I have a 2002 subaru impreza wagon, also known as the "outback sport". the car reeks of gasoline recently. subaru recently recalled some 2002 imprezas because the fuel line leaked fuel in cold weather. the recall # is 09v468000. it has been quite cold here in nc recently with temps in the teens and 20s. the problem with my car seems identical to the problem that was the subject of the recall, but my car model was not included in the recall. the gas smell is very strong and i am afraid that this could be dangerous and set my car and possibly my house on fire. *tr
Recall notice 09v468000 for 2002 subaru impreza wrx. *nj the consumer stated he experienced the same problem with his vehicle as stated in the recall he received. as a result, he paid for the replacement of the fuel line and hose. the consumer is requesting reimbursement. *jb
My 2002 subaru impreza wrx has a raw fuel/gasoline smell in the cabin when the vents are on outside air. it is most noticable at startup, or when the car is stationary, but running. i've had the problem since my first winter in the automobile (winter '01-'02) and i have been consistantly reassured (by 2 dealers) that it's "completely normal" to have the fuel smell, and to keep my vents on recirculate until the car is warm. i believe there is a tsb issued by soa, however i am out of warranty, and many dealers will not acknowledge the tsb. the fuel smell is strong enough to cause a headache, and certainly smells strong enough to be hazardous in the bay of an internal combustion engine. the smell also seems dangerously close to the turbo/exhaust manifold side of the engine bay, which is obviously very hot.
Fuel smell inside car during cold whether. *ak