I noticed there was an exhaust smell seeping into the van, I did some research on the internet and found that it was a common problem with quest's and villager's snapped exhaust manifold studs. I checked under the hood and sure enough there were 2 studs broken and missing. I called several dealers and got quotes and found a nissan dealer to do it for $800 they seem to have more experince doing it since it also is a problem with pathfinders and maximas. I called ford and they flat out refused to help out at all!
1996 Mercury Villager: gas smell in the cabin
17 of the 187 complaints about the 1996 Mercury Villager describe gas smell in the cabin.
- owner complaints
- 17
- of this car's complaints
- 9%
- typical mileage
- 81,000
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall for this area of the car. See below
Gas smell in the cabin by model year
What owners say
The stud bolts are (is) broken on exhaust manifold. Exhaust fumes are leaking and cold air may enter head. Repair is extremely high because of position of bolts. We are afraid to drive it but cannot stop using it. Also we cannot afford to fix it.
Just purchased a used vehicle, in great shape. However there is a very intoxicating gas smell inside cabin of vehicle, after refueling and when tank is between 1/4 and 1/2 full I have had the vehicle 4 days, and I travel for a living and it is every time it gets to the 1/4 to 1/3 full range. I have two other friends that have the same problem with the same model.
Exhaust fumes entered the passenger cabin. The problem was with the front and rear exhaust manifold. *ph *scc
When vehicle idles fuel fumes seep through the vents intermittently. Dealer states fuel rail leaks.
Exhaust manifold bolts sheared off, allowing exhaust fumes to seep into interior of van. Have to drive with windows cracked open to avoid getting sick. After internet search found there are thousands of others with this same problem, but ford refuses to do anything or help out with the costs which will be several 1000 $$.
Fuel pump failed after the AC failed----a very strong gas odor starting vehicle up
Intake manifold bolt sheared off while traveling on highway. Exhaust fumes were leaking from pipe area. Dealership is aware of problem.
When replacing the air conditioner for this vehicle, the fuel pump also needed replacing. There has been a smell of gasoline for a while in this vehicle.
There is a strong fuel smell when starting vehicle. A noise can be heard from fuel tank area. Dealer stated fuel pump failed. However there is a recall campaign 00v419002 regarding fuel leakage of the fuel tank.
There was a strong fuel smell when starting vehicle. Fuel pump was replaced .*ak
We have a 1995 mercury villager. There is a strong gasoline smell coming from the heating system since the first winter we had the van. We took it to the dealer many times under warranty. They couldn't find the problem and we are concerned for safety.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: minivans. The fuel tank vent hose allows air to vent from the fuel tank during refueling. Cracks have developed in the vent hose. If (1) the fuel tank is overfilled, not allowing excess fuel in the vent hose to flow back into the tank, (2) the vehicle is driven only a short distance after refueling and, (3) there is subsequently significant heating of the fuel tank, the fuel in the tank can expand into the vent hose and leak fuel.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the vent hose.
Recall number 00V419002 · Recall details
Questions about the 1996 Mercury Villager fuel smell
Is gas smell in the cabin a common problem on the 1996 Mercury Villager?
17 of 187 owner complaints about the 1996 Mercury Villager (9%) mention gas smell in the cabin. The model year with the most reports is 1995.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1996 Mercury Villager?
There is 1 recall and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1996 Mercury Villager
Door locks 18Stalling 8Fuel pump 7Wipers 7Airbag light 6Brake failure 5Fire or smoke 5
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