About 3 weeks ago I started to slightly smell gas around my car. As I drove it the smell started getting worse and I noticed what looks like a gas leak leaking from under the drivers side back door area under my car. So I took it to Meadlins Auto Care to be diagnosed and they said that the lower intank fuel pump needs to be replaced and that the car is very dangerous to drive because of the gas fumes leaking inside and outside of the vehicle.
2013 Audi Q7: gas smell in the cabin
7 of the 44 complaints about the 2013 Audi Q7 describe gas smell in the cabin.
- owner complaints
- 7
- of this car's complaints
- 16%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 5 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Gas smell in the cabin by model year
What owners say
The contact owns a 2013 Audi Q7. The contact stated that there was a fuel odor inside the vehicle that became stronger over time. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic and was diagnosed with fuel pump failure. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The manufacturer informed the contact that the vehicle was included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 17V298000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); and the recall repair had been completed on May 14, 2018. The contact was referred to the dealer for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 156,000.
Lately, I have been adding coolant to my car - 2013 Audi Q& TDI and Motor Oil for unknown reasons why it was happening. It started last year, 2023. I thought it was a normal thing that the oil level and coolant level kept on getting depleted. Comparing with my other car, i.e. a 2016 Toyota Avalon, I never encountered these problems My Audi car was serviced sometime 2018 and apparently all gaskets of the engine were replaced after I complained about severe leaking of oil inside my car garage. Until I went online to get if there were similar complaints of other users of this car were reported. My friend's car of same Audi model was also experiencing the same issue. I was also observing a similar gas smell inside my Audi car, whenever I start the engine and my air vent is not closed for couple of months. When I had it serviced to check my vent filter, the mechanic also noticed that there was leaking oil near the filter housing. The brake power is so low despite having it serviced for brake assist recall sometime in 2016 despite new Brake pads were installed. I also noticed that the brake fluid was getting lower sometime July 2023. Looking at the list of recalls - these complaints were not addressed by those 3 recalls reported to the federal safety agency.
The contact owns a 2013 Audi Q7. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH and at various speeds, there was an abnormal gasoline odor inside the vehicle. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact became aware of fuel forming a puddle on the driveway. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The contact researched online and related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 17V298000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The failure mileage was approximately 215,000.
First thing is fuel smell in cabin very dangerous for me as well as any passengers Next is transmission there is no way telling how much fluid is in the vehicle that should be monitored by the consumer they have a right to know Front & rear axles seem to get worn quickly must be a problem in the drivetrain somewhere
Please help! Strong fuel odor located under the driver, passenger side. No faults reported when turning on the vehicle. Fuel tank under vehicle shows evidence of fuel leak coming from the top. Vehicle was purchased as brand new, I'm the first owner in 2013 straight from audi dealership. Upon further investigation, after removing back passenger seat on the driver side, when removing round silver fuel cover, noticed some type of black tape or goo was melting above the fuel filter. Hard to describe, see attached images. After turning the vehicle halfway on, not fully, I can see fuel leaking off the top, possible crack that was covered by black goo or tape. Vehicle will run out of fuel 2-3 days after filling full tank.
Strong gasoline smell inside the passenger compartment and outside the car upon exiting. No leaks on ground. Suspect cracked fuel pump flange
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Audi Q5 and 2013-2017 Audi Q7 vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump flange if cracks are present. Flanges that do not have cracks will have a protective film applied. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began July 3, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1‑800‑253‑2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20Z8. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 16V‑660.
Recall number 17V298000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2013 Audi Q7 fuel smell
Is gas smell in the cabin a common problem on the 2013 Audi Q7?
7 of 44 owner complaints about the 2013 Audi Q7 (16%) mention gas smell in the cabin. The model year with the most reports is 2007.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2013 Audi Q7?
There is 1 recall and 5 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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