Nissan Maxima fuel smell problems

Filed Oct 16, 2022 · Fuel system, Steering · MS

Unknown. Recently bought vehicle, it's in great condition other than there is noticeable problems with the front and rear steering and suspension, missing airbags with no sign of being wrecked, windows and window buttons don't work as well as power seat, and a awful gas smell and fume. Inside vehicle after. Pumping gas. Wanting to see about any recalls or defects that can be fixed without out of pocket costs if at all possible . Don't know the vehicles recall or repair history.

Filed Mar 5, 2019 · Fuel system · 20,000 miles · PA

When I turn my heat up , my car smells of gasoline.. I have spoke with ones I know who has the same problem, are we the only ones who have the problem.. Please speak on this...this happens while driving in motion highway or city streets..this has been happening every since I owned this car. I was told its my imagination,

Filed Feb 23, 2017 · Fuel system · 40,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 nissan maxima. While the vehicle was operational, a noise could be heard coming from the rear passenger seats along with a fuel odor. The contact stated that no leaks were noticeable and there were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the failure could not be duplicated. The contact took the vehicle to another dealer where it was diagnosed with a faulty fuel pump that need replacement. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a fuel dampener that needed replacement. The part was replaced, but the failure continued. The vehicle was not taken back for diagnosis or repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Jul 17, 2014 · Airbags · 16,844 miles · VA

I have taken my car time and time again to fairfax nissan for repairs and they have not been able to find a permanent solution to fix the problems. 12/23/2010 - passenger air bag light is staying on when an adult passenger is in the seat - reset system. 07/30/2011 - passenger air bag light is staying on .......10/20/2011 passenger air bag light staying on when an adult passenger is in the seat- found internal defect with occupant sensor in seat and replaced. 05/01/2012- etc 01/15/13 - passenger air bag light is staying on when an adult passenger is sitting in the seat. Videoed this occurring several times. Also complained about exhaust smell in cabin and was told to change cabin filter. Unable use outside air for AC or exhaust smell enters the car and creates extreme headaches. Only can use recirculated air. These continued trips without resolution have put a strain on my employment (work in the healthcare industry). I just want these issues resolved so that no injury to my family occurs from this.

Filed Aug 22, 2013 · Fuel system · NY

After filling gas to the full tank, car was parked inside the garage. Soon garage smelled like a gas spill/leak. Looked around and under the car for leakage. No visible sign of leak. Had to move the car outside the garage to avoid filling the garage with gasoline smell and fumes and avoid any possible hazards to house and human. Next day, took it to the nearest garage for inspection. Mechanics checked it out and mentioned that gas filler pipe (metal pipe between gas filling hole to gas tank) is rusted and has holes from where the gas liquid escaped and smelled. If I had left the car in garage for overnight, which could have filled up garage with gasoline fumes and could have created hazards condition. Also, having hole in the filler pipeline is also a potential hazards since gas spilling can happen any time without warning. This can also create fire hazards situation if there is any spark near by. Spilling would not be visible unless hole gets bigger and mass amount of gas rushes out. In any case, gas leak is dangerous to environment and humans. Nissan should provide the fix at no charge to customers.

Filed Feb 22, 2013 · Fuel system · 70,000 miles · OK

Tl* the contact owns a 1990 nissan maxima. The contact stated that while parked, he noticed a strong gasoline fuel smell being emitted from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician advised the contact that the fuel filler assembly would have to be replaced. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign id number: 95v244000 (fuel system, gasoline) but was advised by the manufacturer that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.

Filed Sep 26, 2009 · Engine, Fuel system · 93,000 miles · OH

I needed to replace a muffler on my 1997 nissan maxima. On 092209 I took my maxima to a muffler shop, the mechanic noticed a very strong rawfuel smell. He said he could not use a flame torch due to a possible explosion. He replaced the muffler by hand and told me to have the fuel system inspected because this could be a dangerous situation. On 092609 I had the fuel system inspected by an independent mechanic, he discovered that fumes and possibly gas were escaping from the fuel filler neck and tube because of corrosion within the wheel base. I have tried to locate replacement parts from 3 salvaged vehicles and each were also corroded. New parts have been hard to located and remain uncertain as to whether they will fit.

Filed Apr 1, 2009 · Fuel system, Seat belts · 100,000 miles · 00

My maxima has a plastic shroud around the fuel filler neck, presumably to protect it from road debris, rocks, etc, blasting the filler neck. Unfortunately, the shroud traps fine dirt and moisture. This includes winter road salt. When I removed the shroud, massive amounts of fine sand & dirt fell to the ground. When I cleaned out what was stuck up inside the rear quarter panel area, I swept up 3 full dustpans. It was close to 10lbs of crap. The filler neck was badly rusted. The rear quarter panel was rusted badly. When I started to dismantle, I went to remove seatbelt bolt. I was shocked to find the entire area where the seatbelt attached was behind filler neck and completely rusted out. The sheet metal twisted apart easily and would not have protected the left rear passenger in a 5 MPH collision. It would have just tore away. Years ago my '86 honda prelude had a rusty filler neck. I removed it and went to buy the part, and was told there was a recall on it. It was considered a safety issue. When I asked nissan a few months ago, there was no recall for this serious safety issue (on 2 issues: strong fuel odors and no seatbelt protection). I find that unacceptable, especially now that I can see the flawed design. I have also seen many other nissan owners with similar complaints for nissan axxess and nissan murano ( and I haven't even searched or looked for these complaints). Also, I have been investigating auto mvas for 25 years.

Filed Nov 13, 2007 · Fuel system · 21,985 miles · NV

After driving and parking car in garage I detected strong smell of gasoline. Returned to dealer and was told that this happens when temperature is high (120f that day) and that there is no fix. Since car is parked next to a gas water heater I found this answer unsatisfactory and I contacted the nissan office. I was told same and "not to worry, temps. Rarely are higher than 115f". Obviously drivers in s. Nv and arizona are expendable! Only fix seems to be to park outside until it cools down. Problem is related to the evap. System , I was told.

Filed May 31, 2005 · Engine, Fuel system · 90,000 miles · VA

Dt: for the past year smelled gas. Been took to dealer for this problem several times. Done repairs to hoses,exhaust, etc. Later discovered this was an issue with the fuel injection. System. When air conditioner was on high the smell was evident. Also, this was present in the morning when the car was started for the first 5 minutes. Took to service dealer, and found no leaks, but did perform smoke test and numerous inspections, but was unable to locate this problem. Also, is was present when is defrost was turned on. Gas smell iwasstronger when accelerating about 25 MPH or so in stop or go traffic.