I've had plenty of Chevrolet in the bay over the years, and the fuel-system complaints on these don't surprise me. 2,581 on the NHTSA record across 97 model-year entries (2005–2024) is not a fluke. The 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer leads the list but the pattern shows up across multiple years and models. Not a one-off. 13 fatality reports on file with NHTSA tied to this category on Chevrolet vehicles. That elevates this from nuisance to safety-critical. Average shop fix runs about $1,200 — not catastrophic, but it adds up over time. Across the 1,908 complaints reporting odometer mileage, the median failure lands at about 64,063 miles. Check the fuel pump access cover for prior work. A vehicle on this list that already had a pump replacement is a vehicle to consider — the work is done.
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97 model-year entries · 2005–2024
Chevrolet fuel system problems
2,581 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Chevrolet vehicles for fuel system issues. 14 active recall campaigns. See fuel system across all makes →
Complaints
2,581
Recalls
14
Year-models
97
Avg fix
$1,200
15crashes
33fires
18injuries
13fatalities
Worst-affected Chevrolet model-years for fuel system Top 25 by complaint volume
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer
646 complaints · ~$1,200 critical
2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer
598 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer
250 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
140 complaints · 1 recall · ~$1,200 moderate
2007 Chevrolet Equinox
89 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2007 Chevrolet Malibu
44 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2008 Chevrolet Cobalt
43 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2005 Chevrolet Silverado
42 complaints · 1 recall · ~$1,200 moderate
2006 Chevrolet Malibu
35 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt
34 complaints · 1 recall · ~$1,200 moderate
2005 Chevrolet Malibu
31 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2022 Chevrolet Equinox
25 complaints · 1 recall · ~$1,200 moderate
2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
22 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2021 Chevrolet Tahoe
21 complaints · 1 recall · ~$1,200 moderate
2005 Chevrolet Impala
21 complaints · 1 recall · ~$1,200 severe
2008 Chevrolet Corvette
20 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2007 Chevrolet Corvette
17 complaints · ~$1,200 severe
2005 Chevrolet Tahoe
17 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2009 Chevrolet HHR
16 complaints · ~$1,200 severe
2018 Chevrolet Malibu
15 complaints · 1 recall · ~$1,200 severe
2007 Chevrolet Tahoe
15 complaints · ~$1,200 severe
2005 Chevrolet Equinox
15 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2008 Chevrolet HHR
14 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2005 Chevrolet Cobalt
14 complaints · ~$1,200 moderate
2006 Chevrolet Silverado
12 complaints · ~$1,200 severe
Active recalls — Chevrolet fuel system 12 on file
On certain vehicles, the fuel tank is missing the adhesive layer that bonds the barrier layer to the outer shell of the fuel tank
With this condition, fuel and/or fuel vapors could seep out between the layers, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the serial number on the fuel tank and replace the fuel tank if necessary. The recall began on november 13, 2006. Owners may contact Buick at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, or Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles
A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump, and high pressure fuel pipe, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18188.
General motors is recalling certain model year 2006 Chevrolet cobalt and Saturn ion vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of arizona and nevada; and model year 2007 Chevrolet cobalt, Pontiac g5 and Saturn ion vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of arizona, california, florida, nevada and texas
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module free of charge. A special coverage will be implemented in the same time frame for model year 2006 vehicles registered in alabama, arkansas, california, florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, north carolina, new mexico, oklahoma, south carolina, tennessee and texas and model year 2007 vehicles registered in: alabama, arkansas, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, north carolina, new mexico, oklahoma, south carolina and tennessee. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before february 4, 2010. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, Saturn at 1-800-972-8876 and Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668 or at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and fully lock the fuel tank lock ring as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 13, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC Customer Call Center at (888) 988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N242451330.
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 and 2014 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured August 2, 2013, through August 12, 2013
If the front fuel tank strap bracket separates, the increased load may lead to the failure of the other tank support. As a result, the fuel tank may come loose from the vehicle causing a fuel leak. A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front fuel tank strap bracket, and repair it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 7, 2013. Owners may contact GM at 1-800-521-7300. GM's recall campaign number is 13296.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump power control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 14, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212332040.
General motors (gm) is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 Chevrolet cruze vehicles manufactured from october 2, 2009, through may 14, 2012
The fuel tank could come loose in a crash, possibly allowing fuel to leak from the tank. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle for missing welds. If the vehicle is missing welds, dealers will secure the bracket attachments with fasteners. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on july 9, 2012. Owners may contact the Chevrolet owner center at 1-866-694-6546.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Camaro, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles
Over-pressurization can crack the fuel pump and cause leaks, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2019. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192283991.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023–2026 Chevrolet Corvette vehicles equipped with a left-side radiator/fan combination
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will install a shield to divert spilled fuel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 14, 2025. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252514930.
Isuzu Motors Limited (Isuzu) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Isuzu FVR, Isuzu FTR, Chevrolet 6500XD, and 2023-2026 Chevrolet 7500XD vehicles
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel heater and electrical connectors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 7, 2025. Owners may contact Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638. Isuzu's number for this recall is V2504.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet Equinox all-wheel drive vehicles
A fuel leak in the presence of the ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2019. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-586-596-1733. GM's number for this recall is N192271870.
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007 Chevrolet Equinox and Pontiac Torrent vehicles originally sold or currently registered in Arizona, California, Nevada, and Texas; model year 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, Pontiac G5, and Saturn ION vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, Arizona, California, Florida, Nevada, or Texas; model year 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt and Pontiac G5 vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, Arizona; and model year 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt and Pontiac G5 vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Nevada, Oklahoma, or Texas
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Notification to owners began on on November 21, 2012. Owners were instructed to not bring their vehicles in for repair until January 2013. Owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-521-7300.
Common questions
How many Chevrolet fuel system complaints are on file with NHTSA?
2,581 complaints across 97 model-year entries from 2005 to 2024. 14 active recall campaigns cover fuel system issues across the Chevrolet lineup.
Which Chevrolet model has the most fuel system complaints?
The 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer leads with 646 complaints in this category. Next: 2005 Trailblazer (598) and 2007 Trailblazer (250).
What does it cost to fix Chevrolet fuel system problems?
Independent shops average $1,200 for fuel system repairs across the Chevrolet lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.
Are there Chevrolet fuel system recalls?
Yes — 12 active recall campaigns cover fuel system on Chevrolet vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.
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Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database.
Editorial commentary written by Mark Driver, an independent contributor to ProblemsByVin
and not affiliated with Chevrolet.
Severity ratings derive from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities on the NHTSA complaint and recall record.
Repair cost averages reflect independent-shop pricing and may differ in your area.