Honda HR-V fuel smell problems

Filed Nov 4, 2026 · NC

I am writing to formally escalate my serious concerns regarding my 2026 Honda HR-V LX, which I purchased brand new with zero miles from AutoPark Honda in Cary, North Carolina, in March 2026. The vehicle currently has approximately 33,000 miles. Since purchasing this vehicle, I have experienced multiple recurring problems, including Apple CarPlay malfunctions and, most importantly, a persistent gasoline odor that raises serious concerns about my safety and health. 1. Persistent gasoline odor and physical symptoms The gasoline smell inside my vehicle has been recurring and, at times, extremely strong. On several occasions, I have experienced vomiting and headaches after being exposed to the odor. I have repeatedly brought this issue to the dealership’s attention. However, I have been told that everything appears to be fine and that nothing can be done unless a warning light appears on the dashboard. I find this response unacceptable and deeply concerning. A vehicle does not need to display a warning light for a potentially dangerous mechanical issue to exist. I should not have to wait for a serious accident, fire, or medical emergency before my concerns are taken seriously. I am requesting a thorough investigation of the fuel system and any possible source of gasoline fumes, along with a written diagnostic report. 2. Damaged and apparently heat-distorted exterior components I recently discovered damage affecting both side mirrors and a section of the rear driver-side door/window trim. When I brought the vehicle to the dealership, I was verbally told that the damage was likely caused by sunlight and that the vehicle may have been parked in an area exposed to direct sunlight. I find this explanation extremely difficult to accept without a proper technical evaluation. I purchased a brand-new vehicle expecting it to withstand normal weather and environmental conditions. I should not have to worry that ordinary sunlight will cause exterior components to melt, b

Filed Oct 16, 2026 · Fuel system · 100,000 miles · MA

The contact owns a 2018 Honda HR-V. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, a fuel odor was noticed inside the cabin. The dealer was notified of the failure, and the vehicle was towed to the dealer. The contact was informed that the fuel odor was normal following an unknown recall repair; however, a pool of fuel was discovered on top of the engine and cleaned up. The vehicle was repaired. The failure recurred. While the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed fuel leaking onto the ground underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where the undercarriage was cleaned, gaskets were replaced, and parts were tightened; however, the failure recurred. The contact again smelled fuel inside the cabin, which was confirmed by a service advisor, but a sniff test later yielded no signs of fuel odor. The contact stated that the failure began immediately after the unknown recall repair was completed. The manufacturer was notified, a case was filed and escalated, and the dealer was instructed to continue diagnostic testing. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

Filed Sep 4, 2026 · Steering · AZ

The contact owns a 2019 Honda HR-V. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel failed to operate as needed on several occasions. The contact stated that occasionally there was an abnormal fuel odor inside the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The dealer confirmed the failure, and the alternator was replaced twice to correct the warning light issue; however, the warning lights returned 20 minutes later. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the dealer and independent mechanics were unable to determine the cause of the failure.

Filed Jun 18, 2026 · Fuel system · VA

It started as all the dashboard lights came on, and the car smelled like gasoline. Then when I would fill up my gas tank, it would only go to 3/4 of a tank and the gas fumes increased. I was parked at the VCU campus parking lot when the gas started to leak out of the bottom of the car. The fire department came and said I could not drive the car until it was serviced. I was told at the mechanic that there is a hairline crack at the top of the fuel pump housing. The transfer tube was hung up on the float, causing false fuel tank readings. Had I been driving the car it could have caught fire which would have been disastrous and possibly fatal to myself and others around me. I bought this car in 2019. The white paint is starting to flake off. The car is starting to rust. This is the worst vehicle I have ever owned.

Filed Sep 10, 2025 · Fuel system · FL

Car is having the smell of gas inside of vehicle

Filed Jun 13, 2025 · Fuel system · NV

My vehicle has the check engine light on due to problems in the fuel tank emissions system. I have taken the vehicle to the dealer on more than 7 occasions and they have not provided a solution. The vehicle is expelling gases through the fuel tank cap and has an excessively bad smell of gasoline.

Filed Jan 6, 2025 · Fuel system · 45,200 miles · NC

The contact owns a 2020 Honda HR-V. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that there was an abnormal fuel odor inside the vehicle. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 45,200. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Jun 2, 2023 · Electrical · NC

Several times a gas smell has come through the vents of this car. It happens generally after running for at least 1hr and 30 min. The last time it occurred, we drove for 30 min, let it idle for around 30 min, and then drove another 30 min back home. The smell came through the vents around 10 min away from home on a back road with no one around. The smell lasted around 5 minutes. I took this to two Honda dealerships and they could not find a problem. There are several lawsuits against Honda for this exact thing, but in the CRV models. It is a hazard for there to be gas blowing through the vents. This indicates a possible leak, and it can cause harmful side effects due the fumes. There are more electrical issues occurring. I have caught on camera, but the Honda dealership will not even watch them. The windows will get stuck down and will not go back for around 3-5 minutes. When trying to roll them up they will continuously click like it is trying, but can not go up.

Filed May 28, 2021 · Fuel system · 32,415 miles · PA

The contact owns a 2019 Honda HR-V. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be repaired under the federal safety agency campaign number: 21V215000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). While leaving the dealer, there was an abnormal fuel odor inside the vehicle. The contact stated while driving the fuel odor in the vehicle caused her to have headaches and there was a burning sensation in her throat and in her eyes. The contact continued driving to her residence. The contact was concerned that the fuel odor might cause long-term health conditions. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 32,415.

Filed Aug 30, 2020 · Fuel system · 24,000 miles · NJ

Rcv'd recall notice at end of july for fuel pump module with 'out of specification impellers. Overtime, these impellers may absorb an excessive amount of fuel and deform. A deformed impeller may cause the fuel pump to stop working'. Did not receive notification until the end of july 2020 when the recall was set in may 2020. Dealer where I purchased vehicle was unaware of the recall and checked in the beginning of august saying the parts were not yet released by honda. Finally, on 8/26/20 I contacted corporate who indicated the part had been released a few weeks prior. Dealer put in a new fuel pump which apparently fixes the problem but upon picking it up the inside of the vehicle smelled very strong of gasoline. The honda mechanic reassured it was just fumes from the repair since they access pump to the fuel tank from inside the vehicle . However, on the roughly 20 mile ride home the smell of gasoline got worse so much that we had to roll the windows down because we were getting a headache and over taken by the gasoline smell. We stopped at a gas station to fill the vehicle tank which was down to about 1/4 tank. When the gas attendant filled the tank all the gas started leaking out from under the car. Car was pushed away from the pump. Gas continued to pour from underneath as a steady stream then after about a half hour to a drip. Vehicle was towed back to dealer who the next day thought the wing nut to hold the pump gasket loosened and assured it was fixed. They filled the tank drove it , said it was fine. I left it overnight, and the next day they checked the vehicle and saw gasoline still was leaking out from an undetermined area under the vehicle . Why was the part not released for so long?honda repair garage has not yet determined where the leak is and what is defective at the time this is written 3 days after the recall 'repair'