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2001 Chevrolet Venture. Consumer writes in regards to a fuel leak in vehicle. The consumer stated upon arriving home, after filling up the gas tank, there was a strong odor of gas. Upon further inspection, he found gas leaking from the bottom of the vehicle on the rear driver's side wheel, where the gas tank was located. After checking the fuel cap, it was determined the leak was actually coming from the gas tank. The vehicle was towed to the dealership, where the his findings were confirmed. While seeking a replacement gas tank online, the consumer discovered a recall was issued by GM, regarding the issue. However, GM informed the consumer due to the high mileage on the vehicle, the vehicle did not qualify for the recall.
While traveling on highway there is a noise coming from underneath the vehicle. When backing up there is a noise, and vehicle will jerk. Dealership is aware of problem. The dealership came to the conclusion that it is gas sloshing in the gas tank due to no baffles in the gas tank. They informed consumer that this is a design problem and there is nothing that can be done about it.
- Davison, MI, USA
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