2008 Pontiac Torrent: gas smell in the cabin

Filed Jan 10, 2019 · Fuel system · 190 miles · OK

Noticed a strong gas smell looked underneath car and realized there is a gas leak coming from the gas tank area. Significant amount of gas pouring out . As I have read on other year models having the same problem!

Filed Jan 23, 2018 · Fuel system · 34,700 miles · LA

Strong gas smell coming from under the car and possible wet spot on the underside. We are waiting to hear from a mechanic. The car has just under 35,500 miles on it and should not have this kind of a problem.

Filed Sep 14, 2016 · Fuel system · 70,000 miles · MN

I have a fuel leak on my 2008 pontiac torrent. Basically recall number 12v459000 for the 2007 torrent. The plastic supply or return port on the fuel pump module may crack, which could cause a fuel leak. My year vehicle is not listed on the recall, when it should be. This is my exact problem.this is a very dangerous problem and should be addressed in more than just the 2007 torrent. The fix is over $700. I smelled gas through the vents while driving, noticed some jerking or "skipping" in the gas petal being pushed. I parked and the gas smell was very strong. It is dripping from the back by the gas tank and also up by the engine. My mechanic said that the leak is from the plastic pieces on the fuel pump and the leak is actually running down the frame of the truck depending on if I'm going downhill or turning. He advises me not to drive my truck.

Filed May 26, 2016 · Fuel system · 76,446 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac torrent. While the vehicle was parked, there were strong fuel fumes emitting from the inner part of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact was aware of the federal safety agency campaign number: 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 76,446. Updated 06/29/16

Filed Oct 19, 2015 · Fuel system · 80,000 miles · MS

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 pontiac torrent. The contact smelled a strong abnormal fuel odor inside the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.

Filed Oct 14, 2015 · Fuel system · 87,000 miles · AZ

Vehicle has 78000 miles on it fuel smell from under vehicle and in cabin coming from rear of vehicle vehicle is located in mesa az

Filed Feb 1, 2015 · Airbags, Fuel system · 32,000 miles · TX

The passenger side airbag indicator shows to be off when the site is occupied. I took it to the dealership and was advised nothing is wrong. I've has several passengers that weigh over 150 lbs plus occupy the seat and the indicator shows off. I'm very concerned nothing is being done about this also I'm have gasoline smells in the car but the 2008 pontiac torrents were not included in the recall of the 2007's. Would really like to see this addressed before something happens to anyone owning this vehicle. The traction stability light comes one when checked nothing the dealership just rest the light and it goes off for a while and comes back on.

Filed Nov 10, 2013 · Fuel system · 63,901 miles · TX

There is a very strong fuel smell from under the vehicle it does not matter if I have a full tank or almost empty tank of gas. There is no visible leaks anywhere. I am a mother of two small children and this is very concerning to me.

Filed Jul 12, 2013 · Fuel system · 93,000 miles · TX

My car smells like gas inside and outside. There is no visible leak and the smell is getting worse. There are no codes coming up on diagnostic screening.

Filed Dec 2, 2012 · Fuel system · 73,000 miles · GA

In may of 2012, I noticed a strong fuel smell coming from the right rear of my vehicle. At first I thought that it might have been a bad fuel cap, so I replaced it. That did not help. Since I was planning a trip across country I had a mechanic friend check it out. He said that he could not tell where it was coming from. It does not matter if I have a full tank or if it is almost on empty, the smell is the same. It has been six months now and I still have that horrible smell. I took it to a dealership to have them give me some advice. I was told that the tank would have to be dropped to see it they can tell where it is coming from. There is a small leak coming from somewhere. This is my only way of transportation and I can not afford to put it in the shop for them to keep for an undetermined about of time. Can someone please advise me what to do!!! Is there a danger of an explosion? It is at there rear of the vehicle near the exhaust system.

Filed Sep 6, 2012 · Fuel system · 65,000 miles · TX

Noted gas smell around the back of vehicle. Reviewed for possible gas cap issue but this was not the problem. Further review from under the vehicle identified a small gas leak coming from the top of the gas tank. Gas tank is located next to exhaust pipe that could cause fire. Took vehicle to noted dealer and they conducted a more detail review of problem that was identified gas leak was coming from top of gas tank (fuel pump and lines issue) and if not noted or attended to could result in possible ignition of gas tank, explosion and possible lost of passenger life. Vehicle has not been involved in any kind of activity that would enhance this kind of problem. Clearly a vehicle defect that should be addressed to avoid possible safety issues. A recall should be reviewed. This issue should warrant complete warranty coverage by vehicle at no expense to owner. Not a normal wear and tear issue but a defective safety issue.