2012 Ford Escape: gas smell in the cabin

Filed Apr 9, 2025 · Fuel system · 96,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2012 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 16V777000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) and the vehicle was repaired under the recall. The contact stated that after the vehicle was repaired, the vehicle would only start after several attempts. The vehicle was returned to the dealer, who acknowledged that the clamp for the Fuel Delivery Module (FDM) flange was not properly placed, and the issue was corrected. The contact stated that the failure persisted while attempting to start the vehicle the following morning. The contact stated that there was an abnormal burning fuel odor entering the cabin of the vehicle. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 96,000.

Filed Sep 16, 2022 · Fuel system · 24,400 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2012 Ford Escape. The contact stated that there was an abnormal fuel odor detected around the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact called the local dealer but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but no additional assistance was provided. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 16V777000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The contact was concerned the vehicle might catch on fire. The approximate failure mileage was 24,400.

Filed Dec 9, 2019 · Fuel system · 79,795 miles · MA

Check engine light on when driving and when parked and engine running and smell of raw gas fumes near left rear wheel area. Shop tested found code p0456 traced to cracked and leaking electric fuel pump. Replaced pump now ok . In checking I found there was a recall #16s41 for 2012 escape with v6 engine , my car is a 4 cyl . Not incl. In recall but produced in same production sequence production date 8-11 sales date 11-19-2011 the above recall was for leaking fuel pump .I believe my car should have been recalled also . I contacted dealer they referred me to ford co. Filed case #cas-21767319 on 5-29-19 ford said no recall ,sorry no help with repair bill .I believe this should have been recalled as a safety hazard also covered under emission warranty 8 yeas or 80,000 miles I wrote to dealer 9-12-2019 no response car had 79.795 at time of repair. I still have the car and the defective fuel pump if inspection is required. This condition was on public street and private property moving and stationary. My car could have been involved in a fire if the cause of the fuel leak wasn't detected.

Filed Feb 15, 2019 · Acceleration, Fuel system · 30,000 miles · OK

Two problems here. First one is an issue with the throttle body that I noticed a few years ago but I don't remember the exact date I called ford regarding this. Occasionally, especially in the hottest days, when I hit the gas to get into traffic, my car doesn't speed up. It just sits there, which has put me in many dangerous positions where I end up pulling up in front of a fast moving car, but since mine fails to speed up even if I push the gas pedal all the way, those cars end up almost hitting me from behind. After about 5 seconds it finally takes off, spinning the tires and again putting myself and other drivers at risk of being hit. This happens more often when my car is on a downhill stop sign a few blocks down my street where I can only go left or right. I merge into traffic, but my car just rolls into the street with no power in the gas pedal for about 3-5 seconds. I notified ford after going online trying to figure out what is wetting with my car, and finding out that there is a known issue with certain 2012 models, including my car based on the VIN #. They asked me to take my car to a dealer but said they would not be responsible four any out of pocket charges. The dealer said they needed an official letter from the manufacturer in order to not incur any fees. But neither ford or carmax ever notified me with any actual documentation, which made me weary to take my car to the dealer. The second issue is that I have noticed a gasoline smell in my car for about 2 years now, it's very random and happens about once or twice a month. I attribute it to driving past a gas station or a semitruck on the highway or just normal for cars to smell of gasoline sometimes. The smell only seems to last about 30 seconds.

Filed May 22, 2018 · Fuel system · 40,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford escape. The contact stated that the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline) exceeded a reasonable amount of time for repair. The contact received the recall notification in january of 2018. The contact spoke with gillespie ford (18834 grand avenue, lake villa, il 60046, (847) 244-9500) several times requesting information on part availability. The dealer stated that parts were unavailable; however, the manufacturer informed the contact that the part was available for the recall repair. When the fuel tank was filled, the vehicle emitted a fuel odor while parked. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Oct 26, 2017 · Electrical, Lights · PA

I have trouble with the seat belts, they do not retrack by themselves and sometimes they lock up even though I did not stop suddenly., another problem is with my dashboard the lighting goes dim and them bright while I am driving for no reason I can tell, this is all during city street driving. I also have a strong fuel smell which lasts for about 5 minutes when I start the car in the morning.

Filed Aug 3, 2017 · Fuel system · 77,520 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford escape. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced a loss of power and she noticed a fuel odor. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The koehn ford dealer was contacted and confirmed that the failure was due to the recall; however, parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 77,520. Vin tool confirms parts not available.... .updated 11/16/17 *bf updated `12/1/2017

Filed Apr 13, 2017 · Fuel system · 50,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford escape. While driving various speeds, a strong fuel odor emitted from the vents throughout the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed; however, the technician could not determine the cause of the failure and confirmed that the VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v777000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised the contact to get a second opinion since the first dealer was unable to detect the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.

Filed Apr 4, 2017 · Fuel system · 37,031 miles · SC

A ford representative will be with you shortly. [xxx] says: hello [xxx]. My name is [xxx] how can I help you? [xxx] says: I need information regarding my vehicle's recall #16s41 [xxx] says: I can provide information for recall 16s41 fuel delivery module flange replacement. On your vehicle, the fuel delivery module may develop a crack in the fuel supply port, which could result in a leak. If a leak is present, you are likely to detect a fuel odor and/or visible fuel on the ground under the fuel tank. As a result ford has released this recall to repair the issue. The parts for the recall are not yet available but you will get a letter in the mail to update you on when they become available so that you can schedule an appointment at a ford dealer for the free repair. [xxx] says: do you have any additional questions? [xxx] says: sorry meant to be more specific; I know all of the above because I've been on the phone this morning with both my local dealer and ford customer service. Fcs told me the parts are to be made available the second quarter of this year (from now until june) and I told him that was unacceptable because we received the initial recall letter in december and if I have to wait until june for the fdm bracket that makes the vehicle potentially unsafe for me and my family [xxx] says: I want someone higher up to talk to regarding this but fcs told me he didn't have an email or additional phone number to call, that's what I need - I need to elevate this complaint higher information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Nov 2, 2012 · Fuel system · 75 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford escape. The contact stated that the fuel cap was missing from the vehicle. When the contact would refuel, he could smell an overpowering gasoline fuel odor being emitted from the vehicle by the time he reached his destination. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they advised that the newer ford escape models were being manufactured without a fuel cap. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 75. The VIN was unavailable.