There has been a problem with a gas leakage. The fuel supply line fitting at the fuel injector rail was the problem. O-rings were replaced, things seemed fine - no gas smell or leakage. This lasted for appx. 24 hours. I drove about 7 miles to and from work three times, a total of 21 miles, stopped at a library, came out, smelled gas, was driving the car home - one mile - was going to park it and get someone to look at it. I stopped at the mailboxes and heard a slight poof sound under the hood.when I looked up I saw smoke bellowing out from under the hood. I grabbed my purse and jumped out. From a distance I saw 2" balls of fire dropping from the engine to the street, called the fire department and watched my car go up in flames while waiting for them to show up - all because of one small plastic piece under the hood. Also, I would highly recommend everyone to carry full insurance coverage - a lesson hard-learned.
1999 Pontiac Bonneville: gas smell in the cabin
5 of the 143 complaints about the 1999 Pontiac Bonneville describe gas smell in the cabin.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- recalls
- 1
Gas smell in the cabin by model year
- 20034
- 20014
- 20002
- 19995
- 19971
- 19961
What owners say
Was getting a gasoline smell and took car in for the pressure regulator recall, dealer said it was not the regulator but fuel line. Thought this was odd and then bill was $950, almost $100 more that quote and did not receive parts back showing the problem
Noticed smell of gas when auto parked in garage..further investigation noted that fuel leaking from fuel line..took auto to dealer and dealer stated that both fuel lines have deteriorated, causing the leaks..while I have been familiar with fuel leaks from loose connections, I can not imagine how fuel lines can not been built to last.
The consumer states that the fuel regulator is leaking fuel , causing the vehicle to have a strong fuel smell. The mechanics told the consumer that if not replaced right away, this may cause a fire, the fuel regulator has been replaced twice since the consumer owned the vehicle.
The consumer states that the fuel regulator is leaking fuel causing the vehicle have a strong fuel smell. *mr
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 3800 v6 (l36) engines and certain delphi fuel pressure regulators, the regulators have a much higher than usual rate of fuel leaks. A leak can allow fuel to enter the intake manifold through a vacuum line. If the engine does not start when cranked, the fuel from the leaking regulator and a mistimed spark can cause a backfire.
- Risk
- The backfire can rupture the intake manifold. The rupture of the intake manifold can displace a fuel line, pulling an injector out of place, and causing a fuel leak and possible fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install new fuel pressure regulators with improved diaphragms. The recall will be conducted in phased mailings. Phase 1 began on june 30, 2004, and phase 2 began on september 30, 2004. Owners should contact buick at 1‑866‑608‑8080, oldsmobile at 1‑800‑630‑6537, or pontiac at 1‑800‑620‑7668.
Recall number 04V090000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1999 Pontiac Bonneville fuel smell
Is gas smell in the cabin a common problem on the 1999 Pontiac Bonneville?
5 of 143 owner complaints about the 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (3%) mention gas smell in the cabin. The model year with the most reports is 1999.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1999 Pontiac Bonneville?
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 1999 Pontiac Bonneville
Stalling 33Loss of power 9Engine failure 8Fuel leak 8Won't start 5
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