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Strong gasoline odor after filling gas tank full. Check engine light comes on. Diagnostic code P0442 on car computer. No gas odor when filling tank only one-half full.
After filling up the tank on my Corvette, I started smelling gas fumes inside the car, and later in my garage. I left the car parked outside for a day, and after putting it back inside the garage, it continued to have a strong smell of gas. I checked the gas cap and it was secure. Dealer said to bring it in immediately.
Two months ago, the car would crank, but not start. After several tries, and waiting overnight to continue trying, I had the car taken to the dealer. Tow driver drops car off flatbed, service writer gets in to cycle through to get mileage, etc, and the car starts. No error codes. They keep it for a few days, but no further problem. Ten days ago, same problem. Tow driver tries to start the car to drive off flatbed, without success. Dealer observes the problem, but, again, car starts for the service writer, and no codes. Leave it for several days, but no repeat of the prob. A few days ago, same problem, except now the car is 'on the verge' of starting, not just cranking, and I can smell fuel (this was not the case previously). The car was low on fuel when I left, and the low fuel warning had come on a few miles before I stopped. So, I get some gas in the car, eventually 1/2 a tank, and now the car is just cranking, not 'on the verge', and aaa is called to tow it. At this point, the attempts are taking their toll on the battery, but I continue trying, and, while the tow truck is en route, it starts just like always (push button, engine starts, no lag or hesitation). Dealer thinks it's fuel related, but doesn't know what the problem is, so has no idea what to do. Online forums suggest that it's an overheated fuel pump relay, or connectors thereto, resulting ultimately in a complete fuse box replacement.
Strong gas smell when vehicle is parked after returning from driving. Seems to be coming from the gas tank area. No evidence of any gas leaking, just a strong smell. Can't park the Corvette in the garage for fear the gas fumes may ignite. Have an appointment with the dealer set for 7/9/18.
- Palmetto, FL, USA
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Vehicle was parked in the garage. Very strong gasoline odor. Checked under vehicle, no evidence of any leaks. Checked gas cap, cap is secure. Odor seems to be stronger near right rear wheel well. Checked internet. Seems to be a fairly common problem related to fuel tank evap or crossover lines.have to park vehicle outdoors due to gas waterheater in garage. Is fuel system covered under emissions warranty? vehicle mileage is 33K.
There is a smell of gas after filling the tank. Whether using hold the handle or the auto fill, when the nozzle clicks off, before removing the nozzle from the tank filler neck, I reach over and manually shut the pump off in one of two ways: 1) multiple handle pumps: Move the selected grade "pump lever" from the "up" (to pump) to the "down" (shut off) position, or 2) single handle pump for dispensing multiple grades of gasoline: Use a finger to push the actuator up to shut off the pump before replacing the handle on the pump. I never "top off" or "round up to the next cent or dollar" but there is still an odor of gas.
My fuel tank cracked on top, causing fuel to run down on to my exhaust system, very scary. I was in motion on the highway, didn't notice until I pulled into my friends carport, gas then leaked onto his driveway, causing fumes to get into his garage.
Very strong fuel smell from left rear wheel well. Goes away if tank is 1/2 full or less. Afraid to leave in garage overnight because fumes are so bad I'm worried about fire! vehicle has not been in any accidents or abused.
There is a fuel odor in the cockpit and the exterior of the vehicle. The odor is heavier when the gas tank is over half full. The odor appears stronger when the vehicle is parked.
Strong gas smell when above half full. Tested many times and is likely related to GM special coverage adjustment 15682, which describes problem perfectly (fuel pump fitting cracks), a very expensive fix. Many others like this posted here. However, dealer says my VIN is not included in special adjustment even though it is within the described year range (2007-2013). This is not right. Please help GM realize they didn't get all vins included that need to be. I bought my car in May 2013, so unlikely it should be precluded.
Strong fuel odor in the garage, around the left rear wheel well and inside the vehicle after parked for sometime. GM Chevrolet dealer diagnose the problem to crack fuel pump module left side behind the driver seat. GM Chevrolet has had the fuel module on backorder for the last week.
Strong gas odor in garage and car after parking. Dealer said fuel pump module is cracked, which means raw gas is being sprayed in area around fuel tank as you drive. Dealer says this is a known issue as he has 2 other customers with same problem.
Every time I fill up with gas I smell a strong odor of gas for the next few days until the fuel level goes down (driven daily). I can smell the gas odor in and outside of the vehicle and it also fills up my garage with gas fumes. I do not overfill when putting gas in. After looking into this it appears to be a common problem with leaks in the fuel pump to fuel tank area or cracks around tank fittings, and should be looked into as a very serious safety issue.
Strong fuel smell coming from left side of car. Fuel leaks from fitting at top of fuel pump assembly in left side tank. Many of us Corvette forum owners have had this happen. There's even a you-tube video showing where the "crack" occurs. Not acceptable to have to repair this after only 3 years of ownership.
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- Madera, CA, USA