2008 Chevrolet Equinox Fuel/Propulsion System Problems
- 35
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
What owners report
- fuel pump · 14 records
- fuel leaking · 6 records
- diagnosed repaired · 6 records
- failure mileage · 6 records
- fuel tank · 5 records
- fuel odor · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 12 |
| 150–400k mi | 5 |
| 100–150k mi | 5 |
| 30–60k mi | 5 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Fuel/Propulsion System
Very strong fuel/gasoline smell in and around vehicle. Some fuel dripping from above fuel tank area. Had the vehicle diagnosed at local mechanic. He stated that the fuel line on the main fuel pump is cracked/damaged.
ODI 11242244
Fuel/Propulsion System
Fuel leaking from the top front left side of fuel tank.
ODI 11176070
Air Bags · Fuel/Propulsion System · Visibility/Wiper
My defrost doesn't work nor does my heat and every time i put gas in the truck it doesn't want to start up right away. It's dangerous to drive and i can't see out my windows i live in wisconsin. I've had my bend door and actuator fixed twice even had all my fluids drained and refilled. It doesn't heat up the truck at all even without defrost on i still get cold air no matter the setting and service air bag has been…
ODI 11205428
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet equinox. While driving various speeds, the fuel system failed and a strong odor of fuel entered the cabin of the vehicle. The contact stated that the heavy odor of fuel was poignant near the rear passenger side of the vehicle. The contact stated that fuel leaked onto the top of the fuel tank after an independent assessment. A dealer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle…
ODI 11155612
Fuel/Propulsion System
First there was smell in driver side back passenger seat. Then the smell got stronger outside car, right driver wheel well. Took to my mechanic for over 20 years and he verified smell and was able to stick his hand up and feel wet spot on top/ side of gas tank. Both with car in motion and stopped. The 2007 equinox has a recall for the exact same complaint, gas smell in driver side passenger seat and wheel well. I…
ODI 11162915
Fuel/Propulsion System
Takata recall- i started smelling gasoline a couple of days ago and it seems like gas is leaking above the gas tank on the passenger side. I am concerned because this is a safety issue and my car may catch on fire while i am driving. Need to know if this is a recall. When i first smelled it, i was parked at the store but now i smell it while driving and while it is parked!!
ODI 11140560
Air Bags · Fuel/Propulsion System
My vehicle should have two recalls; first the airbags. When my passenger is sitting in the seat the check engine light will come on telling me to check my airbag and the airbag light is off. I'm not sure if it will deploy if i get in an accident or if it will on its own one day hurting my passenger. Second, my vehicle smells like gasoline. It smells worse when i fill the tank up and its doesn't start right away. I…
ODI 11084303
Fuel/Propulsion System
I received special coverage letter 12191 july 2013 that stated repairs needed to be made to my vehicle in a chevy location by 7/31/14. These repairs would only be made if the vehicle presented a problem by then (plastic supply or return on fuel pump may crack/leak fuel/vapors; in the presence of an ignition source may cause vehicle fire). On 9/18/17 i brought my vehicle to my trusted mechanic (i didn't remember…
ODI 11045620
Air Bags · Fuel/Propulsion System
I have put 3 fuel pumps plus it will have to have installed again and will have to shell out 725.00 this time because the warranty has expired and if gm don`t replace i may file the lemon law and my airbag in the steering wheel shows it is not working sometimes.
ODI 11024939
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Fuel/Propulsion System
Having trouble with electrical problem with the temp gauge and gas meter not reading
ODI 11020274
Fuel/Propulsion System
Faulty return port in fuel pump module leaking fuel (severe leak) started noticing a smell with no visible leak, now when car is parked loosing all fuel pressure (car won't start on first try) and parked with 1/2 tank now no fuel left in car. Distinct smell of fuel and car is parked. Is this part of recall?
ODI 11019848
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet equinox. While driving various speeds, the contact observed a fuel odor within the vehicle and the check engine indicator illuminated. In addition, when the vehicle was filled with fuel, the fuel gauge displayed otherwise. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by a dealer. The vehicle was taken to almeda auto (car inspection station) where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump…
ODI 11002489
Fuel/Propulsion System
Fuel pump leaking from main fuel line going into pump. The 2007 model was recalled for same issue. This is a major leak, puddles onto the ground. Very dangerous, i can not understand why my year was not recalled, as i have found numerous complaints on this vehicle fuel pump/system!
ODI 11012739
Fuel/Propulsion System
Takata recall my car has a very strong ordor of gas while its parked and while i'm driving. The or or is very strong in the back of the car.
ODI 10925113
Fuel/Propulsion System
Fuel odor and spotting on ground while parked in garage. Vehicle was taken to mechanic who found a cracked plastic fuel line on the top of the fuel pump. No area damage or cause found for this crack to occur. Unknown reason other than defect. Fuel pump had to be replaced.
ODI 10905586
Fuel/Propulsion System
Leaking gas from the tank under rear door passenger side.
ODI 10885280
Fuel/Propulsion System
SMELL OF GASOLINE WITH 78,000 MILES.
ODI 10870247
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that there was a fuel odor present inside and outside of the vehicle. In addition, the contact discovered fuel was leaking from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 180,000. The vin was not available.
ODI 10864084
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet equinox. While the vehicle was parked, there was a strong fuel odor emitted in and around the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that a crack was in the inlet or the outlet line and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, the contact stated that the top inlet or outlet was leaking fuel, which dripped onto the garage…
ODI 10968160
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet equinox. While attempting to start the vehicle, the contact noticed strong fuel fumes emitting from the rear of the vehicle. In addition, the vehicle hesitated before starting and the contact noticed fuel leaking from underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not…
ODI 10818979
Fuel/Propulsion System
My car has been smelling like gas for about a year and a half. I don't see any leaks at the bottom of my car.
ODI 10937761
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet equinox. While driving 30 mph, the contact noticed strong fumes emitting from the inner part of the vehicle. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 184,000. The vin was unavailable.
ODI 10779060
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet equinox. While driving 55 mph, the contact noticed strong fuel fumes emitting from the exterior and interior of the vehicle. Upon further inspection, the contact noticed fuel leaking underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic who stated that there was a fuel leak, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified…
ODI 10762050
Fuel/Propulsion System
I took my car in for its routine oil change and they informed me that i had a gas leak and that i was driving a time bomb. I bought my car at the beginning of this year and it only had 36,000 miles on it and it now only has 47,000 miles and i don't understand how it could be leaking gas. A month after i purchased the car i also tried to use the washer cleaner to clean my windows and it does not work either, at this…
ODI 10749639
Fuel/Propulsion System
I purchased this 2008 chevrolet, equinox from henderson chevrolet in henderson, nevada in 2007. On july 2013 i received a letter from jim moloney, general director, customer and relationship services. On july 15, 2015 i went shopping at nellis air force base here in las vegas, nv. I stopped at the firestone repair because i smell gas and i did not want to move my car any more for fear of fire according to the letter…
ODI 10748257