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The contact owns 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. While driving at various speeds, the contact smelled a strong odor of fuel inside and outside of the of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they diagnosed that the fuel pump module exhibited a crack. There was a recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 09V419000 (fuel system, gasoline: Delivery: Fuel pump). The vehicle was not included in the recall defect due to the vehicle not being originally sold in or currently registered in the required states mentioned in the recall. The vehicle was not being driven. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 38,000.
My 2007 Chevy Cobalt has a leak in the gas tank, which is coming from the fuel pump. There was a recall on 2006 and 2007 but since my car was purchased in Florida 2007 I am not covered.this is a hazardous car and can catch on fire. When the car is on a flat surface it leaks like a faucet. When in a angle it does not leak because of the position of the fuel pump. I call GM and they said since my car was purchased in Florida 2007 I was not covered. That is not my fault. They also stated since I had high miles they probably could not do nothing anyway. I am still paying for this car, and this repair is going to be expensive. They should be held liable for their defected cars they send out. They are lucky that when me and my daughter was driving in it did not blow up, this would have cost them more money than just to repair it. For this very reason, that is why americans buy foreign cars due to reliability. Its sad. I am a loyal customer to GM and I only buy their cars, but if I am considered a loyal customer, then where is their loyalty to me. Signed very disappointed GM loyal customer!
Smell gasoline coming from the rear of the vehicle. Looked under rear of vehicle and can see gas dripping from the top of the gas tanks fuel module. Recall only covers certain vehicles with the same problem! fumes could ignite anytime. Dealeship will not repair on recall due to VIN not falling between the numbers.
While driving 07 Chevrolet Cobalt on highway in Nevada when smoke emitted filling the vehicle, rolled down windows to see and pulled over 2 lanes to get off the highway and just got out of the vehicle as it was engulfed in flames. Tires popped then vehicle exploded.
- Henrietta, NY, USA
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I own a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (VIN number [xxx]) which was purchased and licensed in the state of Texas. There is a current recall for some 2007 Chevy Cobalts (NHTSA campaign id number: 09V419000). The dealer I contacted indicated that my auto was not part of the recall and I never received a recall notice. However, my car is experiencing the same symptions as cars that have been recalled for this issue. The symptions are: (1) gas small (2) noticable reduction in fuel mileage (from 27 mpg to 18 mpg) (3) difficult starting I believe my car should have been included in this recall as well. Is there any way to address this issue? information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
I currently own a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt lt. On July 19, my husband and I noticed a strong smell of gasoline inside the vehicle. A week later, our car was in the shop for repairs (not relating to the gasoline odor), and I was informed that the fuel pump modular assembly was cracked, and leaking gasoline. The mechanic informed me that it could catch fire if it was not replaced. The warranty on the fuel pump had expired two months previous, and was on recall, but not in the state we reside in. It had to be replaced immediately, and the cost came out of pocket.
2007 Chevy Cobalt smell strong gas smell. Poor starting. Found out there was a recall issued on fuel pumps but only issued in certain states. Car is registered in Missouri which is not on list but was originally purchased in Georgia which is on list. VIN number falls within range listed on this web site on document 2410373 listed on this site by GM director scott lawson. Contacted Chevy and they acted like they never heard of such a problem. No help or concern about situation. This is dangerous, many incidents out there like this on this year of vehicle.
2007 Chevrolet Cobalt VIN# [xxx]. fuel leak coming from fuel pump module. Existing recall for same problem, that GM says does not apply to this vehicle. Car is currently registered in South Carolina, was previously registered in Alabama, and New Mexico. Information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
My 2007 Chevy Cobalt had a strong smell of gas and I found a puddle of gas underneath the car. I took this car to a Chevrolet dealer and the mechanic said that the fuel pump module assembly failed. I really think this should be checked for a recall. I'm finding lots of complaints on the internet as this is extremely dangerous.
There is a strong smell of gas in the car when I start the care remotely. This is not the first time that I noticed this. It happened in 2007 when I first bought the car. I reported it to the dealer whose response was that they could not duplicate the incident.
In late March, I started noticing the smell of gas when I would get in the car to go somewhere. I just thought this was from gas being spilled when removing the gas nozzle after filling the tank. On April 3rd, the smell got extremely strong and I had to keep the windows down in order to drive the car. On Monday April 5th, I took the car to my mechanic to investigate the source of the smell. The mechanic called me back around mid-day to inform me the fuel pump line had broken off at the top the fuel pump assembly, where the piece should not have broken. The mechanic also informed me, there was gas all over the place once the tank was removed. He quoted: "it's a wonder the car did not explode" I have since contacted GM via the 800 #, being there is a recall for this problem. I've read the recall information, it is based on state located in hot climates area for now, but this problem is happening in other states not listed in the letter.
Information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) loss of warning chimes due to defective drivers door speaker (2007 Cobalt and & 2007 GMC canyon). I am current awaiting repair under the 2nd recall for our Cobalt VIN [xxx](gas leak & loss of steering defects not yet repaired). The letter received from GM warning of the steering defect stated a warning chime would sound and a message on the drivers info cntr would appear. Problem is, the speaker where the warning sounds come from is intermittent. In fact, I cannot tell if I have the blinkers on without looking at the dashboard; something that's not always safe to do. Even though this started shortly after the warranty expired; I asked the dealer to repair it because I considered it unsafe. If a car manufacturer is going to change the role of a speaker from merely producing sound for radio use to sounding safety warning chimes then the speaker ought to have an extended warranty. I am approaching my middle 50's and do not abuse the sound system in the car. In my opinion; this failing speaker is a definite safety issue. In fact, our 2007 GMC canyon is experiencing the same issue. I've recently noticed the drivers door speaker is starting to distort and realized after the Cobalts speaker failed the canyon drivers door speaker also emits warning chimes. As I stated above, if the role of a speaker is to sound warning chimes, then it becomes a possible safety issue when it fails. [xxx]
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact had the vehicle repaired for recall #09226 to replace the fuel pump module parts#19168894W-module-ki. After the repair was performed the fuel pump, gauge and alarm are showing below red and low fuel level. When fuel was added, the gauge did not move. The dealer was contacted and was advised of the failure. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle again and recommended that the contact only use chevron fuel. After receiving the vehicle back, the vehicle continued to incorrectly show a low fuel level. The manufacturer and service manager were called numerous times but had not returned the calls made by the contact. The failure mileage was 56,143.
We own 2007 Cobalt our daughter drives. She started complaining in Sep '09 of a gas smell but we really didn't pay her any mind. Then, about 6 wks. Ago when she had to drive me to an appt. I could really smell the gas fumes. It made me sick. I called huffines Chevrolet lewisville, tx (where we got the car) & was told her VIN # didn't have a recall. He didn't do anything else. Then, I called a dealer in frisco, tx where my daughter lives. The mechanic dept. Looked up her VIN & said "no recall for that VIN # but you have extended warranty we can fix it." So, at no charge it was taken care of. Then, a few weeks later I get a recall for the mra to be replaced as it can be dangerous"! letter states that if there is a crack, fuel can leak & there could be a fire?! besides the recall you have just issued for the power steering "why don't you make sure recalls are sent out in a timely manner for mra parts in Cobalt's as well especially as dangerous as it can be!!! I was told that her VIN# fell through the cracks in your system & that's why our car VIN # didn't get a recall" anything to do with a leak in the fuel area is a very hazardous issue. Our daughter was inhaling gas fumes for months!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! hopefully there is not any lung or brain damage.
Dealership and manufacturer will not honor NHTSA campaign id number : 09V419000 - recall on 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt - GM recall no. 090226 this is my daughter's vehicle. Received a notice from GM last week advising of safety issue and pending recall. Appointment scheduled with dealership for 3/1/10 and vehicle taken to dealership at 9am est. After 2 hours, dealer inspected vehicle, found no problem, and advised my daughter she would incur a charge of $250 if fuel tank was dropped and no problem found. Called GM, who advised vehicle was not subject to any recalls, even though I referred them to the recall post on NHTSA site. GM advised to keep driving the vehicle until the "fuel smell" became worse, as the dealership could not duplicate the problem or find any evidence of fuel leakage. GM case number assigned. Picked up daughter and left vehicle at dealership. Contacted NHTSA via phone re: Recall interpretation. Contacted GM again, who finally acknowledged vehicle was subject to recall but couldn't authorize repair specified in recall without approval at GM district level. Advised GM that the recall notice did not say "inspect and replace as necessary" but did say "replace fuel pump system. The car has been recalled and specific action requires "dealers will replace the fuel pump module free of charge" was specified. GM will not perform the required action without approval at the district level and advises they will respond within 24 business hours. Vehicle remains at dealership.
My stepbrother had two Chevy Cobalts. The first one he wrecked on a country road where he skidded on gravel, his car burst into flames. Fortunately, he was able to get out of the car. He replaced it with another Cobalt. In January 2009 he had another wreck, single car. His car hit a pole and immediately broke out in flames. Unfortunately for my family he was not able to get out, he couldn't get his seat belt undone and the flames were melting the interior causing caustic flames. The policeman broke out the back window to get him out and the policeman was hospitalized from smoke inhalation my brother didn't make it, he died. I believe this should be checked out. I wrote to Chevrolet with no response.
I received a safety recall notice and I called mission Chevrolet in el paso tx to schedule and appointment as per the recall notice, I spoke to a representative in the service department and he told me that I could not schedule an appointment since he did not anticipate having parts available because he was only receiving 15 parts and they would be used for first come first serve customers. I work full time and am a distance away from the dealership so I have to have an appointment and according to him the recall check would require my leaving car for the day. All of which is quite different to what was described on the recall notice of a 15 minute check and an hour and a half replacement time if necessary. So now I am at a disadvantage if I can not take care of this issue and could be jeopardizing my safety.
Power steering failure, power steering locks up and power steering flashes on communication system after hearing 3 dings. Also smell gas in car smell is very heavy at times, this is a 2007 Chevy Cobalt and car is not under warranty.
2007 Chevrolet Cobalt with 68000 miles on it has fuel leaking from top of tank. Mechanic and parts house say this is very common for this vehicle. This seems to be a real safety issue that I and others believe should warrant a recall.
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