awful an gas leaking on the passenger side at the tank! needs to be recalled asap! many having the same problem
My car dies unexpectedly when coming to a full stop at traffic lights and stop signs.
Fuel pump leaking gas while driving and stationary
Got out of car and smelled strong gas oder. car is in daughters name and mine, i put inside my garage and seen immediate pile of gas dripping. felt like rusted out fuel lines running from filter up towards tank. vehicle leaks steady when stationary after shutting off
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while the vehicle was parked, it leaked fuel. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was noticed that the plastic connection over the fuel pump was cracked and needed to be replaced. the failure caused a fuel leak. the vehicle was not repaired. the vehicle was not taken to a dealer. the manufacturer informed the contact that the vin was not included in a recall and referred him to nhtsa. the approximate failure mileage was 120,000.
Strong gas smell coming from underneath the vehicle and possible loss of fuel
The car smells like gas. when trying to start it h3sitates. once started the smell of gasoline is overwhelming. i looked under the car and small drops of gas dropped. turned off car and it stopped. when i went to drive we didn't see or smell anything. then two days later the car was pouring out the gas from what looked like a clamp. the problem is this is a major issue! when we googled the issue hundreds of people have same issue!! one recall said cars with this leakage that was registered in certain states were covered yet our vin wasn't . not only a product issue but a design issue. please lookl into this is dangerous. to many people can not afford 1000.00 to fix and are trying fix it in their own. this will cost some people their lives or someone else's. companies should not determine which vins they recall the make year and model.should be fixed 100 percent. nhtsa should regulate this. not com0anies!!
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact entered the vehicle and noticed an abnormal fuel odor coming from the fuel tank. the contact called all new chevrolet of morristown (5320 w andrew johnson hwy, morristown, tn 37814, 423-714-7543), but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the contact disconnected the fuel tank connection because of the odor. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was 62,000.
Fuel lines running from fuel tank to engine have rusted out and began to leak down onto the exaust, this is 1 of 2 of the same vehicle we own that this has happened on within a month leak began while driving
Sudden strong smell of gasoline coming from the engine into the inside of the vehicle. car then acts like it's going to stall and has no power. no visual leaks of gasoline anywhere
Fuel lines running from fuel tank to engine have rusted out and began to leak down onto the exaust, this is 1 of 2 of the same vehicle we own that this has happened on within a month leak began while driving
Strong fuel odor in the passenger area, brake lights and steering wheel lights /buttons failing.
My cobalt is not listed in the fuel pump-fuel line recalls that numerous others are listed in, yet, i've had the same problem! also, the fuel lines are rusting through at the metal clamp sites and leaking gas too! i believe this recall needs extended to cover all vehicles developing this problem!
2 fuel leaks required extensive & expensive work: #1: fuel line rusted completely in areas where clamps attached fuel line to car body along driver's side-front 2 back. #2- plastic 'l'-shaped pieces connecting fuel lines to fuel pump@gas tank developed cracks. both issues caused fuel leaks while engine running creating extreme fire/explosion hazard-especially bcuz gas leaks were difficult to detect while car in motion except for some gas fumes. gas puddles only occur if idling in 1 place - otherwise it was all 'blowback' while moving & had the fuel line not needed replaced the l-pieces cracks may of gone unnoticed until complete failure because fumes & leaks blow away while driving... we are lucky to not have exploded cuz we smoke &/or any spark could've caused a boom!
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact detected an abnormal odor and a puddle of fuel under the vehicle. the dealer was not contacted. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the contact referenced nhtsa campaign number: 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline), but the vin was not included. the failure mileage was approximately 110,000.
The fule line has rusted out and leaking gas. this problem ha happened to my car and ithe same problem has happened to a coworkers car. the same area of the fule line.
Fuel tank started leaking where the male part extends out to connect with tube used for filling.
There is a storng gas smell coming from the car. the check engine light is on and diagnostic shows it has something to do with the fuel system. i can't park in my garage bacause the fumes are so strong.
Fuel line leaking. per mechanic, this should not have rusted.
Fuel leaking at fuel pump dripping onto hot exhaust
On 10/20/2017 i noticed a smell of gas around my car. on sunday we looked under the car and noticed the top part of the tank is wet.
2007 chevy cobalt leaking gasoline on drivers side under rear tire. gas leak very bad. chevy said their was no recall but i understand that the nhtsa was advised. i am going to try to get chevy to pay for this repair.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while the vehicle was stationary and while driving various speeds, a strong odor of fuel entered the cabin of the vehicle. an unknown general motors dealer in o'fallon, illinois was made aware of the issue. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. the failure mileage was 132,000.
Strong smell of gasoline in the vehicle and around it. hesitation in starting vehicle. took to have looked at and was told our fuel pump has a bad leak. did research on line to find out other vin 2007 chev. colbalts also having this problem and most were covered by a recall. however, our is not! our daughter drives this car 2 hrs a day and it is such a fire hazard. how is this not included in the recall. this is a huge safety issue i'm sure you agree. the risk of fire from the gas leak and the large amount of chev cobalts that have had this issue makes no sense you wouldn't cover the repairs. please tell us the way to get this expensive repair taken care of. we insist you cover the defect! thank you in advance and prayers no one is seriously injured with this defect being such a problem for gm.
Fuel leaks/pours out of the bottom of vehicle on the rear drivers side when car is running. slow drip after vehicle is turned off.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. the contact took the vehicle to west kendall toyota in miami, fl for regular oil change and tire rotation service. the contact was informed by the technician that a very bad fuel leak was coming from the fuel tank and needed to be replaced. the technician also informed the contact that there was an open recall for the fuel tank (09226c). the vehicle was not repaired due to the diagnostic fees. the manufacturer was called and informed the contact that the recall was closed and the contact would have to pay out of pocket for the diagnostic and repair fees. the approximate failure mileage was 71,536.
Fuel leak
A strong gas odor was smelled inside the vehicle. when outside, the odor was strong from the rear end of the car. no visible leaks on the ground, but some gas was on the outside of the gaa tank. like many other cobalt owners, my dealer informed me that the fuel pump recall did not match my vehicle. this is a serious, life threatening situation... and its hard to believe i have to go this far to get chevy to fix it.
When i start my car, it smells like gas. a service technician at a chevrolet dealership told me it was the hose. my car is stationery.
I suddenly started smelling gas when driving and parking my car. then i noticed a small puddle under the car on drivers side in front of wheel. the next day it was leaking quite a bit.
Fuel lines rusted near exhaust heat shield on driver's side of car. two visible gas leaks from lines after fuel pump is engaged, and car is parked. no doubt the lines also leak gas while driving. mechanic says moisture builds up in the heat shield and rusts out fuel lines. he says this is a common issue for cobalts hhrs, and saturn ions, but as far as i'm aware, there is no applicable recall or special coverage issued by gm for this fuel line issue.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet cobalt. while driving, the contact smelled a strong fuel odor in the vehicle. upon inspection, the contact noticed that the fuel line in the fuel tank was cracked. there were no warning indicators illuminated. the dealer was not notified. the vehicle was not taken to a dealer or diagnosed. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included in a recall and was advised to contact nhtsa. the approximate failure mileage was 120,000.
Fuel line corroded and leaking from heat shield covering in front of rear axle. car smells like gas and drips on ground. have had fellow motorists stop and say they smell gas when driving behind car.
Fuel line leaking in front of driver's side rear tire.