Driver info center said check gas cap,we replaced it now a smell of gas in car when starting it up. *tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu maxx. the contact stated that fuel was leaking from the top rear of the fuel tank and was emitting a strong odor of gasoline both in and outside of the vehicle. the vehicle was not inspected for the failure or repaired. the failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 102,000.
Fuel tank cracked at seams leaks fuel excessively. contacted dealer in fresno ca they stated their were no recalls on this vehicle. i think their should be because this could be dangerous. *tr
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet malibu maxx. the contact stated there was an overwhelming smell of gasoline from the exterior of the vehicle. the dealer advised the contact that the fuel pump was cracked and would need to be replaced. the dealer also advised that there was a possibility that the failure would recur. the failure and current mileages were 83,089. updated 08/19/10*bf updated 08/23/10*jb