NHTSA Complaint #11553211 — 2008 CHEVROLET EQUINOX FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11553211
Vehicle	2008 CHEVROLET EQUINOX
Component	FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Date of Incident	October 19, 2023
Date Filed	November 2, 2023
Mileage	170,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NE

Consumer Description

The contact's mother owns a 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that upon turning off the vehicle, there was an abnormal fuel odor coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact inspected the vehicle and discovered a major fuel leak coming from the vehicle. The contact called the dealer and was given an estimate for a diagnostic test. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.

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