My grandson and I were shopping, then I filled my gas tank. We then went into the grocery store came out, smelled gas and looked under car. It is leaking gas, we hurried home--went from full tank to 1/4 full tank in 58 miles. It is sitting and not driven. And I have a 2003 rendezvous that has a gas smell that is very strong but hasn't leaded out gas yet.
2004 Buick Rendezvous: gas smell in the cabin
10 of the 200 complaints about the 2004 Buick Rendezvous describe gas smell in the cabin.
- owner complaints
- 10
- of this car's complaints
- 5%
- typical mileage
- 101,000
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls for this area of the car. See below
Gas smell in the cabin by model year
What owners say
Whenever I put gas into my car there is a strong unbearable gas odor in the car.
While driving the anti-lock and awd lite on and smell of gas from inside of cabin and sometimes from under the hood . Also when trying to accelerate the car bogs and the RPM fo high but the carvseama to lose power . Ob2 code is p0445
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 buick rendezvous. While the vehicle was parked, there was a strong fuel odor and a fuel leak was noticed from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to reliable buick gmc (400 automall dr, roseville, ca 95661, (916) 783-5233) where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank check valve was cracked and leaking. The contact was informed that the fuel tank needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 07v349000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer offered no further assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 175,000. *tt
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 buick rendezvous. The contact observed an abnormal fuel odor within the vehicle without warning. In addition, a slow drip from the fuel tank was observed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who confirmed that there was a leak from the fuel tank. The contact then called the local dealer (buick gmc of kirkland, 12335 120th ave ne, kirkland, wa, 98034) where an appointment was scheduled. The dealer diagnosed that there was a fracture within the fuel tank inlet check valve. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 03v454000 (fuel system) or 07v349000 (fuel system). The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer was contacted and provided case number: 8-34895551467. The case was escalated, but the manufacturer denied the claim and stated that they would not cover it nor was the vehicle included in the prior recalls. The failure mileage was approximately 50,100.
*vt* - on two different occasions my 2004 buick rendezvous has caused the inside of the car to fill up with strong gasoline smell. When checking the ground I discovered it was leaking gasoline. I was told that there was no more recall on my VIN# - however, I'm discovering that other 2004 buick rendezvouses are reporting the same of similar problem under campaign #07v349000. I was never notified of a recall for this issue, which could be a very serious safety issue, as I haul around by very young grandchildren. What? Does someone have to die before this issue is addressed properly?
Recently the cabin is filling with the smell of gas fumes while at idle and filling at gas station. There is no service engine light coming on, indicating some sort of leak in the fuel entrance to the tank. There is a recall #06230 that directly relates to this, however I am told that my vehicle was made a little later and gm had determined the later produced vehicles did not have the problem that required the fuel tank to be replaced. I think this needs to be investigated further.
When letting the car warm up in the morning, the car is overcome with a strong fuel smell, so much so that we had to roll down the windows when we entered the vehicle and while driving to air it out. This has continued fairly regularly, and is still as strong as before when it happens. I am even afraid of any spark because the smell is so strong.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 buick rendezvous. The contact smelled a very strong gasoline odor in the garage. She took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and they found a fuel leak. The VIN was excluded from the federal safety agency campaign id number 03v454000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage). The current and failure mileages were 11,000.
Strong fuel smell upon cold start up, smell would dissipate after warm up. Found fuel leak at fuel pressure regulator. Nothing had been done to date, problem just now found.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: storage
- What is wrong
- On certain vehicles, variations in the manufacturing process or exposure to high ambient temperatures may lead to fracture of the fuel tank inlet check valve (icv).
- Risk
- A fracture may allow fuel vapors to pass through and allow droplets of fuel to accumulate on the side of the fuel tank. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel tank. The recall will be mailed in two phases with the first phase beginning on december 4, 2007. The second phase will be mailed on december 13, 2007. Owners may contact buick at 1‑866‑608‑8080; chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438; or pontiac at 1‑800‑620‑7668. The vehicle population includes buick rendezvous and pontiac aztek vehicle built in may 2003; chevrolet venture and pontiac montana vehicles built from june through august 2002; and all vehicles registered in nevada, arizona, virgin islands, puerto rico, and hawaii.
Recall number 07V349000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: storage
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, a weld between the fuel tank inlet check valve and the fuel tank can fail.
- Risk
- If these parts separate, the driver may notice an odor of fuel, the service engine soon or check engine light may illuminate, and/or fuel may leak onto the ground. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the serial number of the fuel tank to see if it is on the list of affected tanks. If the serial number matches, the fuel tank will be replaced. Owner notification began november 4, 2003. Owners should contact buick at 1‑866‑608‑8080 or pontiac at 1‑800‑620‑7668.
Recall number 03V454000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2004 Buick Rendezvous fuel smell
Is gas smell in the cabin a common problem on the 2004 Buick Rendezvous?
10 of 200 owner complaints about the 2004 Buick Rendezvous (5%) mention gas smell in the cabin. The model year with the most reports is 2002.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2004 Buick Rendezvous?
There are 2 recalls and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2004 Buick Rendezvous
Stalling 38Fuel gauge 15ABS 9Fuel leak 9Check engine light 8Won't start 7No deployment 6Fuel pump 6
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