2020 Jeep Wrangler: gas smell in the cabin

Filed Sep 12, 2026 · Engine, Fuel system · NV

My Jeep Wrangler currently has a very strong fuel smell, and when the AC is on the smell is very strong inside the cabin. My kids and I became Ill and had headaches. It's been parked for two weeks. Pending an inspection by an independent mechanic. We came across an article stating that a lot of 2020 Jeep Wranglers with 2.0L motors were recalled because of the same issue but my Jeep was not recalled and I'm having the same issue. Is there anything you can do to help me?

Filed May 11, 2026 · Engine, Fuel system · CA

On April 13, 2026, at approximately 67,312 miles, my vehicle experienced a fuel system failure when the main fuel supply line leading to the high-pressure fuel pump cracked and began actively leaking raw gasoline onto the top of the transmission in the engine compartment. There were no prior dashboard warning lights or error messages; the only symptom leading up to the failure was a extremely strong odor of raw gasoline coming from the engine bay area. I believed this fuel leak created an immediate, severe risk of an engine compartment fire. I immediately brought the vehicle to an authorized factory dealership, where certified technicians acting on behalf of the manufacturer inspected the system, confirmed the active leak emitting raw fuel odors, and successfully removed and replaced the failed supply line to resolve the issue. If needed, the vehicle is available for inspection upon request. Furthermore, my vehicle is factory-equipped with the 2.0L Turbo engine, meaning this failure is identical to the documented fire hazard covered under FCA Safety Recall Y10 (the federal safety agency Campaign 21V‑665). Even though my specific production sequence was not actively flagged under the manufacturer's recall lookup system, I believe the component failed in the exact same hazardous manner described in the official recall.

Filed Apr 27, 2026 · Fuel system · 120,000 miles · MO

The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal fuel odor entering the cabin of the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. Upon further inspection, the contact became aware of gasoline leaking from the fuel supply line onto the engine. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact stated that the fuel leak was associated with the federal safety agency Campaign: 21V665000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.

Filed Nov 4, 2025 · Fuel system · MI

I am the owner of a 2020 Jeep Wrangler JL with the 2.0L turbo engine, and I am writing to report a fuel leak issue that I believe is related to Recall Y10 / the federal safety agency Campaign 21V‑665, which involves the high-pressure fuel supply line (Part #68297642AD). My vehicle is experiencing a strong fuel smell and visible fuel leak, and a technician confirmed the failure of the fuel line. However, my VIN does not currently show as included in the recall, and I have been told the repair is not covered under warranty. Given that my Jeep has the same engine, same part number, and identical symptoms described in the official recall — I’m requesting one of the following: That the dealer be allowed to inspect the fuel line’s date code and replace it under Recall Y10 if it falls within the affected range, or That Jeep/Stellantis cover the cost of the repair as a goodwill safety-related assistance, since the failure occurred outside the normal warranty but is consistent with the recall defect. I take safety very seriously, and I hope Jeep does too. Please let me know what documentation or diagnostics you need from my service provider to support this request.

Filed Sep 17, 2025 · Fuel system · WA

There was a crack, and subsequent leak, in the fuel line to the engine. My safety, and my passengers safety was absolutely put at risk as that could have ignited a fire at any moment. I took the vehicle to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the problem. No warning lamps appeared, however, the smell of gas was very strong in and near the vehicle.

Filed Jul 25, 2025 · Fuel system · MI

I am the owner of a 2020 Jeep Wrangler JL with the 2.0L turbo engine, and I am writing to report a fuel leak issue that I believe is related to Recall Y10 / the federal safety agency Campaign 21V‑665, which involves the high-pressure fuel supply line (Part #68297642AD). My vehicle is experiencing a strong fuel smell and visible fuel leak, and a technician confirmed the failure of the fuel line. However, my VIN does not currently show as included in the recall, and I have been told the repair is not covered under warranty. Given that my Jeep has the same engine, same part number, and identical symptoms described in the official recall — I’m requesting one of the following: That the dealer be allowed to inspect the fuel line’s date code and replace it under Recall Y10 if it falls within the affected range, or That Jeep/Stellantis cover the cost of the repair as a goodwill safety-related assistance, since the failure occurred outside the normal warranty but is consistent with the recall defect. I take safety very seriously, and I hope Jeep does too. Please let me know what documentation or diagnostics you need from my service provider to support this request.

Filed Jun 10, 2025 · Fuel system · 58,000 miles · VA

The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that occasionally while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal gasoline odor entering the cabin of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the fuel supply line was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 21V665000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); as a possible cause for the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 58,000.

Filed Aug 29, 2024 · Fuel system · TX

Strong gas smells inside and outside if the vehicle.

Filed Jul 18, 2024 · Fuel system · CA

The fuel supply line leading from the gas tank, along the passenger side of the transmission, and over the top of the transmission bell housing has failed and is leaking gas onto the transmission and then onto the ground. This is a dangerous fire hazard and placed my safety at risk. I have not yet taken the vehicle to a repair facility as I live over 30 minutes away from the nearest dealership. I am the only person that has inspected the vehicle and observed the leak using a remote camera as of the filing of this complaint on 7-18-24 at 1:30 pm. There were no warning lamps or messages associated with this part failure. I could smell a strong odor of gasoline fumes from within the vehicle which prompted me to inspect what the source was. As I understand, a previous recall for this part failure was issued in 2021, but did not include my VIN.

Filed Apr 19, 2024 · Fuel system · 50,200 miles · IL

The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, there was an abnormal gasoline odor detected. The contact inspected the vehicle and became aware that gasoline was dripping underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a faulty fuel hose that was connected to the rear of the engine. The contact was informed that the fuel hose needed to be replaced. The contact was advised to take the vehicle to the dealer for the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,200.

Filed Sep 14, 2023 · Engine, Fuel system · NJ

Vehicle started to get extreme smell of gas fumes, interior and exterior, to the point it would make you nauseous. My vehicle was taken to a dealer where the tech noticed that a fuel pump was leaking and a fuel line behind the engine had a small hole in it and was leaking on the top and was unlikely debris hit it, to get at the line the whole motor has to get dropped. After reading the description of the fuel line/pump issues with the 2020 2.0 L, this seems that it would be related and part of the effected parts.

Filed Jun 16, 2023 · Fuel system · 32,500 miles · WA

The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while his son was driving approximately 35 MPH, he turned on the air conditioning and the blower filled the cabin with a gasoline odor. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated was made aware of the issue by his son. The contact checked underneath the vehicle and became aware that there was a fuel leak running down the length of the fuel supply line and was dripping on the driveway. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer; however, the contact called the dealer and was informed there were no available appointments for two months. The vehicle had not been repaired and had not been driven. The contact researched online and related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 21V665000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 32,500.