2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport: gas smell in the cabin

Filed Mar 21, 2022 · Fuel system · NC

I was making a u-turn onto a busy 4 lane highway which the speed limit was 45mph. Once I made my turn the truck starting putting and not going over 5mph. There was a very loud smell of gas. I barely made off the highway away from the incoming traffic. On the dash Restricted Performance was illuminated. I had to get the vehicle towed. I was terrified because my daughter and I commute everyday and that issue with fuel could have been horrific. I called the dealer they advised me that the part for the recall is depleted and it could be weeks or even months before they hear anything.

Filed Mar 1, 2022 · Fuel system · 167,000 miles · MO

The contact owns a 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was an abnormal fuel odor coming from the vehicle. In addition, there was fuel leaking from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the VIN was included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 21V635000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 167,000.

Filed Feb 7, 2022 · Fuel system · 146,000 miles · MI

The contact owns a 2011 Land Rover Ranger Rover Sport. The contact stated that a fuel odor would emit from the vehicle without warning. The contact then received a recall notice for the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 21V635000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) which she linked to the failure. The contact then called several dealers about the recall and was informed by each dealer that parts were not yet available. As the failure worsened, the contact took the vehicle to Land Rover Troy (1815 Maplelawn Drive, Troy, MI 48084) where they confirmed that the fuel outlet flange mounted on the fuel tank had cracked. The contact was informed that since parts were not available, she had to pay out of pocket for a temporary replacement and that she might be reimbursed through the manufacturer for the repair. The manufacturer was notified but had not yet responded. The vehicle remained in the dealer possession for three weeks; however, no agreement was reached. The vehicle was returned to the contact and was not yet repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 146,000. Part distribution disconnect.

Filed Jan 20, 2022 · Fuel system · 120,000 miles · MD

The contact owns a 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number 21V635000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was a fuel odor present inside the cabin of the vehicle. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.

Filed Nov 10, 2021 · Fuel system · CA

The contact owns a 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated while entering the vehicle, the contact smelled a strong odor of gasoline outside of the vehicle. The contact stated that the gasoline odor was also on the interior of the vehicle. The contact exited and inspected the vehicle and noticed gasoline leaking from underneath of vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Oct 21, 2021 · Fuel system · 98,000 miles · DE

The contact owns a 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated after entering and starting the vehicle, the contact noticed a strong odor of gasoline coming from the interior of the vehicle. The contact exited the vehicle, inspected the vehicle but found no fuel leaks. Several days later the fuel odor was still evident. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be diagnosed; however, the mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was taken back to the same dealer several weeks later for other repairs and the contact was informed that the fuel tank was cracked and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 98,000.

Filed Jan 15, 2021 · Fuel system · 80,000 miles · TX

Gas leaking from the flange while driving. Flange was replaced. I would like to report this repair as a concern. I have never owned a vehicle that had a gas leak. I lost my sense of smell 20 years ago and would not have know of the gas smell if my daughter had not made me aware of it. I spoke with the dealer about a potential recall investigation on the flange and they were unaware of any recall investigation. This is a very dangerous issue and should be a recall by land rover.

Filed Sep 21, 2020 · Engine, Fuel system · CA

Purchased the vehicle 07/10/2020 check engine light came on 8/17/2020 called the warranty company took it to redwood city range rover dealership 8/18 (see below invoice) paid for car rental through that time. Picked up range rover on 8/31. Check engine light came back on 9/14 (see below invoice) with gas smell took it straight to dealership got another rent a car paid for services 9/18 called carvana and spoke with alex 9/18 to let them know I only had the range rover for 2 months minus the 2 weeks the dealership had it to fix and I have been having "major" problems with the vehicle. I was told by "alex' (he would not give me the initial of his last name) apologized and said there was nothing carvana could do. He stated the dealership probably did something to the gas tubes or loosened something. I told him I wanted to speak with a manager or I am contacting the bbb and the automotive association because the problems I am having with the range rover are not "minor" these were "major" problems and faulty engine, gas, and the other repairs could have been disasterous to my children and my life had it sparked or ran hot. Alex said he would have someone contact me. He later called and sent a text a hour later asking for copies of the invoice and said the management team and maintenence is requesting it to look over. I have yet to hear anything else from carvana. During this time the vehicle have been driven on freeway, city streets, in motion, taken to the gas station. (invoices are attached)

Filed Jul 7, 2020 · Fuel system · 111,337 miles · CA

Smell of fuel on the passenger side of vehicle, get noticeably stronger after driving vehicle. After inspecting around the top of the fuel tank I found fuel squirting out of the fuel filter/pump which is seated in the top of the fuel tank. I had gone on line to assisted me in tracking down the issue and found this is a common reported issue. My vehicle only has 111337 miles on the odometer and I noticed a lot of these reported issue are for land rover vehicles that have around the same milage.

Filed Sep 16, 2019 · Fuel system · 66,500 miles · CA

There is a strong smell of gasoline in the cab of the vehicle. A private mechanic said the 2011 models are known to have issues with the gas tanks.