I wanted to take a few minutes and get some information up about a potential fuel smell in your Subaru that only seems to occur when it is cold out side. This is definitely a design defect that Subaru has know about for over 12 years. Top Class I would do as suggested and look around for any fuel leakage front to back. It is now Sept. and I finally took it to my dealer. 6th time it starting running really rough, she push the gas pedal and Rev up and continued running. Secondly, Im disappointed that the official repair to this problem is replacing it with more rubber hose. I am having this issue with my 2005 2.5XT Outback. Some people have gotten dealers or SOA to pay for repairs. Bluish smoke is not good, is it also using oil? The dealer says it looks like mice have chewed on the fuel line(s). Just my opinion. Actions does not process claims and we cannot advise you on the Late model Outbacks that had the fuel pump recall completed had a little smell after the repair, but that quickly goes away. I had the problem 2 years ago and it came back with the cold weather in the NE. There were about 35k miles on the car when this started happening. status of any class action settlement claim. however on my engine (v6 edition) it is on the DRIVERS SIDE (H6-3.0), on top of what appears to be the fuel filter. Even though its very likely that its a benign reason, always give the smell of gas the respect it deserves until you find the leak. This may lead to a vehicle fire, increasing the risk of property damage, crash, and injury. Wife is happy now and what is better than that. The 05 Subaru Outback Xt does in fact have a fuel line that needs to have the clamp tightened on the drivers side under the intake manifold. We are back into the deep freeze once again, and as of yesterday I now have a horribly strong smell of gasoline in the car (the first time ever). Im going to keep my fingers crossed and try some these suggestions.Please wih me luck. To my knowledge there have been no deaths as a result of a fuel leak on a 2004 Forester XT, there is also no recall or campaign that I am aware of. I shut engine off, let it cool down and then went to google, and found quite a few sites complaining of fuel line leaks in Subarus. Wife riding in car 2 weeks later was getting nauseous. Notes: Drive the car and check the fuel lines as soon as you return. Thanks Justin. April 22, 2020 A Subaru fuel pump recall has been ordered for more than 200,000 model year 2019 Subaru Impreza, Outback, Legacy and Ascent vehicles my son lives in PA and they do a full inspection of the car. Once that happens, itll begin to let fuel vapor out and into the air. The fix: Subaru dealers will replace the faulty fuel pump with a redesigned one, free of charge, beginning June 5, 2020. 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. Tech discussions, turbo & tuning and more. I said, no thanks. This. Two days later when the freshener wore off, the smell was back. It is sad that Subaru wont man up to this problem. 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. Can't I have been reading all these blogs and have tightened clamps and I lifted the access compartment in my 99 legacy outback and I see or smell no gas on top of the tank Is there anything else or tricky spots that could be leaky????? (see problem#2) too little fuel in tank, pump couldnt grab what it needed to maintain speed. This is the second recall related to fuel pumps on Subaru vehicles. JavaScript is disabled. Sorry for the long preamble. 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I have replaced the rubber seals on one fuel injector. There is more information on another thread in this sub-reddit. Yea, that smell of raw fuel in the cabin is exactly that. Our 01 Legacy started leaking fuel couple days ago, and the culprit was the rubber line on the passenger side, behind that bracket. Since you did not smell the gas when you picked it up it sounds like they did not Your email address will not be published. Retrieve your username. I think the odor thing is very dependent on the service team and fuel level, honestly. I have a similar problem in my 2001 Outback. Most car manufacturers, including Subaru, recommend replacing the in-tank fuel filter every 80000km. Washington, D.C November 24, 2021 Mazda (OTCMKTS: MZDAY) has recalled 121,038 cars that may stall due to a defective fuel pump. All Rights Reserved. A typical place where gas leaks form is the fuel filler neck. He said I can drive it with no worries because it is only seeping. This is definitely a design defect that Subaru has know about for over 12 years but refuses to either change the design in the new cars and fix them in the old. plan on taking a long highway scenic drive with windows open post fuel pump repair. Try again, then starts up. The next day I smelled gas in the 2nd I have a 2019 Ascent and took it to the dealership to replace a damaged tire and they said they could replace the recalled fuel pump. I had the fuel pump replaced in my 2019 Highlander, as part of the recall, 9 days ago. Have you truly verified the fluid you are seeing is fuel? January 2022 Jason, MAZDA6 shuts down while driving fuel pump not monitored, may be no engine light etc. 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. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. If you do find gas, you should consider your Subaru Tribeca undrivable until you have it repaired. Pretty vague to say you had a fuel leak somewhere twice and paid $800 and $1200 to have it repaired and just doesnt help anyone. Although I enjoy the smell of gasoline (don't lie, I think we all do, right? document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); document.getElementById( "ak_js_3" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); document.getElementById( "ak_js_4" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Please note: Top Class Actions is not a settlement At 30k for most new cars, it had better right? 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. Turns out an installed gasket was either pinched or torn or was just bad Temp dropped in the 20s again. For those that have not done the recall try to run as much gas out of the tank as you can when you take it in. You mentioned smoke testing from the engine compartment, I have no idea why? The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. Thanks for your input! It should go away on its own over time, but if you want to accelerate the process you can tip the seat forward and vacuum the carpet (or if you have one of those Bissel Green Machine extractor vacuums, those are amazing for this) and/or use a bit of soap and water to scrub the carpets in that area. The fuel leaks out onto the top of the engine block from the fuel line creating a possible fire hazard. Seems to me the 2.0 DIT is sensitive to overfill when it comes to crankcase There is a huge thread in the warranty section about the fuel smell issue. This is a fan and owner/driver community. Do I have the same rubber fuel line fittings? They promised to try and clean it out. Apparently, its a common problem to have a strong smell of gas after. Keep a nostril on it for a bit. Subaru did the right thing by recalling over 200,000 vehicles that are at risk of stalling out because of a defect in their Denso fuel pumps. Just had a below 10 night here in Chicago and gas smell returned. Great info!! I have a 2005 OB XT 5-spd and the raw gas smell just started for the first time. I have a 2019 ex, It is not for all Insights. The smell is so strong!! Thanks for the great information. expected to be mailed out. 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. Oct 2, 2010. I looked under the hood last night and saw dampness in only one place: down on the floor of the engine compartment (on the plastic weather cover) on the passenger side, around/under where the oil filter is. Wow my daughter has had this same problem for a few. I have put the car on a lift at work and give it the old lookseedoodle. Another reason you may experience a burning smell coming from your Outback is oil on If you are consistently gassing up and smelling gas after, you can rule this one out. The cars recalled include Subaru Outback wagons manufactured between June 29, 2018 and Feb. 19, 2019. Ascent Forums, The Largest 2019 and newer Subaru Ascent community & owners club. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. 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. 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. Justin, this is a great thread. I have a strong four door and bluish smoke coming from my 2011. No smell for over two. Not sure if they did because the smell is still pretty strong. Here are the most common things that would make your Tribeca smell like gas outside of a fuel leak itself, which is covered I have a 2004 forester xt. I tightened clamps on the driver side of the engine compartment. Gas caps are inexpensive and easy to replace. With more than 274 million vehicles traveling Americans highways and byways each year, driver safety is a serious matter. If gas fumes are related to a gas cap or any other thing allowing fuel vapor out of the fuel system it would cause a CEL to come on. The fire may occur even while the vehicle is turned Hasnt occurred during other winters, so maybe some of the rubber fuel lines are bad now and need to be replaced. So this post is not about a huge or gross fuel leak, which is what it sounds like you had, which can occur on any car. The gas caps job is to keep the fuel vapor and fuel in the gas tank. I have A 2005 XT as well and have replaced the lines at 91k. Going to look at it tonight, while the engine is running. I was test driving the car after trying ti fix an exhaust system rattle and noticed a distinct fresh gas odor both inisde the car and outside as well. 1-888-234-2138 is the number for Honda recalls. But the line should be inspected for cracking and if cracked replaced. 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? For information on deleting the cookies, please consult your browsers help function. This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Since this is a newer OB and not a cold weather problem I have to post my question! 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. Did that after it had been in the garage. car sits in garage (unusual) for a few days during the big 22/48h snow storm w a lo temp of -10F.. 1 cup worth of gas puddled below a seam line-just shy of the rr passenger door never smelled gas but car stay out side 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. The hose I found leaking,(about 4 inches long)was under the driver side intake manifold, below the spark plug wires. Doesn't smell at all anymore. Owner of 2017 Subaru Outback 3.6R. It was lierally running out of the connection and laying on top of the hot manifold. I started getting the gas smell for last couple of days in my Acura RDX 2020, I checked NHTSA and Acura site, there are no current recalls for my VIN. I don't know WHY they wouldn't have techs trained and equipped to empty a gas tank routinely before starting a job like this. We are not associated in any way with Honda Motor Company. After driving, there is a gas odor near the passenger rear tire. When I picked up the car, I had a strong gasoline smell in the car which I hoped would be short-term. 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 WebA screeching sound is one of the most typical indications that your Subarus fuel pump is failing. Whats strange is that I used to live in Alaska with much colder temps and never had this issue. that reports on class action lawsuits, class action settlements, Tighten, but dont crush the metal fuel line. Shouldnt this be a recall problem? I'm nearly 100% certain this is the case for the Ascent as well. Ill be keeping a close eye on this from now on, as this obviously could end up being a disaster. Replacement fuel pumps should also be subject to the class action lawsuit! Unless you bring the car to me I cant tell you how much its going to cost you to fix it. At which point is it your car and not Subarus is the question? That is RIDICULOUS, Cheryl. Tribeca Smells Like Gas: No Fuel Leak. ), my toddlers might not and probably is not too good for their developing lungs. Theyve been a GREAT help. Had the same exact issue when I took mine in. Owners may contact Subaru they added gas and it was fine- Notify me of follow-up comments by email. I couldn't believe it even as I read it. I understand the only during the winter thing but its like saying your roof only leaks when it rains. but wouldnt it have stopped running if it was out of gas? Your Subarus Yes if the fuel leak is in fact one of the lines under the intake manifold it would require removal of the intake manifold to resolve. The rubber fuel lines are in extreme conditions, subject to heat and fuel which depending on what type of fuel is used can affect how long the line lasts. When I filled it all the way, the odor came back. The dealer (Stohlman in Tyson's Corner, VA) recommended bringing the car in with less than 1/4 tank of gas. First of all, theres nothing simple about this fix. Third try, same result. If you dont have a check engine light, then gasoline fumes are still evaporating. Fuel then runs down side of tank onto the exhaust. Let is sit for a little time. I get that.. there is a leak somewhere It could catch fire. I want to know what to tell my mechanic as they have obviously had no idea what to do to permanently fix this issue for the past 6 years. 2005 Subaru Outback 3.0 R L.L. Any ideas as to where my leak might be coming from, or how I could find the right clamp to tighten? Required fields are marked *. Got the smell of gas inside cabin after a refill (I didnt overfill, just standard filling). The clamp is upside down meaning you cant put a tool ( Phillips) on it to tighten it. While I hope I can speak for all my fellow techs when I say we take utmost caution in trying not to drip any on the carpet, it's easier said than done with the ascent's design in particular. I looked at the tank, lines, and the injectors and I saw no leaks. Check out this sticky thread for more info. A burning rubber smell is almost always, in fact, burning rubber. But did they skip over another At random intervals, the engine will hesitate to start. They told me to have half or less fuel, which I was pretty close to. I don't care whose fault it is. This was my first Subaru and probably my last. dealer looked and said: not the pump, I ran of Gas? If the o-ring was pinched, the check engine light would come on real soon. The controller Pulse Width Modulates the power going to the fuel pump. This causes your Tribeca to have a gas smell coming from the exhaust pipes and a noticeable smell of gas. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. My 2004 Subaru Baja Turbo has had this problem for the past 3 winters. WVK-21 for 2002-2003 Subaru WRX Models resolves a fuel leak from the fuel line under the intake manifold during cold weather I think I had just over a quarter of a tank of gas 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. Ascent Forums, The Largest 2019 and newer Subaru Ascent community & owners club. Up until I ran into this major issue, I thought Subaru had a good car. If you have just gassed up, you may have pulled somewhere where fuel was on the ground. I hope everyone who has a Subaru with a leak posts a comment. The company expects notices to start mailing out on June 5. Like /u/Nerfo2 said, if it was installed incorrectly it'd throw a code pretty quick, so if you're not getting a check engine light I'd guess there's a couple drops in the carpet under that seat. The recall began June 4, 2020. If your Subaru Outback has a burning smell, there are many potential causes. For its part, Subaru said it had no evidence the flaw has actually caused any accidents or driver injuries. Not looking forward to a $600 charge (more in Cdn$ !) After my fuel pump recall three weeks ago, I had no gas smell whatsoever inside, which is what I would expect. I had that for about a week. Camden, NJ December 23, 2022 Subaru (OTCMKTS:FUJHY) is recalling 271,694 of their 2019 2022 Subaru Ascent SUVs because their electrical components may overheat and melt. 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 RECALL NO. 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. The recall order affects much of Subarus 2018 What should I tell my dealer to do (not always up to date like you are). Questions: Put it up on jack stands, take a flashlight and start hunting around. In case someone needs to see where the problem is, I posted couple photos here: https://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/gas-smell-inside-cabin-151908.html?p=4229774#post4229774. Had very strong gas smell in 2003 Forester last week in 15? When I'm not behind the wheel or the keyboard, you can find me exploring a new city on foot or planning my next trip. WebC $34.56 Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for WIX 33040 Fuel Filter - Gas Pump Line gm at the best online prices at Free shipping for many products. I live in the Seattle area and rust is not an issue, so I just cant answer what commonly rusts on your car as I just dont experience that here. Looking at what you've said you're mods are, that shouldn't be the issue though. Of course that was a few years ago. brake line recall was for element exposure from gap in shield.. wouldnt that gap also expose my fuel things too? But I couldnt see a clamp or fuel line anywhere. Your email address will not be published. We often see that the hose has contracted away from the clamp and a few turns of the fastener stops the leak. When this happens, the problem slowly goes away and should not return. 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. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Top Class Actions is a Proud Member of the American Bar Association, Various Trademarks held by their respective owners. drug injury lawsuits and product liability lawsuits. Yes, after one my pumps were replaced. I live in NJ and it is hard for me to get to him and try to fix the problem, he needs to drive the car to me, hopefully the weather will warm up and the leak will stop long enough for him to drive the car to me. If this is the case, it can make its way up into your Tribecas cabin. I have a 2000 Outback with very bad fuel smell during the winter. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. This is a first time for this issue in our OB. Save products you love, products you own and much more! I doubt the tank has to be dropped to get the fuel pump out. They've already performed the recall fix by replacing the fuel pump, but my car still smells of gas. But yesterday it started smelling again. The freeze has just settled in here in Chicago. In your position I'd be hammering Honda corporate right now, but either way sorry you received poor service. Thanks in advance. Is this normal? As the leak location is at the top of the tank fuel leaking is highly unlikely while driving, most likely you'll get a gas smell while refueling. Not in every case but I suspect thats the deal here. 2004 Legacy wagon with 153,000 miles. As a result, you may avoid becoming stranded someplace with a faulty fuel pump by keeping an open ear. Have you tried using the Recirculate feature? So you understand #WVK-21 is a recall to the 2002 and 2003 WRX where Subaru redesigned the fuel line right? Do you know that on other methods of transportation the fuel lines are replaced on a schedule? We still dont recognize that sign in. This was my first Subaru and probably my last. Tightened those and it seems to have taken care of the problem. When a car has fuel pump problems, the engine might not get enough fuel to run properly, or at all. The original recall letter said 90 minutes. The first pertains to the 2002 to 2003 Subaru Impreza WRX, Subaru first had a TSB (Technical Service Bulletin) and updated fuel line components and then a full fledgedrecallto address the leak, but if you bought your WRX used you may beunaware of the Recall. It stalled on my wife 5 times today after filling up. As part of that commitment, weve made it easy to learn more Jan 29, 2017. A total of 86,278 of those models are affected, the CarComplains.com site says. Eventually it can fill the entire intake up and leak everywhere. Your username maybe be your email address. I love the car, but the PO did not maintain it well through many Chicago winters. At that time I also was having a problem with the remote start. Ascent, Forester, Impreza, Outback, other vehicles are included. 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. I care that the problem persists and has not been solved. 2001 OBW with the exact same issue. Thanks for the feedback. Four of Subarus models are involved in the latest recall reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. At the end of the day, it ends up being the technician that is blamed for the fuel line leaking again down the road. When this happens itll throw off the air/fuel mixture. Unfortunately, I cant come to your shop, as I am in Quebec. 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. 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