Mazda RX-8 fuel smell problems

Filed Dec 23, 2022 · Fuel system · 86,000 miles · UT

The contact owns a 2004 Mazda RX-8. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, he noticed a strong gasoline odor originating from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump was fractured and needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 17V354000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the recall repair failed to fix the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that they would follow up with him. The failure mileage was approximately 86,000.

Filed Aug 2, 2021 · Fuel system · OH

Fuel fumes are leaking into passenger compartment and leaking from tank. Previous recall failed to fix

Filed Feb 22, 2021 · Fuel system · TX

Recently purchased the car from someone else and noticed that the cabin smells like fuel. I thought maybe he spilled some inside it but it's been a week and the smell is still there. I don't know why and I'm worried about the car catching fire or me getting carbon monoxide poisoning.

Filed Jul 19, 2019 · Driver assistance, Engine · 56,000 miles · NC

Multiple trouble codes all at once after not having any trouble codes after a long period. As of now 56,000 original miles. Traction control improperly functioning causing vehicle,s maximum speed to 3 MPH. Multiple misfire,s with new spark plug, new spark plug coil packs and new spark plug wires. Gasoline leak not yet narrowed down to specific location. No engine power after shifting to 2nd gear. Check engine light is constantly on however will go out for no more than 2 days. Very strong gasoline odor inside of the vehicle after startup. Loss of engine compression. Goodness knows what is next!!!

Filed Dec 18, 2017 · Fuel system · 87,466 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 mazda rx-8. While driving various speeds, a fuel odor emitted through the vents of the vehicle. The fuel odor was all around the vehicle while parked and fuel leaked underneath the driver side of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to kuhn mazda (3934 w kennedy blvd, tampa, fl 33609, phone: (877) 225-9956), but was not diagnosed. The dealer stated that the fuel system needed to be taken down to find where the failure was coming from and there would be a fee. The vehicle was not repaired due to the diagnostic and repair fees. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v793000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 87,466.

Filed Oct 24, 2017 · Fuel system · 71,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 mazda rx-8. The contact noticed a strong fuel odor inside the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle performed normally prior to being repaired per the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v354000 (fuel system, gasoline). Broen and wood buick gmc mazda (329 greenville blvd sw, greenville, nc) diagnosed that the vehicle needed a new fuel tank. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 71,000. *bf updated 8/2/18

Filed Oct 9, 2017 · Fuel system · 220 miles · FL

On september 30th, 2017 I took my 2005 mazda rx8 to the gunther mazda dealership located at 1800 south state road 7 (441), fort lauderdale, florida 33317 for recall work of the fuel pump seals. The next day I filled the tank and went to work, I drive form hollywood to boca raton daily. The smell of gasoline was strong and my tank wasn't lasting as long as usual. I called gunther mazda and was told to bring the car in on saturday october 7, 2017. The service person, ron, said he strongly smelled the gasoline and said it was a carbon build up on the throttle and that his foreman would look at the car. I signed paperwork, but didn't receive a copy. I got there about 10:30, at about 11:50, I was informed that the problem was my catalytic converter. I filled the tank with gas and my mechanic took the back seats off. The fuel pump seal was filled with gasoline, the car was leaking gasoline and fumes in the cabin were overwhelming. When I called gunther mazda to speak with ron, I was hung up on 3 times. When my husband called he was met with extreme rudeness and told that it would cost about $130 for them to reexamine the car. It is absolutely unconscionable that the gunther mazda located at 1800 south state road 7 (441), fort lauderdale, florida 33317 would let me drive away from their dealership knowing that the fuel pump seal was faulty. My car could have blown up killing me and maybe others. My mechanic removed the assembly to repair and said the install was incorrectly done. He will be sending me additional pictures of what he found.

Filed Aug 14, 2017 · Fuel system · 83,800 miles · CT

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 mazda rx-8. While the vehicle was parked, the contact's neighbor noticed a strong fuel odor emitting from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to liberty mazda (91 w service rd, hartford, ct 06120), but the contact was unsure of the diagnostic results. The dealer stated that they would repair the vehicle, but would charge for labor because the rear cross member would need to be removed to gain access to the fuel tank. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that they would call back to assist in scheduling an appointment. The VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 16v793000 (fuel system, gasoline) and 17v354000 (fuel system, gasoline). The approximate failure mileage was 83,800.

Filed Jul 18, 2017 · Fuel system · 21,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 mazda rx-8. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v793000 (fuel system, gasoline). 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 spoke with maxon mazda (2329 rte 22, union, nj 07083) who stated that the contact needed to wait for a final notice. Upon starting the vehicle, the contact's neighbor noticed a strong fuel odor. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed. A dealer was not contacted regarding the fuel odor. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure or the recall issue. The approximate failure mileage was 21,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Jun 1, 2017 · Engine, Fuel system · 89,700 miles · LA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mazda rx-8. The contact noticed a fuel odor inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to moffitt volkswagen inc. (1960 old minden road p.o. Box 5855 bossier city, la 71111), and the contact was informed of a recall that may be related to the fuel odor. The dealer informed the contact that the vehicle needed to be de-flooded due to a blockage in the fuel system. The contact declined the repair and took the vehicle to an independent mechanic to have the vehicle de-flooded. A week later, the engine warning indicator illuminated and the odor intensified. The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic who diagnosed that the vehicle had a fuel leakage. The vehicle was towed to the moffitt volkswagen inc. Dealer and was repaired per the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v793000 (fuel system,gasoline). After the repair, the engine indicator continued to illuminate and the odor persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 89,700.