2010 Ford Escape: gas smell in the cabin

Filed Jan 23, 2025 · Fuel system · IN

I filled up the tank and the inside smells like fuel, and it leaks underneath it. I checked online and they had a recall for the same year but the 3.0 engine, mine is the 2.5L. I took it to the mechanich and it has the exact same issue as those that have been recalled. The fueld delivery system flange is cracked and leaking fuel. I called ford and my car is not under that recall but it has the exact same issue. I need to pay it myself now and I am afrain for my safety as a lot of gas is leaking.

Filed Sep 29, 2024 · Brakes, Fuel system · WV

While driving, the brakes have no pressure. When starting the vehicle, the brakes go all the way to the floor. I took my car to several difference garages, and they determined the brake booster was the issue. No repair has been done, but the brakes go all the way to the floor and is difficult to stop. The 2nd issue is after the local Ford dealership performed work on the fuel system for a recall, the vehicle will sputter after refueling. This will cause the vehicle to almost shut off at a stop. I called the dealership, but they won't reexamine the recall. If I fill my tank up when I refuel, the fumes of the gas smell so badly you can't drive for a day after.

Filed Mar 6, 2020 · Fuel system · 197,000 miles · FL

We have concerns about a fuel leak and subsequent fire risk for our 2010 ford escape xlt with the li i4 engine manufactured at the claycomo, missouri, plant. There has been fuel odor since september, 2019 upon approaching the vehicle. As of this week, in addition to the smell of fuel, there is a noticeable, visible pool of fuel under the vehicle; on the left side of the vehicle, in front of the rear left tire. A photo is attached. There is a recall on some 2010 ford escapes for a different engine, I would like the recall extended to included the aforementioned vehicle.

Filed Dec 18, 2019 · Fuel system · 77,000 miles · VA

Fuel pump cracked (part #pfs534) in 2010 ford escape hybrid 2.5l engine similar to recall on other ford escapes with 3.0l engine. Cracked fuel pump caused vapor leak engine light. Vehicle would still operate but strong fuel smell was coming from the fuel tank area and within the vehicle. I was surprised that the recall only impacted 3.0l engine fuel pump and not other ford escapes, especially when it seems like they are having the same problem and likely have a very similar part.

Filed Nov 18, 2019 · Engine · 140,000 miles · VA

Exhaust hose under vehicle drive side leaked causing exhaust creep into cabin with excessive strong gas smell inside and outside cabin both stationary and in motion.

Filed Nov 12, 2018 · Fuel system · 145,000 miles · MI

Fuel leak between the tank and end of the fuel filler. Vehicle is parked and leaking. I noticed it because you can see the fuel on the floor and strong fuel odor even in the driveway not to mention if you have it in your garage.

Filed May 29, 2018 · Fuel system · 191,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. While the vehicle was parked in the garage, there was a fuel odor around the vehicle. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called capital ford at (877) 659-2496 (4900 capital blvd, raleigh, nc 27616) and was informed that the part was not available. The manufacturer informed the contact that the part was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 191,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Apr 17, 2018 · Fuel system · PA

Recall 16v‑777 I received a letter from ford in january 2018 stating that parts were available for the vehicle to be fixed. I immediately called my local ford dealer - gibbons ford and was put on the waiting list since they didn't have the parts. It is now april and the dealer has only received three of the parts to date to fix this problem. I called ford customer sevice and was given a case number cas14605645. I was told this would be elevated to their management, but I think four months is extremely long time to effect a recall. The vehicle smells like gas and I'm hesitant to drive it due to the increased risk of fire. I basically have a vehicle I can't drive waiting on ford to get parts to the dealership. Any pressure that can be put on ford to get the parts to the dealership would be greatly appreciated.

Filed Mar 23, 2018 · Fuel system · 70,000 miles · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact smelled a fuel odor around the vehicle. The contact called galpin ford at (877) 826-2935 (1000 sandretto dr, prescott, az 86305) where an appointment was scheduled for the recall repair; however, the dealer confirmed that the parts were unavailable. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 70,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Feb 22, 2018 · Fuel system · WI

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Les stumpf ford in appleton, wisconsin (3030 west college ave, 54914) was made aware of the recall and stated that the parts were unavailable. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact smelled a fuel odor in and around the vehicle. The failure mileage was unknown. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Sep 1, 2017 · Fuel system · 44,713 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. While driving, there was a strong fuel odor in the vehicle. The contact lowered the window and noticed that the fuel odor was more pronounced. The contact lowered the window and turned off the air conditioner, which aided in minimizing the odor. The contact experienced an allergic reaction from the fuel odor, but medical attention was sought. The vehicle was taken to sunrise ford (located at 5435 us-1, fort pierce, fl 34982, (772) 461-6000) to be diagnosed, but the mechanic was unable to duplicate the issue. The vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 44,713. *bf

Filed Aug 25, 2017 · Fuel system · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford escape. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact took the vehicle to tuttle click ford (located at 43 auto center dr, irvine, ca 92618) who stated that the recall part was not available. The contact stated that there was a fuel odor inside the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic who advised him not to drive the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the federal safety agency. The failure mileage and VIN were unknown. Parts distribution disconnect.