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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

5,568 NHTSA complaints about fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump issues across 47 makes and 604 models.

The fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump is one of the standardized component categories NHTSA uses to classify consumer safety complaints. Across the public complaint database, it accounts for 5,568 filings from 47 manufacturers and 604 distinct vehicle models, a footprint large enough that defect engineers can isolate part-family patterns across different platforms that share the same supplier or the same federal motor vehicle safety standard.

Among filings citing this component, owners have reported 61 crashes, 158 fires, 61 injuries, and 10 fatalities. The most complained-about vehicle in this category is the FORD FOCUS with 359 filings, followed by CHEVROLET CAVALIER and JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. These severity counters are what separates a nuisance complaint trend from a pattern NHTSA is likely to escalate into a Preliminary Evaluation.

Component-level analysis is how the Office of Defects Investigation spots cross-manufacturer supplier issues — the same airbag inflator, the same takata-style ignition switch, the same brake hose material — before they become industry-wide recalls. When you see a single component accumulating large complaint volume across several unrelated nameplates, that is usually a signature of a shared supplier or a shared federal standard being stressed by real-world conditions. Use the affected-vehicles table below to see whether the pattern is concentrated on a handful of models or distributed evenly, and cross-reference each model's full recall and investigation history before drawing conclusions about any one nameplate.

5,568
Complaints
604
Models Affected
61
Crashes
158
Fires
10
Deaths

Most Affected Vehicles

# Vehicle Complaints
1 FORD FOCUS 359
2 CHEVROLET CAVALIER 216
3 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 186
4 FORD TAURUS 155
5 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 120
6 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 120
7 FORD F-150 107
8 CHEVROLET COBALT 101
9 CHEVROLET BLAZER 96
10 DODGE CARAVAN 80
11 JEEP WRANGLER 73
12 FORD ESCORT 72
13 CHEVROLET TAHOE 72
14 CHEVROLET MALIBU 70
15 MERCURY COUGAR 67
16 SATURN ION 62
17 VOLVO S60 61
18 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 56
19 PONTIAC GRAND AM 55
20 CHEVROLET S10 55
21 FORD EXPLORER 53
22 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 51
23 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN 49
24 CHEVROLET ASTRO 48
25 DODGE RAM 47
26 JEEP CHEROKEE 46
27 MERCURY SABLE 44
28 AUDI A4 44
29 NISSAN XTERRA 43
30 FORD CONTOUR 42

Recent Complaints

2019 HONDA PILOT

The contact owns a 2019 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. There were no warning lights illuminated. The

2013 MERCEDES-BENZ ML350

The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 - 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled in the middle lane. The driver was able to push the vehicle safely to

2021 HYUNDAI SONATA

Please see Attachment To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to formally notify you under the Virginia Motor Vehicle Warranty Enforcement Act (Virginia Lemon Law, Va. Code §§ 59.1-207.9 to 59.1-207.

2015 CHRYSLER 200

The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The engine warning light was illuminated prior to the failure. The failure persisted over time. The vehicle

2022 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH and attempting to make a left turn while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle unexpectedly lost motiv

2017 HYUNDAI ELANTRA

The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard an abnormal whistling sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The check eng

2016 DODGE CHARGER

The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Charger. The contact purchased the vehicle, and the vehicle was taken for the Emissions Test; however, the vehicle failed the Emissions Test. The contact notified the dea

2020 GMC TERRAIN

The contact owns a 2022 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while depressing the accelerator pedal from a complete stop, the vehicle lost motive power and started shaking and then shut off. Several unknow

2023 HONDA ACCORD

Bobs Kia in independence Dealership is selling this vehicle that has this active recall that they claim is fixed but is not. Assume recall should be taken care of before selling it to customers

2022 CHEVROLET EQUINOX

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving out of a parking lot, the vehicle lost motive power, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was t

2017 HONDA PILOT

The contact owns a 2017 Honda Pilot. While the contact’s wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicl

2018 CHEVROLET MALIBU

The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnos

2014 HONDA ACCORD

The contact owns a 2014 Honda Accord. The contact stated while driving at various speeds and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle was sputtering and jerking. The check engine warning light wa

2012 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE

The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start as intended. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle

2014 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE

The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact sta

2024 VOLKSWAGEN TAOS

The contact owns a 2024 Volkswagen Taos. The contact stated that while attempting to drive from a complete stop and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated

2019 HONDA CR-V

The contact owns a 2019 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle went into Limp mode. The vehicle was tow

2018 MAZDA MAZDA6

The contact owns a 2018 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated upon taken the vehicle to the dealer for an oil change, the dealer notified the contact of a fuel leak. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle and in

2020 RAM 1500

The contact owns a 2020 Ram 1500. The contact stated that whenever the weather was below 50-degrees, after refueling the vehicle, the gasoline started spilling out of the fuel filler neck. The contact

2015 GMC SIERRA

The contact owns 2015 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated that the check engine warning lig

Frequently Asked Questions

How many complaints involve fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump issues?
The NHTSA has received 5,568 complaints about fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump problems across 604 vehicle models from 47 manufacturers.
How dangerous are fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump defects?
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP issues have been linked to 61 crashes, 158 fires, 61 injuries, and 10 deaths according to NHTSA complaint data.
Which vehicles have the most fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump problems?
The most complained-about vehicle for fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump issues is the FORD FOCUS with 359 complaints.
Where does PlainCars get its safety data?
All vehicle safety data comes from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints database, which collects reports from vehicle owners about safety-related defects.

Data Sources

Vehicle complaint data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints database. Includes consumer-reported safety issues filed with NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Severity counts cross-reference NHTSA FARS (Fatality Analysis Reporting System) for fatal incidents where a corresponding FARS record exists.

Component categories are standardized by NHTSA. Crash-test ratings where shown are drawn from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Complaint counts, crash reports, fire reports, and fatality data reflect consumer-submitted reports and may not represent all incidents.

Disclaimer: This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for vehicle purchase decisions. NHTSA complaint data is self-reported by consumers and has not been verified or investigated. A high complaint count does not necessarily indicate a defect. Always consult a qualified mechanic and check official NHTSA recall notices before making safety-related decisions.

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