2008 Chevrolet Equinox fuel system problems
Owners reported fuel system problems in 48 complaints for the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox, 9% of the complaints on file. It is the 3rd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 48 9% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 96,000 miles 39 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When fuel system problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 1 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 2 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 6 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 7 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 5 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 8 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 3 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 0 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 1 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 5 |
| 200k+ miles | 1 |
What the data shows
Of the 39 fuel system complaints that report mileage, the median is about 96,000 miles, and 23% were reported before 60,000 miles.
None of the fuel system complaints mention a crash, fire, injury or death.
What owners wrote
Gas is dripping from the fuel tank possible early defective parts. Premature worn parts only 43000 miles. Concern safety issue due to leaking gas.
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 module/system needed to be replaced.
Other problems reported for the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox
- Air bags 112 complaints
- Electrical system 66 complaints
- Stability control 48 complaints
- Steering 44 complaints
- Engine 34 complaints
- Body & structure 34 complaints
- Lighting 24 complaints
- Latches & locks 18 complaints