2006 Dodge Durango: gas smell in the cabin

Filed Sep 23, 2026 · Fuel system · 180,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal gasoline odor coming from the vehicle with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact inspected the vehicle and discovered fuel leaking on the top of the fuel tank. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 180,000.

Filed Dec 31, 2011 · Engine · 53,000 miles · OH

Exhaust started ticking and upon investigating found 2 rear manifold bolts broken off allowing exhaust fumes to leak into engine compartment. Talked to dodge dealer and found it is a very common problem and very expensive to repair.

Filed Dec 4, 2011 · Fuel system · WA

I have filled up my vehicle on multiple occasions since I have purchased this vehicle used. Every time I fill it up the gas tank bubbles and is shoots a decent amount of gas out of the tank onto the ground and down the side of my car. This causes my car to smell like gasoline and leaves a puddle of approx 1 cup of gas on the ground. At first I thought it was a particular gas stations nozzle, but after going to multiple different stations, I have encountered the same problem. I have not contacted dodge about this problem, but I will be soon. I know there currently is no recall for this, but there should be, this is an extreme safety hazard to have gas flying out of the gas tank.

Filed Sep 5, 2011 · Fuel system · 75,000 miles · OR

Each time I refuel my 2006 dodge durango, fuel spills out the filler neck and and onto the ground. I have to warn the pump attendant that fuel will spill out on them if they are standing nearby. If my window is down the vehicle will fill up with gasoline fumes. Our children have complained about the fumes in the back of the vehicle after leaving the gas station. The puddle from the spilled gasoline on the ground is ab out 1.5 to 2.5 feet in diameter.

Filed Apr 4, 2011 · Fuel system · 46,500 miles · OH

When recently filling the gas tank on our 2006 dodge durango slt with about 46k miles from near empty, about 1-2 cups of gasoline came spraying back out of the filler, and for the rest of the day the interior of the car had a strong gas odor, making my wife and two children nauseous. I have seen several other complaints of this on this website http://dodgeforum.com/forum/2nd-gen-durango/190747-gas-fill-overflow-on-my-06-durango-14.html.

Filed Feb 4, 2011 · Fuel system · 57,000 miles · IA

I have a 2006 dodge durango. Everytime I fuel the vehicle gas spills from the filler neck when it nears the full point. This will happen whether I am running the pump by hand or whether I have the pump in auto fill. I have tried several different gas stations also. If you are not paying attention fuel comes out with enough pressure to cover a person from the knee area down. Not only am I covered in gas but the outside of the vehicle and the ground below are also. The inside of the vehicle has a very strong gas odor. I feel like this creates a huge safety concern for myself, my children, and the next person to pull up to that pump that now has gas on his tires and shoes. All it would take would be a small ignition source to have a serious accident. I have checked with dodge and there is no recall covering this issue for my year model. This seems to be very common on durangos between the 2005-2007 years. The 2005 year has been identified as a defect for recall. Why haven't they realized all of the years are?

Filed Dec 16, 2010 · Fuel system · 97,800 miles · TX

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 dodge durango. While adding fuel to the vehicle the contact noticed that an excessive amount of fuel sprayed back on her, the ground and the vehicle. She also stated that occasionally a few days later the smell of fuel was in the vehicle. She referenced recall 05v034000, fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap and stated that she did not understand why this recall did not include the 2006 vehicles. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who advised her that the entire fuel tank needed replacing. She stated that the pre-owned vehicle was purchased on october 15, 2010 and she noticed the failure, the following day. A complaint was filed with the manufacturer. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 97,800 and the current mileage was 99,300.

Filed Nov 3, 2009 · Fuel system · 30,000 miles · TX · 1 injury

Have begun experiencing overfilling of fuel tank during pumping at fuel stations. Problem occurs at various locations and is not fuel-provider specific. The resulting gas spill is significant and affects the individual pumping the fuel as well as spilling on the vehicle to a degree that fuel fumes are present in the interior of the closed vehicle. Contacted local dodge dealer, as well as, dodge corporate and both have refused to pursue matter despite a recall of the 2005 model year (with the same body style) for the same defect.

Filed Mar 24, 2009 · Fuel system · 27,500 miles · PA

Fuel tank overflow I have a 2006 dodge durango that I absolutely "love" except the fact that the past 2 months has developed a problem. Every time I fill up with gas (even at different stations), my gas tank over fills and gas is "gushing" out and a good amount is lost. My concern is not so much the expense in waste of extra gas I need to pay for. But, I have gas dripping down the side of my truck and in between my bumper fascia. And, this also causes a great scent of gasoline that also somehow gets into the vehicle, and lingers for quite a bit of time afterwards. I hate the smell of gas. I now fill up when I do not have my3 kids in the truck due to the smell and gas fumes are known to cause cancer. I have done some research and discover a recall id# 58886 which seems to describe the same exact situation I am having. Unfortunate for me, this recall was for 2005 dodge durango's and not 2006. I have also been on the phone with dodge about this problem many times they keep telling me they never heard of the problem keep telling them same problem as the o5. I would like to have this situation investigated. I would like to request a recall for 2006 dodge durango's be considered as well. It does make me feel a little better knowing I am not alone with this problem. This is still a consistent problem that really, for safety reason must be resolved. Unfortunately, there are many inconsiderate people that I have come across at gas stations that take pleasure in discarding their lit cigarettes onto the ground. And, I will be very upset (if I was to live) if that ignited light came in contact with gas that has spilled out of my vehicle. I greatly thank you for taking the time to read my concern. And, I really am hoping that you can help to resolve my situation, and others in my area.

Filed Mar 7, 2009 · Fuel system · 60,000 miles · NJ

Fuel tank overflow I have a 2006 dodge durango that I absolutely "love" except the fact that the past 12 months has developed a problem. Every time I fill up with gas (even at different stations), my gas tank over fills and gas is "gushing" out and a good amount is lost. My concern is not so much the expense in waste of extra gas I need to pay for. But, I have gas dripping down the side of my truck and in between my bumper fascia. And, this also causes a great scent of gasoline that also somehow gets into the vehicle, and lingers for quite a bit of time afterwards. I have purchased this vehicle mainly for the safety and security it has given me while driving my 4 year old son. He hates the smell of gas. I now fill up when I do not have him in the truck. I have done some research and discover a recall id# 58886 which seems to describe the same exact situation I am having. Unfortunate for me, this recall was for 2005 dodge durango's and not 2006. I would like to have this situation investigated. I would like to request a recall for 2006 dodge durango's be considered as well. In speaking with my gas station petroleum pumper's, they all (at various stations such as sunoco and hess) mention to me that a lot of durango that come in have that problem. So, it does make me feel better knowing I am not alone. This is still a consistent problem that really, for safety reason must be resolved. Unfortunately, there are many inconsiderate people that I have come across at gas stations that take pleasure in discarding their lit cigarettes onto the ground. And, I will be very upset (if I was to live) if that ignited light came in contact with gas that has spilled out of my vehicle. I greatly thank you for taking the time to read my concern. And, I really am hoping that you can help to resolve my situation, and others in my area.