While the vehicle was parked, the driver noticed fluid leaking from underneath the vehicle. It was taken to a garage for inspection, and the mechanic determined that the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The problem was caused by moisture collecting in the protective shroud under the fuel tank.

- Lucasville, OH, USA

Leaking fuel tank -- 1995 S-10 there is a plastic cover over the front end of the fuel tank. This cover collects trash and water. The front bottom edge of the fuel tank has started to rust out. I had been smelling fuel for about a week and had been unable to locate the problem. After finally noticing the leak, I removed the cover and found a small pin hole. When inspecting the hole, it turned into one the size of a pencil eraser. To remedy the problem, I have drilled a hole into the plastic piece so that it will drain out the water that it collects and applied a sealant to the leaking fuel tank. I have not notified GM of this problem as of yet. I think that they should be required to replace my fuel tank.

- Danville, VA, USA

This gas tank is full of rust causing fuel leaks and potential fire and or explosion.

- Hernando, FL, USA

Plastic brush guard cushion against metal tank felt cushion had rusted, a piece of rust was inside of fuel tank. Dealership is aware of problem.

- Merritt Island, FL, USA

Gas leaking from rusting through of fuel tank. Puddle of gas on ground at every stop. Approximately a quart of fuel retained in skid guard on fuel tank. Unknown how long leak at been occuring.

- Goshen, OH, USA

When I was backing out of driveway I noticed gasoline had dripped onto pavement. I removed the protective shield from the front of the fuel tank and found severe corrosion and a large leak on the bottom of the tank. The protective shield was full of moisture, dirt, gravel and fuel. It is scarey to think of how many vehicles are out there that have this corrosion trap still in place. How could engineers not foresee this problem? I wonder why a service bulletin has not been issued to at least inspect the fuel tank for corrosion caused by the poorly designed shield.

- Stillwater, MN, USA

Fuel tank had rusted out. This was caused by water retention in shield under fuel tank. Took to dealer, and was informed by mechanic that will not repair or replace shield, but would replace fuel tank. Shield has since been replaced.

- Stroudsburg, PA, USA

I purchased my pickup from fowler Chevrolet in lakeport, ca. A year or so ago, I had it repaired by santa rosa Chevrolet in santa rosa, ca for a defective injector that was leaking and prior to that time I could smell a strong odor of gasoline. Within 3 months of having this repair work done, I once again thought I could smell a strong odor of gas on starting and stopping. However, I dismissed it as my imagination until the problem began to occur more often. Prior to the christmas holiday, I had one son look at the engine and he said there was a smell of gasoline and possibly a leak.while with the other son in san carlos at christmas, I left my truck at boardwalk auto center in redwood city, ca for 3 days.their report was that they could find nothing, so they steam cleaned the engine and charged me $95, and sent me on my way. However, when I arrived home, the problem was still there. Even with a newly steam cleaned engine, I can smell a strong odor of gasoline when starting and turning off the ignition. After parking my pickup, when walking around it, one can smell a strong odor of gas. I got on the internet and began to check for safety recalls and discovered that within a year of taking delivery of my pickup, there was a recall for a fuel tank seal leak. When I questioned Chevrolet, they gave me the name of a company from whom I could purchase technical service bulletins. They never did address the safety recall on the fuel tank seal leak. They still have not answered my 2nd inquiry. Was there a safety recall for a fuel tank seal leak as I was informed" I never received notice of this recall. What is going on with Chevrolet? I have an extended mechanical breakdown insurance policy which expires on 01-17-01, but can't get the truck repaired because no one seems to be able to diagnose this problem. What am I to do"

- Clearlake, CA, USA

Fuel tank sprung a leak. When dealer replaced tank protective cover was left off. Without cover tank could be exposed to possible danger of an explosion. Dealer has been contacted. The consumer was concerned about the shield due to its concave shape can accumulate debris and gasoline that has potential for explosion.

- Stroudsburg, PA, USA

After six years gas tank has developed a hole in it due to rust. Dealer has been contacted.

- Breese, IL, USA

Fuel tank replaced due to leaking, replaced vent line to canister due to leakage. Mjs

- Broadview, OH, USA

Vehicle experiencing rust / corrosion between the plastic strap around the tank which holds dirt and moisture between the strap and tank, causing corroision / rust, and resulting in a fuel leak. A possible fire may occur from this leakage. Can NHTSA help or provide additional information in this matter.

- Stevensville, MD, USA

Fuel tank is rusted under the plastic shield, causing fuel leakage which could result in a fire.

- Erie, PA, USA

The fuel tank cracked, resulting in fuel leakage. The manufacturer and dealer have been notified.

- Olean, NY, USA

Was backing out of driveway noticed gasoline had spilled out of tray below tank. Parked vehicle & took tray off. Noticed tank had rusted through and gasoline had collected in the shield from leakage.

- Sidman, PA, USA

The fuel tank had rusted on top. Grounded off fuel pump. Fule lines to engine leaked. The straps and cradle support was rusted through.

- Tampa, FL, USA