Tl* the contact owns a 1996 nissan quest. The contact noticed an abnormal fuel odor inside and outside of the vehicle while driving. The contact was unaware of a fuel leak under the vehicle or inside the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.
1996 Nissan Quest: gas smell in the cabin
12 of the 134 complaints about the 1996 Nissan Quest describe gas smell in the cabin.
- owner complaints
- 12
- of this car's complaints
- 9%
- typical mileage
- 135,000
- 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
My nissan quest just started with gas odor.
Strong gas odor inside vehicle while drive. It got so bad it actually caused headache. Nissan dealer was unable to identify the problem.
Strong gas odor inside vehicle while drive. It got so bad it actually caused headache. I have no sense of smell was unable identify this problem sooner till headaches starting to occurring. Then other people told me that there are strong gas odor inside vehicle. I googled it and realized lots of people who owned 1996 nissan quest has the same problem. I called nissan dealer and was told VIN # was not part of recall #00v419001 (fuel system gasoline)
The federal safety agency recall campaign 00v419001 concerning fuel tank vent hose. While driving there was a strong smell of gasoline in the vehicle. Consumer contacted the manufacturer, and was told that this vehicle was not covered under the recall due to VIN although it experienced the same effects. *ak consumer added when the fuel tank is filled more than half way, the gasoline smell is prominent. Consumer has to drive with window open.
The interior of van would fill with a gas odor. It also had a gas leak when the tank was filled. I had it checked out at the dealer and they informed me that it was related to a manufacturer's recall of the fuel filler vent hose. They repaired it and replaced the vent hose, but the odor continued. I took it back for a second time but the dealer could not find anything wrong with it. The gas odor would come on mainly when the A/C was on. I contacted customer service at the dealer and all they could tell me is that they could not find anything wrong. 1 year later after living with this gas odor my van exploded and the entire engine burned. I've called nissan and all they can tell me is that the vehicle is not under warranty anymore and the fire is not related to the recall because it was only the vent hose.
Had gasoline smell for quite a while. The dealer informed me of a recall on a vapor vent hose for my van and replaced it but the gasoline smell never went away. I took it back a second time but the dealer could not find anything. Less then a year and while driving with the same smell of gasoline coming through the A/C my vant caught on fire, and within seconds everything under the hood was engulfed in flames. I called nissan but they tell me the van is no longer under warranty so there is nothing they can do for me.
Engine knock,engine failure, replace corroded throttle body, gas smell leaks into interior, faulty front passenger seat belt restraint,vehicle now has 110,000 miles on it and is in the shop for a new fuel pump. Excessive noise pollution when driving, faulty rear hatch lock(electrical), faulty elect. Pwr. Door locks, locks when not touched. This vehicle is what lemon laws were intended for yet nissan is in denial about all the problems owners have endured with no compensation.
Noticed gas smell inside and around vehicle for some time even after the recall fix was done. On date of failure, vehicle was hard to start and engine ran poorly with visible smoke from the exhaust. Gas fumes were extremely strong and gas was visible on injector and engine.
When traveling there is gasoline smell inside of vehicle. Dealership is aware of problem.*ak consumer states there is also a gasoline smell when vehicle is parked.
Gas fumes were leaking into vehicle. Vehicle been in dealer's shop on two occasions, and problem still occurring. Please feel free to provide any further details.
While traveling with window open consumer noticed raw gas odor inside vehicle. Dealer has been contacted. *ak.et.
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 00V419001 · Recall details
Questions about the 1996 Nissan Quest fuel smell
Is gas smell in the cabin a common problem on the 1996 Nissan Quest?
12 of 134 owner complaints about the 1996 Nissan Quest (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 Nissan Quest?
There is 1 recall and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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