Before a stall occurs, drivers may notice that the engine runs roughshaking or making unusually loud noisesor see the check engine light illuminated on the dashboard. One way to know if you have a valid claim against the manufacturer of a defective product is to consult a qualified attorney. I don't care whose fault it is. Subaru is recalling more than 165,000 cars due to a fuel pump defect that can cause the cars to stall at speed. Check out this sticky thread for more info. You can change these settings at any time. It takes about 15 minutes to resolve once your are set up correctly with the right tools. Today (-12F) it was so bad I could barely drive the card. If this condition occurs, vehicle occupants may notice the smell of fuel. that reports on class action lawsuits, class action settlements, then when he gets the car to me I will replace the hoses and clamps. Sometimes the system is slow, by the time youreceivea recall notice you may have paid for a repair at a general repair shop thatdoesntcare if your Wheel bearings are under recall/warranty. This recall is due to a dodgy fuel pump hose in the engine compartment that may degrade over time. Fuel Pump replaced and STRONG gasoline smell when I picked up car. Our 01 Legacy started leaking fuel couple days ago, and the culprit was the rubber line on the passenger side, behind that bracket. dealer looked and said: not the pump, I ran of Gas? The hose I found leaking,(about 4 inches long)was under the driver side intake manifold, below the spark plug wires. And 40,950 Subaru Ascents built between June 26, 2018 and Feb. 18, 2019 were subject to the recall. I am not sure we would all be better off in a GM with a faulty Ignition switch where people did die, even though the defect was acknowledged, or how about a Toyota with acceleration issues or the fact they couldnt keep a floor mat from killing people. Subaru issued the recall for 188,207 of its 2019 model year vehicles in April over fuel pump problems that a report by Car and Driver said can increase the risk of Subaru Fuel Line Fix: During the cold winter months our Subaru Outback has had a strong gas smell inside the passenger compartment. WebThe combined vehicle count for both recalls totals 157,388 and as of January 2018, some 29.5 percent had been repaired. Do you know that on other methods of transportation the fuel lines are replaced on a schedule? Do I have the same rubber fuel line fittings? Jan 29, 2017. In extremely cold temperatures, a certain engine fuel line/hose may temporarily seep some fuel during initial cold engine start up. Yeah, we scheduled our appointment for the recall replacement for our 2019 Outback and were told it would smell like gas for a few days after and to not have more than 1/2 tank when we bring it in. Thanks for the postings. The pump is under the back seat. The clamp is upside down meaning you cant put a tool ( Phillips) on it to tighten it. Started the car and looked around saw fuel dripping from two hose on the passenger side of the compartment nearer to the front of the car. Your username maybe be your email address. his 2005 baja turbo failed inspection because of the slight fuel leak he has on the drivers side of the car. WebA screeching sound is one of the most typical indications that your Subarus fuel pump is failing. Since its behind the driver, you really shouldnt smell the smell of gas unless you are going down the road. Its my 2 one and this problem just started it never happened with my other Subaru when it is below 20 the gas smell is beyond crazy. Retrieve your username. A very dangerous situation! I have a 99 Legacy with visible gas on engine. I have a similar problem in my 2001 Outback. Bean Edition 180,000miles You get a fuel smell for a bit when you change it. By submitting your comment and contact information, you agree to receive marketing emails from Top Class Actions regarding this and/or similar lawsuits or settlements, and/or to be contacted by an attorney or law firm to discuss the details of your potential case at no charge to you if you qualify. This was my first Subaru and probably my last. Any fuel leak must be addressed before you drive it or its a fire and unsafe condition waiting to occur. I have a 2018 forester and I can smell exhaust/gas in the cabin while idling. I was doing 80 on I-75 , the engines push faded just enough to feel but not slow down.. it didnt sputter(like running out of gas) but I felt I couldnt maintain speed/ push fuel to engine/ whatever that power flow is, it wasnt there for a split second. Click Change Settings if you want to tailor the use of your cookies. Your great write-ups (together with you-tube) help me keep my 2002 forester in good shape. A normally functioning system may pull in fumes around you if they are excessive like they are in the winter months, this is why the recirculate feature is there, to stop fresh air from being pulled in. butif the car was leaking gas over the long weekend before the dealer looked (seriously?) Press J to jump to the feed. I just encountered the dreaded fuel smell in my 2002 Legacy. All involving 2019 model year vehicles. Please help with suggestions. One thing that I omitted from my original post was one of the reasons this happens is the Techs at the dealerships neglect to check and tighten these connections even though its part of a service you are paying for. This is the second recall related to fuel pumps on Subaru vehicles. I got mine in the mail. It has a seal that can go bad over time. But the line should be inspected for cracking and if cracked replaced. If the smell hasn't dissipated I'd demand interior detailing from your garage, or, if you've got the means, get it interior detailed separately then demand they or Honda corporate reimburse the bill. Read the rules for instructions on custom user flair. When I went to pick it up, there was a STRONG smell of car freshener in the vehicle! You must contact the Get it done, and hopefully your dealer will do its best to mitigate vapor absorption from the fabric. WVK-21 for 2002-2003 Subaru WRX Models resolves a fuel leak from the fuel line under the intake manifold during cold weather It's getting worse. Third try, same result. Tightened those and it seems to have taken care of the problem. Not sure how much help I can be as I just dont really understand all of you post. Whats strange is that I used to live in Alaska with much colder temps and never had this issue. The typical place we see on the Turbo models such as the 2005 XT is one of the fuel lines under the intake manifold. If there is anything that youd like to add, please leave a comment below. In your position I'd be hammering Honda corporate right now, but either way sorry you received poor service. Clamps are still tight. If this is the problem, you're in luck. I was probably about a 1/3 tank full bringing it in, and I'm hoping the service manager took that into account when asking me if I wanted to have the service done while getting my tire changed out! https://topclassactions.com/wp-admin/admin-ajax.php. After having the truck for 4 days I got it back. When the pump comes out, it can dribble a little (or kind of a lot) of fuel around -- the fuel pump assembly has like an outer canister that holds maybe a half pint of gas, and if you bring the car in near-full it'll have about that half pint in it. Ok, if you have spark, and it did not start and run for a few seconds as you sprayed starting fluid directly into the throttle body opening while someone else tried starting the engine, then you need to see if the air is sucking in or blowing out of the throttle body opening while cranking the engine. One of the best ways to determine if you have a fuel leak is to observe the fuel economy. Did that after it had been in the garage. I personally feel better about an older car aging and having some issues, rather than a new car that leaves me without it or tries to kill me, feels much more like a design flaw over something that happens many years later, doesnt it? I have been driving my car for about 6 months now and on random occasions I get a gas smell when I fill the tank all the way. I researched a bit, I see the corrosion issue with the filler necks and the shield build up..I live in michigan.. A common thing is that the fuel line clamps need to be tightened. I had the fuel pump replaced in my 2019 Highlander, as part of the recall, 9 days ago. Another quick point any time you buy a used Later model car, regardless of where or who you buy it from, YOU need to take theinitiativeto grab the VIN # and call your local dealership service department and have them run that VIN number to see if there are any open recalls. If you plug your cars 17-digit vehicle identification number (VIN) into the website and a recall doesnt appear, it means your vehicle doesnt currently have one. The models involved are 2019-2020 Ascent SUVs, 2018 Forester SUVs, 2018-2020 Impreza hatchbacks and sedans, 2018-2020 Legacy sedans, 2018-2020 Outback SUVs, 2018-2019 WRX sedans, and 2018-2019 BRZ coupes. Thank you Bernadette. The dealer says it looks like mice have chewed on the fuel line(s). RECALLS! All Rights Reserved. Ascent, Forester, Impreza, Outback, other vehicles are included. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administrations report on the recall says the affected cars were equipped with an impeller part of the cars Denso fuel pump that was manufactured with a lower density. As a result, the impeller can crack, leading to excessive fuel absorption and deformation. Repair was fine. Typically, the smell is caused by some type of fluid (oil, trans fluid, etc) hitting the exhaust or other hot parts of the engine or something rubbing where it shouldnt be. I understand the only during the winter thing but its like saying your roof only leaks when it rains. Is this normal? 2005 Subaru Outback 3.0 R L.L. Youll smell gas until it is not longer overfilled. Additionally if the wire insulation melts the fuel pump can short out and stop working. Owner of 2017 Subaru Outback 3.6R. We had extremely cold weather (-30C) over the holidays no problem with the car. Oct 29, 2020 I had the recall done on my 2018 about a month ago and there was no gas smell. When I come to think of it, this has been going on for a few years now. Going to give the clamps a turn and call my dealer. Subaru Recalls More Than 165,000 Cars and SUVs to Fix Stalling Engines - Consumer Reports Consumer Reports has the latest on a fuel pump recall involving As a result, you may avoid becoming stranded someplace with a faulty fuel pump by keeping an open ear. I normally get all of my service and repair work done by my local, trusted mechanic. Is this typical of all Subaru dealerships? I want an excuse to take it back and get it cleaned again. All cars have their issues and as they age need repairs, if you live in a harsh climate a ten year old car definitely will. https://reddit.com/r/hondainsight/comments/gwv18z/what_we_know_the_fuel_pump_recall_check_here/. James H. Thank you very much for the info! All email addresses you provide will be used just for sending this story. This website is not intended for viewing or usage by European Union citizens. VERY disappointed in this treatment by Subaru. I sent him a copy of your post and hope that he can tighten the clamp and the leak stops for now. thanks for all of your posts repair thoughts. The dealer is an idiot. Today when I entered the vehicle, I noticed a strong gasoline odor. Gas can leak from a variety of places in your Subaru, from the gas I cannot buy another one from a company like this that has so little regard 2013, 20 degrees out. Polite way of saying they suck. Also recalled are 20,182 of Subarus Legacy sedans manufactured between June 29, 2018 and Feb. 19, 2019. If your vehicle had a fuel or exhaust leak that would also be a condition that would need to be addressed regardless of the car pulling fumes in. The recall order affects much of Subarus 2018 By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. I have a 2002 subaru outback H6 3.0 (v6) automatic llbean edition, I live in Cleveland Ohio and problem started when it got COLD, the fuel leak is just like you said, at the clamp. Thought it would go away after a few days driving with windows open. Do you mean to say that every year for the last three years you have ignored a fuel smell and possible fuel leak rather than allow someone to look at it and suggest a resolution? A typical place where gas leaks form is the fuel filler neck. If you are consistently gassing up and smelling gas after, you can rule this one out. But decided to pull the car out of the garage and let it sit in the cold for an hour. I am going to drive to auto parts store and get a new fuel line, I think I can fix it myself if I take the engine cover off which looks easy. Save products you love, products you own and much more! I ran my gas tank until the low fuel light came on. I looked around and immdiately saw the gas leak on the small rubber fuel line that connects two steel lines. Mice and other rodents do in fact wreak havoc on all sorts of vehicle systems and yes you cant really expect a car company to warranty something chewed by a rodent, if you are concerned just ask to see the old parts, it should be very obvious that is what occurred. But first check around the fuel filter (next to the driver side strut tower), and then follow those lines to the intake manifold. He says the repair will be minimum of $500, or worst case it could be thousands if they have to remove my fuel tank! The smell of gas is typically going to be caused by a bad gas cap, evaporative emissions system, overfilling the gas tank, or an actual fuel leak. Only had a very slight fuel smell but soon went away. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. they added gas and it was fine- He said I can drive it with no worries because it is only seeping. Thats a tell tale sign that the fuel is going somewhere, but not the engine. Subaru issued the recall for 188,207 of its 2019 model year vehicles in April over fuel pump problems that a report by Car and Driver said can increase the risk of drivers crashing while the cars are in motion. A cars fuel pump moves the fuel from the cars gas tank to the engine. There is a seal there that can go bad over time. Owners may contact Subaru If this is the case, it can make its way up into your Tribecas cabin. OTOH, I had pretty much zero odor after the impeller recall.my tank was at or below a quarter and the service team managed to do the work without spilling/splashing on the interior after they removed stuff to get to the top of the tank. Provide the dealership with a small fan and extension cord and ask them nicely to please use it to assist in driving the fumes away whie they complete the work. With only the intake, it The fire may occur even while the vehicle is turned At that time I also was having a problem with the remote start. The fuel line clamps were tightened. This may lead to a vehicle fire, increasing the risk of property damage, crash, and injury. When this happens itll throw off the air/fuel mixture. You had better have 6 hands to line all the fuel lines, intake bolts and all the other crap that gets in the way, up. Then the vehicle might stall out. Went to Subaru dealer. The seal for either Fuel pump or secondary fuel level sending unit to the fuel tank may be leaking. You need to take it back. This is the second recall related to fuel pumps on Subaru vehicles. please recall!. Influence-free. I went to pick it up the following day and saw they had cracked the windows, but the smell is pretty strong and is lingering today still. Lastly the fuel pump is housed in side of the Gas Tank. Side comment, but to any of you 2019 owners that might read this and be planning to get your fuel pump recall done soon, please for the love of god do not bring it in with more than half a tank. I have a 2005 xt that smells like gas at around 20 degrees. He has ordered the fuel lines. problem #2 next week Why not list what was done? Gas evaporates quickly. Not sure if they did because the smell is still pretty strong. And given the more than seven million automobile accidents that happen in the U.S. each year, the last thing a driver needs is to have their car malfunction in the middle of driving it. However, this can result in some functions no longer being available. Thanks for the thoughts and advice, Justin this has been a really helpful blog post. Subaru Head Gasket Problems Explained pt 2. Thanks Justin. have any ideas what maybe cuasing a strong fuel smell on my subaru b4 twin turbo 2001? I love the car, but the PO did not maintain it well through many Chicago winters. Just had a below 10 night here in Chicago and gas smell returned. At the end of the day, it ends up being the technician that is blamed for the fuel line leaking again down the road. Fuel then runs down side of tank onto the exhaust. We are not associated in any way with Honda Motor Company. I first discovered this about a month ago when the temps dropped here and I smelled gas in my own XT. I have put the car on a lift at work and give it the old lookseedoodle. Same Problem - 2019 Ascent. On the other hand, slight leaking fuel at the engine or around a supply line would not. Is Your Subaru Experiencing Fuel Pump Problems? The techs appreciated it and I had no gas smells at all. WebFuel Pump Recall and Smell of Gas in the Interior I got my fuel pump recall in the mail earlier this week for my 2019 and took it to the closest Honda dealership to have it Replacing tank would have been $1000+ and not fixed problem maybe. I had my fuel pump replaced under the recall, this last Thursday. Gas caps are inexpensive and easy to replace. Thanks. I dont think this should be our problem to be paying for the repair. The smell should be coming from the engine, but not until it warms up. This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Questions: I doubt the tank has to be dropped to get the fuel pump out. There are a lot of things that can cause you Tribeca to smell like gas. I would be grateful for your advise and suggestions. Tech discussions, turbo & tuning and more. Eventually it can fill the entire intake up and leak everywhere. Looking at what you've said you're mods are, that shouldn't be the issue though. I agree fuel leaks are serious, but all car companies set a reasonable warranty period, you could have purchased a longer warranty if you chose to and not had the out of pocket expense, but I am unclear if a fuel leak on a ten year old car is making you upset or paying for it? Since then, I've driven with the windows partially open, parked in the garage with the windows open, and left the car when parked outdoors with the windows cracked. Here are the most common things that would make your Tribeca smell like gas outside of a fuel leak itself, which is covered in the next sections. How do we ensure that changing the hose is going to make a difference permanently? Because automakers issue recalls often, and for many older vehicles, we recommend checking back regularly. August 3, 2021 In the third major recall of its year, Subaru has put out a call to repair more than 165,000 vehicles from its 2018-20 model-year lineup over a faulty fuel Subaru Fuel Smell when Cold. Thought maybe they spilled fuel and it would evaporate. On the 'work order' the mechanic states, "No gas smell only strong odor of Car Freshener". Subaru Ascent Complaints, Issues, Problems, Defect, Subaru Ascent Complaints, Issues And Problems. Raw fuel. Well of course, since someone at the dealership added lots of Car Freshener inside the car the night before. The problem: An improperly manufactured fuel pump could develop cracks and fail, which may prevent the vehicles engine from starting or cause it to stall while its running. Winters ONLY! Here are the most common things that would make your Tribeca smell like gas outside of a fuel leak itself, which is covered Not in every case but I suspect thats the deal here. Thanks for your help. Is this a recall for all insights? Washington, D.C November 24, 2021 Mazda (OTCMKTS: MZDAY) has recalled 121,038 cars that may stall due to a defective fuel pump. When a car has fuel pump problems, the engine might not get enough fuel to run properly, or at all. Apr 30, 2021. Smell came back. administrator or law firm. Part of the evaporative emissions system self check is a tiny compressor that pressurizes the fuel tank after the car has been off for about 4 hours. Fuel pump was once replaced under warranty. Just replace rubber line, or is there more involved? I did have two fuel lines fixed back about 6 months ago and this may have been one of them. One interesting note: when I called to make the appointment, it seemed like I got routed into some central call center that wasn't the actual dealer. 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