Since you did not smell the gas when you picked it up it sounds like they did not Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Nearly all modern vehicles have an access panel under a seat or floorboard, so the fuel pump can be accessed from the top. Ive been surfing the web and this Subaru fuel leak seems to be the norm. Replacing tank would have been $1000+ and not fixed problem maybe. I think something like this is somewhat likely in your case, given the strong odor. Thought maybe they spilled fuel and it would evaporate. They wanted to keep it overnight and evaluate it the next day. The smell is very strong the colder it is. Sorry the Forester has let you down and I truly hope what ever you buy next, treats you better. A cars fuel pump moves the fuel from the cars gas tank to the engine. They've already performed the recall fix by replacing the fuel pump, but my car still smells of gas. Carbon monoxide poisoning from exhaust fumes have killed many as it is an odourless gas. My gas leak the first time was actually pouring gas out at the leak site. Mine also smelled like gasoline for a good week after the service, but it did go away, just as they told me it should. My question is, Is there a trick to fitting a hose that is longer than the space between the two fittings?. Wow my daughter has had this same problem for a few. 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. 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. Since you did not smell the gas when you picked it up it sounds like they did not install the top ring properly. I have A 2005 XT as well and have replaced the lines at 91k. Their answer was there is not protocol for this. They would not say anything else. This is just a follow up to a prior post about a strong fuel smell on the very cold mornings after the car has sat overnignt. (see problem#2) too little fuel in tank, pump couldnt grab what it needed to maintain speed. Thanks for the input. Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 Gas can leak from a variety of places in your Subaru, from the gas dealer says the tank is rusted..$1200. Must be FUEL PUMP or controller issue. Can't Ad-free. 2001 OBW with the exact same issue. Replacing those fuel lines is a bear! It is now Sept. and I finally took it to my dealer. Looking at what you've said you're mods are, that shouldn't be the issue though. With more than 274 million vehicles traveling Americans highways and byways each year, driver safety is a serious matter. Its horrible. Lastly the fuel pump is housed in side of the Gas Tank. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. However, this can result in some functions no longer being available. 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. I'm guessing here but think this may depend on the quality of workmanship and the dealership. You need to take it back. Not in every case but I suspect thats the deal here. Since this is a newer OB and not a cold weather problem I have to post my question! https://reddit.com/r/hondainsight/comments/gwv18z/what_we_know_the_fuel_pump_recall_check_here/. After 12 days I brought it back to the dealer. This is a common problem for the 2008 Corvette. 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 Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Thanks in advance. On the other hand, slight leaking fuel at the engine or around a supply line would not. Ive taken it to my local shop and they couldnt diagnose. So I went under the car and removed the little plastic oil filter access flap and I was staring right at the leak. 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 I have the service manual but cannot find a step by step on replacement. But first check around the fuel filter (next to the driver side strut tower), and then follow those lines to the intake manifold. It stalled on my wife 5 times today after filling up. Went to Subaru dealer. With the recent cold (-12 today here in Colorado Springs), I noticed twice this week the STRONG fuel smell driving into work. I have a 2019 ex, It is not for all Insights. Thats odd that they did not clean up the car after the repair. Gotta hold Honda accountable. In some cases, the vehicle might not start at all, according to the automotive website Autoblog. I missed the one up by the power steering pump. I am a little concerned about the waiting so long to take it in, and also waiting for repairs, fuel leaks even small ones are to be taken very seriously. How many fuel line hoses are there and which should be replaced? James H. Thank you very much for the info! Some people have gotten dealers or SOA to pay for repairs. There is a huge thread in the warranty section about the fuel smell issue. There are 2 very typical, minor but very strong smelling fuel leaks we see lots andoftenthis time of year. This was my first Subaru and probably my last. Just my opinion. The smells happens with the climate control in any position except off!! I care that the problem persists and has not been solved. A Subaru spokesman told CR that there have been no crashes or injuries related to this recall. If there is anything that youd like to add, please leave a comment below. There are 2 We use cookies to improve functionality and performance, enhance user experience, and provide tailored content. Thanks for the postings. I'm satisfied. Not looking forward to a $600 charge (more in Cdn$ !) Required fields are marked *. It kinda infuriates me the longer I think about it, actually. 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. The gas caps job is to keep the fuel vapor and fuel in the gas tank. they added gas and it was fine- I had my fuel pump replaced under the recall, this last Thursday. Is this a recall for all insights? Is there something the should be doing that they have not done as this is not a new issue. There were about 35k miles on the car when this started happening. In the event you feel you have an affected model you should contact an authorized Subaru repairFacilityand find out if your vehicle falls under the recall. temps. Your email address will not be published. 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? Did notice on the repair ticket that the fuel tank was emptied before the fuel pump replacement and then the fuel was replaced afterwards, seemed like a good idea with less chance of fuel spillage. Can you explain exactly what fuel lines to change (maybe a picture with arrows to the right hoses), and whether we should use aftermarket hoses or trust more Subaru ones? I am sorry but I have no idea how much someone else would charge you to work on your car. Mark. Four of Subarus models are involved in the latest recall reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. WebA total of over 180,000 Subarus in the U.S. are affected by this fuel pump impeller recall including; 2019 Subaru Ascents produced from June 26, 2018 through January 18, 2019, I didnt have a lot of time last night AND it was like 0 degrees. Ascent Forums, The Largest 2019 and newer Subaru Ascent community & owners club. 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. 1-888-234-2138 is the number for Honda recalls. A burning rubber smell is almost always, in fact, burning rubber. Thanks. The payment for your account couldn't be processed or you've canceled your account with us. It was filthy with sand everywhere. I had that for about a week. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. I looked at the tank, lines, and the injectors and I saw no leaks. 2019 Subaru Ascent Touring (Canadian Edition) -- Ice Silver Metallic, Took 2 weeks to clear out the odours with windows open in my garage, 2019 CRP Ascent Limited w/#23 Built July 2018. A faulty fuel pump is the cause. problem #2 next week Thank you Bernadette. All Wheel Drive Auto LLC. Our 01 Legacy started leaking fuel couple days ago, and the culprit was the rubber line on the passenger side, behind that bracket. I understand the only during the winter thing but its like saying your roof only leaks when it rains. Tightened those and it seems to have taken care of the problem. Put it up on jack stands, take a flashlight and start hunting around. 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. but wouldnt it have stopped running if it was out of gas? This may lead to a vehicle fire, increasing the risk of property damage, crash, and injury. Specifically, where the neck meets the tank. 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. At first, I thought I could just bend the hose into U and slip it into the two metal ends, now Im not sure the tube will bend enough to slip over both sides. The issues isnt the lines need to be replaced its that due to ownership cost reports 1/2 of what one will pay for over 300,000 miles is clearly left out by all manufactures. He has ordered the fuel lines. The factory clamps only get so-so tight. They said nothing about the fuel level; I only heard about it the day before when the dealer called to confirm the appointment, and it was just dumb luck that I was almost out of gas. Influence-free. If you are the type of person that likes to squeeze in the last half gallon by making the pump click 5 times, know that your Tribeca was not meant to be fueled like that. After driving, there is a gas odor near the passenger rear tire. Jan 15, 2007. This would be a NEWER/LATER manufacture fuel pump more susceptible to design or workmanship defects. Is this normal or should I go back and start asking questions? Jan 29, 2017. My advice, DO NOT DO THIS JOB ON YOUR OWN, pay a qualified technicianbecause its a pain in the ass. I received a recall notice for a fuel pump problem. Subaru says it is unaware of any crashes or injuries related to this issue. 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. Keep a nostril on it for a bit. SKU:MA5045299.. For its part, Subaru said it had no evidence the flaw has actually caused any accidents or driver injuries. Car is due for a service now. The cars check engine light might also come on. The controller Pulse Width Modulates the power going to the fuel pump. So my question is does this mice chewing on the line sound for real? Gas Leak. Bring the vehicle in near empty. Going to look at it tonight, while the engine is running. This is the second recall related to fuel pumps on Subaru vehicles. Very insightful, thanks for the feedback. Is Your Subaru Experiencing Fuel Pump Problems? That seal is leaking worse, and may NOT have been the total culprit in the first place. The fire may occur even while the vehicle is turned They promised to try and clean it out. This is a fan and owner/driver community. Save products you love, products you own and much more! Any fuel leak must be addressed before you drive it or its a fire and unsafe condition waiting to occur. An auto shop ought to have a means of evacuating gas from a gas tank temporarily. That doesnt really correlate with what you are posting however, I suppose it could be leaking down the engine, but if its that severe it needs to be addressed before driving it at all. Or they pulled out the pump, went to lunch, and let the fuel smell marinate the interior. Definitely a possibilityit was nice out today and breezy, so I opened the windows all the way in the drive way for several hours and that seems to have helped quite a bit. Thought it would go away after a few days driving with windows open. I have a 2000 Outback with very bad fuel smell during the winter. I will write all this info. The typical place we see on the Turbo models such as the 2005 XT is one of the fuel lines under the intake manifold. Get it done, and hopefully your dealer will do its best to mitigate vapor absorption from the fabric. All involving 2019 model year vehicles. Fills the garage with dangerous gas fumes when car is parked inside. The fuel smell can come from so many different places. Oct 29, 2020 I had the recall done on my 2018 about a month ago and there was no gas smell. If your townhouse was built according to building codes then you'd be fine. Apr 30, 2021. Is it the grade of the hose, or the length, or the clamps? 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. It has a seal that can go bad over time. 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. According to CarComplaints, Subarus engineers determined the problem is a deformed impeller. Create a free account now to become a CR member. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts, https://reddit.com/r/hondainsight/comments/gwv18z/what_we_know_the_fuel_pump_recall_check_here/. The fuel line is made from rubber and the clamps stainless steel they have different expansion and contraction rates. Another reason you may experience a burning smell coming from your Outback is oil on WVK-21 for 2002-2003 Subaru WRX Models resolves a fuel leak from the fuel line under the intake manifold during cold weather then when he gets the car to me I will replace the hoses and clamps. I had all the car doors and rear hatch open for a couple of hours to change out the LED bulbs on Friday. Thanks. This will avoid clogging, reduce fuel flow, engine cutoffs and 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. Top Class Actions is a legal news source on I first discovered this about a month ago when the temps dropped here and I smelled gas in my own XT. I love the car, but the PO did not maintain it well through many Chicago winters. Does anyone know who much it costs approximately to repair and it is just this one fuel line that is the problem. 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. If this is the case, it can make its way up into your Tribecas cabin. Gasoline smell when fuel tank is above 1/2 full. the content you have visited before, Advertising: Gather personally identifiable information such as name and location, Advertising: Use information for tailored advertising with third parties, Advertising: Allow you to connect to social sites, Advertising: Identify device you are using. The seal for either Fuel pump or secondary fuel level sending unit to the fuel tank may be leaking. Okay I get it, paying for a repair on a 12 year old car is out of line. I had this work done on Tuesday morning (7/7). Unless you bring the car to me I cant tell you how much its going to cost you to fix it. Terms and Conditions. If its truly under the intake, does that mean I have to remove the intake to get at it? Required fields are marked *. Here are places that fuel will commonly leak from: If one of the fuel lines has been damaged, you should be able to find the leak by doing an inspection. 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 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. Since you mentioned it goes away when its off, I would suggest you are pulling in Exhaust from either the cars around you or possibly your car on mornings or even days when there is cold dense air, its just a fact of the internal combustion engine. I guess I didnt truly verify if it was gas. The 2.5 inch hose (Part Number: 807707130 ; 16630AA692; 16630AA700; 807707090; 807707120) bridges a .75 inch gap between two metal tubes (One tube comes from the fuel pipe-Left, the other comes from pipes that connect to the fuel pipe-Right). brake line recall was for element exposure from gap in shield.. wouldnt that gap also expose my fuel things too? administrator or law firm. Had mine done at Autonation Subaru, formerly Valley Motors, Hunt Valley, Maryland. I had found that if I only filled the tank 3/4 I did not get the odor. I have a 2001 Subaru outback with the same problem. All Rights Reserved. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); 2023 All Wheel Drive Auto LLC. Owners may contact Subaru There is one slight exception though. Theyve been a GREAT help. 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. Your email address will not be published. My local dealer wants to replace all gas lines for about $700; seems excessive. However, before any performance-related problems, an unusual sound might signal that the fuel pump is failing. thanks for all of your posts repair thoughts. your claim status, claim form or questions about when payments are The recall began June 4, 2020. I have owned 13 subdues in my household sive 1996. Oct 2, 2010. 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